Is there an underground in Paris?

Paris Metro (Métro in French, Subway or Underground in English) is the fastest way of getting around the city. The underground system has 16 interconnected lines and is also linked to the express train RER.

What is the underground called in Paris?

Paris Metro
Paris Metro (Metro de Paris) is a rapid transit metro system serving the capital city of Paris within Île-de-France. It is the second busiest metro system in Europe.

How do you pay for the Metro in Paris?

Paris Metro ticket machines all accept Euro coins (for purchases up to 30€) and European debit cards (with smart chip) as payment. Visa and Mastercard credit cards are accepted for buying tickets at most Paris Metro ticket machines and ticket windows.

Is Metro safe in Paris?

The Paris Metro is overwhelmingly safe, but pickpockets are known to target Metro riders. Crowded trains are great for pickpockets, so stow your phone, wallet, and any valuables where you can reach them.

Can you get lost in the Catacombs?

The Paris Catacombs are not safe to explore for the solo traveler. There have been instances of people getting lost inside the underground tunnels. That’s why it would be best to go with someone who can get help in case something bad happens, or just don’t go at all.

Where can I find the Paris metro map?

Other Metro maps such as individual line maps can be downloaded directly from RATP.fr (in french). Note that there are no Paris Metro Zones for the Metro system. Paris Metro is one zone. Paris Metro map zones are for RER trains & trams which are subject to fare zones and are often shown on a Paris Metro map.

What are the timings of the Paris Metro?

The Paris Metro runs from roughly 05:30 till 00:40 (5:30am – 12:40am) Sunday thru Thursday and 05:30 – 01:40 on Fridays, Saturdays and on days before a holiday.

What is the difference between Paris Metro and RER?

Difference between Paris Metro and RER? The Metro is a classic subway system: mostly underground, many stops, frequent service, short line distances, serving the urban city centre, non-scheduled train timings.

What is a Paris Metro ticket called?

Basic Paris Metro tickets are known as “Ticket t+”. These tickets are valid for a single continuous journey of any length throughout the Paris Metro system, including changes to other Metro lines and RER interurban trains within Zone 1. These tickets are sold as single one-way fares or in books of 10.