map of the Paris metro

I use "3 Plans Par Arondissement", which is subtitled "Le Petit Parisien", published by Editions L'Indispensable, ISBN 978-2-7072-0407-3. It has small scale overview maps of the metro and streets, but it also has three large scale maps per arondissement, one with just the streetplan, one with bus routes and one with the metro. So, use the small scale map to check which arondissement you are in, go to the relevant page at large scale, and there you are. It measures just over 8 inches by 5 when closed, so it's not for your back pocket, but they are widely available at newstands, tabacs, railway stations and the Paris airport bookshops for under €8. http://www.amazon.co.uk/R19-Petit-Parisien-3-Plans/dp/2707204072 http://www.massin.fr/plans-de-paris/754-le-petit-parisien-9782707204073.html

I like the "geo" that gives some perspective to the actual streets and neighborhoods rather that a strictly schematic map.
http://www.ratp.fr/en/upload/docs/application/pdf/2012-05/paris_tourisme_2012-05-29_14-51-15_281.pdf

Bets, I don't know when you were in Paris. When I was there 3-4 years ago, the only large metro maps were on the walls of the stations. When I asked for one, I was told they no longer print them for hand-outs. If you've been there more recently, then I am pleased they are providing them again. Karen, just in case, print out a large one and take it with you. Also be sure it shows the ends of the lines. Even though you probably won't be going nearly that far, you need to know the end station to get the train in the right direction.

I got one last summer, Chani.

Thanks, Bets. Glad to hear it - I love Paris so much, I know I'll be back again soon.

All good ideas for me to look into! Thanks!