Authentic French Food and Wine Tour of Paris, Paris

About this activity

Join us on a mouthwatering 3-hour authentic French epicurean food tour through Paris, the city of lights and gastronomy, as we explore its rich culinary history, culture, and heritage. From delicious pastries to Michelin-star restaurants, wine, and chocolate, you’ll discover the true essence of Parisian dining and socialising. This authentic experience is perfect for food lovers looking to immerse themselves in Parisian epicurean traditions.

Embark on a delectable journey through the heart of Paris, where food, culture, and history come together. Begin the adventure with a flaky croissant, the hallmark of French breakfasts, as you stroll through the Palais Royal, once the seat of royal power and now a stunning landmark. Along the way, visit the legendary Le Grand Véfour, a two Michelin-starred restaurant known for its illustrious history and connection to Escoffier, the man who forever changed French gastronomy.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: LetzGo City Tours

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Explore the charming Galerie Vivienne and enjoy a "Planche" (charcuterie board) paired with wine
Included: Savour a fresh croissant while learning about French culinary history on this small group tour
Included: Partake in an exquisite chocolate tasting at the home of the best French Pralines
Included: Stroll through the Palais Royal and discover the Le Grand Véfour, a Michelin-star restaurant
Included: Walk through Place de la Victoire and discover how Louis XIV shaped modern table etiquette

Not included

Not included: Additional food or drinks not specified and gratuities to the Guide

Itinerary

Palais-Royal

10 min

Guests will walk from the meeting location to this spectacular Royal Palace. The Palais-Royal is a former French royal palace located on Rue Saint-Honoré in the 1st arrondissement of Paris. The screened entrance court faces the Place du Palais-Royal, opposite the Louvre. Originally called the Palais-Cardinal, it was built for Cardinal Richelieu from about 1633 to 1639 by architect Jacques Lemercier. Richelieu bequeathed it to Louis XIII, before Louis XIV gave it to his younger brother, Philippe I, Duke of Orléans. As the succeeding Dukes of Orléans made such extensive alterations over the years, almost nothing remains of Lemercier's original design.

The Palais-Royal is now the seat of the Ministry of Culture, the Conseil d'État and the Constitutional Council. The central Palais-Royal Garden (Jardin du Palais-Royal) serves as a public park; its arcade houses shops.
Stop 2

10 min

Guests will enjoy and introduction to French baking techniques by enjoying incredible insights in the making of the perfect croissant while they tasting what is regarded as the best bakery in Paris for eating a croissant.
Stop 3

15 min

Guests will eat their croissant while learning about Louis XIV’s influence on modern dining etiquette. The Place des Victoires is at the confluence of six streets: the Rue de la Feuillade, Rue Vide-Gousset, Rue d'Aboukir, Rue Étienne-Marcel, Rue Croix-des-Petits-Champs and Rue Catinat. A view of the Place des Victoires with the equestrian statue of Louis XIV at its centre.
Stop 4

20 min Admission included

Guests will enjoy a selection of 4 different Cheeses -hand cut and selected by one of the Cheesemongers for their high epicurean quality and taste. Guests will receive an introduction to French Cheese making.
Stop 5

15 min Admission included

Guests will enjoy an incredible brioche with shards of pink pralines , created by Auguste Pralus, Meilleur Ouvrier de France ( Award given to the Best Skilled worker in any trade) in 1955. This Roanne specialty has become one of the emblems of Central Loire regional gastronomy.
Les Halles

20 min

Walking through the neighbourhood of Montorgueil , our guests will dive into the old and rich history of Les Halles, huge market that fed Paris and the Parisians for 8 centuries before leaving permanently to Rungis in 1969 .

Inseparable from les Halles, “Montorgueil” grew in accordance with the successive transformations of the market, making this area both a popular and modern district, atmosphere that you can still feel today.

This walk will take guests into the history of this neighbourhood, one of the oldest in Paris, exploring its various developments. You’ll also enjoy the currently pleasant atmosphere of pedestrian village full of shops and restaurants. Guests will learn and see so much of what makes up French food as they walk the famous epicurean street fool of incredible stores with magnificent store fronts showing their sumptuous epicurean specialities. Explore the area where the largest food market once stood as well as visit the oldest bakery in Paris.
Stop 7

45 min

Guests will enjoy a spectacular plate of different authentic French Charcuterie dishes presented on individual plates to each guest
Stop 8

15 min Admission included

Guests will enjoy a unique collection of artisanal original pralines at the first Le Bonheur boutique in Paris located on 148 rue Saint-Honoré caughting the fancy of Parisians, professionals and city visitors at once by its interior sense and upscale flavours in colourful wrappings. Guests can choose 2 chocolates to take home.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time

MEETING PLACE: Comédie-Française, 1 place Colette, 75001 Paris

MEETING POINT: Meet your at the bench in the square next to the kiosk, across from 'Café De La Comedie'

End point

Using your ticket

You cannot enter the venue with this voucher.

To participate in your tour, you must first check-in with the guide 15 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE.
You can only access the venues as part of your organised group tour. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded or rescheduled.

Health & Safety:

This tour is not suitable for guests who require any device to assist with mobility.
Participants should be in good health, consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
Wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.
Operates in all weather conditions.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
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Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies
Parents must be aware that this tour serves alcohol and that under no circumstances are children under 18 years of age permitted to drink or sample any alcohol during the tour duration.
Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility