Heading to France? One of the easiest ways to have a better trip is simply learning a few basic French words and phrases before you go. You do NOT need to be fluent in French to travel in France, but making a little effort with the language can completely change how locals interact with you. In this video we cover important French travel phrases tourists should know so they can be more polite, show respect, and honestly just have smoother interactions while traveling in France. Whether you are ordering food, shopping, taking the train, or asking for help, these simple French words can make your trip easier and more enjoyable. Some of the French words and phrases we cover include: Bonjour = Hello / Good day Bonsoir = Good evening Merci = Thank you Merci beaucoup = Thank you very much S’il vous plaît = Please Oui = Yes Non = No Excusez-moi = Excuse me Parlez-vous anglais? = Do you speak English? Je ne parle pas français = I do not speak French Où sont les toilettes? = Where is the bathroom? Combien ça coûte? = How much does it cost? L’addition, s’il vous plaît = The check, please Au revoir = Goodbye Pardon = Sorry / Excuse me We also talk about French etiquette, why saying “bonjour” matters so much in France, and the little cultural things tourists do that can make them stand out in a bad way. These are practical France travel tips to help you travel smarter, connect better with locals, and enjoy your time in France even more. Whether you are visiting Paris, Nice, Lyon, Bordeaux, Strasbourg, Normandy, or smaller towns around France, these phrases will help you become a better traveler. #FranceTravel #FrenchPhrases #TravelTips Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFr3sz2t3bDp6Cux08B93KQ/join #travel Copyright Mark Wolters 2026 We receive a small percentage of sales from links on our videos from companies such as Amazon, Bookings, Expedia, Get Your Guide, and others. Grab some Wolters World travel gear http://www.woltersworld.store Help Us Keep Make More Honest Travel Videos: https://www.patreon.com/woltersworld You can find us all over the internet: Travel Advice & Destinations: https://www.youtube.com/woltersworld Food Travel Videos: https://www.youtube.com/woltersworldeats Travel Tips: https://www.youtube.com/@honesttravelnetwork Business Education: https://www.youtube.com/professorwolters Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@woltersworld Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woltersworld Jocelyn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jocelynwoltersworld Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woltersworld Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/woltersworld Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolters-world-travel-culture/ The Information provided on this video is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.