Paris Metro exits: not just the closest, but the ones you can actually use

The closest exit is not always the best one.

Even if an exit looks close and convenient on the map, actual access conditions can vary depending on the line and platform you arrive on, including cases where elevators or escalators are not usable.

Get to street level faster — without unnecessary detours.
Par ici! shows all Paris Metro exits on Google Maps, so you can choose the best exit before you travel.

Find the closest exit to your destination at a glance, or search by station and line. For each exit, see the best place to get off (car and door) and whether elevators or escalators provide direct access from your platform to street level or are only available after reaching the concourse level.

Even when stairs can’t be avoided, Par ici! helps you avoid unnecessary walking and understand the most efficient way to reach street level based on your platform and line.

"Par ici" means "This way!" in French.

Why choosing the right exit matters

The wrong exit can cost you more than you expect.

Paris Metro stations are complex. The same exit may be easy from one line but require stairs or detours from another. Even if a map shows “escalator available,” it may not be accessible from your platform.

Par ici! helps you avoid unnecessary detours and understand access differences depending on your line and platform.

🔍 Features of “Par ici!”

1. Exit & Car Position Guidance

Par ici! helps you choose the right metro exit and the best car & door position to get off closest to that exit. This allows you to decide which direction to go after leaving the platform before you arrive.

2. Detailed Elevator & Escalator Information

For each exit, the app shows whether it has automatic lifts (elevators, escalators) or stairs. In addition, Par ici! indicates which line, direction, and level (platform level or ticket hall level) the lifts can actually be used from.

3. Check exits on Google Maps

In addition to the standard way of selecting a line and station to check exits,
you can also view all stations and exits directly on Google Maps and find the most convenient exit near your destination.
* The map is displayed in the language you are currently viewing. Screenshots shown below are examples from the English version.

▶ View example (Opéra area)

4. Free to Start — Simple Pricing, No Subscription

Basic features are free.
Map features require a pass.

€0.99 / week ・ €2.99 / month ・ €5.99 / 3 months

No subscription. No auto-renewal.
Your pass starts at the time of purchase.

5. Free In-App Manual Before Purchase

You can read the in-app manual for free before purchasing any pass, so you can understand how the app works in advance.

6. Terms & Privacy Available in Advance

Before purchasing, you can review the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. This ensures transparency and peace of mind.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

❓ Is Par ici! free to use?

The app itself is free to download. You can view the metro map and in-app manual without paying.

To use the map feature with exit information on Google Maps, a time-based pass is required.

❓ How long does a purchased pass remain valid?

Passes become valid from the moment of purchase. For example, if you buy a 1-week pass at 8:00 AM on Monday, it will be valid until just before 8:00 AM the following Monday.

Although app stores may label it as a “subscription,” there is no automatic renewal.

❓ Why are there different colors for escalator icons?

Par ici! uses color-coded icons to show where an escalator can actually be used from.

Red icons indicate escalators that connect directly from the platform level (B2, B3, etc.) to street level.
Green icons indicate escalators that are usable only from the ticket hall level (B1).

In the Paris Metro, available escalators and exits often differ by line, even within the same station. One line may allow direct access from the platform, while another line in the same station may require using stairs only.

❓ How does Par ici! help you choose the right exit?

Par ici! supports the standard way of checking exits by line and station, and also allows you to view all stations and all exits directly on Google Maps.

This makes it possible to compare exits based on distance to your destination or availability of escalators, not just the nearest station.

📲 How to Download

Scan the QR code below to access the Google Play (Android) or App Store (iPhone) page for Par ici! You’ll find app info, screenshots, and the download option there.
Note: Scanning the QR code won’t install the app automatically.
To search manually on Google Play, enter "Par ici!" (with quotation marks).

📱Download for Android

🍎Download for iOS

Just a heads-up: QR codes link to the store page but won’t trigger auto-download.

You can download the app and access the manual for free.
To use the map features, choose a pass: 1 week, 1 month, or 3 months. Each pass offers unlimited access during the selected period.