{"id":15460,"date":"2019-08-23T08:15:42","date_gmt":"2019-08-23T08:15:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devourparisfoodtours.com\/?p=2631"},"modified":"2024-07-15T18:03:21","modified_gmt":"2024-07-15T18:03:21","slug":"visiting-paris-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/visiting-paris-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting Paris on a Budget: How to Save Money in the City of Love"},"content":{"rendered":"

Paris is known for being chic and sophisticated, but it doesn\u2019t have to be tough on your wallet. Vacations can get expensive. The cost of the hotel and flights add up before you\u2019ve even landed in your destination. And once you arrive, it\u2019s easy to burn through your budget on food, attractions and entertainment\u2014especially in a city like Paris.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Although Paris is known for its classy bars and multiple Michelin starred restaurants<\/a>, there\u2019s a budget-friendly side to the French capital. This version of Paris usually involves mingling with locals in picturesque public spaces and drinking in hidden bars only Parisians know.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Take our advice and seek out the low-cost life\u2014visiting Paris on a budget is just as much fun!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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Yes, you can visit the City of Lights without breaking the bank.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n

Free Museums in Paris<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

A handful of the best Paris museums are free, and always will be.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Petit Palais<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The petit<\/em> brother of the famous Grand Palais<\/a> just across the street, this museum<\/a> is a delight of polished marble, ancient Greek sculptures, ornate murals and grand paintings. The beautiful garden, hidden away in a central courtyard, is welcome moment of calm away from the hustle and bustle of the Champs Elys\u00e9es.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Atelier Brancusi<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Located just in front of the Centre Pompidou, the Atelier Brancusi<\/a> is an exact replica of the artist\u2019s studio. Constantin Brancusi<\/a>, a Romanian national who famously walked from Bucharest to Paris between 1903-1904, donated his entire studio to the city of Paris upon his death in 1957. The studio is packed full of his sculptures and plinths, creating a mix of rudely chopped wooden blocks and elegant, feminine forms.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Art Moderne<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Just a stone\u2019s throw from the Trocadero and Eiffel Tower, the MAM<\/a>\u2019s permanent collection is free. With a collection of more than 13,000 objects ranging from the early 20th century to today, this is one of France\u2019s leading cultural centers. Check out some of the biggest names in French modern art next to contemporary icons.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

First Sundays of the month<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

On the first Sunday of every month, all Paris museums are free! Get down to the Louvre<\/a>, the Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Orsay<\/a> or any of the other top museum. Just expect to be joined by hundreds of culture-hungry Parisians and visitors.<\/p>\r\n

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The Louvre is a classic Parisian destination\u2014and it’s free the first Sunday of every month.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Cheap & Free Activities in Paris<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Grab a bike<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sign up for the city\u2019s Velib Metropole<\/a> service. Paris\u2019 bike sharing network<\/a> is a cheap and fun way to see the city. With hundreds of stations in every corner of the capital, it\u2019s easy to jump on and off the bikes wherever you want. As a bonus, it\u2019s cheaper than electric scooters.<\/p>\r\n

Play p\u00e9tanque<\/h3>\r\n

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The classic old-guy activity has been reappropriated by the Parisian youth! Grab a set of boules and get down to the sandy banks of canal Ourcq for hours of fun. If you don\u2019t want to buy your own, Bar Ourcq<\/a> just next to the canal will lend a set for a small deposit. Try your hand at the game to see why the younger generation is making p\u00e9tanque cool again.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Cinema en plein air<\/em><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

From July to September, make the most of the outdoor cinema at Parc de la Villette.<\/a>\u00a0As the sun goes down, join the assembly of film lovers under the stars\u2014and don\u2019t forget the picnic! Deck chairs can be rented for a couple of euros for optimal comfort.<\/p>\r\n

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Heading outdoors to catch a movie is a fantastic low-cost activity during the spring and summer seasons. Photo credit: GoToVan<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Where to Eat in Paris On a Budget<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Miznon<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Stop at Miznon<\/a> on trendy Canal Saint Martin for cheap Israeli tapas and homemade pitas (starting at \u20ac8) ranging from full to bursting. It\u2019s the type of place where whatever you\u2019re eating drips down your arm, however hard you might try to be chic.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bouillon Chartier<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In the 1900s, there were more than 250 bouillon restaurants in Paris<\/a>. These are cheap places to eat with a short menu of traditional food. Bouillon Chartier<\/a> is one of the few remaining old restaurants in Paris. The impressive space and hilarious waiters provide a classic experience at a low price. Appetizers start at \u20ac4, and mains go from \u20ac8.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Miss Banh Mi<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The banh mi<\/a> is a Vietnamese invention\u2014a culinary result of the expanding French empire in the 19th century. Think lemongrass chicken, marinated eggplant, and spicy tofu, enveloped in the classic French bread. Sandwiches at Miss Banh Mi<\/a> start at less than 10 Euros.<\/p>\r\n

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What could be better than banh mi in a freshly baked baguette? Photo credit: Wendy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Urfa Durum<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This tiny space<\/a> in the vibrant 10th arrondissement is full of heat: a wood burning oven churning out fresh bread and lamachun. At a charcoal grill, kebabs are constantly spitting and flaming, until they are cooked to perfection. Sandwiches here start at \u20ac6.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Le pique-nique<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Do as the French do and skip the restaurant! In good weather, the banks of the Seine are teeming with picnickers. Stop off at your local fromagerie, <\/em>grab a baguette, and join the locals down by the water. Just don\u2019t forget the wine.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Insider\u2019s tip<\/strong>: The banks of the Seine are pedestrianized and equipped with toilets from the Louvre to m\u00e9tro station Sully Morland on the right bank.<\/p>\r\n

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A riverside picnic is a favorite hobby among Parisians; just pick up your cheese, your bread, and your wine! Photo credit: Charlotta Wasteson<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Our Favorite Cheap Bars in Paris<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

La P\u00e9tanque<\/h3>\r\n

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La P\u00e9tanque (40 Rue Etienne Dolet<\/em>) is an authentic Paris bar, complete with old men permanently attached to the counter and Turkish-style toilets in the courtyard. It also happens to serve some super cheap Pastis<\/a>, and looks out on a beautiful pedestrianized square. It\u2019s a corner of the 20th arrondissement that time forgot.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

La Loutre Bar<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It\u2019s rare to find a quality cocktail bar which doesn\u2019t break the bank, so this gem<\/a> in the trendy 11th arrondissement is worth celebrating. Be sure to arrive between 6\u20139 p.m., when happy hour means cocktails for \u20ac6.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u00d4 P\u2019tit Paris<\/h3>\r\n

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Join trendy locals at this vibrant bar<\/a> just off the rugged rue Strasbourg Saint Denis. They serve pints of beer for just a few Euros, better yet, the frites<\/em> are free.<\/p>\r\n

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