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15 Best Paris Food & Wine Tasting Tours for 2024

What's the best way to experience superb French cuisine while you explore Paris? 

Join a Paris food tour, a wine tasting experience, a dinner cruise, or even a cooking class!  You'll savor fantastic cheese, chocolates, wine, champagne, and pastries while you learn about what makes them special and unique. 

Top Paris Food & Wine Tours

Here are our top recommendations:

• 3-Hour Montmartre Cheese, Wine, and Pastry Tour
• Chocolate & Patisserie Walking Tour in Saint-Germain
• Champagne Tasting and Lunch Day Trip
• Marais Walking Food Tour - Cheeses, Wine Tastings, Pastries
• Bus Toqué Tour with 5-Course Dinner & Champagne

As a bonus, you'll also explore iconic neighborhoods such as Montmartre, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, and the Marais, or, if you choose the Bus Toqué, get a wonderful tour of Paris itself and see lots of top attractions.

Take a look at the following descriptions of 15 mouth-watering Paris food and wine experiences - everything from walking tours to gourmet dinners to wine (and beer!) tastings to cooking classes.  Reserve tickets for your favorites, and get ready for a close-up view of Paris's culinary culture. 

As Hemingway famously wrote, "Paris is a moveable feast" - and you're about to experience it on these favorite Paris food tours.  Bon appetit!

Top photo: Display in a Paris produce market in the Latin Quarter neighborhood

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Best Paris Neighborhood Walking Tours with Food & Wine Tastings

Explore Paris's most famous neighborhoods as you sample fantastic pastries, cheese, charcuterie, wine, macarons, and chocolates on these five wonderful gourmet walking tours:

1.  Taste Cheese, Wine, & Pastries in Montmartre

You'll discover why Montmartre, once the home of Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, and other starving artists, has become a favorite of some of the city's best food artisans, markets, and bakeries as you sample their creations on the small-group 3-Hour Montmartre Cheese, Wine, and Pastry Tour.

What you'll eat:   As you walk along the cobblestone lanes past terraced cafes and markets brimming with fresh produce, your guide will take you to the best spots to taste the exceptional quality of the local products.  You'll sip wine as you sample local cheeses and charcuterie, enjoy freshly-made French pastries, and savor incredible  hand-crafted chocolates.  

What you'll see:   Along the way, your guide will show you Montmartre's most famous sights:   Moulin Rouge, Sacré Coeur, the hillside vineyard, historical windmills, and the private mansions tucked away among the neighborhood's picturesque hillsides.

"Tour was so fun and interesting!  Delicious cheese, wine and pastries.  We couldn't eat dinner."

2.  Indulge in Pastry and Chocolate Tastings in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

The Chocolate & Patisserie Walking Tour takes you on a fascinating 3-hour gourmet stroll of the posh Saint Germain des Prés neighborhood. You'll make eight stops along the way on this favorite Paris foodie tour to taste fine chocolates, macarons, and pastries and even have a cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate. 

What you'll experience:  As you sample all the different confections, you'll learn about the history of this famous neighborhood and its culinary artisans, including some of France's best chocolate and pastry chefs.  You'll even visit famed chocolatier Debauve & Gallais, a favorite of Marie-Antoinette.

Bonus:  You get a wonderful tour of the neighborhood as you explore its hidden passages, boutiques, galleries, and beautiful churches such as Saint Germain des Prés and Saint Sulpice.

"Far exceeded our expectations.  Parisian food is amazing!"

3.  Enjoy Specialty Cheeses, Wine Pairings, & Desserts in the Marais

A cool feature of the Marais Walking Food Tour is that your guide takes you through off the usual tourist path in this uber-trendy neighborhood to visit the best artisan shops, bakeries, and markets.  You'll savor an explosion of flavors as you sample specialty French cheeses paired with wine, flavorful cured ham and charcuterie, fresh pastries, and a variety of confections.  Note the addresses as you'll want to return on your own!

Special moment: You'll also tour the Marché des Enfants Rouges, Paris's oldest covered market, bursting with fresh produce and specialty vendors who bring together the best local products of the Île de France region around Paris.  As you sample the juicy ripe strawberries, freshly-picked raspberries, or other seasonal treats, you'll discover why Parisians cherish their local markets.

Bonus:  Along the way, you'll also see a lot of the hidden corners of the Marais - superb art galleries, unique boutiques, hidden gardens, bistros where you'll want to return for a meal, and fascinating architecture. 

"Our guide knew so much about food, wine, and Paris.  We loved his passion, and we could have never discovered all these spots on our own.  This is the third Get Your Guide Paris food tour we've done on this trip and each one has been top quality."

4.  Sample the Finest Chocolates on this "Royal Paris" Walking Tour

If you dream about tasting and comparing some of the world's best chocolates, learning about artisan chocolate production in Paris, and experiencing the differences between traditional and modern chocolates, the Pure Chocolate Walking Tour is for you!

Why you'll love this tour:   In two words:  Superb chocolates!  In the company of an expert guide who is passionate about chocolate, you'll visit five master chocolatiers in around Madeleine Church, Tuileries Garden, and Place de la Concorde and savor the different styles and flavors of their chocolates.

Bonus:  You'll also get a wonderful introduction to the shops, boutiques, and arcades in this upscale part of the 1st and 8th arrondissements known as "Royal Paris," once the home of French nobility and now a favorite of fashion designers.

"Our guide was absolutely amazing and so were the chocolates.  Now we need to move to France because ... the chocolates!"

5.  Take a Gourmet Food Tour of the Latin Quarter

The Paris Gourmet Food Tour  is all about experiencing the flavors and pairings of some of France's most famous products while exploring the narrow lanes and medieval ambiance of Paris's Latin Quarter. 

What you'll do:  As you stroll around this evocative part of Paris, you'll visit a neighborhood market known for its high quality and wide variety of fresh produce and artisan products, stop by a fromagerie where you'll taste a variety of cheeses paired with wine and discover how the flavors enhance each other, and visit several bakeries to sample an amazing variety of freshly-baked French pastries. 

Tour highlight:  At the end, you'll stop by a shop with regional specialties and savor foie gras, France's most luxurious delicacy.

"Wonderful tour, way beyond our expectations.  We'd never tasted real fois gras before, and are amazed by how much we loved it."

6.  Explore the Fascinating Bastille District on a Gourmet Tasting & Walking Tour

What's cool about the small-group Bastille District: Food Tasting, Promenade Plantée, & Viaduc des Arts Walking Tour is that not only do you get to taste delicious gourmet treats at specialty shops, but you also will explore one of Paris's most vibrant neighborhoods, a favorite of Parisian foodies.

Where you'll go:  You'll start at Place de la Bastille where the French Revolution began, and then you'll stroll past some of Paris's most iconic lesser-known destinations - scenic Port de l'Arsenal where Canal Saint-Martin and the Seine River meet, the Promenade Plantée elevated walkway, artisan shops at the Viaduc des Arts, and indie boutiques along Rue d'Aligre - as you stop and sample food along the way.

Tour highlight:  Visits to traditional food markets overflowing with beautiful seasonal produce, freshly baked breads, regional cheeses, and fine wines.

"Fantastic food, plus we saw parts of the "real" Paris that we'd have never found on our own.  We'll be back!"

Best Champagne, Wine, & Beer Tasting Experiences

7.  savor 8 champagnes & lunch on this day trip from paris.

On this Champagne Tasting and Lunch day trip, your driver-guide will transport you from Paris to the famous town of Epernay in the Champagne region where you'll spend the day sipping and comparing eight different Champagnes, enjoying a delicious French lunch, and participating in a Champagne Master class held (weather permitting) in the heart of a vineyard.  You'll also learn how the terroir (soil) and climate in this region create the perfect conditions for producing this special beverage.

What's special:  You'll visit three very different Champagne houses:  A world-famous one, plus a mid-sized and a small family-owned one.  This gives you the chance to compare the tastes of all the different beverages and decide which is your favorite.  As a bonus, you can also buy bottles to take back to Paris.

Bonus:  Getting to see the beautiful countryside and vineyards as your driver takes you around the area.

"This was absolutely amazing!  Drank lots of lovely champagne and had a great day with our guide. Loved the lunch with champagne pairings."

8.  Compare Beer vs Wine on the "Bastille Bites" Tour

Did you know that the Paris region is home to numerous small producers of excellent craft beer?   C'est vrai!   You'll get to try some of the best on the Paris Craft Beer Tasting Tour.  

What you'll do:  With your expert guide/craft beer enthusiast, you'll stroll through Parisian neighborhoods as you sample brews at three different craft breweries on this small-group tour.  Along the way, you'll also sample snacks of charcuterie and cheese. 

Bonus #1 : You'll learn a bit about the interesting but mostly overlooked history of beer in France.

Bonus #2 - You'll pass through interesting parts of Paris, and will discover some great beer-focused bars to return to on your own.

Bonus #3 - Did we mention the excellent beer and food?

"Fantastic guide and experiences!  Loved all the places we visited, and can't wait to go back!!!"

9.  Take a French Wine Tasting Class with an Expert Sommelier

During the French Wine Tasting Class with Sommelier experience, you'll savor wines from different French regions as you learn what makes each area and its wine unique, how to taste wine properly to detect the subtle flavors and nuances, and how Champagne is made.  A basket of bread is available to help you clear your palate between courses. 

What may surprise you:  How different the wines are from each other, once you get tuned into how to really taste them and "read" their subtle tones and notes.

Bonus:   You'll learn how to read French wine labels, understand the meaning of concepts like terroir and appelation, and tell the difference between wines from Sancerre and Bordeaux, Burgundy and the Rhone.  Get ready to impress your friends! 

Already know these things?  Just sit back, relax, and enjoy the different wine selections - they're really good!

"Sublime.  A highlight of our trip to Paris."

Best Paris Gourmet Dinner Cruises, Tours, & Meals

10.  savor a gourmet dinner on this seine river evening cruise.

The Evening Cruise with Dinner on the Seine River gives you the perfect combination of a gourmet dinner and panoramic views of Paris's most famous monuments such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the medieval towers of the Conciergerie, the Eiffel Tower, and the Beaux-Arts architecture of the Orsay Museum as you glide past on a glass-enclosed cruise boat.

Your choices:  Choose the 2.5 hour cruise starting at 8:30 pm if you want to enjoy live music and a more leisurely experience, or the 1.15 hour cruise at 6 pm if you have other plans such as a concert for later in the evening.  You also choose your level of "service," which determines your seating location (pro tip: all tables provide excellent views; choose a round table up front or window table for the most romantic vibe), and whether or not you get extras such as an aperitif, cheese course, etc.  Finally, once you're at your table, you get to select your menu items for each course.

The experience:   You can expect delicious food and wine, and magical views from the windows.

"Beautiful and romantic experience.  Excellent food and wine.  Great value for the money.  We loved it."

11.  Best Gourmet Dining on a Bus Tour: 5-Course Dinner Plus Champagne on the Bus Toqué Tour

The Bus Toqué Tour with 5-Course Dinner & Champagne - a double-decker bus with panoramic windows and glass roof outfitted with tables like a bistro - lets you pair a fantastic 5-course gourmet meal of French cuisine prepared in the on-board kitchen with a tour through Paris of top attractions such as the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame.  Includes a glass of Champagne.

The experience:   It's like having a gourmet meal in a top restaurant, but with the added bonus of sightseeing - perfect way to make the most of your time in the City of Light.

"Sublime food and Champagne, plus great views of the city.  Perfect way to spend our first night in Paris."

12.  Best Lunch with Wine & Cheese Pairings

Wine and cheese make the perfect pairing, and they're the focus in this Wine and Cheese Lunch in a beautiful tasting room in a wine bar near the Louvre.  You'll try five different wines including Champagne) from five different regions of France as your sommelier explains why they pair well with specific cheeses.

Cool to know:  The hotel particulier (mansion) where the wine bar is located once belonged to Madame de Pompadour, the official chief mistress (yes, that was really a title) of King Louis XV back in the 1700s.

Bonus:   You get to sample a selection of smoked ham and saucisson,  and experience how well that also pairs with wine.

"The wines and cheeses were memorable, and we learned a lot.  This was a wonderful afternoon activity, and a relaxing break from sightseeing."

Best Paris Market Tours & Cooking Experiences

13.  visit a paris market & enjoy a cooking class with a paris chef.

During the Market Visit and Cooking Class with a French Chef experience, you'll explore street market with a professional Paris chef, who will give you tips on how to find the highest-quality fresh produce and other local foods.  Then, you'll participate in a cooking class where the chef will show you how to use simple recipes to make a 3-course meal including first course, main course, and dessert with your purchases.

Highlights:  You get to eat what you cooked!  (And it's also really cool to get to see the chef's personal kitchen, equipment, and Paris apartment.)

Bonus:   The chef will email the recipes to you so that you can make the meal again once you get home.

"I was surprised by how much I learned!  And our meal was fantastic.  My best Paris experience so far."

14.  Learn How Baguettes, Croissants, & Pastries Are Made at a Top Paris Bakery

If you're a fan of French bread and pastry, 2-Hour Behind the Scenes Bakery Tour, you will be fascinated to see how it's all made.  In this kid-friendly experience, you get to go into the kitchen of a top Paris bakery, where the host will show you the all the different mixers, equipment, and the super-high quality ingredients from different parts of France.  As they go about their regular work, the bakers will demonstrate all the steps and techniques for making baguettes, croissants, tarts, and other goodies.

Highlights:  You'll get to do a few things yourself!

Bonus:   You start your experience with a breakfast of croissants and pain au chocolat at the bakery.  When you leave, you get a fresh-baked baguette to take with you.

"So much fun!  We were thrilled to get an insider's view of a real Paris bakery."     ~ Albert & Jean

15.  Explore Paris's Marche d'Aligre: 3 Markets in 1!

Discover Paris's Marché d'Aligre 2-Hour Market Tour unknown to many tourists, where you'll discover and explore one of the city's most sprawling and interesting market areas.  Your guide will lead you through Aligre's three markets:  an indoor covered market packed with specialty products, an outdoor area where vendors display a vast selection of fresh produce, and finally, one of the city's most popular flea markets where you can look for (and maybe find) a vintage treasure.

This tour is for you if:  You want to get off the well-beaten tourist path and explore an authentic part of the "real" Paris.

Bonus:   You get to taste a variety of specialty foods, and sip mint tea in a corner cafe.

Pamela:  "I felt immersed in real Parisian life in this market - fantastic experience."

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20 Best Food Tours in Paris

By Catherine Down and Lindsey Tramuta

Paris is a moveable feast, indeed, and most visitors tend to wonder: what are the spots every foodie shouldn't miss? From luxurious department stores to quirky bottle shops, coffee roasters to an English language cooking school, we've crafted an enviable itinerary of edible adventures for a DIY food tour. These are our picks for the best places to snack, sip, learn, and, when you inevitably must leave, to stock your suitcase with souvenirs.

Maison Plisson Arrow

Plisson specializes in artisanal items that reduce waste, eschewing mass-market food (and indulging the growing expectation for transparent sourcing) for some 3,000 products, 80 percent of which are French. The market highlights the talents of leading food artisans from France: Meilleur Ouvrier de France (MOF) butcher Didier Massot, cheesemonger Ludovic Galfione, and locally grown produce from Alexia Charraire of the Comptoir des Producteurs. The bakery area is run by Liberté, a beloved Paris boulangerie, and there's specialty coffee from roaster L’Arbre à Café.

O/HP/E Arrow

O/HP/E is a silly name, but it also gets right to the heart of what's sold in this elegant little concept shop; that is, objects, homemade pâtisserie, and épicerie. In the housewares section, you’ll find a carefully curated collection of pretty paper goods, guide books, notebooks, coffee equipment, and modern decor. In the épicerie, stock up on hard-to-find honeys like carrot or coriander, English jams, and containers of O/HP/E’s house cookies. The café, meanwhile, serves homemade sweets, coffee from Terre de Café, P&T teas, Sassy ciders, and juices from Borderline.

La Grande Epicerie de Paris Arrow

Le Bon Marché's flagship food emporium underwent massive renovations in recent years and is even more expansive than ever before, with nearly 3,000 square meters of retail space and some 25,000 products. It's a veritable food lover's food store; additionally, there are several spots to eat on-site, including in the massive wine cellar with more than 3,000 different wines. You'll spend hours browsing the artisanal goods, colorful produce, and more.

La Cuisine Paris Arrow

Cooking classes and food tours at La Cuisine, a recreational English-language cooking school, sell out fast, so be sure to reserve in advance for the three-hour macaron-making class. Ours had just eight people—meaning there was lots of room to move about comfortably in the large classroom, which is well-equipped with professional cooking gear, plastic aprons, and a large dining room table. You'll mingle with enthusiastic home cooks, some of whom have tried (and failed) to make macarons before and others making their first attempt.

Lafayette Gourmet Arrow

Lafayette Gourmet is the food hall associated with—and across the street from—Galeries Lafayette, the iconic Parisian department store. It's its own four-story temple that's completely dedicated to eating, drinking, and home goods. You can really do a number on your credit card statement at Petrossian's caviar restaurant or at Maison de la Truffe, which specializes in (what else?!) truffle-infused dishes, but your best bet is to head straight to the Alain Ducasse chocolaterie for a box of stellar bonbons or a hefty jar of homemade Nutella.

Printemps du Goût Arrow

The new gourmet food hall in the historic Printemps department store spans the 7th and 8th floors of the menswear shop. The space was specially designed to feel like the inside of a home, with numerous well-appointed food stands and enclaves with shelves stocked with beautiful French products. If it's not raining, plunk down on one of the 70 terrace seats outside and eat lunch while gazing at the Eiffel Tower.

Paname Brewing Company Arrow

Although Paname Brewing Company was started by Michael Kennedy of the expat bar The Moose, this microbrewery stands out thanks to its historic location: an old granary along the banks of the Bassin de la Villette. Be sure to sample the craft beers from Paname’s brewers—on a recent visit, there were as many of 11. There’s a pub menu of wacky pizzas, burgers, the standard cheese and charcuterie plates, and less expected options like shrimp curry.

Laurent Dubois Arrow

This is the flagship location for award-winning fromager and affineur Laurent Dubois, who has been awarded the rare honor of Meilleur Ouvrier de France (MOF), which distinguishes him as one of the best in his industry. The cheeses are displayed as beautifully and pristinely as jewels in a case. You'll find an exceptional selection of top-quality cheeses, many of them aged on-site by Dubois and his staff, plus dairy products like yogurt, butter, and crème fraîche.

Belleville Brûlerie Arrow

Although you’ll find Belleville Brûlerie coffee beans served at specialty coffee shops all around town, the rue Pradier location is the brand's only boutique. Primarily a training center for new baristas, it’s a minimal space you could easily walk past, if not for the scent of freshly ground coffee beans, that is. Book a Saturday-morning cupping session (90 minutes, $37), where you'll learn to taste coffee like a pro.

