Travel video guide
Things to Do in Paris: 16 Spots
This guide turns 48 Hours in Paris: What to Do & Not to Do (by a Local)! into a practical travel guide map with 16 saved spots around Paris, Batignolles, and Bd de Clichy. The mapped places combine local landmarks, outdoor sights, and culture stops instead of only one kind of stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What this map is good for
- Planning a short travel itinerary in Paris across local landmarks, outdoor sights, and culture stops.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 16 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre
Tourist Attraction in 35 Rue du Chevalier de la Barre, 75018 Paris, France, Rue du Chevalier de la Barre, Paris, France - Café Dose • Batignolles
Cafe in 82 Place du Dr Félix Lobligeois, 75017 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Le Marais
Neighborhood in Le Marais, Paris, France, Le Marais, Île-de-France, France - Père-Lachaise
Garden in Père-Lachaise, 75020 Paris, France, Père-Lachaise, Paris, France
Hours: Hours available - Sénat
Monument in 15 Rue de Vaugirard, 75006 Paris, France, Rue de Vaugirard, Paris, France - Louvre Museum
Art Museum in 75001 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hours: Hours available - Jardin du Luxembourg
Garden in 75006 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France - Batignolles
Train Station in Batignolles, 75017 Paris, France, Batignolles, Paris, France - Musée d'Orsay
Art Museum in Esplanade Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, 75007 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hours: Hours available - Le Jardin des Batignolles
Neighborhood in 24 ter Rue Brochant, 75017 Paris, France, ter Rue Brochant, Paris, France - Eiffel Tower
Historical Landmark in Av. Gustave Eiffel, 75007 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hours: Hours available - Belleville Park
City Park in 47 Rue des Couronnes, 75020 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hours: Hours available - 4 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- croissants
- pastries
- espresso
- paté
- œuf mayonnaise
- steak frites
- garlic potatoes
- snails
Experiences captured
- visited a local neighborhood bakery
- walked through the Montmartre neighborhood
- explored the Le Marais district
- ate at Bouillon Pigalle
- viewed the Eiffel Tower from across the river
- visited the Musée d'Orsay
- avoided the crowds at the Louvre
- used online therapy via BetterHelp
Planning notes for Paris
Paris is a capital city with a documented history spanning over 2,000 years, originating as a Celtic settlement known as Lutetia on the Île de la Cité. The city’s architectural evolution includes the 12th-century Gothic style of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the 17th-century Classicism of the Louvre and Les Invalides, and the 19th-century Haussmann renovation, which established the current system of wide boulevards and uniform limestone facades. Historical landmarks include the Eiffel Tower.
Must-try foods nearby
- Jambon-Beurre
The quintessential Parisian lunch: a fresh, crusty baguette sliced open, spread with high-quality salted butter, and filled with slices of 'jambon de Paris' (cooked ham). - Croissant au Beurre
A symbol of French breakfast culture, the 2026 trend emphasizes 'croissants de boulanger' made with high-quality AOP Charentes-Poitou butter. - Soupe à l'Oignon Gratinée
Originally the 'soup of the poor' in the Les Halles market, this classic features slow-caramelized onions in a rich beef broth. - Steak Frites with Sauce au Poivre
The definitive bistro staple. In 2026, the focus is on heritage beef cuts like 'onglet' (hanger steak) or 'entrecôte,' served with house-made. - Escargots de Bourgogne
Plump land snails baked in their shells with a vibrant green 'beurre maître d'hôtel'—a compound butter of garlic, shallots, and plenty of fresh parsley.
When to go: The best time to visit Paris is from late April to early June or September to October, when the weather is mild and the city's parks are in full bloom or vibrant autumn color. Summer (July and August) brings heat and heavy crowds.
Local tips
- Always initiate interactions by saying 'Bonjour' to shopkeepers and servers to avoid being perceived as rude.
- Request 'une carafe d’eau' at restaurants to receive free tap water instead of paying for expensive bottled options.
- Keep your phone and wallet secured in zipped pockets or bags held in front of you to prevent pickpocketing in crowded Metro stations.
- Signal for your restaurant bill by making eye contact or raising a hand subtly, as servers will not bring it until specifically asked.
What travelers are noticing
- The opening of the new Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain at Place du Palais-Royal, a major architectural landmark designed by Jean Nouvel.
- The 'La Caverne du Pont-Neuf' immersive installation by artist JR, which transforms the historic bridge into a 120-meter-long walk-through cave.
- The rebirth of 'La Main Jaune' as a massive creative hub and concert hall, reviving the legendary 1980s roller disco site in the 17th arrondissement.
Official tourism resource
The official tourism website for Paris and the Île-de-France region, providing travel guides, event information, and visitor services.
Planning questions
Where did the creator eat in Paris?
This guide maps all 16 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Paris.
What are the must-try foods in Paris?
Creator picks from the video include croissants, pastries, espresso, paté. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this travel guide map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.