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Things to Do in Paris: 8 Spots From Luke Martin
This guide turns 24 Hours of STREET FOODS in Paris, France 🇫🇷 Crêpes, Macaron, Jambon-Beurre & More! from Luke Martin into a practical travel guide map with 8 saved spots around Paris, Rue de la Banque, and Rue Saint-Dominique. The mapped places combine food stops, shops and markets, 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 the creator captured
Luke Martin focused on finding authentic French flavors away from typical social media tourist traps, starting with a classic jambon beurre sandwich. He was particularly impressed by the delicate, flaky layers of the traditional pastries and the high quality of simple street foods like crepes. Despite noting the city's unpleasant smells, he concluded that the beauty and culinary depth of Paris make it an undeniable destination.
What this map is good for
- Planning a short travel itinerary in Paris across food stops, shops and markets, and culture stops.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 8 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
- Les Caves Legrand
Store in 1 Rue de la Banque, 75002 Paris, France, Rue de la Banque, Paris, France
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Du Pain et des Idées
Bakery in 34 Rue Yves Toudic, 75010 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Louvre Museum
Art Museum in 75001 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hours: Hours available - La Fontaine de Mars
Restaurant in 129 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris, France, Rue Saint-Dominique, Paris, France
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Caractère de Cochon
Sandwich Shop in 42 Rue Charlot, 75003 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hours: Hours available - Eiffel Tower
Historical Landmark in Av. Gustave Eiffel, 75007 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hours: Hours available - La Droguerie
Jewelry Store in 9-11 Rue du Jour, 75001 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hours: Hours available - Ladurée
Pastry Shop in 75 Av. des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris, France, Paris, Île-de-France, France
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Jambon beurre with wild garlic
- Nutella and almond crepe
- Escargot pastry with pistachio and chocolate chips
- Pain au chocolat
- Coffee
Experiences captured
- Visited Caractère de Cochon sandwich shop
- Walked past Marché des Enfants Rouges
- Ordered a crepe at Chez Alain Miam Miam
- Visited Du Pain et des Idées bakery
- Sat by a Parisian canal to eat pastries
- Took the Paris Metro
- Visited the Palais-Royal striped columns
- Drank wine at Le Grand Colbert in Galerie Vivienne
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.
Extra place context
- Caractère de Cochon
Known for: Jambon-Beurre. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Jambon-Beurre
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 Luke Martin eat in Paris?
This guide maps all 8 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 Jambon beurre with wild garlic, Nutella and almond crepe, Escargot pastry with pistachio and chocolate chips, Pain au chocolat. 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.