Given the active and friendly community, try staying with a local.  2. All national museums offer free entry on the first Sunday of every month. So, plan your schedule accordingly to maximise savings. It is worth noting, however, that these days bring with them a significant rush of visitors to these art hubs.  3. Dining in Paris can be expensive, and an easy fix to this is eating out during lunch. Many restaurants offer pre-fixed offerings which are similar to the dining options at a fraction of the price.  4. The best way to save money has to be to take the process into your hands, i.e prepare your own meals. Most establishments offer kitchens. So, make the best use of them to save your money while on your trip to Paris in May. 5. Water is free and clean to drink. So, don’t spend on water and always carry a water bottle.