5.0(17 reviews)
Ultimate Paris Food Tour
3.5 hours
Max 10 people
Commentary: Written · en
Paris, France
About this activity
Dine like a local in Paris’ Le Marais neighborhood on this food tour visiting family-run favorites and award-winning eateries.
Highlights
- Enjoy 10+ food samples and 2 drinks across 8 eateries.
- Lunch like a Parisian at a classic bistro.
- Visit beloved family-run businesses.
- Pop by our favorite stalls at local markets.
- Selected at time of booking: Explore the Marais OR Left Bank's unique flavors and history.
Full description
If there’s one neighborhood that tells the full story of French food, it’s Paris’ picturesque Le Marais. Uncover some traditional gems, meet the owners of family-run restaurants and discover the stories behind every classic dish. Along with French classics, you’ll sample some Jewish and Middle Eastern-inspired specialties, coming away with a complete picture of French cuisine. If the Ultimate Marais Food Tour is fully booked on your preferred date, our Left Bank Food Tour offers a similarly immersive experience, featuring lively bistros, historic cafés, and Latin Quarter specialties.
Begin your tour with one of the true classics: a flaky butter croissant made fresh from one of the city’s best-loved bakers. Here, you’ll also enjoy a taste of homemade sourdough bread and hear more about the family who runs this local favorite.
From there, you'll walk to Paris' oldest covered market. As you follow your guide through stalls of multicultural foods and fresh produce, you'll learn how French street food was adapted for Parisian tastes and see how the French do their grocery shopping.
Naturally, macarons should be at the top of the menu for any visit to France. Your next stop will take you to a master chocolatier for some tasty treats to kick off the tour. As a Meilleur Ouvrier de France – a title awarded to only the best in their craft – you can be sure that his are some of the best quality chocolates in the neighborhood.
Afterwards, you’ll be guided through Paris’ Jewish quarter on a short historical walk. You'll see how to neighborhoods roots remain strong today as you pop into a beloved family-run bakery for a warm pastrami sandwich.
Then, sit down for lunch at a classic French bistro. Originally opened as a protest against fast food, you'll try some delicious French onion soup or other classic dishes and learn the tips for dining bistro-style from your guide.
Journey onwards to a pastry experience like no other! Mixing Syrian flavors with French patisserie techniques, you’ll visit a French-Syrian baker who crafts delicious pastry ‘nests’.
It wouldn’t be right to finish without cheese or a glass of wine! Your penultimate stop is an up-and-coming cheesemaker where you'll try a flight of artisan cheeses. Then your last stop will take you to a spot specializing in natural wines. Here, you’ll meet the owner and hear about this fascinating world.
Fully booked? Try our Left Bank Food Tour—a vibrant alternative with equal culinary charm exploring Paris' Latin Quarter.
From there, you'll walk to Paris' oldest covered market. As you follow your guide through stalls of multicultural foods and fresh produce, you'll learn how French street food was adapted for Parisian tastes and see how the French do their grocery shopping.
Naturally, macarons should be at the top of the menu for any visit to France. Your next stop will take you to a master chocolatier for some tasty treats to kick off the tour. As a Meilleur Ouvrier de France – a title awarded to only the best in their craft – you can be sure that his are some of the best quality chocolates in the neighborhood.
Afterwards, you’ll be guided through Paris’ Jewish quarter on a short historical walk. You'll see how to neighborhoods roots remain strong today as you pop into a beloved family-run bakery for a warm pastrami sandwich.
Then, sit down for lunch at a classic French bistro. Originally opened as a protest against fast food, you'll try some delicious French onion soup or other classic dishes and learn the tips for dining bistro-style from your guide.
Journey onwards to a pastry experience like no other! Mixing Syrian flavors with French patisserie techniques, you’ll visit a French-Syrian baker who crafts delicious pastry ‘nests’.
It wouldn’t be right to finish without cheese or a glass of wine! Your penultimate stop is an up-and-coming cheesemaker where you'll try a flight of artisan cheeses. Then your last stop will take you to a spot specializing in natural wines. Here, you’ll meet the owner and hear about this fascinating world.
Fully booked? Try our Left Bank Food Tour—a vibrant alternative with equal culinary charm exploring Paris' Latin Quarter.
Included / Excluded
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- 10+ food tastings (enough for a full meal)
- Small group of max 12 people
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at the small square at 111 Rue de Turenne, 75003. Your guide will be waiting by the statue.
Important information
Know before you book
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- This tour covers a full meal.
- Please note that this tour is not suitable for vegans, nor recommended for those with a lactose intolerance.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop. NOT recommended for vegans.
- Due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not adaptable for those with celiac disease
- Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
- The tour is in English.
- Selected at time of booking: Explore the Marais OR Left Bank's unique flavors and history.
Know before you go
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- Lots of outside tasting - dress appropriately!
- Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients
- We recommend you bring a water bottle (to protect the environment we don't provide plastic bottles). You'll be able to fill your bottle on tour.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Reviews
5.0(17 reviews)
Matthew
Jun 20265.0
If you’re reading this, book it now! You’ll be one of the first on the boat and get the best spot before anyone else. Daniela (aka “Daniel”) treated us exceptionally well from start to finish. Her knowledge of the falls and the stories behind them was the perfect balance of informative and entertaining. She keeps you laughing throughout the tour and enjoys the experience right alongside you as if it were her first time seeing it. 10/10 — I would recommend this tour to anyone. As an added bonus, our group had only four people, which made the experience absolutely incredible and much more personal. Thanks again, Daniel! 😉
Lisa
Jun 20265.0
The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent
Lisa
Jun 20265.0
The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent
Additional information
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
Dietary Restrictions
This tour is adaptable for: • Vegetarians • Pescatarians • Non-alcoholic options • Pregnant women We love providing delicious options for those with dietary needs. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking. This tour is not recommended for vegans and, due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not recommended for those with celiac disease.
Please note that this description is an example and stops or tastes may vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size. Regardless of where your tour goes, you always have a delicious experience.
Dietary Restrictions
This tour is adaptable for: • Vegetarians • Pescatarians • Non-alcoholic options • Pregnant women We love providing delicious options for those with dietary needs. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking. This tour is not recommended for vegans and, due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not recommended for those with celiac disease.
Please note that this description is an example and stops or tastes may vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size. Regardless of where your tour goes, you always have a delicious experience.