Paris has the reputation of being a particularly expensive capital. If it is true that life is expensive in the city of lights, the good plans are however legion. If you want to visit the capital but you think that your small budget prevents you from doing so, then let us prove you wrong! Because there are many tips andtricks tooptimize your stay: cheap hotels, affordable restaurants and free tours, here is how to enjoy Paris for cheap!
Optimize your trips
To get the most out of Paris, while optimizing your budget, you have to calculate your costs carefully, including for your trips. If you decide to use public transportation, make sure you choose a format adapted to your trips: if you make more than three trips during the day, take a Mobilis ticket for 7.50€ which allows you to make unlimited trips during the day. In the same way, the RATP also offers an unlimited ticket for 5 days, the Paris Visite package for 38,35€. So before buying a ticket or a booklet, take a good look at the offers.
Think also about alternative modes of transport such as the vélib' or the electric scooters which are proposed in self-service. In addition to allowing you to roam the capital, they can also be more cost-effective.
To sleep for less than €30
Jo&Joe, the low-budget rooftop hostel in Nation
Jo&Joe is the place to be for your next stay in Paris! Jo&Joe is the place to sleep on the Nation side of Paris. [Read more]
The People Nation, a low-budget hostel with an unbeatable rooftop in Paris
Looking for a new-generation youth hostel or simply a rooftop bar-restaurant with a sublime view over Paris? Let's check out The People's second hostel, set up on Place de la Nation, right outside the metro station. [Read more]
The People Belleville, the trendy youth hostel in the 11th arrondissement
Rue de Belleville is home to the People Belleville, a vibrant youth hostel in a particularly dynamic neighborhood. For a weekend, a night or a longer stay in the capital, it's the perfect address for budget travelers! [Read more]
Visit Paris!
Free museums and monuments in Paris and the Ile-de-France region: cultural tips
Looking for a free museum in Paris? The Musée des Beaux-Arts, the Musée d'Art Moderne, the Musée de l'Aviation, the Musée des Arts Asiatiques - over 20 museums are free all year round, and we've got some great ideas for getting out and learning something new. [Read more]
The beautiful parks, gardens, and squares of Paris and Île-de-France to stroll and enjoy
Paris is bursting with stunning parks and gardens, lush green retreats perfect for relaxing away from the city's hustle and bustle. Quickly uncover the most beautiful green spots in the capital and Île-de-France for a refreshing nature escape right in the heart of the Paris region! [Read more]
Discover Paris' most beautiful covered passageways
Maybe you didn't know it, but Paris is home to many covered passageways. Discover the 12 most beautiful covered passageways in Paris! [Read more]
The best Instagram spots in Paris for great photos
Are you an insta-addicts looking for great places and plans to feed your instagram? Here are our favorite spots in Paris for beautiful, ultra-instagrammable photos. [Read more]
Where to see street-art in Paris? The spots of the moment for a stroll in the middle of graffiti
Street-Art, these ephemeral works that transform the city into a real open-air exhibition, attracts more and more people. If you too are attracted by this urban art, we have found spots where you can admire it and even meet street-artists. [Read more]
Where can I see the remains of places and monuments that have disappeared in Paris?
Paris was not built in a day either. If today the capital presents an exceptional heritage, its rich and eventful history will have led to the disappearance of certain places and monuments that have marked their times. But there are still traces of them today that we can observe during our walks. The Bastille prison, the Tuileries Palace, the Philippe Auguste enclosure or even Lutetia, discover the places where you can see the remains of the disappeared places in Paris. [Read more]
Eat well for cheap
The best international delicatessens in Paris, our top picks that will take you on a journey
Japanese, English, Italian, African and Greek specialties are all on offer at the world's delicatessens in Paris. [Read more]
Affordable rooftops in Paris and Île-de-France: Our top budget-friendly picks for 2026
Who says rooftop bars in Paris have to break the bank? Check out this selection of elevated hotspots that are both stylish and budget-friendly! [Read more]
And not to miss anything:
Top Deals in Paris and Île-de-France This Week: March 2–8, 2026
A new week begins, bringing with it a host of activities and discoveries in Paris and the Île-de-France region! Click here to explore the best affordable deals and interesting events happening from March 2 to March 8, 2026. [Read more]
Weekend highlights in Paris and Île-de-France from February 27 to March 1, 2026
Looking for some great deals for this weekend in Paris, from February 27 to March 1, 2026? Stay tuned — we've put together a curated list of free or budget-friendly activities so you can enjoy the city and its surroundings to the fullest without breaking the bank. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From August 12, 2021 to August 31, 2024
