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Saint-Germain-en-Laye Food Tour: Taste History
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Saint-Germain-en-Laye
Explore Saint-Germain-en-Laye’s rich history and savor French delicacies on a guided walking and tasting tour. Discover tales of Louis XIV and more.
Explore Saint-Germain-en-Laye’s rich history and savor French delicacies on a guided walking and tasting tour. Discover tales of Louis XIV and more.
Duration:
2 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Parc Du Chateau De Saint-germain-en-laye - Your guide will take you into the park and show you the Chateau where Louis XIV was born and ruled before moving the royal court to Versailles.
- Eglise Saint-Germain - Your guide will show you the Neoclassical church which containss exiled King James II of England’s remains. The tour will continue…
- Parc Du Chateau De Saint-germain-en-laye - Your guide will take you into the park and show you the Chateau where Louis XIV was born and ruled before moving the royal court to Versailles.
- Eglise Saint-Germain - Your guide will show you the Neoclassical church which containss exiled King James II of England’s remains. The tour will continue with a stroll through Saint Germain en Laye’s winding historic streets and stops to sample typical French delicacies from its numerous speciality food shops.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- A glass of wine (18+ only)
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- A glass of wine (18+ only)
Additional Information
Step into the historic Saint-Germain-en-Laye’s regal and swash-buckling past and savour an array of mouth-watering French delicacies from the best of the town’s specialty food shops chosen for you by our expert guide. This walking and tasting tour is generously seasoned with tales of the town’s most illustrious son, Louis XIV, and other celebrated…
Step into the historic Saint-Germain-en-Laye’s regal and swash-buckling past and savour an array of mouth-watering French delicacies from the best of the town’s specialty food shops chosen for you by our expert guide. This walking and tasting tour is generously seasoned with tales of the town’s most illustrious son, Louis XIV, and other celebrated figures from its past and present.
- Saint Germain en Laye’s streets are mostly on the flat but tour is not suitable for those who have difficulty walking.
Location
KiWhi Pass Charging Station
Place Charles de Gaulle
The meeting point is in front of the Chateau de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, opposite the church.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(8 Ratings)
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Mouse00
Mar 1, 2024
Wonderful tour with Alison - I had a wonderful afternoon on Alison’s gourmet tasting tour which began with the most delicious hot chocolate I have ever tasted!
We sampled lots of treats in the local shops and I learnt so much about the history of this beautiful town of Saint germain en laye. Alison is a lovely lady and you will feel like you have known her for years! I cannot wait to book the next one, thank you Alison!
Sarah X
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Marthaw325
Feb 28, 2024
Incredible experience! - Wow!!!! What a fantastic experience I had, tasting delicious cheese, wine and patisseries besides a wonderful group of people. Definitely I will do again with our amazing guide Alison who took us on a journey through time and let us discover the history of SGL.
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Jeongheeb1
Feb 28, 2024
Lovely tour - Wonderful experience! Thanks to this tour, I learned more about French cuisine and Louis XIV. Discovering good chocolate, cheese, and wine is truly a special experience.
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Camper54869394119
Feb 24, 2024
An unique taste of the French history, architecture and culinary - I did the History and Gourmet tour of Saint Germain en Laye with a few friends and we all enjoyed it very much.
Alison took us for a pleasant stroll through the beautiful town, talking about its interesting history and showing us its important buildings.
On the way she made us discover authentic gastronomic spots, where we were warmly received and learned about their history and products and tasted lots of delicious French delicacies.
Thank you Alison for the unique and very pleasant experience!
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Camper54869394119
Feb 24, 2024
An unique and very pleasant discovery of a beautiful French town with a captivating story and delicious food - I did the History and Gourmet Tour of Saint Germain en Laye with friends and we all enjoyed it very much.
Alison took us for a very pleasant tour of this beautiful town, showing us its more important buildings and telling us about its interesting history.
She made us discover very authentic and unique gourmet spots, where we received a warm welcome, learned about their products and history and tasted delicious French local delicacies. Wine, cheese, fruit, pastries and chocolate, the whole taste palette of France.
Thank you very much Alison for this very pleasant and unique experience!
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Deborahbf5408ry
Feb 13, 2024
A fantastic moveable feast - Thank you to Alison for such a wonderful walking and tasting tour.
Starting a cold Sunday morning with delicious hot chocolate and croissants whilst listening to your expert knowledge was a great way to get started.
After hot chocolate we headed off through st germain en laye and to the market. Here we were greeted with a delicious ‘galette de roi’, chocolates, crusty bread and hams and cheese. Such a treat to learn about LouisXIV whilst eating such delicacies!
The tour came to an end in a lovely French wine shop, pairing red and white wines with the hams and cheese brought from the market.
Overall - great tour, great food and a great guide ! A lovely way to spend a morning and to learn some local history.
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R6931msbenjamink
Feb 11, 2024
10/10 - 10/10 experience with plenty of food and wine to accompany the in depth story telling by our guide. Charcuterie board at the end was definitely the highlight.
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Elyetteblock
Feb 11, 2024
Highly recommended! - Our morning tour of Saint-Germain-en-Laye was truly a delightful and fun experience. Our guide was not only incredibly friendly but also shared a wealth of historical knowledge and the food and wine, flaky croissants, cheeses, chocolates, and more were delicious.
Despite having lived nearby this charming town for over a decade, I was amazed by the hidden gems we uncovered and the intriguing historical tidbits shared along the way. From stories of the town's past to its present-day culinary delights, each stop on the tour was a delightful blend of history and gastronomy. It was particularly interesting to discover the connections with Versailles and Louis XIV, who was actually born in Sain-Germain-en-Laye.
This tour is a must for anyone looking to discover the unique flavors and stories of Saint-Germain-en-Laye. It's an experience that not only satisfies the palate but also leaves you with a deeper appreciation for the town's rich history and culinary traditions.
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