Le M\u00e9tro, Paris\u2019s subterranean transport system dates back to the early 1900s. It\u2019s as historic as it is practical, with over 303 stations throughout the city, most if which are named for notable French people, events, and places. The RER (connected to the M\u00e9tro system) is a regional train that will take you farther out into the Parisian suburbs. If you\u2019re going to be in Paris for more than a few days, it will behoove you to purchase a Navigo D\u00e9couverte pass (formerly called Carte Orange) at almost any M\u00e9tro\/RER train ticket window that normally sells tickets and passes in the metropolitan Paris area. This pass covers all transportation on the RER (which also goes to Charles de Gaulle Airport) and le M\u00e9tro. Organized by color and direction (the last stop at the end of each line is called the \u201cterminus\u201d), the Paris M\u00e9tro is extremely easy to navigate and runs from dawn until the wee hours of the next morning (not all stops are open at all hours, so be sure to check this out if you plan to return after midnight).<\/p>\n Geared up to get around the French capital city? First you’ve got to figure out your flights\u00a0to Paris!<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Paris is an incredibly walkable city. For the most part, it\u2019s also easy to navigate, seeing as it\u2019s organized as two banks (la rive gauche et la rive droite) separated by the Seine river. Districts in Paris are called \u201carrondissements,\u201d and each one is numbered. Fire up your GPS or go old school and unfold a map and explore Paris by foot. Remember that getting lost in this phenomenal city can be just as fun as finally reaching your destination! Paris is, above all, a city for wanderers. Another bonus is that you\u2019ll notice much more about Parisian culture and architecture if you walk the city (as opposed to staying underground in the M\u00e9tro).<\/p>\n RELATED: If going on foot is the most cost-effective option for you, then check out this piece on the\u00a010 Reasons Why Paris is a Pedestrian\u2019s Dream Come True<\/a>!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n![\"a](\"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/a-train-in-paris.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nAller Se Promener<\/em>? Take Paris in Your Stride<\/h2>\n
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