Paris: The best crepe stands and creperies for 2016
Whether it’s with a fork and knife or on the go, eating a crepe just feels so Parisian – even though they are supposed to have originated in Brittany. Finding them is not particularly difficult,...
View ArticleHotel de Nice photo essay: A cheapo classic in Paris
For years, Hôtel de Nice has topped EuroCheapo’s list as one of the more beautiful and charming, while still affordable, places to stay in Paris. With rates between €80-220, gorgeously kitsch interiors...
View ArticleL’As du Fallafel dishes up the best €5 meal in Paris
Looking for a tasty bite to eat in Paris without breaking the bank? Unfortunately, that’s a pretty tall order in this city, where it’s hard to find a meal for under €10 that isn’t McDonald’s. It almost...
View ArticleParis: 6 affordable hotels near popular sights
How important is your hotel’s location? If you ask us, it’s très important. Regardless of whether you only have two days in Paris or a whole week, you should always consider the perks of its location....
View ArticleHow to spend three days in Paris
Previously on EuroCheapo, we’ve presented helpful itineraries for a one-day trip to Paris that takes you to the city’s main attractions and a two-day trip that also includes the Left Bank and...
View ArticleParis: Best Neighborhoods by Activity
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— In the same way that every region in France has its specialty food, every neighborhood in Paris has its strong point. (Some areas just do a thing better!) To save you from...
View Article10 money-saving tips for first-time visitors to Paris
Your first time in Paris can be stressful, to say the very least. Among the stresses encountered when planning the trip is anticipating the costs–how much is this trip really going to cost, and what...
View ArticleParis: What makes a budget hotel special?
As my regular readers will have caught on to by now, I’m a huge fan of budget hotels, and specifically those in Paris. I visit them, stay in them and follow their changes (and sadly for some, their...
View ArticleL’Aperitif in Paris: 3 trendy “happy hour” spots for Cheapos
After a day of meandering through Paris’ museums, trolling boutiques or pounding the cobblestones as you see the sights, there’s nothing quite like taking a load off and parking yourself at a corner...
View ArticleParis: 13 reasons to visit Paris in 2013
The New Year is upon us and it’s once again time to start planning that next trip to Paris, n’est-ce pas? Start searching for cheap airfare and the perfect hotel (in our Paris guide, naturally!) and,...
View ArticleParis: Our 10 favorite shopping districts
By Theadora Brack in Paris— Tripping to Paris? Do you plan to shop? Well then, look and listen! Throughout Paris, there are shopping zones where you can buy anything, as well as scattered districts...
View ArticleParis: A short list of cafés that actually serve good coffee
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— Paris is known for its café culture – lounging on a terrace all day long with a good book, some writing, and fantastic people watching. But when it comes to the actual café,...
View ArticleParis: Cheapo day in the Marais; Free photo exhibit, cheap lunch, vintage...
By Theadora Brack— This week, I decided to get on the horn with the charismatic Caroline Simonds, founder of Le Rire Medecin, a troupe of hospital clowns that are currently the focus of a free photo...
View ArticleParis vs. New York… The neighborhood showdown
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— Vahram Muratyan’s book Paris vs. New York: A Tally of Two Cities has been making quite an impression on big city dwellers. Debuting at Colette last year in Paris and...
View ArticleParis: A Cheapo guide to Paris’ gay bars (for the boys)
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— It’s the weekend (or a Tuesday, no difference) and Paris’ Marais neighborhood is a cheapo haven for a gay night out on the town. From long happy hours to cover-free dancing,...
View ArticleParis: Free Wi-Fi, video games and art at the Gaîté Lyrique
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— After days exploring the halls of Paris’ biggest and – let’s face it – most exhausting museums, every visitor to the city needs a break. For an inexpensive respite, you can...
View ArticleParis: The 5 best crepe stands in town
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— When it comes to the all-time best street food in Paris, nothing beats the almighty crepe. Sure, the city’s donor kebabs are good and the falafel is downright addictive, but...
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