Bastille Afterwork: Drinks and Snacks on a Private "Apéro" Tour

3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

The Bastille area is historically known as the place where the French revolution started. Only locals know that it is also the ancient artisans neighbourhood and one of the favourites places for Parisians to have an after-work « apéro » or to start a perfect night out.

This tour is an insight into the lifestyle of a middle-class Parisian, allowing you to discover old and new trades, the most beloved wine bars and bistrots and one of the most popular markets in town. Not to forget that you will have the privilege to walk along a spectacular and well hidden elevated park where you will only cross Parisians.

Explore a completely new Paris through its bars and taverns
Wander around the lesser known but übercool areas of Bastille and Aligre
Try an authentic French « apéro » in one of Paris’ oldest markets
Discover hidden passages and surprising green spaces that only Parisians know of
Experience the buzz of the best wine bar in town

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Paris Urban Delights

What is included

Included

Included: A professional English speaking Guide
Included: A glass of the wine that responsible Parisians drink every day
Included: A Parisian beer to go with the apéritifs at the Aligre market
Included: A selection of typical apéritifs including farmer’s cheese
Included: Some local "saucisson" to soak up the strong drink
Included: A pastis or a "rhum arrangé" in a popular tavern

Not included

Not included: tips or gratuities for your guide
Not included: Additional food and drinks

Itinerary

Bastille

3 hours

Your guide will introduce you to this non-touristic area of Paris, one of the favourites places for Parisians to spend the evening out. You will experience a typical French afterwork, starting in the local market and continuing in two bars. You will try parisian beer, wine, pastis or "rhum arrangé" as well as cheese, French apéritifs and dry sausage.
Coulee Verte Rene-Dumont

15 min

You will discover a hidden part of the city by walking in this secret elevated park.
Marche Aligre

20 min

In this historical covered market you will try a parisian beer and a selection of cheese and typical French "apéritifs".
Baron Rouge (Le)

10 min

In this neighborhood wine bar you will be invited to try the house wine straight from the barrel and enjoy the great atmosphere with locals.