Les Caves du Louvre Arrow

Les Caves du Louvre, run by the team at Ô Chateau, a well-known Paris wine bar, is an underground wine-discovery center in the 18th-century wine cellars once used by King Louis XV’s sommelier. To visit is to tour five rooms to learn the basics of terroir, smelling, tasting, labeling, and bottling wine. Entry is free for a self-guided tour (done with the Les Caves du Louvre app) or $39 for a guided tour in English.

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There’s a little something for every beverage drinker at La Liquiderie: obscure American and European beers, hard cider from small producers, natural and biodynamic wines, fancy British sodas made with fresh fruit, and bottled iced teas. Some of the most expensive items in the shop are imported bottles of beer from North America, the U.K., and Scandinavia—a rare treat for Parisians. There's also a good selection of French beers.

TAKA & VERMO - Artisans Fromagers Arrow

Taka & Vermo prioritizes cheeses made with raw milk, cheeses made by traditional methods, and cheeses from artisanal producers, but it also offers some modern house creations, including a fresh goat’s cheese topped with yuzu confit and lime zest. An on-site cave for affinage (cheese ripening and aging) allows the cheesemongers to be more creative with their stock. Evening classes—including one about pairing sake and cheese—underscore the shop's commitment to pushing the envelope.

Terroirs d'Avenir Arrow

You’ll find products from Terroirs d’Avenir all over the city, often without knowing it, as the shop started as a food supplier to star chefs and restaurants. It's now branched out to offer the same quality products to customers at a butchery, poissonnerie, bakery, and grocery, a retail quartet perched along rue du Nil in the 2nd arrondissement. The butcher shop works exclusively with whole animals, and offers a range of game birds, specially cured dry-aged grass-fed steaks—hard to find in France—and rare poultry.

La Chambre aux Confitures Arrow

This is one of a handful of La Chambre Aux Confitures boutiques scattered throughout Paris. Each one resembles a sleek jam vault, of sorts, with more than 100 varieties. You’ll find basics like strawberry, apricot, and raspberry, as well as unexpected flavor combinations like raspberry Champagne, apricot with gingerbread, and mango with coconut and white chocolate. Clementine marmalade may sound boring, but we assure you it's not—especially not when it's laced with rum and vanilla.

Julhès Arrow

Julhès is a series of family-owned specialty food shops that have lined the rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin in the 10th arrondissement since 1996. With its multiple storefronts side by side, convivial family ownership, and lengthy history in the area, Julhès feels like the mayor of that stretch of street. The three associated shops along the same street are loosely divided into a boulangerie/patisserie/traiteur (bread, sweets, and cooked foods), an epicerie/fromagerie (cured meats, condiments, cheese, and booze), and a market selling international foods, antipasti, snacks, and (more) booze.

Marché des Enfants Rouges Arrow

The Marché des Enfants Rouges is the oldest food market in Paris (it first opened in 1615), and is now a buzzing Marais hub for food sellers of all types. Stroll through the dense maze of stalls selling everything from North African grains to Italian deli specialties. For those who want a break from the formality of the traditional French dining experience, this market offers a relaxed and (mostly outdoors) convivial atmosphere (and a great place to stock up on snacks for your hotel room or Airbnb).

Maison du Whiskey Arrow

Maison du Whisky is a leader and standard bearer in importing and distributing whisky throughout France. There are two boutiques within Paris and two abroad; additionally, the company distributes to bars, hotels, and restaurants in France and throughout Europe. Inside, the shops look like the modern and more streamlined version of a wood-paneled library—you know, the kind where you’d retire after dinner for cigars and cards. Most people come to Paris to drink wine, but if you’re a whisky drinker with cash to spend, this is the place for you.

Le Bel Ordinaire Arrow

Making good on its name—which is French for “the beautiful ordinary”—this shop, which is strewn with beautiful pendant lighting, sells extraordinary versions of ordinary things. For example, oeufs mayo (a.k.a. hard-boiled eggs) with mayonnaise are a classic Parisian snack you’ll find at almost any bar, but here the mayonnaise is homemade. Wooden shelves are lined with superb dried pastas, more than 300 wines, a small selection of cheeses, honey, salt, and more.

Frenchie Caviste Arrow

Frenchie Caviste, a small wine shop, is the latest addition to the Frenchie restaurant group, chef Gregory Marchand's mini-empire that also includes Frenchie (the restaurant), Frenchie Wine Bar, and Frenchie To Go. Although the store offers wines at almost any price point, plus a handful of liquors and digestifs, for a truly memorable splurge, take the two-hour Carte Blanche wine-pairing class ($147 per person). Participants sample five wines from prestigious appellations while nibbling small bites.

Federation Française de l'Aperitif (FFA) Arrow

FFA, a luxurious épicerie with reasonable prices, has dedicated itself to preserving and diversifying the French tradition of the apéritif—having a snack and drink before dinner to stimulate the appetite. It’s a great spot for a drink with friends, and for cheese and charcuterie boards that go above and beyond. You'll find all things apéro sourced directly directly from artisanal French producers: local craft beer, cured sausages, a handful of cheeses, and much more.

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The 7 Best Paris Food Tours [2024 Reviews]

No matter how “cliche” or touristy Paris may be, I don’t think anything could knock it down from being one of my favorite places to visit.

The City of Lights truly feels like a dream to walk around in, with its beautiful architecture, cobblestone streets, and uniquely Parisian culture.

However, no trip to the French capital would be complete without full immersion into their local cuisine! I’ve decided to carefully curate a list of the 7 top Paris food tours, so you can easily select a tour well worth your time and money! Let’s jump right in!

Have a look at our reviews of French Cooking Classes , Siene River Dinner Cruises and Paris Wine Tasting Tours .

Best Food Tours in Paris

Quick answer: the 7 best rated paris food tours for 2024.

• Paris Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours
• Le Marais Paris The Original District Food and Wine Tasting Tour
• Paris Ultimate Food Tour
• Paris Le Marais Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours
• Montmartre Food Tour with a local Chef
• The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Paris: 6 or 10 Tastings
• Montmartre Hill Sweet & Savory French Gourmet Food & Wine Tasting Tour

Best Paris Food Tour Reviews

1. paris walking food tour with secret food tours.

• Duration: 3.5 hours
• Departure: Bd de Clichy, Paris
• Departure Time: Between 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Includes: Exceptional Viennoiserie (Notre Dame Tour), galette (savoury crêpe) from Brittany (Notre Dame Tour), French savoury tarts (quiche/paté en croute) and vegetables (Notre Dame Tour), authentic macarons, selection of cheeses , selection of freshly baked breads

Parisian gastronomy is something to be treasured, and I’ll admit that my first couple of times in the city I really sold the capital short. I thought that I’d been trying “authentic” Parisian food the entire time, when I’d been repeatedly falling into tourist traps.

With the Paris Walking Food Tour with Secret Food Tours  adventure, you’ll get to explore 6 different locations with plenty of traditional French fare that had me completely reimagine my view of Parisian cuisine!

What’s really cool about this tour is that you have the option of exploring the food scene of either Montmartre or the Notre Dame neighborhoods (hint: both are amazing).

As both are small group settings, you don’t have to worry about just being another head in the crowd. We felt like we were on a tour with a friend who just happened to be a local expert on the subject!

I of course, had to take both tours, and in Montmarte we were able to try delectable artisanal chocolates and macarons, along with a soft creme, and French bread at a boulangerie.

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I really enjoyed learning about and sampling an array of French cheeses and cured meats, perfectly paired with fine French wines! I even learned the difference between a crepe and galette, which has been a great conversation starter wherever I go!

The Notre Dame tour covers some classic French delicacies and is right by where the entire city of Paris actually came to be, on the Île de la Cité.

We were able to try viennoiseries, oysters, some French tarts, and many other desserts. Along the way, we learned a ton about the history of each area and our guide gave us some amazing recommendations and what to look for in finding the best food joints in Paris.

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100% refund for cancellations within 24 hours of tour experience, other experiences you may enjoy:, 2. le marais paris the original district food and wine tasting tour.

• Departure: 40 Rue de Bretagne, 75003 Paris
• Departure Time: 10:30 AM, 4:00 PM
• Includes:  Food tastings such as chocolate, macarons, cheeses, and cured meat, alcoholic beverages, local guide, small group tour

Le Marais is one of the most popular destinations for tourists and locals, alike, in Paris. It’s filled with rich history, unique culture, arts, and plenty of delicious food!

The Le Marais Paris The Original District Food and Wine Tasting Tour  is the perfect way to explore it all in a neatly-designed excursion that will bring the district to life right before your eyes.

I’ve been to Le Marais plenty of times, but I have to say that this was the first time that I got to see some hidden gems that I never would’ve experienced on my own.

Our guide did a fantastic job at integrating a history and culture tour with the foodie aspect seamlessly with their own anecdotes and stories from the past.

With a maximum participant limit of just 10 people, it felt like a group of friends were strolling around enjoying some of the most mouthwatering dishes we’ve ever tried with an expert to lead the way!

This felt like such a unique experience, diving into places that are so far off the “touristy” path with 8 to 10 stops at little shops with amazing food.

I believe that the stops vary a bit depending on the start time, but everything is absolutely delicious. We tried plenty of delicious cheeses and cured meats, paired with fine French wines, which taught me so much about how to properly pair them!

Aside from that, we tried organic tepenade, baguettes, and jams, which was perfect for me as I’m a huge fan of breads and sweet, fruity jams!

After that, we headed over to some chocolate shops and learned from famous chocolatiers where we were fortunate enough to learn about and sample the chocolates and Macarons!

It was a lovely way to really get to know the historic Le Marais while trying some of the best foods it has to offer.

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3. paris ultimate food tour.

• Departure: 111 Rue de Turenne, 75003 Paris
• Departure Time: 10:45 AM, 2:30 & 3:30 PM
• Includes:  Local English-speaking guide, Expertly guided walking tour, 11 food tastings and 2 half glasses of wine across 8 amazing, family-run establishments in le Marais

This is yet another fantastic food tour of the charming Marais neighborhood, where you’ll get to learn all about the history of the area, the food, and of course, get to sample the goods!

The Paris Ultimate Food Tour  will take you on a gastronomic adventure through the heart of Paris, where you’ll get to explore the city’s rich culinary heritage spanning a wide spectrum of flavors!

Calling a tour the “ultimate” is quite a claim, but the comprehensive approach to how they showcase the diversity of Parisian food really does earn the title. I’d say that if you’re looking for something for the entire family, this thoughtfully curated tour is an excellent option.

The professional guides manage to speak in a way that addresses both seasoned foodies and curious “newbie” travelers in a way that doesn’t exclude anyone.

As it is a half-day tour, you should expect time at each stop to be relatively limited, but this is perfect as we got to go back later and try everything we really loved more in-depth.

I really enjoyed learning about the Marais and how it used to sit just outside Parisian walls, with a temple even built here by the Knights Templar!

As we learned, we were able to indulge in delicious cheeses and charcuterie and local markets, croissants from local bakers, sourdough, crepes, and much more!

Aside from the Chocolate Bar, my favorite stop was at La Boutique Jaune, which opened in 1946 in the heart of the Jewish Quarter – obviously a very tumultuous time in history, given that WWII had just ended.

From brioche to fine cheeses and wines, I felt that this expertly-crafted itinerary did a great job at showing off authentic Parisian flavors and the history that brought them to life.

4. Paris Le Marais Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

• Departure: 133 Rue Saint-Antoine, 75004 Paris
• Departure Time: 10:30 AM, 1:00 & 3:30 PM
• Includes:  Viennoiserie of the day, traditional bread, freshly-made croque-monsieur, selection of French cheeses, secret dish, handmade falafel, chocolates, fine wines, water

Through rich culinary traditions and hidden gastronomic gems, this next tour is another compelling option that’ll teach you all about the culture of past and present-day Marais.

The  Paris Le Marais Walking Food Tour with Secret Food Tours  is the perfect choice if you want to see all those hidden spots that the vast majority of tourists never get to see. What I didn’t know before, is that so many dishes and flavors are unique to Le Marais, and this tour really shows them off.

What I really loved about this excursion was just how intimate it was, offering personalized attention and interaction with not only our guide but the various vendors at each stop.

The warm and welcoming atmosphere (something people don’t often relate to Parisians) really enriched the experience and made me feel more open to learning about the craft and energy of Le Marais.

To start things off, we had to enjoy our morning traditionally “French” with a fresh coffee and buttery soft croissant, which were simple but absolutely delicious.

The bakery or “boulangerie” stop was definitely one of my favorites, as we got to try plenty of French breads (which put those that I’d tried previously to shame).

After we were all fueled up, we strolled through the charming streets to the city’s oldest covered market to check out the array of different stalls and try tasty cheeses with wine.

At this point, we’d learned quite a bit about local culture and Parisian history, which only enriched the tasting experience further.

We then made a stop at a local brasserie which made it feel like had stepped right into some kind of French movie, with a lovely ambience and a delicious croque monsieur to snack on.

No afternoon is complete without trying some artisanal chocolates and French macarons, along with a “special secret dish” that you’ll have to try yourself!

5. Montmartre Food Tour with a Local Chef

• Duration: 3.25 hours
• Departure: 31 Rue Lepic, 75018 Paris
• Departure Time: 10:300 AM, 3:30 PM
• Includes: Savor baguette, macarons, amazing cheese, charcuterie, choux à la crème, 3 glasses of French wine, scenic viewpoints, local expert guide + a pdf Paris guide for food lovers.

You know, whenever you take a food tour, you really have to wonder about the background of the person guiding you around.

However, if you have a local professional chef leading the way, you can rest assured you’re in safe and competent hands.

With the  Montmartre Food Tour with a Local Chef  offers an immersive experience that will not only take you through some of the most amazing eateries in Paris, but will also teach you what to look out for in order to find an authentic and high-quality restaurant.

Montmarte is famous for its art, bohemian feel, cobblestone passageways, and this big white church you may have seen or heard of.

However, did you know it’s also a huge “foodie” scene boasting top-notch wine bars and fine-dining restaurants ranging from quick bites to haut-cuisine? It definitely offers a unique perspective to Parisian cuisine, with a professional chef there to add engaging commentary and insider insights!

We started with Le Grenier a Pain, which is known for its traditional baguettes, sourdough, pies, eclairs, and is so well-reputed that it’s even earned UNESCO World Heritage status!

I enjoyed a delicious pain au chocolate before we headed ot Boucherie Jacky Gaudin which offers some of the best French meats. I was admittedly a bit hesitant, but I did try rillettes which consistent of expertly-cooked goose meat.

Our visit to Belvedere was simply breathtaking, with amazing views of Paris – we got some time to soak it all in while taking plenty of photos and videos.

Next up, we tried a ton of carefully-selected cheeses and explored one of the oldest cabarets in the city! I noticed that on this tour we got to try many more pastries and sweets than the others, so if you have a sweet tooth make sure to put this tour at the top of your list!

6. The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Paris: 6 or 10 Tastings

• Duration:  3 hours
• Departure: 112 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, 75012 Paris
• Departure Time: Between 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
• Includes:  Private personalized tour, local foodie guide, 6 or 10 food and drink tastings (depending on option selected), veggie alternatives available

This is one of the best tours in my opinion, for those who are visiting Paris for the first time and would like a “taster” of the local cuisine while avoiding tourist traps. As it’s a private tour, it will be completely customizable so you can provide input for your specific interests!

The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Paris: 6 or 10 Tastings  is an experience that will reflect your unique palate and interests while still showcasing Parisian cuisine in an authentic way.

I already had quite a booked itinerary planned, so it was nice that they offered so many different start times. We were also offered 2 different tour lengths: either 6 or 10 food and drink tastings, depending on your preferences.

I chose the 10-tasting tour so I could really enjoy the full experience and try all of the dishes and drinks to offer the best review possible.

The tour started off by meeting our guide at the Marché d’Aligre, which was quite impressive with the huge variety of different vendors from beautiful flowers to fresh French cheeses.

Our guide did a great job at selecting tastings based on what I’d told them I was most interested in, offering exclusive knowledge of the city along the way. I had a great time in Pletzl, which is the Jewish quarter that boasts an interesting background and tasty dishes.

We stopped by Hotel de Ville which not only is the residence of Paris’ mayor but also holds plenty of large events – we tried a delicious quiche Lorraine and crepes here!

I was able to enjoy plenty of other traditional French dishes with my family in a way that everyone was entertained and having a great time. It’s perfect for those who want to maximize their time and really want to learn a lot in a relatively short timeframe.

7. Montmartre Hill Sweet & Savory French Gourmet Food & Wine Tasting Tour

• Duration: 3 to 3.5 hours
• Departure: 5 Pl. Blanche, 75009 Paris
• Departure Time: 10:30, 11:30 AM, 2:30, 4:00 PM
• Includes:  Alcoholic beverages, food tasting such as macarons, cheeses and cured meats, local guide, small group tour

My entire life I’d heard so much about how the French eat, from friends and family to watching things related to French cuisine in cinema.

It seemed like some kind of mystery, and the typical touristy restaurants definitely don’t provide an authentic representation of French food. However, the Montmartre Hill Sweet & Savory French Gourmet Food & Wine Tasting Tour definitely does, taking you through 10 delicious food stops!

I’m a big history buff, and I truly enjoyed the way our guide managed to incorporate plenty of history lessons and fun facts throughout each stop we made.

I felt like it was a great balance between a traditional history tour and a dedicated food tour, with our guide clearly displaying their insider knowledge. I didn’t know all that much about Montmartre before the tour, but it was a blast getting to learn about its artistic and food scene!

We started out having a typically Parisian breakfast consisting of a little fresh coffee and a soft and warm croissant, while eating through an amazing boulangerie!

The vendors and owners were all so friendly, which made us feel that much more at home and open to learning about each location.

We also got to sample plenty of local treats ranging from cured meats and cheeses to sweet jams, handmade chocolates, and much more.

I feel like every food tour should combine sweet and savory, but you’d be surprised at how many don’t! As we strolled along and ate, we were given plenty of time to make stops at significant landmarks such as Moulin Rouge and the Sacre Coeur Basilica, along with the city’s only urban vineyard!

I couldn’t have asked for more with this Paris food tour, and I hope to do it again very soon!

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7 Best Food Tours in Paris in 2024

Want to go on a food walking tour in Paris but not sure which one to opt for? Then check out my list of the  best food tours in Paris  to help you choose one that suits your needs!

One of the best ways to fully immerse yourself in the culture and local life of a place you’re visiting is by tasting its local cuisine, and this fact still holds even in the world’s most beautiful city — I might be biased since I live in Paris but I truly believe it’s the most beautiful.

Besides just being beautiful, Paris also has a vibrant Food scene after all, French cuisine is one of the most famous in the world, and one of its foods was not enlisted on UNESCO for nothing — if you’re wondering what it is, it’s the baguette!

