OLD SCHOOL -- I would like to buy a scratch off phone card in Paris. The type that one used to get at a Tabac store 5 euros worth of time to call the USA. Has anyone seen this type of phone access card in Paris??
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32351 posts
Diana,
I've never seen phone cards, but haven't really looked for them. They sound like a bit of a "dinosaur", similar to Traveller's Cheques, but are probably still available.
Most people have a mobile phone these days (and sometimes more than one).
Posted by
Rick Steves' Europe
295 posts
You can still buy phone cards at Tobacco shops, etc. Its hard to find phone booths anymore but you can still use the prepaid phone cards from your hotel room phone. You can buy a local one or international option.
Posted by
Ohio
2161 posts
Hi Diana, as Jenn mentioned, you can get one at a Tabac. Look for a World Talk card. It's $7.50 euros. I bought one last week at the tabac on Avenue de la Bourdonnais (between Rue Saint Dominique and Rue du General Camou). You have to tell them you're looking for a scratch off card to use in a pay phone (you can use it from your hotel, no problem). Have a great time in Paris!
Posted by
OP
Fairfax, CA, United States
48 posts
it is an antique system - works for me - thanks so much for the responses.