10 French phrases to know when traveling

Here are ten useful sentences for tourists that can help you communicate in French when traveling:

1. Est-ce que vous acceptez les cartes de crédit? – Do you accept credit cards?

Use this phrase to ask if a store, restaurant or other establishment accepts credit cards.

2. Je suis allergique à… – I am allergic to…

If you have food allergies or other allergies, use this phrase to inform the server or staff.

3. Pouvez-vous m’apporter l’addition, s’il vous plaît? – Can you bring me the bill, please?

Use this phrase when you are ready to pay for your meal at a restaurant.

4. Où puis-je acheter des billets de métro? – Where can I buy metro tickets?

This phrase can be helpful when you need to buy tickets for public transportation.

5. Puis-je avoir l’heure, s’il vous plaît? – Can you tell me the time, please?

Use this phrase when you need to know the time.

6. Quel est le meilleur moyen de se rendre à…? – What is the best way to get to…?

This phrase can be useful when you need to know the best way to get to a specific location.

7. Je suis en retard. – I am late.

Use this phrase to apologize for being late for an appointment or meeting.

8. Je cherche un distributeur automatique de billets. – I am looking for an ATM.

This phrase can be helpful when you need to withdraw cash.

9. Je suis en vacances. – I am on vacation.

Use this phrase to indicate that you are a tourist or visiting for leisure.

10. Puis-je avoir de l’eau, s’il vous plaît? – Can I have some water, please?

Use this phrase when you need to order water at a restaurant or café.