Hotels near Gare du Nord, Paris, France

There are three ways to travel from the Gare du Nord to the Eiffel Tower. Firstly, the metro. Start by boarding Line 4 at Gare du Nord, heading towards Mairie de Montrouge and travel to the Saint-Michel - Notre-Dame station.

Here, transfer to Line 6 (direction: Charles de Gaulle - Étoile) and continue until you reach Bir-Hakeim station, which is located a short walk from the Eiffel Tower. The total travel time is around 30 minutes.

Alternatively, you can take the RER B from Gare du Nord to Denfert-Rochereau and then switch to Metro Line 6 at Montparnasse-Bienvenue, which has a similar journey time. The third option is to take a taxi, which will take approximately 20-25 minutes, depending on traffic.

Gare du Nord can feel busy to tourists, but as a major international transport hub, it is designed to be easy to use. Nevertheless, it can help to prepare a little before arriving. The station is large, with clear multilingual signage, making it easy to navigate for non-French speakers.

Upon arrival, you’ll find taxi ranks just outside and various exits leading to the city. The layout of Gare du Nord is straightforward, with the platforms for international and local trains clearly marked.

For newcomers, it’s advisable to familiarise yourself with the station’s entrances and key services like ticketing and information points. The station has dedicated staff to assist visitors and the area around Gare du Nord is well-served by metro lines, taxis and buses, which makes it a good base for exploring Paris.

Yes, luggage storage is available at Gare du Nord, which can be convenient for travellers who need to store their bags temporarily. The station provides both lockers and left luggage services where you can safely leave your belongings for a few hours or longer.

The luggage storage service is typically available daily and the hours vary, some are open from around 6:00 AM until 11:00 PM, other options are 24-hours. Left luggage is located on the main concourse, near the ticketing area and can be accessed easily upon arrival.

Keep in mind that locker size and availability may vary depending on how busy the station is. There are also several Gare du Nord locker companies located just a few minutes’ walk from the station.

Gare du Nord restaurants are many and varied, including sit-down meals, fast food, cafés, bakeries and grab-and-go kiosks. Whether you're looking for a quick snack or something more substantial, there are places offering sandwiches, pastries and drinks throughout the station with options to suit every taste and budget.

There’s also a selection of shops selling a variety of food, from fresh produce and snacks to cold drinks, catering to different tastes and dietary preferences.

Many restaurants in the station and surrounding area offer extended opening hours to cater for travellers at most times of the day and night.

Yes, The Eurostar runs from Gare du Nord and so do Thalys services. In fact, Thalys and Eurostar recently joined forces under the Eurostar banner. The Eurostar now not only connects Paris to London, but also has former Thalys services linking the French capital with cities like Brussels, Amsterdam and Cologne.

These trains depart from dedicated platforms within the station and passengers will need to go through passport control before departure. If you’re travelling internationally, the station is equipped with facilities for checking in and staff are available to assist with any queries.

It’s important to allow extra time for security and passport checks, especially during peak travel times. Gare du Nord’s excellent international trains make it a key transport gateway for travellers heading to and from Paris.