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Yes, you can taste some of the best foods in Paris on your own but to fully get some historical facts about them, how they became famous, or even how they came to France, the best way to do this is by joining one of the Paris food walking tours.

Having been on a number of food tours in Paris, I decided to put together this list of the best Paris food walking tours to save you time when doing research!

So read on to discover 7 of the best Paris culinary tours and regardless of what you’re interested in — be it pastries, traditional French food, or cheese and wine, you’ll find a tour that suits you!

My Top 3 Picks of The Best Paris Food Tours

Don’t have time to go through the entire article? Here are the 3 best Paris gourmet tours I recommend!

Montmartre Cheese, Wine & Pastry Guided Walking Tour (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

Discover the charming neighborhood of Montmartre on this food-walking tour ! You can expect;

• Tasting of various pastries and chocolate
• Tasting of wine, cheese, and Charcuterie
• A knowledgeable guide to learn more about French food while exploring Montmartre’s quaint streets

Food and Wine Tasting in Le Marais(⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

This food tour will take you to the bustling Le Marais district! You can expect;

• 11 different food tastings
• Tasting of wine, cheese, and pastries
• Small group with a maximum of 10 people

Chocolate & Patisserie Tour In Saint Germain Des Prés

If you have a sweet tooth, this is the best food tour for you! You can expect;

• Tasting of chocolates, macarons, and other pastries
• Learning about Saint Germain Des Prés through food
• A fun and knowledgeable guide

Best Food Tours in Paris

If you’re ready to eat your way through Paris, continue reading to discover the best food tours in Paris, why I recommend them, and who is most suited for which.

1. Montmartre Cheese, Wine & Pastry Guided Walking Tour

🌟 Rating: 4.8/5 ⏳ Tour Length: 3 hours ✅ Click here to check rates and availability

We start this list of the best Paris food tours in my favorite neighborhood of Montmartre which feels like a charming little village as you walk through it.

Popularized by some of the greatest French painters and singers like Degas, Renoir, Picasso, Dalida, Van Gogh, and many who used to hang out here during their time, this Parisian neighborhood looks like it hasn’t lost its artistic charm even years later.

While just walking through its quaint streets and admiring its popular landmarks is rewarding, you can make your visit even more interesting by joining this Montmartre food walking tour .

On this tour, you’ll taste some of the popular French pastries, cheese, homemade chocolate candies, and wine while learning about their history, intriguing facts, and everything you might want to know from a friendly and knowledgeable guide!

You’ll also see some of the famous Montmartre attractions along the way like Place du Tertre, a square where today’s artists showcase their paintings, the famous Moulin Rouge, Sacre Coeur, its windmills, and many other points of interest.

Guest Review: “ The tour was perfect. Not only did we get to sample excellent food but we also learned so much about the city. Nick was a great guide and filled us in on a lot of interesting history of Paris that we wouldn’t have known. I strongly recommend this tour. Just be prepared to do a lot of walking.” — Ruth. You can read more reviews here !

2. Montmartre Like a Local: Paris Food Tour

🌟 Rating: 4.6/5 ⏳ Tour Length: 3.5 hours ✅ Click here to check rates and availability

Now you may be wondering what the difference is between this Paris food tour and the one above since they’re both in Montmartre!

I’ve taken both tours at various times and they couldn’t be more different! The tour above is focused on “eating through famous places” while this one focuses on experiencing Montmartre like a local.

I took this tour and as someone who lives in Paris, I can definitely say that it’s like eating like a local!

You won’t go to places every tourist goes to and you won’t walk through the same famous Parisian streets you probably saw if you’ve visited Montmartre before!

If you’re all about discovering the off-the-beaten-path and truly eating like a local, I recommend booking this tour !

On my tour, we tasted some incredibly delicious pastries, cheese, bread, and charcuterie from a small local producer (all their products are organic), tasted organic wine, and ate some good food! Some were traditional French meals while others were realized by local chefs.

The tour guide was also very friendly so we had some great conversations with other people in the group, and since the tour only takes a maximum of 10 people, it will always be a small group so that no one feels left out.

3. Chocolate & Patisserie Walking Tour In Saint Germain des Prés

🌟 Rating: 4.7/5 ⏳ Tour Length: 3 hours ✅ Click here to check rates and availability

If you have a sweet tooth, you won’t want to miss this chocolate and pastry walking tour of Paris !

You’ll have 8 tastings including chocolates, macarons, and pastries from some of Paris’s best chocolatiers in the upscale neighborhood of Saint Germain des Prés.

Beyond enjoying these delicacies accompanied by a hot beverage (tea or chocolate), you’ll learn about the history of the neighborhood and visit some of Saint Germain des Prés’s popular attractions like Église Saint Germain des Prés, Église Saint-Sulpice, Café de Flore which is one of the cutest cafes in Paris, and more.

This is also one of the best Paris food tours for families regardless of whether you’re traveling with teenagers, young adults, or even grandparents! I mean who doesn’t love chocolate?

Guest Review: “Artur was exceptional! He knew all the great spots and he had a lot of knowledge about the surrounding areas and French culture. The chocolate, macaron and meringue tastings was superb! Really enjoyed ourselves!” — Nicole. You can read more reviews here !

4. Food and Wine Tasting Walking Tour in Le Marais

🌟 Rating: 4.8/5 ⏳ Tour Length: 3.5 hours ✅ Click here to check rates and availability

Le Marais is another neighborhood I really love! It has a vibrant nightlife, cocktail bars, affordable restaurants, museums, galleries, and everything in between and a food walking tour in this neighborhood will help you uncover everything that makes it charming and inviting.

You’ll start the tour by enjoying a croissant, then later taste macarons, French bread, and chocolates from one of the best chocolatiers in France, and also visit some family-run businesses.

As a neighborhood that has a long-standing history as a Jewish Quarter, you’ll also learn about the history of Jews in Le Marais and also visit the oldest covered market in Paris.

But what’s a Paris food tour without wine? At the end of your tour, you’ll enjoy 2 glasses of wine while also learning a little bit about French wine!

Guest Review: “My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. We had the opportunity to sample so many excellent, master crafted products and learn more about the traditions of French food and efforts to preserve the long held traditional ways of producing those products. Celine was excellent. She was very knowledgeable, professional and very willing to answer all of our questions. We feel very lucky to have had her as our guide through this tour. I highly recommend the tour as well as Celine. When traveling again, I will highly consider another GetYourGuide tour especially those operated by Devour.” — Dawn. You can read more reviews here !

5. Behind the Scenes Bakery Tour with Breakfast

🌟 Rating: 4.8/5 ⏳ Tour Length: 2 hours ✅ Click here to check rates and availability

If you’ve ever wondered how bakeries in Paris bring all the goodies you see in the glass displays to life, then you’ll love this behind-the-scenes bakery tour .

This tour will bring you face-to-face with a baker who will teach you all the ins and outs of making a perfect baguette from start to finish, including some facts about them you may not have known before. You might even get a chance to roll some croissants and make other pastries.

But before you get your hands dirty, you’ll be treated to a traditional French breakfast where you’ll enjoy a freshly made croissant and pain au chocolat.

The tour is fun and interactive and you not only go back home full, but you’ll also have a lot of baked goodies to take along.

If you’re a foodie or just love bread, this is one foodie tour in Paris you shouldn’t miss!

Guest Review: “Our tour guide, Igor, was amazing. He shared lots of history and information about the bakery while showing us how to bake lots of bread and cakes. We had so much to take home and share with friends. The bread was delicious as well as the pastry. My 8yo loved the tour. This was the best tour we’ve done in Paris- this is a highly recommended activity! Thank you!” — Karisha. You can read more reviews here !

6. Paris Ultimate Food Tour

🌟 Rating: 5/5 ⏳ Tour Length: 3.5 hours ✅ Click here to check rates and availability

We head back to Le Marais but this time you’ll be eating way more food than you can probably handle on this food tour .

You’ll have 11 tastings from 8 family-run restaurants including traditional French dishes, Jewish delicacies (after all, Le Marais is known as the Jewish Quarter), and more new inventions!

You’ll enjoy all this while your knowledgeable and fun guide shares some history about the foods and the food scene in Le Marais. And of course, you’ll also taste some French wine and cheese to wind your day.

The best part about this walking food tour in Paris is that it’s only restricted to 10 people to create a really personalized environment.

Guest Review: “We have been on a number of food tours before and the samples on this tour were of a very good size and lots of them. We learned lot from our guide Nobukhosi. She was pleasant, funny, and well spoken. We would definitely recommend this tour.” — Colin. You can read more reviews here !

7. Wine and Cheese Lunch Tour

🌟 Rating: 4.9/5 ⏳ Tour Length: 1.5 hours ✅ Click here to check rates and availability

There is no doubt this is one of the best food and wine tours in Paris! As you might already know, Paris and France in general are big on wine and cheese and this cheese and wine tour truly brings it out.

With 5 different wines from 5 different regions to taste and perfectly paired cheese, your afternoon in Paris will be spent in the best way possible.

You’ll also learn how to taste wine like an expert from a sommelier, which wine pairs well with which food, and how to recognize good quality wine when you go wine shopping.

The tasting is located in a beautiful stonewalled room near the Louvre, so you can make it your next stop after admiring the stunning artwork in the Louvre.

Guest Review: “An excellent tour that was both educational and delicious! Getting to try the 5 wines and complimenting cheeses was great and also the extra tips from our sommelier were really helpful. It was a good mix of sparkling, white, red and even a dessert wine with a range of very tasty cheeses. A massive thank you to our guide Lily who was very entertaining and went over and above with her knowledge and guidance on wine and cheese pairings! Highly recommended!” — Katie. You can read more reviews here !

Final Thoughts on The Best Paris Food Walking Tours

Visiting various museums in Paris and its famous landmarks can be tiring! As interesting as they are, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, so if you want to do something fun and different, be sure to try out one of these culinary tours of Paris.

Yes, I know there are so many food tours in Paris, but as someone who has done a number of them, you can trust that these are the ultimate best!

You’ll have engaging and knowledgeable tour guides who are foodies like yourself and above all, you’ll taste some of the best foods in Paris !

So whether you’re looking for a Paris romantic activity or are traveling solo, you can be sure that you’ll love these best Paris food tours.

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11 Best Food Tours In Paris

By: Author Christine Rogador

Posted on Published: September 20, 2023  - Last updated: September 26, 2023

Are you a foodie in search of the top culinary tours in Paris? You’ve come to the right place! Paris is well-known for its romantic ambiance, renowned landmarks , and, of course, delicious gastronomy.

While visiting the Eiffel Tower , Louvre Museum , and Seine River Cruise is essential, no trip to Paris is complete without sampling the city’s rich culinary heritage.

What greater opportunity to do so than with a culinary tour? In this post, we’ll bring you on a gourmet excursion through the center of Paris, introducing you to some of the best food tours that will stimulate your palate and leave you with unforgettable memories.

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11 Best Food Tours in Paris

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Meeting Place: 5 Place Blanche, 75009 Paris, France

Price: $116.53 per person

Set off on a guided pastry walking tour of Paris, stopping at eight different locations to sample delectable French food. In Montmartre, enjoy panoramic views while sampling fresh cheeses, charcuterie, as well as chocolate coupled with French wine.

Discover the magnificent windmills and one-of-a-kind vines that make Montmartre not just a Parisian cliché. Wander around the surreal environment, which is home to artists from all over the world.

Discover why Toulouse-Lautrec, Edith Piaf, and other artists have spent years creating songs and paintings about it. Join this delectable culinary trip to uncover the hidden secrets of Montmartre, skillfully escorted by a local foodie tour guide.

Explore the cobblestoned alleyways, café patios, and private houses, and be impressed by the local food artisans’ enthusiasm and the quality of their goods.

Beginning at Le Moulin Rouge to Le Sacré Coeur, only the greatest places and cuisine establishments contribute to Montmartre’s international renown.

Day Tour Highlights:

• Enjoy the greatest sweet and savory pairings with wonderful wine.
• From the Sacré Coeur, enjoy the most beautiful views in Paris.
• Follow your culinary guide on a one-of-a-kind walking tour through the heart of Montmartre.

Inclusions:

• 3 different types of French pastries
• Homemade chocolate candies
• Cheese/wine at selected stops

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Meeting Place: 111 Rue de Turenne, 75003 Paris, France

Price: $145.15 per person

Begin your trip with a real classic: a flaky butter croissant baked fresh by one of the city’s favorite bakeries. You’ll also get to try some handcrafted sourdough bread and learn more about the family that manages this local staple.

Of course, macarons ought to be at the top of any visit to France’s menu. Your next stop will be to a professional chocolatier for some delectable goodies to start off the trip.  As a Meilleur Ouvrier de France, you can be confident that they are some of the top-quality chocolates in the area.

Then, in a local food market, it’s time for a less well-known but equally excellent snack: chickpea pancakes. Following that, you’ll be led on a short historical tour of Paris’ Jewish district. Learn more about Paris’ Jewish past as you visit a century-old boutique brimming with regional delights.

Enjoy some one-of-a-kind pastries in a family-run bakery, then learn how the French shop for food while sampling a delectable array of cheeses and cured meats.

• Savor 11 cuisine samples and 2 beverages at 8 restaurants.
• Visit Paris’s oldest covered market.
• Discover the heart of Paris’s historic Jewish district.
• English-speaking local guide
• Walking tour with a guide
• 11 cuisine sampling and 2 half glasses of wine at 8 family-owned enterprises

Meeting Place: Rue Saint-Antoine, 75004 Paris, France

Price: $115.93 per person

Join your helpful guide in the heart of Le Marais, near the Temple metro station. Travel through the charming alleyways of this ancient quarter, stopping at one of Paris’s oldest marketplaces.

Enjoy the pleasant ambiance of this lively community center, as well as the variety of sights and smells.

Continue the journey by visiting a variety of well-chosen grocery stores and traditional eateries. Delight your taste buds with a range of French specialties and entrees coupled with great wine at each location.

You’ll also get a personal look at Parisian culture as you mix with the locals. The journey concludes at the famed Rue de Rivoli, one of the city’s principal thoroughfares.

• Explore the vibrant booths of one of the city’s oldest marketplaces.
• Discover the local eating culture and the most recent gourmet trends.
• At carefully selected restaurants, sample a variety of French meals and specialties.
• Food tastings

Meeting Place: 3 Pl. Saint-Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris, France

Price: $120.96 per person

Begin your walking tour in the 6th arrondissement with a morning leave at 10:45 AM or an afternoon departure at 4:00 PM right in front of the Church of Saint Germain des Prés.

Visit three separate sweet shops, entering each one for a sample while listening to the success story of a local artisan and interacting with the vendor if desired.

Discover a hidden courtyard where the restaurant narrative began, and where many notable French historical figures went through.

Pass by prominent monuments such as the Saint Germain des Prés cathedral, the Café de Flore, the Saint Sulpice church, the Jardin du Luxembourg, as well as the Fontaine Médicis.

• Savor the best of Parisian cuisine while touring the city’s oldest neighborhood in the center of the City of Lights.
• Walk through the small alleyways of Saint Germain des Prés with a local guide.
• Learn about the accomplishments of the local master craftspeople.
• Wine tasting

Meeting Place: 40 Rue de Bretagne, 75003 Paris, France

Price: $127.62 per person

A genuine and tasty French culinary tour will wow your taste buds. Feast your eyes on the Marais neighborhood’s charming cafés, excellent art galleries, high-end stores, and charming architecture.

Discover the pleasant ambiance of a traditional market by venturing far off the usual path of this well-known region. Explore fresh produce and other gastronomic treasures hidden in tight and vibrant alleyways.

Fresh French cheeses are served on a crispy baguette with wine. Taste-cured hams, charcuterie, substantial pastries, delectable chocolates, and a variety of other sweet and savory treats. Discover fascinating anecdotes and fascinating facts about French culinary art.

• Enjoy the greatest Parisian sweets from Marais producers.
• Visit one of Paris’s most lovely neighborhoods.
• An experienced guide will give you the lowdown on French culinary culture.
• The tour guide
• Wine and cheese tasting
• Pastries made from scratch
• 8 to 10 stops for food sampling

Meeting Place: 40 Av. Junot, 75018 Paris, France

Price: $131.83 per person

You’ll start with a trip to a true French institution: the boulangerie. This particular one has been serving the community for centuries.

As you inhale the aroma of freshly baked products, you’ll learn about the traditional – humble yet delightful – French breakfast and sample one of their delectable sweets.

A few steps down the road will lead you to one of the top delis in the area. They focus on the greatest quality goods from small, independent farmers and are run by two enthusiastic ladies who founded the business during the epidemic.

Learn what to look for when picking veggies, and of course, some delectable cheeseboard options await.

• 10 meal sampling and 2 beverages at 7 family-run restaurants
• Experience a side of Montmartre that few people are aware of.
• Try charcuterie, fresh pastries, local beer, and other treats.
• Food Tasting
• Beverage Tasting

Meeting Place: 75011 Paris, France

Price: $279.66 per person

In this private culinary walking tour of Les Marais, you’ll discover the joys of French cuisine. Explore this fashionable neighborhood with a tour and sample a range of local cuisines.

Learn about the most traditional tastes and delicacies of French cuisine. Enjoy refined gourmet cuisine as well as traditional Parisian crepes. Taste a dish of the finest local ‘charcuterie’ and cheeses, complimented by wines and regional brews.

Experience the most beautiful and iconic markets and restaurants in the original and fashionable Les Marais neighborhood with your local culinary guide. Eat a crepe while sitting on Place des Vosges to get a feel for the Parisian way of life.

• Try at least ten different foods.
• Try some French wines and beers.
• Enjoy authentic Parisian crepes.
• Local expert
• Stops at four businesses
• 4 alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages
• 1 savory crepe

Meeting Place: 82 Boulevard de Clichy, 75018 Paris, France

Price: $105.42 per person

On a culinary walking tour, join your guide as you discover the lovely streets of Paris . Taste some of the city’s gastronomic pleasures, such as cheese, pâté, pastries, and wine, at a selection of old diners, modern cafés, and fashionable restaurants.

Mix with the locals to get a flavor of Parisian life and learn about the city’s history and gastronomic culture.

• Take a walking tour of downtown Paris.
• Explore the city from a different angle.
• Visit ancient restaurants, contemporary cafés, and trendy restaurants.
• At least 5 meal stops are required.
• Water, wine, beer, or soft drinks.

Meeting Place: 22 Rue des Abbesses, 75018 Paris, France

Price: $127.53 per person

The first destination is artisanal, where you will view and sample some of the city’s greatest chocolates and macarons. Enjoy a freshly cooked crêpe while learning the distinction between crêpe and galette.

Stop into a boulangerie to learn about and try traditional French bread. You’ll enjoy Fromages from the area’s greatest cheese business. Visit a local butcher to sample the finest cured sausages and hams.

