From classic flavors to more original creations, discover my selection of must-see addresses where you may find the best macarons in Paris. A perfect gift to bring back from your trip to Paris and share with your nearest and dearest.
First, let’s locate these addresses on a map:
No time to read it all? Here is a brief summary of my recommendations:
- The most popular: Ladurée
- The most exotic: Sadaharu Aoki
- The most expensive: Pierre Hermé
- The most creative: Macaron x Addict
- The cheapest: Gregory Renard
- The most original : Le lautrec
Table of Contents
The Classics
Ladurée
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How could we not mention Ladurée? It has been an institution since its creation in 1862, and its reputation is well established.
This establishment offers 20 different flavors of macarons, from the classic chocolate and vanilla to more original flavors, such as cherry-yogurt or passion fruit-sweet clover flower.
To experience even more Parisian charm, enjoy their refined tea rooms.
We love :
- The Marie-Antoinette macaron, made with a ganache infused with the tea of the same name. Its lovely blue color is obtained naturally, thanks to spirulina.
- The orange blossom macaron, with its delicate, fragrant flavor.
- Ladurée’s heritage and history, associated with tradition and craftsmanship.
Price – box of 6 macarons: €19.50
Adresses:
- 75, Avenue Des Champs Elysées – 75008 Paris 8e
- 64, Boulevard Haussmann – 75009 Paris 9e
- 21 Rue Bonaparte – 75006 Paris 6e
- 13, Rue Lincoln – 75008 Paris 8e
- 232 rue de Rivoli 75001 Paris
- 99 Rue de Rivoli 75001 Paris
- 21 Rue Bonaparte 75006 Paris
- 1 cour de Rome, 75008 Paris
- 16-18 Rue Royale, 75008 Paris
- 14, rue de Bretagne, 75003 Paris
Pierre Hermé
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Voted best pastry chef in the world in 2016, Pierre Hermé is internationally renowned.
His aim is to create pastries without embellishments and superficial elements and containing less sugar, as it would hide the flavor.
The establishment therefore offers 16 unique flavors of macarons to take away, half of which are temporary and renewed, like the infiniment fleur de basilic macaron. However, the other half, “les incontournables [the must-haves]“, are permanently available, such as hazelnut praline or chocolate.
We love:
- The Ispahan macaron, star of the store, with rose petal cream, whole raspberries and lychee.
- The Mogador macaron, whose milk chocolate ganache is enhanced by the freshness of passion fruit.
Price – box of 4 macarons: €14.50
Addresses:
- 18 Rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, 75004 Paris
- 9 rue de la Monnaie, 75001 Paris
- Place Louis-Armand – Hall 1 Galeries des Fresques, 75012 Paris
- 40 boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris
- 4 Rue Cambon, 75001 Paris
- 1 cour de Rome, 75008 Paris
- 13 rue du Mont-Cenis, 75018 Paris
- 133 avenue des Champs Elysées, 75008 Paris
Jean-Paul Hévin
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Jean-Paul Hévin is one of France’s most acclaimed pastry chefs, known for his talent and creativity in pastry-making. He is famous for his artisanal expertise, his refined creations and his use of high-quality products.
In this place, you’ll be seduced by a wide selection of pastries, chocolates in different forms and snacks.
There are 17 different kinds of macarons to take away, ranging from classic flavors like vanilla to more original ones like mango-orange.
Price – case of 5 macarons: €11
We love:
- The yuzu macaron, a delicately flavored ganache with yuzu between two almond biscuits.
- The viennoiseries, which are famous for their deliciousness.
Addresses :
- 3, rue Vavin, 75006 Paris
- 231, rue Saint-Honoré – côté cour – 75001 Paris
- 41, rue de Bretagne – 75003 Paris
- 23bis, avenue de la Motte Picquet, 75007 Paris
- 35, Boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris
- 108 rue Saint-Honoré, 75001 Paris
- 93 rue du Bac, 75007 Paris
- 101, rue de Courcelles, 75017 Paris
Lenôtre
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Founded in 1957 by Gaston Lenôtre, this company is renowned in the pastry industry for its artisanal expertise, its unique creativity and its commitment to culinary excellence.
It offers a complete culinary experience with its bakery, pastry shop and savory caterer.
There are 10 different flavors of take-away macarons, from classics like vanilla to more daring flavors like mojito, with white rum, lemon and mint.
Price per unit: €2.40
Box of 6 macarons: €18
We love:
- The jasmine macaron, which we appreciate for its floral note that contrasts pleasantly with the traditional sweetness of macarons.
Addresses :
- 48, avenue Victor Hugo, 75016 Paris
- 22, avenue de la Porte de Vincennes, 75012 Paris
- 121, avenue de Wagram, 75017 Paris
- 61, rue Lecourbe, 75015 Paris
- 36, avenue de la Motte-Picquet, 75007 Paris
- 15, boulevard de Courcelles 75008 Paris
- 10 rue Saint Antoine, 75004 Paris
- 44, rue d’Auteuil, 75016 Paris
Dalloyau
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Since 1682, Dalloyau has been associated with French high gastronomy. Their macarons combine tradition and modernity, and stand out for their low sugar level, so that they are light.
The Dalloyau shop combines a café, a restaurant and a pastry shop.
Here, you’ll discover around 10 different flavors of macarons to eat or to take away, from the classic chocolate to more original flavors like ginger or vanilla-whisky.
Price – box of 8 macarons: €25
We love :
- The bergamot tea macaron, a delicate creation that combines the elegance of the macaron with the subtle, fragrant aromas of bergamot tea.
- Constant culinary innovation, with bold new creations.
Website (in French)
Addresses:
- 101 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008 Paris
- 35 boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris
- Gare Saint-Lazare, 2ème étage, Passerelle Eugénie, 75008 Paris
Out of the Ordinary
Sadaharu Aoki
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For those who love new flavors, Sadaharu Aoki‘s pastries are the result of a Franco-Japanese fusion.
And of course, macarons are no exception!
In fact, in this establishment, you’ll find 16 flavors of macarons to eat in or to take away, going from pistachio and or chocolate to yuzu, black sesame and wasabi.
We love:
- The matcha tea macaron, which will leave you speechless.
- The cherry blossom macaron: Sadaharu Aoki, renowned for his mastery of Japanese flavors, has managed to capture the essence of cherry blossom in this macaron.
Price: €1.90 per unit, box of 8 macarons: €18.60
Addresses:
- 35 rue de vaugirard 75006 Paris
- 56 boulevard de Port-Royal 75005 Paris
- 25 rue Pérignon 75015 Paris
- 103 rue Saint Dominique 75007 Paris
Gérard Mulot
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This pastry chef from the Vosges arrived in Paris in 1975 with the desire to sell high-quality pastries. The many pastries sold are harmonious and colorful, with quite original flavors.
You’ll be offered almost 20 different flavors of takeaway macarons, including raspberry, vanilla, nougat, salted caramel and many more.
We love: Seasonal macarons, like the passion fruit-basil macaron.
Price: €3.50 per unit.
Box of 6 macarons: €14
Website (in French)
Addresses:
- 76 Rue de Seine, 75006 Paris
- 2 Rue Lobineau, 75006 Paris
Christophe Roussel
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After opening several stores in Brittany, Christophe Roussel has inaugurated his first Parisian boutique.
He likes to revise the classics with new flavors, and the same can be observed in his macarons.
In this new shop, you’ll be able to try 16 flavors of takeaway macarons, including the “incontournables”, sold all year round (vanilla, chocolate…) as well as temporary creations, such as cheesecake or banana-chocolate.
We love: Seasonal creations. Right now, we’re talking about the Morello cherry-espelette pepper macaron, but there are many others, like the gingerbread macaron.
Price: €1.60 per unit, box of 8 macarons: €15
Address: 5 Rue Tardieu, 75018 Paris
Arnaud Larher
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Arnaud Larher is a renowned pastry chef, famous for his expertise and creativity in the pastry industry.
His specialty is making macarons with original, subtle and well-balanced flavors.
