LetzGo City Tours’ 2.5-hour Paris Gourmet tour includes a croissant, an individual charcuterie board harmonised with wine, a tasting of four classic French cheeses, a chocolate tasting, and a visit to the historic Les Halles area and Rue Montorgueil — one of Paris’s most celebrated market streets and home to Stohrer, the oldest pâtisserie in Paris (founded 1730). Each tasting is accompanied by your guide’s explanation of the product’s provenance, production and place in French culinary culture.
Paris Gourmet Walking Tour: Epicurean Flavors & Culinary Landmarks
Embark on a delicious three-hour Paris food tour, exploring rich culinary traditions, historic landmarks, Michelin-star dining, pastries, wine, cheese, and chocolate tastings.
Tour Overview
Join us on a Paris Gourmet Walking Tour, a 3-hour experience through 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 socializing. 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.
Next, we’ll begin with a guided cheese tasting to explore regional flavors and classic pairings. From there, we’ll stroll through Les Halles and Rue Montorgueil, sharing the history of Paris’s great market district and its enduring food culture. The sit-down portion follows at a neighborhood restaurant, where guests will enjoy a spectacular plate of authentic French charcuterie served on individual plates and paired with wine.
As we continue, we’ll visit Place de la Victoire, where we’ll dive into a royal story about how Louis XIV set many of the standards for modern table manners and dining etiquette. Moving along, we’ll stop at Le Bonheur, where you’ll enjoy a complimentary chocolate tasting and have the option to take home two small chocolates as a sweet reminder of Paris.
The tour concludes in the vibrant Les Halles area, once home to the largest food market in Paris until the 1970s. You’ll learn why the best restaurants are concentrated in this area and take a stroll down Rue Montorgeuil to see Paris’s oldest bakery, which has been serving Parisians since 1730. The perfect end to a day filled with history, food, and unforgettable experiences.
What's Included
- Enjoy the most delicious French croissant ever
- Indulge in a sit-down tasting featuring individual plates of authentic French charcuterie, perfectly paired with wine.
- Partake in an exquisite chocolate tasting at the home of the best French Pralines
- Guided cheese tasting (selection of four classic French cheeses)
- Visit to Les Halles and Rue Montorgeuil, home to the oldest bakery in Paris, dating back to 1730.
Highlights
- Savour a fresh croissant while learning about French culinary history
- Stroll through the beautiful Palais Royal and discover the Le Grand Véfour, a prestigious Michelin-star restaurant.
- Learn how legendary chef Escoffier revolutionized French gastronomy
- Explore the charming Galerie Vivienne and enjoy a traditional "Planche" (charcuterie board) paired with wine
- Walk through Place de la Victoire and discover how Louis XIV shaped modern table etiquette
Languages
- English