Finally, in a hidden location, you’ll feast on all of the food we’ve purchased along the way, accompanied by the ideal wine pairing. As with all excursions, there comes the delectable Secret Dish.

• Local Information
• Food is included.
• Best French cheeses
• Fresh Pastries
• Authentic Macarons
• Cured Meats
• Freshly Baked Breads

Price: $205.31 per person

Your dedicated local guide will introduce you to the greatest French dishes on offer in this beautiful location during this exclusive 3-hour culinary tour.

Start off on your Le Marias tour after joining your guide at an appropriate time. Discover the hidden gems of little stores and lose yourself inside the Marché des Enfants Rouges, Paris’s oldest indoor market created in 1605.

Then, explore the historic neighborhood of Le Marais and its delightful small streets. As you walk, take in the window displays of cupcakes, pastrami, and others.

Visit local artists who continue to operate in traditional methods and make 8-10 visits to some of Paris’ most delightful businesses.

• Enjoy Parisian cuisine from Le Marais suppliers.
• Visit one of Paris’s most lovely neighborhoods and dine at the best restaurants.
• Chocolate sampling

Meeting Place: 1 Place Colette, 75001 Paris, France

Taste the renowned baguette “Jambon Beurre,” among the French people’s favorite “on-the-go” lunches, a ham sandwich composed of fresh UNESCO-listed baguette cut open, covered with salty butter, as well as filled with exquisite ham slices.

The next stop is going to be one of France’s most recognized French pastry chefs and chocolatiers, in which you’ll have the opportunity to sample the fabulous Macarons, by the Italian chef of Queen Catherine de Medici.

Understand the “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” title, a unique plus prestigious award given each four-year period to the best French artisans.

• Discover traditional Parisian locations and delight in local specialties.
• Discover some of the greatest French cuisine from award-winning restaurants.
• Taste over ten well-picked foods and wines.
• 10+ samples at 5 businesses in Paris’s 1st district
• Brioche and traditional French pastries
• Chocolates and macarons that have won awards

Hi, I’m Christine – a full-time traveler and career woman. Although I’m from the Philippines, my location independent career took me to over 40 countries and lived in 4 continents in the last 10 years, including France. A self-proclaimed Francophile, I love everything France.

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Our food tours in Paris take you to the city’s most iconic restaurants and cafes where you’ll sample some of the best food in France. Experience the world-famous cuisine and culture as Parisians do, led by a fun local guide who will show you the most delicious hidden gems in a city full of history and flavor.  You will experience firsthand the culture and history while enjoying incredible foods.  Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Paris or a seasoned traveler, we offer several unique tours, including Montmartre and Le Marais Food & Wine Tours, to experience the city’s culinary delights. Book your Paris food tour today to embark on a culinary adventure.

Learn about Paris' culinary, artistic and cultural history with award-winning food and breathtaking views.

A day out in Le Marais filled with mouth watering food from Paris's Jewish Quarter, from one of the city's oldest markets to world-renowned modern eateries.

Unravel the storied history that lies at Paris' core as you taste the very best of French gastronomy

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Our private food tours in Paris will take you off the beaten path and immerse you in local history and culture. A friendly guide will take you to beloved local haunts where you’ll enjoy mouth-watering food tastings set up especially for your group.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What food is paris famous for.

There are so many favorites to choose from, but there are three foods that stand out: pastries like croissants and macarons, steak tartare, and the croque monsieur. Each are delicious, must-have treats when visiting Paris.

Do the tours accommodate vegetarian or gluten-free diets?

All of our food tours are vegetarian friendly. However, it may not always be possible to serve vegan, gluten-free, or kosher foods at many tour stops. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions upon booking so we can try to accommodate your needs.

What’s included in the price of the food tour?

All food and drinks are included in the price you pay for the tour. Some tours may have the option to upgrade to a more luxurious drink package.

Do you tip in Paris?

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I’m traveling alone. Do you offer single tickets or just group sales?

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Small group tours can be cancelled and refunded up to 24 hours before tour departure. See our complete cancellation policy here.

Is a food tour in Paris worth it?

Absolutely! There’s no better way to experience the beautiful city of Paris and its culture than a food tour with a local guide.

Customer Reviews

Lulu was great! She was very informative, gave us good history regarding the stomping grounds of Julia Child. We walked through beautiful neighborhoods and ate at various places which all had great food (crepes, Perisian sandwiches, chocolate, eclaires, quiche, patisserie, wine and cheese). This was a decent amount of walking but not too much. At the end of the tour, including a walk to the Metro, including a quick stop to the Louvre, we were only at 10K steps.

We thought Benoit was an amazing guide on this twilight walking food through Le Marais. Engaging and interesting conversation throughout the tour. Great choices for stops, history and food. We would highly recommend this tour and Benoit. We were a family of four with two teenagers and they loved Benoit and for the tour that they made exciting.

The BEST adventure through Montmartre BOOK THIS TOUR!!!! Our guide was absolutely FANTASTIC. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and you could tell he has a passion and love for food and the city. He has the best personality and we enjoyed every minute of the tour and learning about the food and history of Montmartre. We had the very best food and wine. We tried escargot for the first time and it was incredible. We had a fantastic group and the most memorable experience.

We were a family group of 12 ranging from 21 to 77 years and this absolutely suitable for everyone! Silvana was phenomenal in her knowledge of the area and her sense of humor was on point. The food and the wine were outstanding - our collective favorite was the pita at Miznon. We thought the food selection was well balanced - we loved that Silvana shared the French influence that has been incorporated in this amazing Jewish district. Absolutely would do this tour again!

We enjoyed Ben and all the food! He bent over backwards to accommodate our luggage so we wouldn’t miss the tour! There was plenty of food so come hungry! One of the best vegetarian pita sandwiches we ever had. Yes they accommodate vegetarians! I’m really hooked on food and wine tours now!

Tris was amazing! He was so knowledgeable on everything French cuisine! He taught us so much about French food and how to choose the best! The food was also amazing! So much great food and so much great wine! I really wish we did this on our first day in Paris and not our last so that we could have eaten at some of the place Tris told us about!

We had a terrific tour with Chef Tris in Momartre! He was so much fun and full of great knowledge. The food was terrific and the day ended with an unbelievably great pastry called a choupette. Wow! Highly recommend this tour if you are in Paris. Yum yum!!

Claire is an amazing guide! We loved hearing about all the Paris history and the history specifically of Le Marais. She also shared interesting anecdotes about local businesses. And stopped at 2 secret gardens we would have never discovered in our own. The food stops were so delicious! The kouginettes from Maison George Larnicol were perfection. We finished with an amazing selection of cheeses and Pinot Noir at a quintessential Paris spot. The tour was a great way to explore Le Marais, meet some new people and enjoy great food and drinks

My husband and I loved the food tour of Montmartre. We learned so much about French cuisine while we were eating our weight in delicious French food! We had escargot, beef bourguignon, cheese and fruit, macrons, and of course some lovely wine. We can recommend this tour enough! Our guide was so knowledgeable and such a fun character. Definitely take this tour if you're in Paris!

The tour was amazing! Camila was a fantastic tour guide very informative and friendly. We learned so much about the history of Paris Le Marais is filled which such a rich fascinating history and a cool present filled with delicious classic and unusual food, desserts, and drinks.

Chef Tris and Chef Karl provided a most memorable experience with their charisma, knowledge and storytelling. We did exactly what the tour described with walking in Julia Child’s footsteps on an average day in Paris. We started with a delectable crepe that could be either sweet or savory next door to the creperie that Julia regularly visited (sadly now closed). Then we ate Eclairs, shared jambon beurre baguettes, pain aux raisins, sampled various cheeses with a lovely glass of wine that was Julia’s favorite at her favorite restaurant just right around the corner from her Parisian home. Intermixed with the food was sightseeing and walking through the Latin Quarter and Saint Germain neighborhoods. All in all, our group had a tremendous time and would recommend to anyone even if you aren’t familiar with Julia Child.

We went on the Eating Europe Food Tour of Montemartre. We had a blast! It was the best!!! We learned so much -- We ate & drank so much!!! It was an amazing afternoon we had! We are so grateful!!!

I don’t normally write reviews. But this Montmartre food tour was hands down one of the very best things we did in Paris. Our host, Tris, was absolutely awesome - knowledgeable, funny, personable and very instructive on food, sourcing high-quality foods and wines, and giving us great insider-tips on local restaurants and specialty shops. This is not a typical food tour where they speed-walk you around town to sample tiny morsels. We learned about Parisian history and food culture and visited several shops, all culminating in a long, relaxed and thoroughly enjoyable (and delicious) lunch with multiple courses and many different wines. All throughout, Tris was simply amazing. This truly is a must-do tour. My daughters (16 and 19) are still talking about it.

Claire was a great tour guide! She gave my sister and I a one of a kind experience in France. We learned all about history, culture, and traditional food of the area. Would highly recommend to anyone traveling to the area!

Camile was a delight to have as a food tour guide in the Marais district. Her knowledge of the area and it’s history were awesome, making the afternoon a delight. Camile gave us recommendations for cafes, Boulangeries, places to tempt our tastebuds and hidden areas to relax for the rest of our stay. We highly recommend her as a guide. Thanks Camile.

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A Paris food tour is the perfect experience for those who love the idea of tasting the best of Paris, but are also curious about the daily life of Parisians! We’ll share classic French gourmet foods while leading your exploration of the vibrant neighbourhoods in Paris! With glistening fruit tarts down one cobbled street and artisanal cheeses down another, Paris presents a particularly drool-worthy panorama!

By joining us on our unique walking food tours in Paris, you’ll have the opportunity to experience our passion for the local food scene and enjoy local dishes and wine . You’ll also discover why food is a “way of life” here in Paris. As you enjoy authentic local bites ranging from savory to sweet (plus some wine!), you’ll discover the city and many of its hidden corners.

Our local Paris food tour guides have their favorite spots that they are inspired to share, with stories that bring the history and culture of Paris and its cuisine to life.

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Coming to Paris? We’d love to welcome you on one of our Paris by Mouth food tours.

We offer small-group neighborhood tours led by food & wine experts, delivering some of the best French food you’ve ever tasted in about three hours. In addition to these neighborhood tours, we also offer the French Cheese Explosion and the French Wine Discovery.

We’ve been rated the #1 Paris food tour on TripAdvisor for more than a decade. Our experiences are designed for adults, and they sell out quickly in high-season.

Scroll down for our calendar of availability and for more detail about our tours.

UPCOMING PARIS BY MOUTH FOOD TOURS

Check our calendar below to see what’s available on your desired dates, and book online with instant confirmation. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, send us an email. We’re often fully booked in high season (May-October), but you can email us to join the waiting list for specific days or tours.

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Questions? Send an email to [email protected]

ABOUT PARIS BY MOUTH FOOD TOURS

We offer five different neighborhood food tours, plus the French Cheese Explosion and the French Wine Discovery. Here are some key points at a glance, but you can click the links to learn more.

NEIGHBORHOOD FOOD TOURS

You can read more about our five different neighborhood food tours by clicking the following options ( East Saint-Germain , West Saint-Germain , North Marais , South Marais and the Left Bank ), but here’s the bottom line: all our neighborhood tours all focus on the “trinity of the French table” – copious cheese, bread and wine – and then we add in extra stops that vary depending on your cravings, the guide’s expertise, what’s open that day. It could be chocolate, it could be charcuterie, it could be pastry, or something else. It’s sure to be delicious.

We visit around 5 exceptional shops and finish with a blowout tasting that could double as a meal for most people. If there’s something you really want to taste or avoid, send us an email and we can suggest the best route for you. Most people choose a tour based on what fits best into their schedule (check that calendar above), which neighborhood they want to explore, and what isn’t already sold out. If you are a vegetarian, we recommend the Left Bank, East Saint-Germain and South Marais tours, which do not include any meat.

• Our group tours are  small  (8 people max) and led by  English -speaking experts.
• Small group tours are priced at  130€  per person, including generous food & wine tastings. We don’t offer discounts for children or non-drinkers.
• These neighborhood tours last around 3 hours. We are in and out of shops during the first half of the tour. During the second half, we are seated cozily inside a wine shop for a seated educational tasting of all we’ve collected.
• Because we spend so much time inside of shops, our tours are a great activity for cold or wet days in Paris. Still, we encourage you to dress appropriately for the weather and to bring an umbrella.
• We do offer private tours, but these sell out quickly in high season. If you don’t see a private tour option on our calendar, please email us at [email protected] and let us know your preferred tour, available dates, and group size. We’ll respond right away with more information.
• Because our tours are heavy on information, complex flavors and wine, they’re not always a hit with kids. For this reason, we don’t allow children younger than 10 years old on our small group tours. Send us an email at  [email protected]  if you have questions – we may be able to host you privately. 
• We can navigate most food allergies, but if you are lactose or gluten intolerant or have another severe allergy, please reach out to us at  [email protected]  and let us know the nature of your allergy. We can not guarantee against cross contamination in our shops but we are able to avoid most ingredients. We can easily accommodate guests who are avoiding meat and alcohol. We don’t recommend our tours for vegans.
• Our tastings for the Left Bank tour, the South Marais tour, the West Saint-Germain tour and the French Cheese Explosion take place in beautiful spaces that are only accessible by one flight of stairs. If you’d prefer to avoid any stairs, we recommend joining our East Saint-Germain or North Marais food tours. Please email us with any mobility concerns at [email protected]  and we will be happy to point you in the right direction. 

FRENCH CHEESE EXPLOSION

The French Cheese Explosion is for fromage fanatics, and includes a visit to a cheese shop followed by a seated tasting and deep dive discussion of around 10 different cheeses, representing a wide variety of French regions and cheesemaking styles. Wine and bread will accompany our selection. Cheese is included on all our tours, but the French Cheese Explosion presents double the amount of cheese and three times the amount of cheese-geeky explanation.  The French Cheese Explosion is three hours long and priced at 130€ .

FRENCH WINE DISCOVERY

The French Wine Discovery is our newest offering. It’s designed to give you a fun overview of French wine regions, to help you understand your own preferences, and to set you up for success in navigating a restaurant wine list. We host this experience on Mondays as a happy hour tasting from 5-7pm with a reduced price of 95€ . You’ll taste and learn about five very different wines from a certified expert. We’ll offer a few apéritif nibbles, but this is designed to be a pre-dinner tasting with a focus on wine.

RAVE REVIEWS FOR OUR FOOD TOURS

Our tours are rated the #1 Paris food activity on  TripAdvisor  with more than 3,350 five-star reviews. We’ve been celebrated by the  New York Times ,  the Washington Post ,  Rick Steves ,  Ruth Reichl ,  Dorie Greenspan  and  Travel & Leisure . Even so, more than half our bookings are repeat visitors and referrals from happy friends.

Purchase a gift certificate for a Paris by Mouth tour and share the most delicious food that Paris has to offer. We can make a gift certificate in any amount, and your recipient can use their gift card code – like a promotional code – to  book a tour  whenever they are in Paris. Learn more and  purchase your gift card here.

Questions?  Send an email to [email protected]

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

A 100% refund is available for those who cancel with at least 48 hours advance notice. No refunds will be given for clients who cancel with less than 48 hours notice, or arrive more than 20 minutes late without calling, or don’t show up at all (no-shows). Our tours run rain or shine.

Clients who are booking tours within 24 hours of their arrival in Paris should be aware that we do not offer refunds in the case of delayed flights (because this is such a common occurrence).

24 thoughts on “paris by mouth food tours”

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIPADVISOR in March 2024:

Jay M Awesome food tour of the Marais! Faye took us on a delicious stroll through the Marais, stopping at a top notch Boulangerie, a world class chocolatier, an artisanal cheese shop, a charcuterie shop, and then to a table in a market to enjoy the spoils of the shop visits. The best part of the tour was how well Faye knew the subject matter at each shop and the fact that her knowledge went as deep as any of the questions we could ask. An absolutely wonderful few hours of a food tour in the amazing city of Paris.

lizab201992 Wonderful food and amazing guide! Stephen gave us a wonderful tour in Le Marais! We enjoyed everything we ate. Not only did we learn about the food, but Stephen gave us information about the city and buildings in the area. He is extremely knowledgeable! We highly recommend this tour and Stephen as a guide!

Margaret Definitely a tour to try! I went on the Taste of East Saint-Germain tour. Our host, Neil, was great! He was very relaxed and friendly, and extremely knowledgeable about the stores we visited and the food and wines that we tasted. I particularly enjoyed the delicious and interesting cheeses Neil selected for us to try.

grmn4 St Germaine tour Did the St Germaine tour with Marion who was fantastic! So fun and knowledgeable about cheese, wine- highly recommend!

Michael B A “do not miss” opportunity So interesting and so delicious! What makes the best croissant? How are a baguette tradition and a baguette blanche different? Do some bries really taste of celery? Our guide, Aurélien, was professional, kind, entertaining and certainly knowledgeable. One of my favorite experiences in Paris!

Ann F Best thing to do in Paris! Carefully tailored, intimate and interesting! Our guide, Aurélien, was professional, kind, entertaining and certainly knowledgeable!! Probably our favorite experience in Paris!

Chuck S Could not have been better – a great food tour! My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our Left Bank food walking tour with Isabelle on a Saturday in March. To say that Isabelle is delightful and an excellent teacher would be a huge understatement. We learned a lot about baguettes, croissants, cheeses (800 +/- in France), chocolates, and, of course, a bit about wine. Highly, highly recommended.

Bobbie R Delicious and fascinating tour! We took the South Marais tour, and had an excellent experience! Victorine did an amazing job of combining delicious food and wine with fascinating history of the neighborhood. We learned so much, and enjoyed so many tasty things! I will definitely include a Paris by Mouth tour on my next trip to Paris!

Blair V Best experience ever Stephen-thank you so much for what was truly an amazing experience. You were a fantastic guide and companion, extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. The tour was definitely a highlight of our time in Paris and a memory we’ll have for a lifetime!

Ryan W Tour of West St Germain Our tour of West St Germain with Isabelle was so amazing! Isabelle was so knowledgeable, informative, enthusiastic and funny. The tour was the perfect amount of walking around + leisure time to try all of the different foods and wines. I love that it is a small group and you don’t feel overwhelmed. Highly recommend!

REZPDX Excellent experience!! Our tour of East St Germain with Neil was excellent! Our guide was articulate, informative, personable, and enthusiastic. The tour was extremely well organized and covered a lot of ground; it also felt leisurely at the same time. Well done!!

Nancy L Delicious Cheese Explosion! Fabulous afternoon with Jennifer experiencing the Paris by Mouth Cheese Explosion tour! We learned so much about cheese and why certain cheeses taste the way that they do. Jennifer was very knowledgeable and able to answer all of our questions. The wine pairing with the cheeses was excellent! And best of all, the whole experience was fun!

Matt Bread, Cheese, Wine and Chocolate Great tour by Faye in North Marais! We learned a lot about the basic French staples: bread, cheese, wine and chocolate. Faye was an excellent guide with a lot of knowledge and very friendly. We enjoyed all the history of the types of shops and about the regulations and awards that owners have.

The food was amazing. We tried some baked goods that were amazing. Then went to the deli and cheese shop to pick up food to bring to the wine cave. There we ate multiple types of cheeses and sliced meets paired with great wine. Afterwards we went to a chocolatier that had some of the best carmels and chocolate ganaches that I’ve ever had.

This is one of our favorite things we’ve done on our week to Paris. I highly recommend it to anyone that likes food!

TravelNut2020 Walking Marais Our tour guide, Victorine, was the best! She was so thoughtful and full of so much information. She clearly, loves her job. She treated us to some tasty treats right from the start.

Pastry (check) Bread (check) Cheese (check) Wine (check) Cultural Insights (check) Anytime Q&A (check)

Victorine took the time to explain lots of wonderful insights into the area we explored. Don’t hesitate, just book the tour and let Visterine do her thing! Wonderful experience. It was a great day 1 activity!

Kathleen B Paris by mouth tour is wonderful We had an amazing time! Marion is so much fun and very knowledgeable! We had all kinds of delicious food and wine! I recommend this tour to everyone!

Ellen G Have a great afternoon in the Left Bank Another winning tour with Paris by Mouth! My daughter and I took the tour of the Left Bank. I love the way they organize things – we started in a few stores, nibbling as we went. But the major event was collecting cheese and bread and rendezvousing in a wine shop to have a more curated tasting experience. Our guide Aurelian was quite knowledgeable and fun. We learned a ton about the neighborhood and the different cheese producing regions. Highly recommend this experience!

Sally D Let Faye show you the way!! Faye offered a fantastic tour! She shared her knowledge with humor and created an enjoyable time. The shops visited were quite tasty and provided a great experience!! In spite of previous trips to Paris, I learned new things and had a great time!!

Alex Great tour of Le Marais Loved this. Very knowledgeable and informative guide who was just happy to share his knowledge with us. Thanks, Neil. Really appreciated all your cheese knowledge and seeing the Marais.

Lisa P Highly recommend! Delicious food and wonderful guide – great combo!! Fabulous West St Germain tour with Marion. She was so knowledgeable about everything we tasted – and there was plenty – cheese, chocolate, charcuterie, baguette, pastry and wine! She was fun and we learned so much!

LitProf Fabulous culinary experience! I cannot overstate how wonderful the food tour of the North Marais was! Mathieu, our guide, a former restaurateur, current food “influencer” (he hates the term, though!) and resident of Paris for more than 30 years, was incredibly knowledgeable, personable, funny, and charming. Our group of 8 (the biggest they do) enjoyed award-winning baguettes de tradition and croissants, plus chouquettes (a new delight for me!) from a boulangerie; award-winning quiche Loraine (so much better than the American versions!) and pate croute canard from a charcuterie; six different amazing cheeses from a fromagerie; two different wines from a wine shop (where we also sat and ate the cheeses and the pate croute with the wines); and, for dessert, two different chocolates, a pate de fruits (jellied fruit candy), and a fruit caramel from an exquisite chocolatier. We basically went from breakfast to lunch — I can’t speak for everyone else, but I was full by the end and did not need lunch afterwards, but was fueled for my afternoon at the Carnavelet Museum nearby. Along the way, Mathieu explained the histories of all the food (so many had delightful stories!), details about their preparation and what qualifies them or their makers to have the names they have, what qualities an excellent version of each item should have, and also history about the neighborhood, its geography, its buildings, its cultural and political history, and its people. He also talked about food and restaurant culture in Paris at the moment, and other things of interest or note. And our group was a very friendly bunch of food lovers — it’s nice to be “on the same page” with a disparate group of people and especially to have some company over food when one is traveling solo (as I and another group member were). All of this for a very reasonable price, given all that’s included. My only complaint is that it had to end! And bonus: you get a free one-year subscription to their newsletter, which I used for recommendations of where to eat at other times on my trip. The two recommended places I went to were *terrific*! If I visit Paris again, I’ll do another of their tours! Paris by Mouth knows what they are doing!

Linda O Highly recommended!!! We HIGHLY recommend Paris by Mouth tours. Our guide Marion was excellent! Her knowledge was impressive and she enthusiastically shared it with us. The quality of the food at the places she took us was exceptional. Soooooo mouthwatering. We were really full after the tour; the portions were generous. Very good value. We went back to the chocolate shop she brought us to and bought gifts to bring home. The chocolates are gorgeous AND absolutely delicious. Wish we’d bought more. We also went back to the cheese monger and bought a terrific cheese that Marion introduced us to. This was our second tour – our previous one of the Marais was a few years ago – also fantastic. We can’t wait to go on another tour or two when we are next in Paris. I’ve recommended Paris by Mouth to several friends and they all loved it. Merci beaucoup Marion et à la prochaine!!!

Sarahtravels17 Amazing tour of the South Marais We did the South Marais tour with Victorine and had an absolute blast. We ate the most delicious croissants, baguettes, pastries, chocolates, cheese, and wine. Victorine was full of knowledge. I’ve done food tours in several other cities, and this was one of the best!

Jennifer Z February Food Tour We had a GREAT tour with Christina. She was very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed our time. This was my second tour with Paris by the Mounth. I would highly recommend it.

TEBlue Absolutely phenomenal! Incredible experience on the South Marais tour with Faye, we loved every moment of our time together! Her in-depth knowledge, sense of humor and insight made every moment memorable. We ate so well, learned so much, and cannot wait to return and experience another Paris by Mouth experience.

MountainMama304 A great time and learned so much! We have taken food tours in cities all around the world and this is one of the best ever. Aurelin was fantastic: friendly, approachable, extensive informative, and happy. He worked hard to make sure we were having a great time. We had delicious food, wine, and great conversation, and left with a deeper understanding Parisian culture and life. Highly recommend!

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIPADVISOR in February 2024:

Sightseer14097155070 Amazing food tour in the Marais! We LOVED our tour with Mattieu today- we ended up being just the 3 of us/ my husband and our 15 year old daughter and it was so much fun! Learned a lot- the cheese and wine and chocolate are all exceptional! Matthieu is a friendly and fun guide to show you around the Marias with a viewpoint of both a local and historian. Would highly recommend! A+++! Mary, Chris and Amelia

Caroline R Just the best. What an awesome experience! Our family of four (kids ages 13 & almost 9) had a private tour through St. Germain with Neil. He was incredibly knowledgeable and also incredibly personable- easy way to spend the morning. The foods we experienced (cheese, charcuterie, pastry, bakery and ridiculous chocolate) were unreal! The whole experience was just so special. I can’t say enough good things… just book the tour, you won’t regret it!

Mahitha V Food tour Left bank wine and cheese. What a fantastic and memorable trip! What an experience! Tour was so beautifully curated. It was my first solo trip. I had taken the Left bank wine and cheese tour. Our guide Ms. Isabelle was amazing! With her wealth of knowledge and passion so infectious, we all had a great time. After the trip, Isabelle sent out an email detailing the tour, places we visited, food and wine we had. The email is such a thoughtful service as i had forgotten all the names and the explanation Isabelle had previously given. Special shout out to my group of such wonderful people that made the tour even more memorable. I would highly recommend Paris by mouth and will definitely do the tour again and explore new ones from the team.

Rachel B Intimate French Food Experience Such a special experience. An intimate tour really exploring small shops with all their amazing food history. Our tour guide Stephanie was super informed about food and wine culture making this a truly special unique experience. We were able to have a wine my husband had read about during our tasting back at the wine shop. Stephanie also helped us find some restaurants based on our asks. Others on the tour were also way into food making this a fun group experience. It was such a fine afternoon going to the stores and gathering lots of treats then ending at the top of a wine store to relax and enjoy it all. Definitely a highlight of our time in Paris. Highly recommend.

Glenn K Fun and informative tour. Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Would do it again. The tour was a lot of fun and informative. Our guide, Neil, did a great job explaining the origins and processes in the making of the food and wine we sampled. The croissants, bread, cheese and chocolates were delicious.

Citizenportland An excellent tour We had a wonderful tour with British guide named Faye. She was charming and delightful and informative. I highly recommend their tours.

Mary Jo B Flavor explosion Faye was energetic, passionate and knowledgeable about good food, especially cheese, but also baguette, croissant, chocolate and macrons too. I had no idea the complexity of flavors that could be in these foods. Would definitely go again.

AcesNyc Jennifer G is my Cheese Guru! Worth it and Want it Again and Again Cheese Xxplosion in Paris? Sounds good to me. What’s even better is having Jennifer G lead the small group with her outstanding knowledge of cheese. Based on what I learned I think she has a Cheese PHd. We visited one of if not the best cheese shops in Paris and learned about cheese! Cheese is an art, a love, a passion and brings families in small towns together. It is life! Pair it with the finest baguettes and wine pairings which we did in a lovely wine shop sitting at comfortable tables, I wanted it to never end. Who knew cheese was seasonal and that 800 feet up a mountain might mean a very different taste? It was just the right amount (maybe not, I was so happy I could hav continued). Thank you Jennifer. Sandy and I consider your tour to be one of our Paris highlights. Paris by Mouth is now in my contacts. I hope to return soon and you know I’ll be booking Cheese Explosion #2.

Cheryl L Don’t Miss Paris by Mouth This was our 2nd tour with Paris by Mouth and it was just as lovely as the first tour. Aurelien was warm, knowledgable and engaging. The group was a total of 7 and we had a lovely time getting to know one another (all from different countries) and exploring the neighborhood and good together. I look forward to my next tour!

John O Paris with locals! My wife and I enjoyed the tour so much we did two in the same week! Both Stepanie and Mathieu know France,the food and wine very well! We enjoyed cheese,charcuterie,pasteries and of course beautiful wine as well as a short walk in two different neighborhoods.Highly recommend,Thank You both!

cash2011 Don’t miss! I did the North Marais tour in February and it was a delight. Our guide, Aurélien, was welcoming and very knowledgeable and passionate about French food and wine. I sampled baguettes, chocolate, cheese, and charcuterie from some of Paris’s best shops. This is not your Costco or TJ brie, and you’ll learn why. I also enjoyed the stories behind the creations and what makes the French food culture so unique. Thanks Aurélien!

I7536LJhelen Food heaven in the North Marais Aurelien was a great guide round the North Marais and everything which is excellent around bread, chocolate, charcuterie and cheese in the district. Highly recommended for foodies.

Susan P Lovely way to spend some time in Paris. Our guide Christina was friendly and knowledgeable and the group size was perfect for a friendly afternoon with other folks visiting Paris. The wine and cheese selections were really lovely, as was the area we walked around in.

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIPADVISOR in January 2024:

Luke W Wonderful weekday exploring a Paris neighborhood We had a wonderful day with Matthieu on our food tour. He was very knowledgeable about the area, the history (which I love) as well as the food. We tried some new things and enjoyed wine and a variety of cheeses at the end. I would highly recommend using Paris by Mouth Tours to get a more local look at a unique Paris neighborhood.

Compass34867154189 Could not recommend more My family and I had an incredible with Victorine, our food tour guide. We ate — and learned — a lot. One of the biggest highlights of our trip. If you like good wine, good chocolate, good cheese, good croissants and good bread, this Food Tour is for you.

Ruth L Amazing Left Bank Food Tour with our guide, Marion We are a family of 4 (with 2 young adults who are starting to appreciate fine foods and wine). We signed up for the Left Bank Food tour as our hotel is in the area. We thought it’s a good way to see the neighborhood and what’s around us. Our tour guide (Marion) has excellent credentials having worked for the food and hospitality industries for decades. She took us to the best bakery, cheese shop, specialty chocolate shop, patisserie (specializing in small-batch macaroons made daily), and a fine wineshop where we tasted 3 types of wines. We tasted award-winning baguettes, croissants, chocolates, macaroons and dessert pastries, and fromage paired with wines. Everything was so high quality and delicious. More important, we learned so much about the french food/wine/cheese culture. I highly recommend adding this to your Paris itinerary!

Noah M This tour was excellent, Neil was a gem! Informative and delicious food tour! Focused on pastry, veinoiserie, wine, cheese, and chocolate. Our guide Neil was AMAZING and clearly was passionate about his work and the food. Was able to answer tons of questions and taught us things that I had know idea about before going into the tour. Food was excellent as well. Would highly recommend!

Kelly R Paris by Mouth tour was a winner We did the West Germain tour with Isabelle in December 2023. Loved it! Being fellow Aussies we really enjoyed Isabelle’s laid back tour of some wonderful foodie shops. The highlight was enjoying the cheese, charcuterie and wine at the end of the tour with Isabelle’s insights on each! Thank you #parisbymouth

Paul H A sensory trip of joy! My wife and I took teh Taste of the Left Bank food tour over the Christmas holiday and couldn’t be happier with the decision! We were met by Neil, our food host, who led us on a wonderful adventure of smell, history, and finally taste. Neil was knowledgeable, entertaining, engaged, and funny (even if he isn’t a Monty Python fan – lol). We are so very happy he was our host! We had some of the most amazing breads, cheeses, chocolates, and wines. The tour included 2 other gentlemen, 1 from US and 1 from Canada, who helped make this a memorable tour. Thank you to Paris By Mouth!

Judy B OMGoodness?????? So terrific.? The very best tour we have done all week. Guide Faye is SOOOOO cool ?. Our small group was THE best. Well worth the price. Would do them in each neighborhood if I could We did North Marais. I was worried about the walking, because of all my disabilities. The only issue was the freezing ??? weather. Not a bad walk at all. Very do-able. Bon appetit ??? Merci

MaryAld So Entertaining! This afternoon tour was a millions times more fun than we expected. Our guide Faye was so knowledgeable about bread, chocolate, cheese and wine, but her humor and captivating personality kept us smiling and laughing all afternoon. I would recommend this tour to anyone. I actually do not eat cheese or drink wine, but she made sure I had extra bread, cold cuts and juice. What a fun lady!

Kim W Great food tour with Neil from Paris by Mouth! I love taking walking food tours when travelling. It’s a great way to explore neighbourhood,s meet fellow travellers and taste great things! Paris by Mouth does an excellent job, and I’d highly recommend them. We did a north Marais tour last year and liked it so much that we did another this year, exploring the Left Bank with Neil, a charming Brit who has made France his home for many years. Neils’ knowledge of food and wine is extensive, and he happily shares it with his guests. Paris by Mouth is a little more expensive than other food tours, but the quality of food and wine on the tour is excellent. Also, a tour gives you access to the company’s comprehensive on-line restaurant guide, which is a great resource.

Jada P Marion is the best Marion (tour guide) was exceptional! We had her on the left bank tour. She made the experience educational and fun.

We had wine, cheese, parties and chocolate. I was surprised we didn’t learn more about typical dishes. However, Marion is highly recommended. What a gem. Stacey B Better than the Eiffel Tower! We did the South Marais tour with Fay in Jan, right after the new year! We brought our 3 kids age (15, 18, 21) & it we are still talking about the cheese tasting and the trip to the fromage shop Laurent Dubios. What a treat! Fay was very fun & the tour was informative and a great way to spend an afternoon. Do it – you won’t be sorry! I also enjoyed the Paris by Mouth newsletter & recommendations that came with the booking.

Johnna R Great experience! The tour and Mathieu were great! We had some of the best of the best of Paris food and learned so many things we never would have otherwise. Would definitely recommend and especially at the beginning of your trip so you can return to places you liked!

Rick C Paris by Mouth – A Must for a trip to Paris This was our second Paris by Mouth tour (our first was four years ago in the St. Germain area). This time we went to the North Marais. Both times were fabulous. The food was great, but the knowledge and information from our guide was even better. Definitely a “must” for a trip to Paris.

Rebecca T Fabulous! Our tour with Marion was fabulous, we couldn’t have asked for a better tour! She was knowledgeable, friendly and funny! Our family had the best time, we will for sure take another tour the next time we are in Paris, we left full and happy….

Michael G Fantastic tour of the North Maris food scene! We did a North Maris tour with Isabelle and it was fantastic. Small group, excellent locations, delicious food, and a great meal at the end in a charming wine shop. Isabelle was knowledgable and friendly and made our trip unforgettable!

LESDTM A tour with Paris by Mouth is a must!! If you’re on the fence about taking a food tour with Paris by Mouth, go ahead and book it, you won’t be disappointed! My husband and I took the Left Bank tour on 1/2/2024 and we really enjoyed it! Victorine was our tour guide, and she was wonderful. We had a group of eight (four couples). It was the right size and even though it was a rainy morning it didn’t dampen our experience. Victorine started the tour with introductions and then we each received a croissant to enjoy and some bread. Victorine explained how croissants and baguettes are made and their history. We then moved on to a cheese shop, pastry shop, chocolate shop and wine shop. At each stop Victorine picked up everything we needed for our tasting that took place in the wine shops cellar…which was quaint and cozy on a rainy day! The tour description states you won’t go away hungry, and we did not! This was a perfect way to learn about quintennial French food and wine while walking the beautiful streets of Paris! A tour with Paris by Mouth is a must!!

Cynthia S Well worth your time and money I’ve done two of these tours–most recently the North Marais. Our guide, Stephen, was knowledgeable and personable, he shared factual information about cheese and chocolate which was fascinating. This tour was the highlight of our trip. A great experience!

Big Mike Paris by Mouth a Wonderful Experience Our Paris food tour with Neil Kreeger was amazing. Neil was a fantastic tour guide. Providing us with not only wonderful samplings of food, but also plenty of French history. My family thoroughly enjoyed the Paris By Mouth experience. I highly recommend it.

Bakasuri An informative experience We decided to go on this food tour as it was recommended in the Rick Steve’s guidebook. It did not disappoint. It covered a number of famed establishments in the 5th and 6th arrondissements known for their quality and prize-winning products: a bakery, a cheese shop, a couple of dessert/chocolate sellers, and a wine store at which we sampled bread, cheeses, and wines. Our tour guide Christina was excellent. She was very knowledgeable, and we learned a good deal from her about cheese, wines, and the French traditions of bread and pastry. This particular food tour in the Latin Quarter works well for vegetarians. Come with a relatively empty stomach as you will eat quite a bit!

Tnnh Left Bank tour with Marion!! Loved, loved, loved every minute of our Left Bank food tour with Marion. We were lucky to have such an informative, interesting and fun tour guide. After filling up on breads, cheeses, wines and desserts, we were too full to eat dinner! Highly recommend this tour and especially Marion.

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIPADVISOR in December 2023:

Sarah H Wonderful Left Bank / St. Germaine Tour with Diane We had a wonderful private Left Bank / St. Germaine tour with Diane – highly recommend! The tour was packed with delicious stops to gather pastries, baguettes, cheese, charcuterie, chocolates, wine and more. Diane was delightful and shared interesting background about each purveyor at each shop. We walked away informed and stuffed, grinning from ear to ear, with a new friend in Diane.

Kristi W Fabulous tour of North Marais I took the North Marais tour with Isabelle and it was fantastic. Every stop had something special to offer and Isabelle was so knowledgeable and charming. I would definitely take another tour the next time I’m in Paris.

Nancy K Perfect Took a tour with Neil who was not only extremely knowledgeable and very well dressed?, but fun, witty and engaged the whole group in the conversation. His approach was cooperative and engaging and was definitely one of the highlights of our trip!! Thanks so much!

Fre D North Marais Food Tour with Diane! This was the first foodtour we ever did so we didn’t know what to expect. After this experience with Diane we can only say we will do much more foodtours in the future. Diane’s knowledge and enthusiasm ’bout food and the area was infectious. From the first minute we were captivated by her passion for food and the awardwinning croissant she gave us only made things better. We were off with a great start. The hand picked cheeses, charcuterie, chocolate and red wine we tasted on the rest of the tour were absolutely amazing. In short; we had an amazing time with Diane on this tour. Don’t doubt, just book!

Bram B Discovered the “Brooklyn of Paris” with the North Marais food tour with Diane. ***RECOMMENDED*** Diane, our host showed us around “the Brooklyn of Paris” on this amazing food tour in the North Marais area. She picked up our vibe very quickly and made everyone feel at ease right away. Super chill. Learned a lot of fun facts and tasted many delicious foods from “the holy trinity” and beyond. From prize-winning bread, over a handpicked selection of cheeses and charcuterie, to sublime wines. Finished it off with designer chocolates and sweets and most probably the best caramel I’ve ever tasted. Didn’t even think of taking pictures. We were all so in the moment. In short: very much recommended! 5+ stars! Thank you Diane!

abstone53 Food, fun and interesting facts about French food The best experience we have had in Paris. Could not have asked for more. Our group of six people had the best time with our wonderful guide Marion. We learned so much from her while enjoying her energy and sense of humor. DO THIS TOUR!! (And skip your breakfast that day, you won’t go hungry!)

broktoon3550 Great wine and cheese. Jennifer was knowledgeable and personable. Jennifer was our guide. She was knowledgeable about cheese and wine and she was incredibly personable. The group was small and it was a very friendly experience. Although we have made many visits to Paris and have tried many wines and cheeses we learned a great deal. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Paris.

WorldSeeker70 MUST-DO for Paris Newbies & Foodies Alike! This tour was recommended to us by friends in Chicago who went with Paris by Mouth in May. We landed in Paris and walked around for a few hours before meeting up with Isabelle and our group. It was pouring down rain but that did not dampen the excitement and fun. We had INCREDIBLE tastings and so much fantastic info on the history of the items, complete with the intricacies of how France stipulates mandatory rules for bread items, cheese and wine, creating genuinely authentic products that meet approvals for quality. We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and Isabelle was charming, so knowledgeable and we had a fun tour as a result. This is a must for any newbie to Paris, or foodie.

Brynn Thank you Neil! I loved my left bank Paris by mouth tour/tasting! Neil was an excellent guide who was knowledgeable, engaging, and very fun!! He was very generous with the wine, cheese, and pastries and I would do another tour/experience with him (and paris by mouth) any time! I’m going to dream about the maison d’Isabelle croissant for a long time 🙂

Pawel South Marais Tour with Faye We have enjoyed this tour with Faye. She was engaging, funny and very knowledgeable about the food scene in Paris and provided great tips for places to eat in Paris. The group size was small enough for individual interactions. We highly recommend this tour and look forward to participating in other tours provided by Faye and team.

Christine T North Marais Foor Tour Fabulous food tour. Isabelle our host was very knowledgeable and explained everything in an interesting way. Loved it.

cynthia t Not your cookie cutter tour! Was recommended by friends who had taken the tour before, and, we are so glad we didi this. Neil was a very knowledgeable, personable, and likable host who shared great information and asked for great feedback on each of the items we sampled! The stops were fabulous and we learned about and tasted the best of the West Saint-Germain. The group size is just right — you get to meet others and enjoy conversations and perspectives that are different than your own. The entire time spent was relaxing and you felt the experience was tailored to the group vs, a cookie cutter tour. Bravo!!!

Michele W Extraordinary Food Tour – Paris by Mouth Marian was absolutely fantastic and did an extraordinary job of teaching. We did the food tour on our first day in Paris and it was a extraordinary way to see one area of the city and experience the quality of various chefs which included pastry, chocolates, cheese and charcuterie. What was wonderful was how Marian explained the regions and where to find the best selections. She followed up with an email that detailed everything we had tasted. We enjoyed it so much we went back to many of these shops to purchase for friends and family in the US, so we could share some of Paris finest. Thank you for an amazing experience! Jeff and Michele

Melinda M Wow!!!! Found Paris by Mouth in the Paris Rick Steves book. I was so taken back at how AMAZING Marion was as a food guide. She is knowledgeable, very articulate and intelligent, and mostly very funny. I would recommend this tour to anyone. What an nice group of people on the tour with me and the tour itself was spectacular!

Maria Z The Highlight of our French Vacation My husband and I did the Left Bank food tour and absolutely loved it. Christina was an amazing guide – full of knowledge and enthusiasm. We chose the Left Bank tour since we were staying in Saint-Germain. It was super convenient and full of the best Parisian goodies: chocolate, bread, wine, cheese, and croissants! This was the highlight of our one-week trip to France and we would absolutely do a Paris by Mouth tour again.

Anne A Fantastic Tour with Aurelien We had a wonderful tour through the area, tasting fantastic pastries, chocolates, cheese, bread and wine. Our tour guide, Aurelien was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, entertaining and charming. He showed us interesting sights that we would surely have missed on our own. 5 out of 5!

Laura M Great experience! This tour was a huge highlight of our 4 day trip to Paris! Marion is very knowledgeable about the food scene in Paris. We highly. recommend this tour and Marion!

Trek617221 Perfect foodie adventure in Paris We had a wonderful time with Neil on the tour in St Germaine. His passion for the food and the proprietors added so much to the experience. We loved each and every stop. We learned about French food; French competitions for honors in each industry; and 4 days later we are still laughing about the evening. We are sure this experience will be something we talk about every time we assemble a cheese platter because there is only one right way to cut cheese. Thank you Neil! Highly recommend to take the tour.

Hannah S Left bank tour – delicious! Went on the left bank tour with Marion and it was amazing! She was engaging, funny and so knowledgable – we learnt a lot – including about MOFs. Everything we tasted was so delicious – the best croissants, the best chocolate, the best cheese and the best pastries. Lovely to finish with the wine tasting – will definitely be going back to everywhere we stopped

Jeni Jean Cheese lover’s happy place! The Cheese Explosion tour was incredible! I would highly recommend this tour, and the guide, Jennifer, was exceptional. She guides you through a French cheese shop, and explains the different kinds of cheese, how they are divided in the store, how to purchase some cheese, etc. Then it is on to a wine shop where we sampled ten different cheese with baguettes, paired with four different wines. The selections vary from tour to tour, so this is definitely something I would do again. If you have never had raw milk cheeses you really haven’t experienced cheese!

Mistina P A Fantastic Tour for Foodies Neil guided us on the Left Bank tour, and he was fantastic. Our 10-year-old son was traveling with us, and we worried that the three-hour tour might be a bit much. However, the pace of the tour was fantastic, and our son (who does not suffer in silence) didn’t complain once. We started at an amazing historic market on a unique block near the Seine. Having Neil explain what makes a traditional baguette special, for instance, not only enhanced our appreciation of the bread in the moment, but it also helped us identify what to look for once we returned to the States. He was so knowledgeable. We felt like we could ask any question, and he would have an answer. We will happily book another tour with Paris by Mouth during our next trip to France. In fact, we learned about the organization from my in-laws, who went on the Marais food tour in April. It was a wonderful way to spend the day, learning about some of the superstars in a city known for its cuisine. The small group size made the experience intimate and even more memorable.

minemex Fantastic North Marais Tour Stephen was a great guide on our North Marais tour. We throughly enjoyed both the history as well as the food and wine. We had the best baguette and croissant in Paris as well as a fabulous tasting of meats, chocolate, cheese and wine. Our teenagers enjoyed it as well. Highly recommend this early in your trip so you can get your bearings and try out some local places while you are there.

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIPADVISOR in November 2023:

S G Above and beyond! I highly recommend Paris by Mouth. I reached out to see if we can have a private tour for our family and Sara was very informative and accommodating. We booked a Wine and Cheese (and chocolate!) Tour in the Marias. Sara sent us a questionnaire in advance so our guide could get to know us a little about us before the tour. We were met by Marion C., our guide. Marion was extremely knowledgable, efficient, energetic and fun to be with. We were a big group, aged 18-80, and she made the tour interesting for all of us. She took us to the most decadent shops to buy our goodies (only the best!) and the tour ended at a quaint wine shop where we enjoyed our purchases and her conversation. She explained everything in just enough detail and kept us all riveted, and laughing! Marion followed up with a detailed email including the names of the shops we visited and what we drank and ate. It was the perfect afternoon and I will definitely be booking another tour (hopefully with Marion) on our next trip to Paris.

Betsy W Worth every calorie, step, and euro A food tour is my favorite way to start a trip in a new city, and the Paris by Mouth tour in the Latin Quarter was no exception. As a solo traveler, it’s a comfortable way to meet others with similar interests. Our guide Aurélien has found his calling, sharing his knowledge of food, wine, history, and everything else we asked him about. This tour spoiled me for cheese, chocolate, wine, and pastries for the remainder of my trip. It was worth every euro, step, and calorie.

Alex M South Marais Food Tour We did a South Marais food tour with Faye and it was fantastic. Each stop had something unique, learning about the different stores, and general tips surrounding buying pastries, bread, etc. in Paris was great. Faye did a wonderful job keeping the atmosphere light and entertaining.

AnneRMinne Paris by Mouth is the way to go Paris by Mouth was key to our wonderful Paris visit. We started with the south Marais food tour, which was a great introduction to our temporary neighborhood. Victorine shared lots of helpful tips that we will continue to use, and we returned to a couple of the places we visited later on our own. The folks on the tour with us were fun—we exchanged contact info and shared site/restaurant recommendations the rest of the week. Also used a lot of Paris by Mouth restaurant recommendations—reliable guidance.

Jennifer M One of the best city tours we have ever done This tour was recommended to me by a good friend who travels to Paris regularly. I am so glad we took her advice. First of all, Victorine was wonderful. So knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating, very attentive to every person on this (very small – I love that it’s limited to not very many people) tour. We thoroughly enjoyed the couple hours we spent with her. Her recommendations after the tour for places to go to eat in Paris (and ice cream) were so helpful. I had the best croissant of my life and learned more about cheese and bread than I ever knew before. Tried some different cheeses that I had never had that I will now be trying to find here at home. Incredible chocolates too. She navigated the shops expertly and clearly has a great relationship with the proprietors. Everything we tasted and drank was incredible. If we had more time in Paris, we would have done another Paris By Mouth tour of a different neighborhood. There is some moderate walking, which was great to get a better understanding of this charming neighborhood. Highly highly recommend this tour. We did some other tours of Paris during our week there and they did not hold a candle to this one.

Julia R Falling in love with the world of cheese Paris by Mouth is a great concept, and Jennifer is a wonderful guide. She is very knowledgeable about all aspects of cheese and the animals and people who make it. Sharing stories and factual information behind the over 2,000 cheeses made in France, her tour is lively, drawing on past history as well as the farms in operation today. For education or tasting or both, the tour can be enjoyed by all – neophytes and old pros. Jennifer loves cheese and wants to share all the reasons why with you! Cheese Explosion is a door to a whole new world!

jason g Great Food Tour of Paris This was excellent. Marion led our tour and was fantastic in taking us to high end stores that speciallize in fancy cheese, chocolates, pastries, wine and charcuterie. We learned about some Paris history and culture too. We wish these foods were available in the US. Pro tip – go for the unpasturized cheese and try everything. Highly recommend!

Marissa B Highlight of My Paris Trip Went on a Left Bank food tour led by Marion. It was amazing, I had some of the best bites of Paris on the tour. She was knowledgeable, answered all of my questions and the tour was a highlight of my trip to Paris. 10/10 recommend a tour with Paris by Mouth.

Leanne Girls trip! Fantastic experience! Neil was our guide and we knew as soon as he greeted us that he would be personable and witty. He has worked in the hospitality industry for years and his knowledge of Parisian cheese, chocolate and wine was incredible. If you are considering this tour, I highly recommend Neil as your guide, you won’t be disappointed. He took the time to answer all of our questions despite going a bit over time on the tour. What an incredible way to celebrate my 60th birthday! Thanks Neil from Canada ? ?

Darcy T Isabelle is the best!!! This tour, with Isabelle as our guide, was one of my favorite parts of our trip to Paris. Isabelle is both incredibly knowledgeable and personable. She managed to make a diverse group of 8 strangers feel like a community, while also introducing us to amazing shops and food. I now know so much about cheese and still want to learn more (as crazy as it sounds, Isabelle made cheese fascinating). She also did a great job answering all of our questions about living in Paris. I can’t say enough good things. I’ve already recommended this tour to several friends.

Susan J A wonderful experience! This tour was the highlight of our trip to Paris! Our guide, Isabelle, was charming and very knowledgeable. She made the experience delightful and taught us much about wine, cheese, and bread. I highly recommend this wonderful experience to anyone traveling in Paris.

David W East-Saint-Germain By Mouth We had Neil as our tour guide & he did a fantastic job. Very knowledgeable & engaging. He took pictures for us, had answers for all of our questions. Later, he sent a detailed write up to our email about everything we tasted & all the places we went. We also never felt rushed, despite the tour running a little bit long. I think he was just having a good time, as were we. Very friendly guy whom we will seek out again, next time in Paris. Thank you!

RobertaL Superb Cheese Tour! The French Cheese Explosion tour was wonderful! Our guide, Jennifer, was extremely knowledgeable in explaining the different cheeses, regions, process, etc. Jennifer made the information easy to understand, interesting and fun! After visiting a lovely cheese shop, our group sat at a table and sampled so many cheeses while sipping different wines. We could not pick a favorite cheese as they were all so unique and delightful! I can’t think of a better way to spend a few hours in Paris. I highly recommend this tour.

Lori P Marion makes a perfect day! Marion is very charismatic and extends herself to connect with her group members. She is extremely knowledgeable about food and wine and we loved each shop we visited. The final gathering to sample the food, wine, and desserts was perfect. I highly recommend this tour and will sign up for others in the series on future visits.

earlynovemberlove Left Bank Small Group Tour – wonderful, informative tour guide; great selections We took the Left Bank small group tour as one of our first activities on our honeymoon. Marion was our guide, and she was incredible! She was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and casual – it felt like hanging out with a (way cooler than me) friend. Marion was also great at relating to the different personalities and knowledge levels in our small group. She even offered to provide additional recommendations or answer questions during our trip via email! We were staying in the area, so we were looking forward to getting to know some of the best shops nearby to go back to during the honeymoon. It worked out great, because we ended up returning to 4 out of the 5 locations we went to on the tour – some multiple times. My favorite part of the tour was learning more about what makes the products we were trying so good – learning about MOFs and AOP/AOC categorizations for wine and cheese. So cool and informative! This tour was one of my favorite parts of our trip and we will definitely be booking another Paris by Mouth tour when we return to Paris!

david r Highlight of Paris FANTASTIC We did the Marais tour and had such a lovely morning learning about croissants, cheeses, meats, and even a little French history! We have a newfound appreciation for the cheeses and meats. Our guide Matthieu was super knowledgeable, great personality, and a pleasure to be around. Our tour wen t over the time limit and he didn’t rush us at all. This was a highlight of Paris!! Merci!!!

Jim T Fantastic food tour My husband and I, as well as other family members, took the West Saint Germaine food tour with Victorine. What a wonderful experience! Victorine was friendly, enthusiastic and quite knowledgeable about the area, as well as the food and wine that we tasted. The businesses selected were among the best in the Saint Germain area. We sampled excellent cheeses and wines, as well as an amazing, award winning croissant and some of the most delicious chocolates! Paris By Mouth provides an excellent experience and Victorine is one of their best guides.

alissam St Germain Nov tour w/ Neil We had the best time with our fabulous and fun leader Neil. His knowledge and expertise far exceeded our expectations. We did the east St. Germain tour, and the tastings were sublime. The vendors were all extremely gracious. We never felt rushed. It was perfect amount of places, tastings and wine!!!! Highly recommend!

chrissy Fun food and wine tour My friend and I took the West Saint-Germain tour and it was great! Our guide, Neil, was very knowledgeable and engaging. We visited many shops and Neil shared facts and stories along the way. The tour ended at a wine shop where we could enjoy the food tasting with wine. Also, as someone with a gluten intolerance, I knew that I wouldn’t be able to partake in all of the tastings, but Neil was kind enough to bring GF bread for me and check in at various shops if options were available. I highly recommend Paris by Mouth and hope to take another tour one day!

Gower S wine and cheese and more I joined a small group for the North Marais food tour. The boulangerie, fromage, and charcuterie places were all excellent and I went back to them all to enjoy them again before I left Paris. Stephanie was a great guide, and her wine knowledge was fantastique. We had so much fun tasting wine that I had to buy more wine at the shop to keep enjoying there with my tour mates and afterwards for end of day winding down.

Ruth R DELICIOUS AND DELIGHTFUL! A friend and I did the South Marais food tour this past Monday, November 6th with Stephanie. It was top notch , delicious and delightful from start to finish. Stephanie our guide is a Rockstar and incredibly knowledgable , poised and well spoken. She is a very impressive young woman and so very friendly and kind. The part that loved the most aside from the deliciousness and Stephanie was how informative it was. I felt like I truly learned a lot!! This is a must for any food or wine enthusiast in Paris!

Chrissy S Great experience! We had a wonderful tour with Mathieu! He was a wealth of knowledge, and took us to some amazing local places for cheese, chocolate, wine, and croissants!

Marjorie S Tres professional and top notch. We toured Le Marais district with our outstanding guide, Stephanie. Her knowledge in the food & wine area were exceptional. Our exposure to the best croissant, chocolates, patisseries, cheese, bread, and wine were top of the line. The group was small and congenial. The sit down tasting in the small wine store was perfect. Stephanie, was inclusive in asking the participants their likes and dislikes before purchasing any items for the sit down tasting at the end of the tour.

ThorntonBurgess Our favorite experience My friend and I had a lovely trip to Paris recently, and we agreed that our Paris by Mouth tour of the North Marais was the highlight of the trip! Deniz, a Cordon Bleu graduate, was knowledgeable and very personable. She shared insights and stories as she shopped for us at several artisanal establishments, featuring bread, confections, cheese, and charcuterie. Our final stop was a wine shop, where she continued the conversation as she served a sit-down spread accompanied by several wines. Later in the afternoon, she emailed with a recap of everything we had tasted and the places we had stopped. Such a fun, informative, and delicious activity. Highly recommend!