The establishment offers a selection of macarons in 22 different flavors, ranging from classics like vanilla to fruity ones like grapefruit and apricot, as well as original creations like chestnut-blackcurrant and rose-loukoum, all of which are to take away.
Price – box of 4 macarons: €9.70
We love :
- Bold creations, like the olive citrus oil macaron or the calisson macaron, inspired by the French almond and melon candy.
- The classic rum baba.
Website (in French)
Addresses:
- 53 rue Caulaincourt 75018 Paris
- 57 rue Damremont 75018 Paris
- 93 rue de Seine 75006 Paris
Maca’Rong
At Maca’rong, the owner and her son offer pastry workshops, a unique experience that introduces you to the art of making your own macarons, with the help of passionate professionals.
The macarons created during these workshops turn out to be both original and cute as can be. From animals to cartoon characters, the macarons here will cater to for all tastes and shapes.
Maca’rong also provides ingredients for making vegan and gluten-free macarons to suit all diets.
We love:
- The unique experience of making your own macarons
- The creativity of macarons: Workshop participants have the opportunity to give their imagination free rein.
Price: €74
Information and Booking (in French)
Address:175 Rue Legendre, 75017 Paris
Quality & Origin Focused
Le lautrec
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This takeaway chocolate shop has a committed approach, working in collaboration with local partners to offer fresh, seasonal products.
Among the usual macarons, you’ll find classic flavors (vanilla, chocolate, etc.) as well as original ones like cotton candy and mango-passion fruit.
Among the seasonal macarons, you’ll discover more daring combinations, such as aubrac tea-blackberry or champagne-elderflower.
Conscious of its impact on the environment, Le Lautrec endeavors to eliminate synthetic products from its manufacturing process.
We love :
- The blackcurrantcassis-violet macaron, which combines the floral notes of violets with the fruity notes of blackcurrants.
- Its commitment to offering products from short supply chains.
Price – box of 4 macarons: €5.80
Website (in French)
Address : 60 Rue du Roi de Sicile, 75004 Paris
Laurent Duchêne
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Careful with the quality of its products, Laurent Duchêne makes it a point of honor to offer creations made with fresh, carefully selected ingredients.
There are 17 different flavors of macarons to choose from, including classic pistachio and vanilla, as well as more unusual flavors such as coconut, mint and orange fig.
In addition to pastry creations, you’ll find a variety of chocolates, cookies, viennoiseries and cakes.
All products are to be taken away.
We love:
- The chocolate-yuzu macaron. The chocolate adds a gourmet touch, while the yuzu adds freshness.
- Its transparency about the origin of its products.
Price – box of 7 macarons: €16.80
Website (in French)
Addresses:
- 2 Rue Wurtz 75013 Paris
- 238 Rue de la Convention 75015 Paris
Macarons x Addict
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The establishment offers homemade takeaway macarons, prepared with organic and fair-trade ingredients.
The “Pimp my macaron” concept is what makes the company so special. Each season, it creates a unique assortment of macarons, designed by the first people to sign up.
This personalized, creative approach allows customers to participate in the creation of new, temporary flavors before discovering them.
We love: The “aussi givré qu’un citron [as frosty as a lemon]” macaron, with its lemon-flavored ganache double-sided white chocolate and almond biscuit.
Price – box of 7 macarons: €15
Website (in French)
Address: 14 Avenue de l’Opéra, 75001 Paris
Fauchon
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Auguste Fauchon has been recognized for his craftsmanship since his company was founded in 1886.
At Fauchon, you’ll find a selection of macarons to eat in or to take away in 13 flavors, including classics like lemon and pistachio, and more original flavors like chocolate-passion fruit and vanilla-raspberry.
Famous for its high-quality pastries, macarons, chocolates and creations, the brand is now present on every continent.
Price – box of 6 macarons: €16
We love:
- The raspberry-espelette pepper macaron: the sweetness of raspberries combined with espelette pepper.
- Its 130 years of experience, guaranteeing a perfect mastery of textures and flavors.
Addresses:
- 2 Place de la Porte Maillot, 75017 Paris
- 11 Place De La Madeleine, 75008 Paris
- 17 Boulevard De Vaugirard, 75015 Paris
- 64 Boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris
- 40 Boulevard Haussmann, 75008 Paris
- 18 Rue de Dunkerque, 75010 Paris
- 14 Rue De Bretagne, 1475003 Paris
- 112 Rue de Maubeuge, 75010 Paris
Reasonably Priced
Gregory Renard
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In this small, soberly decorated takeaway boutique, you’ll discover an artisanal production of chocolates, macarons, fruit jellies and candied chestnuts.
You’ll be able to enjoy 16 different flavors of macarons, from classics like vanilla and coffee, to more daring creations like mango-jasmine or passion fruit-ginger.
The boutique also stands out for its very affordable prices. It’s the ideal place to treat yourself or your nearest and dearest without ruining your wallet.
We love:
- The rose-grapefruit macaron, which combines the floral sweetness of rose with the acidity of grapefruit.
- The redcurrant-poppy macaron, a daring creation that combines the tangy flavor of redcurrants with the delicacy of poppies.
Price – box of 10 macarons: €12
Website (in French)
Address: 120 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris
Carette
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Founded in 1927, Carette is a famous pastry and tea house.
It is renowned for its wide range of delicious pastries, including its macarons, which can be eaten or taken away, with a selection of 12 different flavors including vanilla and chocolate, as well as temporary flavors such as chocolate-passion fruit.
In addition to its sweet creations, Carette also offers a selection of high-quality teas.
We love:
- The Paris-Carette, a delicious version of the famous Paris-Brest, a classic French pastry.
- The salted caramel macaron: the sweetness of the caramel ganache is enhanced by a hint of salt.
Price: €2 per unit
Address: Carette, 4 Pl. du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75016 Paris
FAQ
How many types of macarons are there?
There are around forty different types of macaron, each possessing its own unique characteristics. Among the best-known are the traditional or Parisian macaron, the Saint-Emilion macaron with almonds, the Bordeaux macaron in a variety of flavors, the Amiens macaron with honey and fruit, and the Boulay macaron made with fresh almonds.
Each region adds its own unique touch to this delicious pastry.
How long do macarons stay fresh?
In general, homemade macarons stay fresh for 2 to 5 days if stored properly. The freshness of macarons depends on a number of factors, including ingredients, storage conditions and the recipe.
To preserve them, we recommend storing them in an airtight container at room temperature, away from heat, humidity and odors.
How much does a macaron cost?
The average price of an individual macaron varies between €1.50 and €3.50.
The cost of a macaron fluctuates according to various factors such as the reputation of the pastry shop, the ingredients, the quality of the products and the geographical area.
Can I buy macarons at the supermarket?
Yes, you can buy macarons in supermarkets. Today, many supermarkets offer a selection of bakery and pastry products, including macarons.
Generally, they are to be found in the fresh produce section or in specific sections dedicated to bakery and patisserie products.
Why is Ladurée so expensive?
Ladurée is considered a luxury brand in the pastry industry.
Its high prices can be explained by its worldwide reputation, 160 years of experience, the use of high-quality ingredients, its craftsmanship, the attention paid to product presentation and its location in prestigious districts.
Which macaron is the most popular?
The most popular and emblematic macaron is the macaron de Paris, also known as the traditional macaron.
This is the classic macaron, with two smooth, crunchy shells between which is a ganache or cream.
The best-selling flavor is pistachio.
Which is the oldest macaron shop?
The oldest macaron shop in Paris is Ladurée, founded in 1862.
Famous for its delicious macarons, Ladurée is an emblematic pastry shop of the French capital.
Since its creation, Ladurée has been renowned for its traditional craftsmanship and culinary excellence, attracting macaron lovers from all over the world.
How should I transport macarons?
To safely transport macarons, use an airtight container to protect them from humidity and shock. Place them carefully to prevent damage.
If possible, transport them in an isothermal bag to maintain their freshness, and make sure to keep the box horizontally to preserve their shape.
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