Welcome to “This French Life” with Shannon Pratuch, where I make your Paris dreams a reality, one step at a time. In today’s video, we’re embarking on an exciting journey along Paris’ iconic Metro Line 1. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this guide will show you how to navigate the Paris Metro with ease and confidence.
Why Watch This Video?
Practice Before You Travel: Get a virtual walkthrough of how to use the Metro, making your actual trip stress-free.
Free Itinerary Planning: Use this video as your personal tour guide to explore major landmarks—all planned out in one efficient day.
Insider Tips: Discover hidden gems and get recommendations for must-visit coffee shops and restaurants.
Today’s Tour Stops Include:
° Hôtel de Ville – Start your adventure in the heart of Paris and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
° Palais Royal – Stroll through the royal gardens and enjoy a moment of tranquility away from the bustling city.
° Pont Alexandre III – Capture stunning photos at the most ornate bridge in Paris.
° Grand Palais Restaurant – Dine with a view at the Grand Palais, an architectural marvel.
° Petit Palais – Discover art and elegance at this historic site.
° Jeff Koons’ Bouquet of Tulips – Marvel at this contemporary masterpiece.
° Place de la Concorde – Walk through history at one of Paris’s largest squares.
° Tuileries Garden – Relax in the gardens that once entertained royalty.
° Louvre Museum – Conclude your tour at the exterior of this world-renowned museum.
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Hotel de Ville
03:39 Palais Royal
11:34 Pont Alexandre III
12:49 Grand Palais Restaurant
14:27 Petite Palais
20:10 Tulip Bouquet by Jeff Koons
21:45 Place de la Concorde & Tuileries
Extras in This Video:
Walking Tour Insights: As we walk, I’ll share stories and tips to enhance your visit.
Metro Travel Tips: Important information for an effortless and accessible metro experience.
Don’t forget to watch our free Metro playlist linked below to prepare for your trip! Whether you’re visiting Paris soon or just dreaming of your next vacation, this video is your first step to a seamless Parisian adventure.
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26 Comments
You really spoil us with such amazing videos . Thank you so much!!❤❤
This is such a nice, relaxing walking tour. I enjoy your videos because it's like I'm walking next to you. What time do you leave out in the morning to get so much done in a day? This is just so gorgeous to watch.
I love the metro so much! Thanks for sharing this! ❤
I loved and enjoyed your French videos. I learned how to take the metro this March in Paris after watching your video. Thank you so much.
Excellent tour! I will be replicating this when I bring my family in October! Do you have any suggestions for a budding 12 year old artist? I would love for her to be as enamored with Paris as much as I! Happy trails my dear!😘
This is the first time I’ve ever seen anybody talk about how easy it was to take the metro! Anything I’ve read on Facebook or other places when I’ve done some research people put such fear about it because of all the pickpockets. I feel better now when I come to visit:) I’m curious the area that you were in, there’s hardly any People. I expected it to be so crowded!
Was in Paris in April where you are showing 💕
Art & Nature 💕
J’élabore dans les prairies du silence intérieur, meadows of inner silence. What a fitting line
We just discovered you this AM! Loved this video! We will be in Paris in Oct. I think your videos will be helpful!
For someone who is really missing Paris right now, this video was a perfect virtual visit! Thanks💙
Thank you very much for this video. I am visiting Paris next week. This video has helped me plan one of my days in Paris 😃🙏
Loved this little tour Shannon! I was around this area many time this past year while visiting Paris but, didn't really know where I was going or what I was missing. Definitely going to give it another go around next year & pay special attention to the 'hidden area's' (they are usually my favorites). Of course, anything garden related is a plus for me, so this was a little extra special video to see the Petite Palais garden area. I'll likely spend some time there just enjoying the plants & people.
See you on the next video! Thanks so much for sharing your love of France with all of us. 🤩
i just wonder how you carry your luggage out from the metro.
Salamat
Wow thanks I’ll be in Paris on my birthday in July I’m excited thank you for this
Question— I tried a couple of times to buy round trip tickets on the Metro. Do the tickets expire after a certain time? Because I inserted my return ticket which I bought at the machine and it wouldn't take it when I was returning. I had to pay again, and this happened more than one time at two different stations.
Such an amazing tour. You explained the metro and the small details here and there, very very helpful. Im taking notes as I will be visiting this beautiful city in the month of November ❤
You look very Pretty 😍
Great video. Don't forget you have 90 minutes to transfer on the paper ticket. I read they're doing away with the paper tickets in 2025 😢.
Wonderful video thank you! …btw loving your sunglasses what brand ?
Thanks
Really enjoyed this tour with you! Love secret places and even hidden-away museums. I remember how uncrowded the Musee Gustave Moreau and even the Carnavalet used to be. Finding spots off the beat with you now brings me back. Never acquired the taste for escargot but always amusing to watch first-timers go at it. Thanks for a lovely time even on a gray winter day! Paris est toujours belle ! ❤ B in Chicago
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Love this video! This is exactly the path that I would want to take. You do explain everything very well. I’ll be coming in May and will definitely use line one. The metro looks so confusing, but this helped. I also saw your other metro video and that helped my stress level. 😅 I was there in May 2023 and ended up walking everywhere because I didn’t want to take the metro.
Paris est toujours belle. J'adore Paris. I was 19 went to Paris first time. Unforgettable.
fabulous dear heart – merci