Taxis & apps: our essentials for Paris

Vélib’ bike share (classic and e-bikes): a great way to see Paris street by street.

Why go: Fast, flexible and scenic—perfect for short hops.

Good to know: Use bike lanes and keep an eye on traffic at big junctions.

Yego: app-based scooter sharing—useful for short rides while staying flexible in Paris.

Why use it: Faster on mid-distance trips when the metro is not ideal (or to avoid transfers).

Good to know: Check authorised parking zones in the app and follow local traffic rules.

Restaurant delivery in Paris: very handy if you return late or prefer a quiet dinner at the hotel.

Why use it: Wide choice of cuisines, order tracking, and often late-night hours.

Good to know: Write “Hôtel R de Paris” + your name and specify reception pick-up vs phone call.

Meal delivery in Paris: convenient when you want to eat without going out (or when it's raining).

Why use it: Choose quickly from many local restaurants and cuisines.

Good to know: Delivery times vary—order a bit earlier at dinner peak.

Cityscoot: electric scooters in Paris via app, practical for moving quickly across town.

Why use it: Efficient for short trips when public transport is crowded.

Good to know: Check driving rules and park in allowed areas.

Lime: shared e-scooters / bikes (depending on availability), useful for short “last mile” trips.

Why use it: Quick way to move around Paris without waiting for transport.

Good to know: Follow local rules and park in authorised areas to avoid fines.

A historic Parisian tourism operator since 1929, ParisCityVision has created over 220 excursions to discover Paris and France: Seine cruises, cabaret evenings, dinner at the Eiffel Tower, guided Louvre tours, day trips to Versailles or Normandy. A team of 300 professional guides leads visits in your language, with turnkey logistics — transport, tickets and pick-up included depending on the package.

Why use it: Convenient for planning and booking must-do activities.

Good to know: Compare time slots and meeting points before confirming.

SNCF Connect: the official app to buy and change train tickets (TGV, TER, OUIGO) and keep everything on your phone.

Why use it: Convenient for travel planning and last-minute changes in France.

Good to know: Create an account to store passengers and preferences.

Bonjour RATP: the official app for routes, timetables and journey planning (metro, bus, tram, RER) in Île-de-France.

Why use it: Check next departures, service updates and the most reliable itineraries in Paris.

Good to know: Useful alongside a navigation app for real-time transport information.

A French platform founded in 2012, Ceetiz brings together thousands of activities across more than 300 destinations: museum tickets, guided tours, cruises, shows, parks. For Paris, it notably offers an All Inclusive Pass giving access to over 40 attractions. The interface is simple, customer service is open 7 days a week, and — a nice bonus — the site accepts French holiday vouchers.

Why use it: Saves time when planning what to do in Paris.

Good to know: Check cancellation terms before confirming.

Ride-hailing alternative to Uber in Paris, useful to compare prices and ETA—especially at peak hours.

Why use it: Handy when you need a fast VTC option in the city.

Good to know: Fares can surge; compare before you confirm.

St'art is a free, community-driven app that pinpoints street art around you: paste-ups, graffiti, stencils, mosaics, large-scale murals. The map is updated weekly and suggests the best walking routes to reach each piece. Users can flag newly discovered works, leave comments and share their finds.

Why go: Explore a more alternative Paris with a self-guided route.

Good to know: Street art changes often—treat it like a "treasure hunt".