Marta A The best food street experience ever!! Our experience was fantastic. We were in the Latin quarter, the croissants that we tasted there were the best in the world. The cheese store experience was great, we tasted different kinds of them. The guide was very good, so sorry I’m not good with names, but she was very professional. Chocolates and macarons were delicious too. This was my 19th time in Paris and I never had any experience like this. I’m so glad that my husband found it.

Brad B Marion is the best!!!! Marion was the best of the best in our many food tours over the years. She was so outgoing and knowledgeable about the foods and wines. We did the Germain food tour which featured Baguette, Croissants, assorted meats and cheeses and a take home bag of leftover food. What a great experience with Marion and something we will do again.

K Schmick There’s no better way to get to know Paris. My mom and I had such a wonderful time on our tour of the Marais with Faye. She had such fun energy and was so knowledgeable. This was my second tour with Paris by Mouth and it won’t be my last. Thank you so much, Faye!!

elizabeth M Paris by Mouth doesn’t disappoint! Great tour as usual This was actually our second time doing the North Marais food tour and it was just as good as the first time. We appreciate the balance between learning about the foods and taking our time to taste the foods!!! Paris by Mouth doesn’t disappoint.

Benjamin Great Tour – Highly Recommend Stephen was a terrific, engaging and knowledgeable guide. Even our 13 yr old really enjoyed the tour and it exposed her to some great food and history. Highly recommend this as a way to eat and explore your way through Paris. C’est Magnifique!!!

justreviews Paris by Mouth with Deniz was excellent We had such a wonderful time with Deniz from Paris by Mouth. The communication ahead of time was excellent. Paris by mouth was easy to book via email and they stayed in touch. We received an email with a picture of Deniz before hand. Deniz was amazing, she was so knowledgeable and fun to be with. We learned about cheese, bread, chocolate, wine all while receiving a history lesson. The group was small and fun. The food choices were great as was the wine. We also received a follow up email with all the things we had done, notes and a group photo! How fun is that!

carolgNj Wonderful tour We had a wonderful food tour with Andres. He was so knowledgeable… he taught us so much about cheese wine & my fav baguette& croissants He took us to an amazing bakery .. Can’t wait to come back to Paris and choose a different tour

Darcy M From Alaska to Paris Aurélien was a spectacular guide and every stop on the tour was insightful and interesting. Passion can not be faked and Aurélien is full of passion about food and the producers we visited. No question stumped him and I would gladly let him lead us on another tour! Thank you Aurélien and Paris by Mouth.

Heather J 100% worth it! Marion was outstanding! We met Stephen last year when we did the tour and he was fantastic as well. Again, it was a highlight of our trip. Marion has wonderful energy, a vast breadth of knowledge about food and wine and she kept the entire group engaged. She was kind to my senior mother who struggled a bit to keep up with the walking pace and she slowed it down a bit for her while keeping the whole tour on track. We will do this tour every time we come to Paris. It is 100% worth it. Super fun!

Eryn McAuliffe Paris by Mouth Done Well Paris by Mouth was an excellent tour- because of the food we sampled and the historical information given about the area. Our guide Matthew was very informative and fun. I highly recommend this tour.

Mobile34139389871 Delightful afternoon in Marais This is a “must do” if you enjoy food and wine. Faye, our guide, was great-enthusiastic, knowledgeable, friendly and very accommodating. Would recommend it without hesitation!!!

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIPADVISOR in October 2023:

Alexander H A highlight of our visit to Paris, led by a real star Our food tour was amazing. Of course, it’s Paris, so that shouldn’t be a surprise. The food options are wonderful and plentiful. And yet…our expectations were surpassed, and not by just a little bit. Our guide credit the company and her colleagues for teaching her. She was a trained and experienced pastry chef, and we covered bread, chocolate and wine—not just pastry. She told us how they share information (e.g., about the various cheeses they try). But Isabelle was more much than simply the information she learned from her colleagues. She was charming and funny and personable and…well, even more important than that….she clearly thinks about food and a french understanding of food that is quite different than how either of us think about or understand food. That is something much more significant than mere information. And quite wonderfully, she sought to share that thinking with us—with the entire group on the tour. Not just the product of that thinking, but the mode of thinking, trying to put it into words that we—all as it happened, American—could get some understanding of. We would love to be able to dine with Isabelle for a week, just to hear her talk about what was in front of us and how she understood it. As people who love to learn and who love food, our few hours with Isabelle were a real highlight of our trip to Paris. Our tour was well worth every penny and when we return we will be sure to do another Paris by Mouth tour, and very much hope to be lucky enough that it be led by Isabelle.

JosephTRPV Paris by Mouth Tour Jennifer Greco, our guide to the world of cheese was amazing! WE shopped for cheese at Laurent Dubois at 97 Rue Saint Antoine and tated wine at Vinosfera in one of the oldes buildings in Paris at 11 Rue Francis Miron. We tried 10 different cheeses with appropriate wine pairings. A highlight of our trip!

Orla K Highlight of my weekend in a Paris ?? Our guided tour with Stephen was the highlight of my recent weekend in Paris! He was a spectacular food guide and an absolute delight to spend three hours with. His knowledge of history, food, wine cheese and chocolate was just incredible! We kick started our weekend in Paris with the tour and it was the best decision ever with Stephen recommending super restaurants and bars for the duration of our trip. I would recommend anyone visiting Paris to book a tour. The groups are small and it was an absolute treat to sit down at the end and enjoy all the wonderful cheeses, desserts bread & wines he picked up along the way! I will be back and another tour is a definite ?

Camila P Wonderful tour I took the Left Bank tour on October 2023, with Aurelien. Very interesting format, delicious food along the way and knowledgeable/great guide. It is a wonderful way to get to know Paris’ food – either you are a first-time visitor or someone that has been to Paris many times.

Wetravel4food23 We didn’t want it to end!! WOW! What an experience! We booked a tour of West Saint-Germain after a recommendation from a friend. Neil was a fantastic guide and his brain was a fountain of knowledge of history, cheese, wine, chocolates, charcuterie, Paris and more. He was such a delight and really got our group to open up and share in the experience together. My husband and I were on our honeymoon and he made our tour so special and memorable. He provided an extensive list of everything we ate & drank which is so useful for the future. We didn’t want the wine shop & tasting to end! Book your tour asap!

TLD A terrific guide! Isabell was a terrific quiet with a cheeky sense of humor and a deep knowledge of the Montmarte area of Paris. I would definitely go on another tour with her!!

snicos5 Awesome experience We went on the North Marais food tour as we hadn’t spent a lot of time in that area. Mathieu was our guide and he had great information and experience as a “foodie”. Food was fabulous and ending the tour with wine and food samples was so much fun. I have a new appreciation for Parisian food!

GHopeWilson Wonderful! Isabelle was an outstanding host/guide. It was truly a pleasure to tour St Germaine with her, tasting delicious chocolates as well as a the amazing pairing of cheese and wine !

257Karen9 Amazing experience Just had a fabulous tour with Aurélien. In addition to sharing amazing food, he was so knowledgeable and interesting to listen to and he was clearly interested in making sure our experience was a good one. If you like learning about the food in a country and you enjoy walking, I highly recommend this company.

Julie M Best food tour! Our tour with Stephanie was amazing. She was fun, knowledgeable and informative. The tour was one of our favorite parts of the trip. I highly recommend it.

Nikki C South Marais tour with Neil My friend and I did the South Marais food tour on a recent trip to Paris. We saw another group doing the tour a few days before and immediately booked based on the other reviews. Our guide, Neil, was a fountain of knowledge and was really engaging. He knew about the history of the area, the history of the food and everything else we wanted to know. All of the shops we visited were fantastic, but the highlight was the wine shop at the end where we got to sample our cheeses and pastries paired with wine. I highly recommend this tour and especially our guide Neil

LaurieM0 Stellar food tour! Five stars! Excellent bread, charcuterie,wine and chocolate tour in the North Marais today with Faye. We loved the small group size, the information provided by Faye and the food! We had a wonderful time and learned so much. Faye really helped us appreciate Paris. The food we sampled was excellent, from bread to cheese, wine and finishing with chocolates. Loved it! We will definitely book another tour with Paris by Mouth the next time we come to Paris.

Alexandra S Amazing experience! We had a great time with Diane on the South Marais food tour! We learned so much about French food culture and the neighbourhood before sitting down for a tasting of the cheese, wine and dessert that we picked up along the way. There was so much food that we did not need dinner afterwards! You get a really good value for the amount that it costs, totally worth every penny. It was a small group so it was very comfortable and personal and Diane was incredibly kind! I would highly recommend Paris by Mouth and will absolutely do another tour next time I am in Paris!

R4146TEjamesa Wine and cheese in North Marais We really enjoyed our Wine and Cheese tasting tour with Aurelien. He was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We learned so much about Paris and the food scene in the few hours we spent. We highly recommend!

jerry Paris by Mouth is the full-meal deal. The tour was carefully curated, informative and informal. Christina was a terrific guide, steeped in the lore of Parisian food and wine culture and eager to share her knowledge and insights. Participants also gain free access to PbM’s Substack newsletter, which includes incredibly useful (and thoughtfully organized) restaurant reviews conducted anonymously by staffers paying full freight for their meals.

jkinglaw Don’t miss! This was one of the most unique experiences we had in Paris. Our guide Neil was excellent–very knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommend! Written October 23, 2023

Avery E Absolutely Wonderful Food Tour! We had an amazing time on our Paris food tour with Marion! She taught us so much about shopping for charcuterie, cheese, chocolate and wine, and created the most incredible pairings for us to try. It was a wonderful introduction to the city and we learned so much. Marion was so engaging and knowledgeable, and she customized the tour to our preferences while still being sure to introduce flavors and foods we may not have been familiar with.

Sraffman Fantastic tour! This was a fantastic tour! Worth every euro! Andres was fun and we learned so much about artisan food purveyors in the Marais who make the effort to create fabulous food!

Ruth B Savor the Flavor of Cheeses and Wine of Paris Isabelle, our hostess was fantastic. Excellent tour. Bread, cheese, chocolates and wine were exceptional.

Thomas A Great tasting tour of the Left Bank We thoroughly enjoyed our walking and tasting tour of the Left Bank with Christina! We stopped in to several spots for tasty croissants, chocolates, macarons, and then did a wonderful wine and cheese tasting with desert in a local wine shop. Christina was a great guide and teacher! Would definitely recommend this activity if you’re a foodie and enjoy not just the tastes and flavors but a bit of the story and context (and also a nice tour of the neighborhood).

Cath H French food and wine fest Our group did a North Marais tour with Faye this week (October 23). What a great tour! It started at an award-winning bakery before progressing to a chocolatier, charcuterie and then cheese shop, finally ending at a local wine shop where we tasted and talked and learned. While all of us had some experience and knowledge of French food and wine, Faye’s enthusiasm and passion for her presentation was very much appreciated. We all left the tour feeling like we had made new friends and knew more about French food and wine. We all talked enthusiastically about the tour for the rest of the week and gave big thumbs up for all of the restaurants she recommended. Definitely recommended.

Ellen M Take the Tour! Absolutely delightful experience on the North Marais tour with Faye. Wonderful samples of tasty items then savored the wonderful pairings of wine and cheese that Faye had created for us. She is very knowledgeable about both, leading us through the pairings with energy, enthusiasm and humor! A great time!

jayfarwell Great Marais food tour We enjoyed our food tour with Matthieu and our new friends and co-adventurers. Matthieu led us to several shops to experience the sights and smells, and taste, wonderful food by masters of their craft. Croissants, charcuterie, cheese, chocolate and Chardonnay. Matthieu is passionate about food and a good communicator. Highly recommend this tour.

kcc345 Great for culinary pros, foodies, & plain old hungry folks Mathieu was a most insightful & charming host – passionate, pro chef & hobby historian. Great foods & regional context.

Dharma C Paris by Mouth is a must have when visiting Paris! The overall experience was fantastic and Isabelle Auzou was an excellent guide who shared with us her knowledge throughout the great places we visited. The recap email she sent after the tour was excellent!! I will definitely recommend this tour to friends and family. Paris by Mouth experience is a must have when visiting Paris! Thanks, Luis Cuyar & Dharma C Lacén from Puerto Rico

Adventure772456 The MOF of Food Tours! If I could give Marion 10 stars, I would! Marion was a spectacular food guide. She is educated in hospitality, food, and wine and she shares her knowledge with enthusiasm! Marion has an open, gregarious personality that is engaging and entertaining. She opened up our understanding of French food culture by showing us the best of the best in France – a collection of MOF artisans! Meilleur Ouvrier de France (shortened to MOF) is a competition for craftsmen held in France every four years. The winning candidates receive a medal, cash prize, a white jacket with the French flag, and lifetime membership to this elite club. We had the BEST croissant, cheese, chocolate, and wine available in France with lots of education. Marion made our afternoon in Paris unforgettable! Merci!

Mike W Amazing tour with Marion Our West Saint-Germain food tour with Marion was the perfect introduction to Paris and the amazing city’s amazing food, wine, and culture. We loved visiting each of the small shops and learning about what goes into making delicious bread, cheese, and charcuterie. Would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more about French food and wine, as well as what restaurants to visit and which to skip.

Liz C Easily the best food tour in Paris – highly recommend! We did the south Marais food tour and LOVED IT. We’ve now done a handful of food/wine/cheese/pastry/cooking style tours in Paris/France in the last 3 weeks and this one was by far the best, probably because Neil who was our guide was a legend. Very fun, very informative, very interesting and very delicious!! Highly recommend

Brian M Everyone should do this Diane led our tour of the South Marais and she (and the tour) were incredible. We learned a lot about French food and ate a lot of amazing food. 100% worth it. One of our favorite things in Paris.

Steve L A Foodie’s Delight! Victorine did a spectacular job of intertwining her knowledge of food and wine with the history of Le Marais. She curated selections of pastry, cheese, chocolate, and wine making the 3 hour tour a foodie’s dream. We heard about the tour on our local radio station in Philadelphia.

Deb L South Marais tour My husband and I had a wonderful Paris By Mouth tour with Mathieu in south Marais. In addition to the walking tour of the neighborhood and a visit to MOF cheese, sweets and bread shops, we got an historical overview of the neighborhood. The finish of the tour in a small wine shop with samples of a variety of wines and all the goodies we’d collected throughout the afternoon was truly fun. I’d 100 percent recommend it and if ever in Paris again, we’d do another tour.

Barbara R A Great Way to Experience Paris Marion led us on a fascinating and eye-opening tour. We visited shops, tasted samples and finally sat down to devour cheese, charcuterie and wine. Marion is very knowledgeable and thoughtful. She gave us croissants to snack on at the very beginning of the tour while she discussed the itinerary.

bctinsc Wonderful Parisian Experience Of course, when one visits Paris, the food is a main attraction. My adult daughter and I were there for only 4 days and wanted to learn and experience as much as possible in that short time. Our tour of Le Marais with Faye fit the bill perfectly! First, Faye was an absolute delight and quite clearly really knew her stuff! Second, we learned SO MUCH to carry with us on wine and cheese selection, tasted amazing candies, and even tried head cheese (no, she didnt force us, we volunteered)! We enjoyed the small group (there were 7 of us) and the opportunity to explore some really unique Parisian treasures that we otherwise would have missed. So well done! Highly highly recommend!

Stacy F Highly recommend Paris by Mouth Wonderful gourmet walking tour of the Left Bank with our charming and knowledgeable tour guide Aurelien. Only 8 people maximum so easy to hear and interact with the guide. We tasted croissants, chocolate and macarons along the way. Aurelien purchased cheese and desserts along the way which we had in a private wine cellar at the end. Lovely wine pairings. Next time we are in Paris we will definitely experience this fun and informative tour again. Not only did we learn about the production of these foods but also about the history of the neighborhood. Paris by Mouth also sends a free newsletter when you sign up for a tour with extensive restaurant recommendations and tips, if you request it. Highly recommend this tour!!

Susan M Baguettes, cheese, pork, wine, and chocolate equals heavenly This tour was fantastic! We were a group of 8 which was perfect! Our guide Stephen was so informative and we sampled some amazing food and wine.

Belle2501 Delicious way to explore St Germain We did the West Saint-Germain tour with Isabelle and absolutely loved it. She was very knowledgeable about the area and the delicious treats we gathered along the way. We absolutely loved the wine shop and pairing that we did at the end. It was a wonderful afternoon

C Collins Best Food Tour Ever Took the Left Bank Tour and it was absolutely the best food tour I have been on. Our guide, Victorine, was passionate about food and France, and we learned so much over the course of our tour. The wine and cheese pairing is fabulous, as are all of the selections. Highly recommend.

Christy Perfect tasting afternoon. I joined the cheese tour, and it was a perfect afternoon spent. Jennifer knew everything about cheese and introduced the group to the magic and complexities of cheese making- especially for France. Lovely tasting paired with wine.

J S 3 hours of French culinary ecstasy Our guide Christina was an xlnt host, very informative and a delightful tour companion. All of the food and wine selections were outstanding. Highly recommended if you enjoy cheese, bread, chocolate, pastries and wine, or any of the above!

skoolmarm A great way to spend a few hours in Paris We very much enjoyed having Neil as our guide through some of the culinary highlights of West Saint Germain. The tour started and ended one time but was never rushed. It included plenty of time for explanations, questions, and a bit of conversation with other participants and with Neil. The latter was very knowledgeable and a good communicator. His enthusiasm for French food products and producers was obvious. We learned quite a bit, ate and drank plenty and had a good few laughs as well. No tour lasting a couple of hours can be exhaustive, but we got a very good taste of some high-quality food and wine, some insights into the history of the neighborhood, some of the food-producing industries, and regional and national French traditions. Definitely a great way to spend a few hours in Paris.

Bryan L Don’t miss the gems This is a must, otherwise you are missing something on your trip. Hidden places and gems. Great value and a highlight of the trip. It’s great to have local show you around and pro vide exert advice.

paul s Excellent cheese & wine tasting experience Fantastic time with Marion on our Cheese (& wine) Explosion experience! She is very knowledgeable about cheese, food & wine. Besides eating and drinking really delicious cheese& wine, we learned a lot about French cheese. It was the best way to spend an afternoon. The bonus is her cheerful personality and clear passion for the good things in life! Thank you for an excellent time!

Andree F Great food tour! This was a fun and informative tour. A good variety of tasting opportunities. A great way to spend a few hours and get to know Paris a little bit better. We have done two of these tours and they were both excellent – professional, but relaxed and informal.

