First of all, in France the most important thing is SAVOIR-VIVRE. The French are the nation for which good maniers are very important. Smile and basic polite expressions can make wonders. Entering the store, say bonjour always loud and leaving him au revoir, while you tell the cashier at the supermarket always bonne journée. At the beginning, the use of all forms of politeness can be tiring for you, and maybe even annoying, but it can help you a lot, if you don't want to be "a boor from the East". Remember that turning to the elderly or strangers always use polite forms VOUS. The French are very open and not avoid physical contact. They love to kiss each other in greeting.
Secondly, OPENING HOURS. If you are used to walking through the galleries until late at night, go shopping on Sunday mornings or at a gas station about 12 o'clock at night, you can be shocked. Most stores are open from Monday to Saturday 19. On Sunday, almost everything is closed, except a few bakeries, flower shops and small grocery stores that operate exclusively for 12-13 hours. It should also be remembered that in France, lunch hours are sanctity. Between the hours of 12 and 14, no one thinks about work! Be sure to take this into account, in order to withdraw money from the bank, send a postcard to Polish or visit any small museum. Best follow in the footsteps of the French and wait this time in a nice, typical French bistro.
Finally, something about which I already wrote: English in France. In big cities and tourist places for sure knowledge of this language is greater. In the provinces will be useful phrase book. It's good to learn a few phrases for good comunication. It's good to hear when some strangers try to talk in your language.
It makes a good impression.
I hope my advices help you! (even in a small part)
Interesting fact: According to French law it is illegal to publish photos of the Eiffel Tower taken at night.
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