A 3-Day Itinerary for Foodies in Paris

  • Day 1: Bakery Crawl
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) from Eiffel Tower

    Start your day with a fresh croissant and coffee at Boulangerie Julien. Then, head over to Pierre Hermé, where you’ll find a wide variety of macarons and chocolates to indulge in. Finally, experience traditional French baking at Maison Landemaine with their baguettes and pastries.

  • Day 2: Gourmet Food Tour
    15 minutes (2 miles) from Arc de Triomphe

    Start at the renowned food market, Marché Bastille. Taste your way through French delicacies such as escargots and foie gras. For lunch, go to Bistrot Paul Bert for classic French dishes made with fresh ingredients. End the day with wine and cheese pairing at Fromagerie Laurent Dubois.

  • Day 3: Michelin Star Restaurants
    20 minutes (3.5 miles) from Louvre Museum

    Splurge on fine dining at Michelin-starred restaurants. Begin with lunch at the famous Benoit Paris. For dinner, visit the luxurious L’Abeille and indulge in their classic French cuisine. End the night with a unique and surprising dessert experience at Le Chateaubriand.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Boulangerie Julien (30 min, £5)
  • Pierre Hermé (45 min, £15)
  • Maison Landemaine (45 min, £10)
  • Marché Bastille (2 hours, £40)
  • Bistrot Paul Bert (1.5 hours, £50)
  • Fromagerie Laurent Dubois (1 hour, £25)
  • Benoit Paris (2 hours, £75)
  • L’Abeille (3 hours, £150)
  • Le Chateaubriand (2 hours, £75)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £445

Transportation

The easiest way to navigate Paris is by using the metro system. A single trip costs around £2 and a day pass costs £14. Taxis are also widely available but can be more expensive, especially during peak hours. The estimated cost for transportation during the entire trip is around £50.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, explore popular attractions such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Palace of Versailles. If you have less time, adjust the itinerary by selecting only one dining option for each day.

Airports

Paris has two major airports: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Orly Airport (ORY). CDG is the largest and most commonly used airport, located around 14 miles northeast of the city center, while ORY is located around 9 miles south of the city center.

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