Sarah Pardi - August 5, 2025
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Going to Paris, France comes with its costs, but many travelers don't realize that they will also need to pay a tax that is specific to tourists.
The Paris Tourist Tax is a nightly tax, and the longer you spend in Paris, the more you pay.
Don't worry, though. This tax is easy to pay and varies depending on where you're staying in the City of Lights. Plus, not everyone needs to pay it.
But do you?
In this guide, we're going to clarify everything you need to know about France's Paris Tourist Tax, including who needs to pay it, when, and how.
If you're staying at a hotel and are not a resident, paying the tourist tax is mandatory.
The way that it works is that the higher the number of stars a hotel has (5 star, 4 star, etc.), the higher the nightly tax is.
Some cities have tourist taxes that fluctuate depending on the time of year. For instance, winter usually has a lower tax than summer, which is the peak of travel season. Paris isn't like this, unfortunately. The tax is the same no matter what time of year you're visiting.
5-star: €3.50 per night.
4-star: €2.60 per night.
3-star: €1.70 per night.
2-star: €1.00 per night.
1-star: €0.80 per night.
4 and 5-star: €1.00 per night.
1, 2, and 3-star: €0.80 per night.
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Anyone camping, parking their RV, car, boat, etc., has to pay a nightly tax, though it is lower than the rates for travelers staying in hotels and resorts.
3, 4, and 5-star: €0.60 per night.
1 and 1-star: €0.20 per night.
€0.20 per night.
If your dream is to stay at a French chateau, it's possible. However, they have the highest tax as far as tourists go.
Palaces have a €4.80 per night tax that guests must pay.
Taxes can add up, especially if you're staying in Paris for a longer trip (like a month or more).
If this is the case, there is a maximum monthly tax.
Tourists can't be charged more than €100.00 in tourist taxes per month. If you're staying in a Palace for two months, for example, the most you can expect to pay is €200.00 in tourist taxes.
Remember - these taxes are for the Paris municipality, specifically.
Paying the tourist tax is very easy in Paris.
There are two different ways you'll likely encounter.
Some establishments may ask you to pay the tourist tax in cash, while others may put it on your card. If you're not sure which will apply to you, you can look at the accommodation listing online or contact the hotel/site directly to prepare.
Regardless, the staff or booking service will prompt you to pay it. You don't have to go anywhere specific.
Not everyone has to pay the tourist tax. The following travelers are exempt.
If you're not sure whether or not you fall into one of these categories, you can learn more here.
If you're visiting a friend or family member and no money is being exchanged for your accommodation, you do not have to pay a tax.
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