So what should I do in Paris?

[Peen Simmons]

OK, maybe not LOOK like a tourist (for some people), but as soon as you open your mouth, it's going to be obvious. My point is, you ARE a tourist, don't spend too much time worrying about people thinking you're a tourist. You're not really going to be able to pass as a native anyway.

Yeah. Just be a tourist. There's no points for passing. Take it from an incredibly pale weirdo who has visited Ireland and England off peak. People don't give you a high five.

 

[Flamencology]

Also unlike most large cities in Europe English isn't as widely spoken( its understood ,but not spoken lol)

Easy solution: explain that you're Canadian.

 

[Peen Simmons]

Easy solution: explain that you're Canadian.

*Le Team du SWAT deployed immediately*

 

[DFB]

Learn how to goosestep
You will be welcomed with kisses and pastries.

 

[mongooz]

whatever you do......do not attempt to drive yourself around. have you SEEN the roadway system in Paris?

 

[Guitar Heel]

Ha..these responses are so awesome. Thanks gang.

I've been so slammed for the past couple days that I haven't been able to respond to each, but I really appreciate it.

 

[mongooz]

Steal the Mona Lisa...

meh....been done.

 

[mongooz]

See Jim Morrisons grave

now THAT one is a really good idea.

 

[Jbird]

Book a room at the Paris Hilton cop0

 

[DFB]

Book a womb at the Paris Hilton cop0

FIFY.

 

[shoeless]

Book a room at the Paris Hilton cop0

Hey-OH! :rim:

 

[rickenvox]

We used a private tour guide
https://www.withlocals.com/experiences/france/paris/

that would have taken all of the fun out of all my past trips. adventures only happen when you take some chances.

 

[Danhedonia]

"Ugh."

I was young and needed the money. (this is one of my three all-time, all-situation excuses)

 

[Scott Powell]

that would have taken all of the fun out of all my past trips. adventures only happen when you take some chances.

I can totally respect that

 

[jp_nyc]

Go to Notre Dame during a service to hear the organ being played.

 

[rickenvox]

this is what you should do in Paris

 

[Scott Powell]

I know this isn't a "things to do " per se,but you will be treated much better if you don't dress like what the Europeans view as a "typical american" leave your jeans,ballcaps,Tshirts and casual shoes at home and wear collared shirts,dress pants and leather shoes. Europe is much more formal than the US in both manners and dress.
Also DON'T TIP. Many Europeans will either laugh at you( they will still take the tip but laugh at you) or get insulted and hand it back to you. I tipped a Bartender in England a few years ago and you'd have thought I had insulted his mother.

 

[Guitar Heel]

this is what you should do in Paris

One of my favorites.

 

[Guitar Heel]

Thanks for the recommendation @Help!I'maRock!!

 

[Help!I'maRock!]

Thanks for the recommendation @Help!I'maRock!!
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YESSSSSS!

Don't forget the CHICKEN TINGA empanada!