When it comes to handiness, simply avoid. Alternatively as the French say, ne touchez pas! Ask before you choose anything from food stores. The same rule holds true at any of the weekend brocantes—flea markets—dotting local streets. Many of the things for sale are delicate and precious, so it's best to grab the seller's attention and point than stroking the porcelain salt and pepper set like it's already yours.

Getting a Weeklong Pass and Discarding Metro Tickets

Should you choose to continue using the paper tickets, be sure to save your used ticket until you leave the station at your destination. Although you may be tempted to toss it away phrazle  right away, the metro is closely watched and you will be penalized should you lack a ticket proving your travel paid for. That said, many well-known Parisian locations are so close together that you may like to stroll and take in the sights on route. Don't bother getting a week-long pass unless you are here for a prolonged visit or will be routinely traveling to and from a certain location.

Hailing a taxi in the middle of the street

Car services abound, including traditional taxis, if you're not inclined for walking or the subway. Official taxis note "Taxi Parisien" or "G7" on the vehicle.) You may get in from certain cab stands and go off. Having said that, Uber is really popular therefore you may also order one wherever. The destination determines the fare; nevertheless, charges from the airport are always the same: From Charles de Gaulle, a Taxi Parisien to the Right Bank is €56; from Orly, it is €36 to the Left Bank and €44 to the Right Bank.