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Is Paris Really That Expensive?

Paris corner Is Paris Really That Expensive?It’s a common complaint but one I don’t share.

I find Paris to be one of the more reasonable world capitals provided you show some modest restraint and creativity.

Sure, you can easily blow the budget with a couple of long taxi rides, a single meal in a Michelin three star, or an impetuous purchase on the Boulevard Saint Germain. However, if you take the Métro, a ticket can cost as little as a $1.40 and it will take you within blocks of just about any address. That beats the IRT and rings loops around the London Underground.

As for restaurants, bargains abound. They all offer a “prix fixe”, “plat du jour”, or “formule”, prices based on app and main course or main course and dessert. These deals are clearly on display without having to enter the establishment, and there are never any hidden fees as the Value Added Tax (V.A.T) is included in the price along with the tip. A quarter or half-liter of house wine won’t set you back either.

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