Welcome to another episode of Join Us in France, the podcast that unveils the hidden gems and lesser-known treasures of France. Today, we're taking you on a journey that reveals the incredible array of free experiences that Paris has to offer. From the charming streets of the 12th and 13th arrondissements to the fascinating cemeteries, world-class parks, and bustling markets, there's something for everyone in our tour of the city's best-kept secrets. Table of Contents for this Episode Intro Today on the podcast Podcast suporters After the interview: French politics and what to do when there are strikes Annie and Elyse: Free in Paris! You CANNOT do this without good walking shoes 12th arrondissement of Paris, worth it! 13th arrondissement, also worth it! The 14th arrondissement Cemeteries are visitable and always free There are a lot of wonderful free parks in Paris La Coulée Verte Bike trails and Vélib bikes Outdoor markets The flea market of Saint Ouen Visit department stores Paris Plage Dance along the Seine Outdoor Cinema Free Museums in Paris Carnavalet Museum of the History of Paris Museum of the Legion of Honor Musée Curie Fragonard Museum of Perfume Brâncuși Studio is free Musée Zadkine is free Museum of the Shoah is free The Bourdelle Museum and other free museums you may have to pay Petit Palais Museums that are free on the first Sunday of the month European Kids under 18 get in free to almost every cultural institution in France. University student under 26 get a reduction Art galleries The Park of the Chateau de Versailles is free Don’t be shy and ask if there are discounts! Go to the Jardin des Plantes! Patrons and supporters Preparing a trip to France? Self-guided tours French political landscape The Socialist Party (Parti Socialiste or PS) The Republicans (Les Républicains, LR) The National Front (Front National, FN) La République En Marche! (LREM) The Greens (Europe Écologie Les Verts, EELV) La France Insoumise (LFI) The travel question of the week: what to do about strikes in Paris? Podcast Promo Copyright