Travelling in Paris is no problem at all since there is a variety of transport available, suiting the mood and the budget of the traveller.

         Paris and its suburbs are divided into five travel zones linked by the Métro(underground railway), bus and the RER. Zones 1 and 2 cover the city centre. The Métro is the most convenient way of travelling around Paris. RATP, the Paris public transport system, controls the Métro and buses. The public transport also includes the RER, the fast suburban overground lines which interconnects with the underground railway system inside Paris. What more, the same tickets and passes are valid on the Métro, bus and RER.

         The public transport system in Paris is governed by the RATP. For visitors to the city, the three main modes of transport you are likely to deal with are the Metro (the subway/underground system), the RER (commuter railway which also provides an express alternative to the Metro), and the bus. In addition, the RATP runs buses from the two airports Orly and Charles de Gaulle to various points in the city ofParis.

         The underground Metro system is the most efficient way to travel around Paris. If you can't speak or read French, it may take a few tries to get the hang of the system, but once you get it you'll find that it is fast, simple and, most importantly, inexpensive. Moreover, it is a great way to experience a commonality of Paris living.