About Annie Sargent’s Paris Food self-guided GPS tour
Paris is a city celebrated for its gastronomy, and there’s no better place to dive into this world than Les Halles. Once a bustling market and now a hub of culinary delight, this neighborhood offers an unparalleled taste of the city’s food heritage.
Discover Les Halles, the Heartbeat of Parisian Cuisine
Our self-guided Paris food tour begins at La Samaritaine, a landmark department store by Pont Neuf, and takes us through the historic and architectural wonders of Les Halles. Along the way, we’ll indulge in the tastes that define Paris—from the oldest patisserie in Paris, Stohrer, with its legendary Baba au Rhum, to the classic French brasserie fare at Au Pied de Cochon.
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What You’ll Experience on this Paris Self-Guided Food Tour
Gourmet Tastings: Enjoy handpicked samples from renowned establishments. Taste exquisite chocolates at Leonidas, savor puff pastries at Odette, and discover gourmet treasures at G. Detou Paris.
Historic Rue Montorgueil: Stroll through this vibrant street, rich with the scents of fresh bread and sweet treats. Highlights include Boulangerie Collet and Cloud Cakes.
Cultural Insights: Learn about the transformation of Les Halles, marvel at architectural gems, and hear intriguing tales, including one of resurrection at Fontaine des Innocents.
Unique Finds: From a fountain offering sparkling water to an unchanged kitchen supply store from the 1800s, discover the quirks that make this area special.
Never-Ending Service: Conclude your tour with a visit to the only restaurant in France that’s always open, offering a taste of Parisian life that never sleeps.
This 90-minute self-guided tour isn’t just about tasting; it’s an immersion into the essence of Paris through its culinary artistry. With each step, uncover the stories, traditions, and innovations that make Les Halles a symbol of Parisian spirit.
Practical Information
Starting Point: La Samaritaine department store. Meet Annie on the surface at the Pont Neuf metro station (follow the signs in the metro for the Samaritaine exit)
Duration: 90 minutes
Accessibility: Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
Highlights: Stohrer, Au Pied de Cochon, Leonidas, Odette, G. Detou Paris, and more.
Embark on Savoring Paris: A Food Lover’s Walk Around Les Halles and let every bite connect you with the history and passion of Parisian culinary arts. Join us for a journey where food is not just eaten but experienced.
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Why Tour Paris with a VoiceMap GPS Tour
Self-guided tours have a lot going for them! Here’s why Annie loves writing them and taking them:
The tour is ready when you’re ready. No need to reserve anything! Is that café calling your name? You can stop and resume the tour at will. You can close the app, reopen it and it will remember where you left off.
Bad knees and you can’t take stairs? Sit on a bench, listen to the audio and move on to the next part of the tour!
You won’t need phone data in Paris because you’ll download the tour at home. You can also take the tour virtually (audio only) at home and then take it again for real when you get to Paris.
Annie’s tours are updated every now and then because even in a timeless city like Paris, things change! And when there’s a new version of a tour you’ve already bought, you’ll be able to get it for free.
Here’s How You Do It in Practical Terms
- Download the free VoiceMap App on your cell phone
- Purchase tours codes here to enjoy the substantial podcast listener discount.
Download the tours at home before your trip. To be extremely well prepared, you could also try it at home just so you can get familiar with the App. But the App is self-explanatory for most users.
You don’t need one tour per person if you’re willing to share an earbud or put the tour on speaker. That’s how all audio works on smart phones and is not a a limitation of VoiceMap.
About Annie Sargent
Bonjour, I’m Annie Sargent, tour guide and producer of the Join Us in France Travel Podcast. I love introducing new people to my favorite destinations in France. Because I’ve lived away from France for many years, I came back eager to re-discover my own country and the places where French history happened. And because I am French born and raised I can’t help but introduce a little bit of French culture into your visit. So, let’s get walking and enjoy this tour together!