Local Creative Director Margaux Zanetti’s Paris Hit List

Hotel I tell all my visitors to stay at:

“Hotel Particulier de Montmartre is a luxurious space like no other in Paris. The hotel has five unique suites tucked away in a peaceful courtyard, giving you the impression of staying outside of the city.

Hôtel Massé · Paris

Hotel Massé is a new spot in town where all of the cool visitors are staying. The space is beautiful and it’s located in a great pocket of the 9th.”

Ideal date combo:

Le Flore en l'Île · Paris

“A stroll on Île Saint-Louis and a big scoop of ice cream at Le Flore en l'Île.”

Favorite local dish:

Bistrot des Tournelles · Paris

“If I’m looking for a good cordon bleu (with a side of mashed potatoes), Bistrot des Tournelles is my go-to. The space is warm and intimate, and they have a great wine list.”

My Sunday morning routine is:

D’Aligre Market · Paris

“After a morning stretch, I get a golden latte from Comets and a pain au chocolat from Boulangerie Gana. Then I make my way to the Marché d’Aligre, where I pick up some fresh organic produce for the week and a bouquet of flowers to liven up my apartment.”

Where I go to be inspired:

Jardin du Luxembourg · Paris

“In order to be inspired, I need to clear my mind, and the Luxemburg Gardens is the perfect place for that. I love people-watching and exploring the different sections of the park: chess tables, hidden fountains, bee hives, and statues. Strolling around the garden and the surrounding area transports me to a very movie-like depiction of Paris, allowing me to daydream.”

Most underrated museum or cultural space:

Jeu de Paume · Paris

“I find the Jeu de Paume to be a forgotten space, since most visitors who wish to see art in the Tuileries area come for the Musée de l’Orangerie or the Louvre. Their expositions focus on modern and postmodern photography and media, and I always leave inspired.”

The place that feels most like “me”:

Rose Bakery Maison Balzac · Paris

“Rose Bakery at Maison Balzac. Eating a sweet treat surrounded by the flowers, bees, and butterflies in Balzac’s garden with a view of the Eiffel Tower.”

The best thing to do here on a rainy day:

“The best area to be in on a rainy day is the Marais since there is such a variety of things to do in such close proximity from one another. To start, a tea ceremony at Ogata, followed by some gallery-hopping (Perrotin, Almine Rech, Thaddaeus Ropac). And you can’t leave without a bit of shopping in the area (Yvon Lambert, Surprise, Miista, Sabre).”

The one neighborhood I always recommend:

“The 11th is my favorite neighborhood for anyone looking to experience how cool Parisians live. There is a more laid-back vibe and tons of great food and coffee spots. Square Maurice Gardette is such a beautiful park where local families come to hang out. There are amazing food spots all around: Coeur Épicerie, Rives, and Bar Principal, to name a few.

Tapisserie - Charonne · Paris

For the best patisseries in the area, I love Tapisserie from the owners of Septime, so you know it's going to be good. I recommend the maple syrup tart if you've got a sweet tooth.

Galerie Patrick Seguin · Paris

Other top spots in the neighborhood are Galerie Patrick Seguin, an art gallery specializing in 20th century design and architecture, and Syncrophone Records, a low-key record shop. They are across the street from each other and offer a good dose of arts and culture.”