Le Marais Food & Wine Tour

Embark on a culinary journey through the Marais district in Paris, exploring the rich history and diverse cuisine of this vibrant neighborhood. Indulge in traditional Jewish and authentic French food while uncovering hidden gems with an expert tour guide.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Parish Church of Saint-Paul of Saint-Louis - Discover the architecture of a church built in 1887, a testament to a time when people of various faiths coexisted peacefully in this part of Paris.

  • Jardin des Rosiers - Joseph-Migneret - A unique garden that played a significant role in the French Resistance.

  • Place des Vosges - 1559 Uncover the history of this former horse market, crucial to Henry the Fourth.

  • Jardin de l’Hotel de Sully - Formal palace gardens in a courtyard dating back to 1624.

  • 28 Rue Saint-Antoine - Tranché is a neo-bakery dedicated to promoting better baked goods for both consumers and the planet by reducing bread waste and encouraging sustainability. We’ll enjoy a baguette tradition and a cream puff.

  • Maison Verot - Renowned and award-winning charcutier celebrated for its delectable paté.

  • 10 Rue Saint-Antoine - A famous Parisian food shop, family-owned since 1957. Here, we’ll savor a Brioche de Menton and a bite-sized croque-monsieur.

  • Fromagerie Laurent Dubois - Sample the finest French cheeses and homemade cheese creations at one of Paris’s top fromageries. They won the Best Craftsman of France award in 2000 with their pyramid of flavors composed of 120 cheeses.

  • Les trois chocolats Paris - At this high-quality chocolate shop, we’ll indulge in a chocolate tasting. The shop is run by Emiko Sano, a Japanese chocolatier and daughter of a renowned chocolate maker in Japan.

  • Florence Kahn - Florence Kahn Bakery has been famous for its traditional Jewish recipes since 1988.

  • Chez Marianne - Enjoy hummus, falafels, and homemade halva at this popular Middle Eastern eatery. It’s one of the most beloved Jewish restaurants in the Pletzl, the Jewish neighborhood in Paris.

  • Le Café des Musées - Established in 1924, this café has preserved the heritage of Parisian cafés from the 1930s. The restaurant serves the city’s best Boeuf Bourguignon, paired with a glass of red wine.

  • Colonne de Juillet - A towering Corinthian-style column topped with a winged gold statue, commemorating the 1830 revolution.

  • Pletzl - The Place Saint-Paul and its surroundings were unofficially named the Pletzl when the neighborhood became predominantly Jewish following an influx of immigrants in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

What's Included
  • Cheese tasting, boeuf bourguignon, local chocolate and more!
  • French red and white wine tastings
  • 6 tasty dishes at 6 different locations
  • Paris - a food lover’s guide
  • Local english speaking guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
  • Email to advise of any dietary requirements such as vegetarian and gluten-free diets
Additional Information

Step into the shoes of a Parisian for a day in Le Marais, one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Paris. Dive into French cuisine with a mix of boeuf bourguignon, wine, cheese, and chocolate!

Follow your local guide through Le Marais’ backstreets, discovering artisanal shops and hidden gems uncovering the history behind landmarks like Place des Vosges and the neighborhood’s hôtels particuliers.

Start with Provençal specialties and croque-monsieur at a renowned boutique, then French pastries of course!
Sip French wine and savor boeuf bourguignon at a legendary bistrot.

Discover diverse restaurants and cafés, sampling French cheeses aged in a 17th-century cellar and learning about French classics’ origins.
Explore Le Marais’ hidden corners with stories of French nobility, Bourbon kings, and the local Jewish community.

  • • This activity requires a minimum number of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed!
  • This tour is not suitable for vegan and people with dairy allergy
Location
10 Rue Saint-Antoine
Rue Saint-Antoine
We meet in front of Patisserié Lenôtre
Cancellation Policy

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

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Stephaniess2220lw
Aug 19, 2024
Fabulous! - Claire is marvelous! We had great food and the historical information added so much value to the tour. The Beef Bourgogne on was our favorite ❤️
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Yanicsmall
Aug 1, 2024
Would Definitely Do it Again - Claire was amazing! She was extremely knowledgeable on so many different topics, and gave us a ton of recs that we followed and loved!
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Priscillad825
Jul 27, 2024
Fantastic food and wine tour - Fantastic tour with some fabulous food and wine. Claire is a great guide with fantastic insights in to the history of the Marais and the albuildibgs. Highly recommend
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Ardin80days
Jul 25, 2024
Comprehensive food tour in the Marais - Comprehensive food tour, covering many regions of France with fantastic examples of cuisine from each. Great guide in Claire - she took care of us and added some historical tidbits as well. Highly recommend. PS - love the caramel crepes!!
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O8872pgkenw
Jun 17, 2024
A lovely afternoon in Paris. - Claire was wonderful. Very friendly and knowledgeable. A lovely way to experience Parisian food and the neighborhood. Highly recommended.
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Manu
Jun 3, 2024
Le marais - Great tour of le Marais Very knowledgeable tour guide ! Claire was a pleasure Saw many of the highlights of Le Marais food stops
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Natxp124
May 31, 2024
Highly recommend! - Lulu was an amazing guide! She was welcoming and kind, I learned a lot about French food and history. She took us to a lot of local places and we tried a variety of food. Highly recommend!
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Tannerb275
May 30, 2024
Great tour with a great guide, Lulu! - Amazing and beautiful vibey food/wine tour of a few neighborhoods in Paris. Great food and a fantastic and knowledgeable guide named Lulu. Would definitely do again.
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Mtv4844
May 29, 2024
Great food tour!! - This tour was informative and fun. Loulou was wonderful. She took us to different areas of Marais and we tasted the most delicious and authentic French foods. I highly recommend this tour.
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586mickp
May 29, 2024
Good food tour - Lulu was a great guide and took us to some interesting food outlets. All of the food was very good. Unfortunately the office didn't let her know that my wife was a wheelchair user, Lulu did her best to accommodate us but the final venue wasn't really accessible.
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