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Overview
Live like a Parisian for a day and embark on a journey through Le Marais, one of the trendiest and most dynamic neighborhoods in the City of Light. Taste the cultural and culinary diversity of this historic neighbourhood as you take a deep dive into French food, from boeuf bourguignon or choucroute garnie to wine and cheese. Let your local food expert guide you through the back streets of the Marais to discover some of its best artisanal shops and hidden gems. All the while, you’ll see the best angles of this medieval Parisian quarter while discovering the stories behind icons like the neighborhood’s hôtels particuliers and Place des Vosges’ royal history. Le Marais is an enticing mix of tradition, innovation and culture. Experience all of these elements through the neighborhood’s best food in an unforgettable adventure.
Meeting and Pickup
Your guide will be waiting for you by the benches and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
End Point
This is the endpoint for the afternoon tour.
Redemption Instructions
Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early, so the tour can start on time. You do not need to print out a page to join the tour - showing us the confirmation email you will receive on your phone is fine!
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Visit a neo-bakery founded by two young entrepreneurs committed to sustainability and reducing waste. Discover their focus on quality ingredients, and enjoy a delicate vanilla cream puff.
2. The elegant pastries and rustic breads from this refined boulangerie-pâtisserie celebrate seasonal flavors from southern France and Italy. Enjoy a croissant pissaladière, a Provençal specialty with caramelized onions, anchovies, and black olives.
3. Admire the elegant symmetry, red-brick façades, and arcaded walkways from Paris’s oldest planned square (1612), a masterpiece of early French classical architecture.
4. Dine at a classic French bistro overlooking the elegant Place des Vosges. Enjoy a traditional boeuf bourguignon, served with buttered noodles and paired with a glass of red wine, for a true Parisian experience.
5. Pass by a grand 17th-century private mansion in Louis XIII style that helped preserve the Marais from Haussmann’s redesign, and it now houses the Centre des Monuments Nationaux.
6. Visit a legendary, award-winning Parisian charcutier celebrated for its contemporary take on French tradition. Enjoy a pâté en croûte Houdan, showcasing seasonal craftsmanship.
7. Taste the best French cheeses and home-made cheese creations at one of the best fromagerie in Paris. They won the Best Craftsman of France award in 2000 with their pyramid of flavours composed of 120 cheeses. Here, you'll try a selection of different PDO cheeses.
8. Visit a cozy wine shop and tasting cellar set in a beautifully restored 14th-century building in the Marais. Descend into the vaulted cellar to enjoy wine with cheese and fresh baguette, in an intimate, welcoming atmosphere.
9. Visit a celebrated Parisian pâtisserie famous for its iconic merveilleux, and try one: airy meringue domes filled with whipped cream and coated in chocolate shavings.
Inclusion
Local English-speaking guide
Taste artistry in a savory croissant and a traditional French cream puff
Sample French cheeses aged and refined in a 17th-century cellar from master cheesemongers
‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Sip on French wine while indulging in the city’s best boeuf bourguignon or choucroute garnie
Exclusion
Gratuities / Tips for the guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Extra drinks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Reviews
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Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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