Salsa1940 Fantastic tours and very informative newsletter. I took both the South Marais tour and the East Saint Germain tour. I would highly recommend both! The tour guides were knowledgeable and fun. It was a great way to kick off my vacation because I learned where to find the best of the best. I also utilized the newsletter which gave great advice and helped me plan my trip before I even got to Paris. I ate at several of the recommended restaurants and was never disappointed.

colin s Paris Food Tour 2023 We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. Isabelle was a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable, engaging and brought us to venues offering great bread, cheeses, chocolates and wine. Very highly recommend!

Reina R Great afternoon excursion! The tour was wonderful and Mathieu, our tour guide, was excellent. Not only did we learn about (and taste) the cheeses, the chocolate and the wonderful pastries and wine but we learned a lot about the history of the district. I loved the fact that we were a small group and that we were always able to hear and understand everything Mathieu explained to us. Note that the walking is difficult for anyone with bad knees or hips since it is mostly cobblestone (slanted on both sides of a gully). We have come to realize that Paris in general is not for the unfit. p.s The snack in the park was a nice touch.

Elizabeth L Great experience with Jennifer! Jennifer was wonderful! She really knows her cheese and wine. We sampled 10 cheeses and 4 wines, and they were all excellent. Brie in Paris is so much better than French Brie in the US – you owe it to yourself to taste it and learn why.

Kim L Fantastic tour and informative guide! The Paris by Mouth tours were highly recommended by a friend and this tour with Andres in North Marais by far exceeded our expectations. I went with my husband and our 29 year old niece. Andres took us to a Boulangerie, a cheese store, a charcuterie, a chocolate store, and we ended at a wine shop where we sat down to taste various wines while enjoying the foods that he had collected for us from each of our stops. We learned some interesting facts about all of the above and the very cool Marais neighborhood as well. It was a very enjoyable and relaxed 3 1/2 hour tour that Andres put together for us. We look forward to going back and doing one of their other neighborhood tours!

Sue B True food experience We did the North Marais food tour with Isabelle and had a fantastic time. The knowledge that she shared as well as the care and thought put into the selection of food for us to try was excellent. It was also a great end to be able to sample the produce in the wine bar with some lovely wines to match.

Lisa C Must do tour in Paris The best croissant I have ever tasted!!!! So good the family requested that I pick them up again before we left Paris. Marion was so knowledgeable, she took us to top locations and we ate the best that Paris has to offer. Make sure you show up with an empty stomach. The wine pairing were fantastic. Marion went above and beyond in helping us get a dinner reservation for a larger group on very short notice. I highly recommend this tour!

Debbie Lee Wonderful food insights to an amazing collection of vendors in a dynamic area of the Marais What a wonderful morning food tour including secrets on where to dine, a lovely inner courtyard garden for your picnic and clues to past Parisian life from Marais architecture. We all couldn’t believe the richness and depth of flavor of the 5 cheeses we sampled and why that is. Lots of history, and origination of foods from an experienced restauranteur and generous hearted Parisian!

aussiepals Fantastic What an experience. Wow. Our group of 8 were treated to an experience we will not forget. Thank you Deniz. Yum yum yum and wine at the end was absolutely sublime. We learnt so much and Dinez’s knowledge of food was amazing. Thank you.

Climber765147 Fabulous! This was an amazing, informative, and very enjoyable tour and a lovely way to spend an afternoon! Stephanie was a wonderful guide and I was especially thrilled with her extensive knowledge of wines as well as the way she explained everything we tasted. Definitely a 5 star experience!!!!

Nay I’ve done it before and I’ll do it again! A fun foodie walking tour! We did a Paris by Mouth tour 5 years and loved it so much that we did another neighborhood on this trip. Our guide, Marion, was knowledgeable, funny, and welcoming. We’ll definitely plan another walking tour with Paris by Mouth the next time we’re in Paris.

Nancy L This food tour was outstanding!!! Our guide Stephen has real expertise about food, was wonderful to listen to. He shared Our guide Stephen has real expertise about food and shared it in a very generous way. He had a terrific mix of people skills, stories and facts that made everything about the tour come alive. He is also an excellent facilitator and engaged everyone on the tour. This was a top notch experience and I highly recommend it.

Marioncronin Awesome tour with a very knowledgeable guide Just enjoyed a 3 1/2 hour tour of the West Saint-Germain with Neil. He was awesome, so professional, so much information, very organized in explaining the background to the cheese regions, charcuterie elements and wine domains. A relaxed pace, all the shop owners that we visited knew him well, very efficiently done. We ended on the second floor of a quaint wine shop to feast on the items we had picked up along the way. A very enjoyable group of 6 other people. We have also been making great use of the Paris by Mouth recommended restaurants list to book our lunches and dinners – all winners! Thanks to Neil for an excellent afternoon and to Meg for the recs. Highly recommended!

shellyf Great tour guide & Parisian neighborhood. Our tour guide, Andres, was incredibly knowledgeable about the food & the area we visited. (Marais) He was personable and gladly answered all our many questions. We tasted some delicious food including croissants, chocolates, a wonderful array of cheeses, country pate and salamis. We washed the last down with some tasty wines. I strongly recommend this tour & tour guide.

Compass17263512808 Highly Recommend The tour with Deniz in S Marais will remain one of the most positive memories of our time in Paris. Deniz was informative and clever. Her food knowledge and selections were fun and tasty. We got to see a hidden garden and enjoyed our cheese, dessert and wine in a lovely back space of local wine shop. Deniz provided interesting historical context for the food and neighborhood. Highly recommend.

Julze756 Great way to experience French food Had a very interesting and enjoyable afternoon with Aurélien on the North Marais food tour. Lots of very tasty food enjoyed including croissants, baguettes, chocolates,charcuterie selections , cheeses and wines. Aurélien was passionate about French produce and hearing the origins and processes of creating these foods made the whole experience very enjoyable and delicious. Highly recommended.

Terry-and-Dot Superb, simply superb! This was our second food tour with Paris by Mouth. We took the Le Marais tour with Neil about 18 months ago which we thoroughly enjoyed, so we came back for more. This time our guide and advisor was Marion for the West Saint-Germain food tour. We knew the format of what to expect but different cheeses, different chocolates, different wines and the opportunity to explore a new area of Paris, we had a great time. Marion is a great guide, she is so enthusiastic and excited to tell you about what makes France and its food so special. She is very knowledgeable and her selection of cheeses, meats and wines were excellent. I’ll try pretty much anything from a food and drink perspective, but some of the pairings were not what I expected and they all worked perfectly. I highly recommend Paris by Mouth and their food tours. Their guides are just the best. We will be back for more next time we are in Paris! Thank you Marion for a most informative and enjoyable tour.

Alison N Great tour thru East St Germain We had an amazing time with Neil ,our guide exploring East St Germain. Neil was a wealth of info and introduced our group to some of the best food we had during our time in Paris. He was a terrific host! I highly recommend this experience. Thanks Neil for a memorable experience.

Scott M Fantastic tour with Stephanie We did the Paris by Mouth West Saint Germaine tour with Stephanie. She was excellent! The tour was fantastic. Would highly recommend. She was an amazing guide. Well worth it. Fantastic North Marais food tour with Diane Magnifique! Merci beaucoup Diane for a fabulous food tour. I did the North Marais food tour and it was definitely one of the highlights of my Parisian trip. Diane is very pleasant, friendly and knowledgeable and crafted the perfect food itinerary for our group. We sampled the best croissants, fromage, charcuterie and chocolat. Portions were generous and the trip culminated in a very charming wine shop with good food, wine and company. Diane also kindly sent us detailed info afterwards re all the food sampled. I learned so much and my heart and belly were full! I will definitely do another Paris by Mouth tour on my next visit. A wonderful way to spend a Parisian afternoon ?

Sally R North Marais food tour My 14 year old son and I went with Faye on the North Marais food tour, and we loved it! Faye is a delight, and it was a lot of fun.

Alexander T Great experience on the South Marais tour Had a great experience on the South Marais tour with Neil! All of the pastries/bread/cheeses/wines/chocolate were absolutely top-notch, and Neil was a very informative and gregarious guide.

Michael M The South Marais. Wow! Stephanie guided us through the South Marais pointing out pertinent historical spots. We stopped by multiple shops containing breads, pastries, cheeses, chocolates and wine culminating in a sit down feast that couldn’t be beat. The variety of cheeses, wines and sweets were incredible but Stephanie explained everything easily as we gnawed and sipped our way to gastronomy bliss. Also met some lovely like minded folks to share the journey with. Looking forward to the next time.

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIPADVISOR in April 2023:

Miranda W The Parisian experience I was hoping for! Our East St Germain food tour was easily one of the highlights of our trip! We had the BEST guide, Isabelle, she was so kind and very pleasant to listen to! She was extremely knowledgeable on French gastronomy, we learned so much! I wish there was an all day food tour with Isabelle, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner! We would definitely be interested in doing that next time because we enjoyed this one so much haha! Either way- we will absolutely choose Paris By Mouth food tours when we visit again, and would recommend this tour to anyone! I loved the wine tastings at the end, which all paired well with our collection of cheeses and bread! Isabelle gets 10 ?? stars from our group!!!

paulabsimon A foodie must in Paris! This was our 2nd Paris by Mouth food tour. We rarely duplicate an experience when we travel but we had such a great time on our visit in 2017 that we decided to do another tour in a location that we were less familiar with-the North Marais- and it was a perfect way to spend a Sunday. Stephen was a fantastic guide. Among the many stops – an award winning boulangerie where Stephen provided a lesson on how to judge a baguette, a beautiful fromagerie to learn about French cheeses, a stunning chocolate shop. This is a tour for foodies, lasting almost 3.5-4 hours. As a bonus, you get a subscription to the Paris by Mouth newsletter which is an absolute “go-to” for restaurant reviews and recommendations. Can’t say enough positive about Stephen, the food tour or the insights of Paris by Mouth!

Katie G A perfect way to taste a bit of Paris! A tour with Paris by Mouth with Diane R was recommended to me and my friend for our trip to Paris, and it did not disappoint! This tour was a perfect way to spend the morning, learning more about French culture and food, and get the inside scoop on a neighborhood in Paris. Diane planned the perfect tour, stopping at a boulangerie, fromagerie, charcuterie, wine shop (where we got to sit, eat, drink, and enjoy for a couple hours!), and chocolate shop. It was all within about a two block radius – so there was not too much walking involved. Diane was extremely well prepared with everything we would need like hand sanitizer, trays, plates, etc. She called ahead in some locations to ensure we could get the most out of exploring (and eating!). She was so knowledgeable on the food and history. I loved learning about what goes into making “the best croissant in Paris” or the innovation of a fromagerie that ages cheese on site. She tailored the experience and ingredients for our little lunch based on the interests and tastes of everyone on the tour.

If you’re headed to Paris, you should definitely take a tour, especially with Diane! I can’t wait for my next trip to Paris, so I can explore another neighborhood with Paris by Mouth.

Kim87507 Heavenly experience for cheese fanatics My husband and I attended the “Cheese Explosion” experience, and it was excellent. Our guide, Marion, was energetic, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic, and had such a fun way to help us better understand the world of cheese. But not just cheese, but how to do pairings with wine, how to arrange a cheese tasting, why raw milk cheeses are superior, and why it makes a difference to go to a fromagerie that also has a cave to ripen the cheeses.

Sophia L High Expectations Exceeded! A MUST DO! My husband and I did the North Marais tour. We’ve traveled quite a bit and done our fair share of tours around the world so we have high expectations – and this exceeded it. It was a perfect combination of timing/pace, information/history and of course FOOD. Our guide was able to not only knowledgeable about what we were eating/drinking, he was able to give the story and history behind each thing. It is a walking tour, but it’s not overwhelming and you do get to sit for the last ~hour for the wine tasting. It was raining during most of our tour and even then our guide was able to adjust to ensure a good experience. If it’s raining, do bring a jacket/umbrella and you’ll be just fine. I honestly wish we had more time to do all of their tours.

kemabu1 Fun in North Marais Faye may be new to Paris by Mouth but she is not new to food and wine. She led our group with a wealth of information and was fun to spend our time with. We literally wanted to bring her around with us the rest of the night!! We enjoyed the stops along the way and learning more about French wine, cheese, meat and chocolate! Unfortunately it will make eating cheese back in the states a sad experience as we can’t get these unpasteurized cheeses! Thoroughly enjoyed by our group ranging in age from 15-71. We were a group of 7 so we ended up with a private tour…. Bonus!!! Thanks PBM and Faye! Now how do I get my hands on one of those PBM bags!!??

Kathleen L The hit of our trip to Paris! Great tour from Christina of the Left Bank. Fantastic information and food. As someone who knows cheese, I was very impressed with the quality of the cheeses Christina selected for us to try. The tasting was held in a wine store cellar — a nice, private space. And the patisserie, the chocolate purveyor, and the boulangerie were of the highest quality. We brought along our teen-aged granddaughter on her first trip to Paris — this was definitely a highlight of our trip. We enjoyed walking through the area. We had previously been on a tour of the Marais with Aurélien, and it was equally fantastic. Paris by Mouth, you are two for two! Thank you.

Phoebe B My favorite thing we did on my first trip to Paris! This was, by far, my favorite activity my friend, Katie, and I did during our first trip to Paris! Diane R. came highly recommended so we knew we wanted to book her for our Paris by Mouth tour of North Marais.

Diane had an amazing day planned for us where we visited a boulangerie, a fromagerie, a chartcuterie, a wine shop, and we finished in a chocolate shop. Diane was extremely prepared – I was very impressed that she had called many of the places ahead of time to place orders which reduced our waiting times. She came prepared with hand sanitizer, trays, napkins, and gave us all plenty of time to take instagram pictures of the food! She made sure to ask each of us what we were interested in learning and tasting and made sure to include that in the tour – a nice personalized touch!

Diane was extremely knowledgeable and I enjoyed learning about the history of France and Paris through the incredible food it has to offer. I HIGHLY recommend this tour and Diane!! Will definitely be coming back (as soon as possible)! Bon appetite!

Annika U The best of the best in Paris The only regret I have about this tour was not planning the tour at the beginning of our trip! We learned so much and the food was amazing! Marion, our guide, was an excellent resource for food and restaurants to try during our stay. Too bad we only had two days left on our trip! I guess we will have to go back. FYI, our family did the Left Bank Tour with our 3 kids, ages 10-17. We all agreed it was one of our favorite experiences of the entire trip. If…no, WHEN we go back, we will absolutely try another tour.

Jason B Delicious and Amazing for the Family This was an incredibly tasty, fun, and informative food and drink adventure! We did the original St Germain tour. It was my wife and me with our two teenagers (15 and 14). We all loved it! Savannah was a fantastic host as was her colleague, Sarah. The tour was just 8 people in total so it made for an intimate experience. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! This was an incredible way to start our day as the tour was from 10am-1pm. The rest of the day was simply better as a result. We had apple tarts, chocolate, breads, cheeses, wines and more. Absolutely delightful!!

Samantha C West Saint Germain food tour exceeded our expectations! We did the food tour of West Saint Germain and what a delight it was! Amber’s knowledge of the history and food is incredible. We learned about baguettes, croissants, chocolates, many cheeses, charcuterie, chefs and wine. The tour was a great way to intimately know a region in Paris and we enjoyed it so much that we returned on our the next day to explore further on our own. Amber followed up after the tour with an email which summarized our afternoon including everything we had sampled. We highly recommend Amber and look forward to returning to Paris to take another one of the tours by Paris by Mouth!

CHERIEParisFrance Your mouth will be happy! A great way to enjoy your time in Paris. Our guide, Mathieu, showed us some amazing places. The foods on the tour were top notch: breads, charcuterie, cheeses, chocolates and wine. Tres, tres Bon!

Lindsey S Fantastic food and wine My son and I loved our food and wine tour expertly led by Deniz. Fantastic food, history, drink – all delivered with so much passion and love for Paris. The South of Marais tour includes very interesting history and is a charming neighborhood not to be missed but is way better with an expert guide. Come hungry as all these bites add up! We loved this tour and highly recommend it for those who love gourmet food, history, and trying new things.

Oksana B Paris food with Diane was a Five Star experience This really made our trip to Paris. We always do food tours, but this is exceptional and unique. Diane was a phenomenal host for our learning trip through the Left Bank. Getting to better understand the Paris food culture really was a wonderful experience. All the foods were amazing and eating together in a beautiful wine cellar continued the learning, the deliciousness, and hospitality! Highly recommend, it is not to be missed!

Elizabeth M SO. MUCH. FUN. We felt like we struck pay dirt when two spots opened up on the sold-out French Cheese tour! Jennifer is incredibly knowledgeable about cheese (of course!), but also wine and food and chocolate and … Although we’ve been to Paris many times, we’ve never taken a food tour; it gave us a new appreciation for the dedication to the cheese-making craft in France and we loved having now some ‘insider’ info. Thanks to Jenn and Paris By Mouth for such a beautiful experience.

Thomas M If you like French food and wine… The interaction between Diane and all of the guests was fantastic and made the tour enjoyable and memorable. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and the company and left with our stomachs full. Definitely a “do not miss” tour for a great afternoon!

pam Perfect Food Tour – for adults and family We LOOOVED our food tour with Neil —- we took our 16 year old twin girls and were joined by 4 other people and enjoyed this SO much! Neil was clearly incredibly knowledgeable about the food and wine in Paris and took us to such great spots for cheese, bread, sweets and delicious wine. Neil made the tour enjoyable for all of us and would highly recommend this tour for food lovers who also want to see Paris and learn some of the history and facts about Paris food!!

Lauren K Food Lover’s Rejoice By far the highlight of our time in Paris, as informative as it was delicious! Marion was FANTASTIC! So much fun, so knowledgeable and ready and willing to share that knowledge – her background in hospitality was evident from the moment we did round-robin introductions. And then there’s the food, OMG the food! I would be remiss if I didn’t also mention that our initial tour in North Marais was impacted with protests and Paris by Mouth was exceptionally communicative and as flexible as possible in helping us change our tour at the last minute. Overall a fantastic experience that I would do again and again (if only I could be in Paris all the time!)

Daniel G Great Afternoon It was a perfect way to spend late morning and lunch. Marie did a great job giving us the back stories on the places we visited. The food was amazing and the company delightful. We would highly recommend this tour. As a side note, we tried on the restaurant recommendations and it was probably our favorite meal this trip.

Anne I What a blast! We had the best time on our tour with Marion. She is knowledgeable, friendly, funny and adorable. Our 13 and 16 year old boys had a great time as well. I recommend this to anyone traveling to Paris.

Krista S Delightful tour We had the most amazing tour with Stephen yesterday. His knowledge of the food and wine scene in the region was incredibly educational and his bright personality made the tour extra special. Definitely take advantage of this gem of a tour next time in Paris!

kriselis An amazing tour and taste of Paris We took the North Marais tour with Andres and it was definitely the highlight of our trip to Paris. My husband is still talking about how this was the best day of our trip because of the food tour. We started off with a boulangerie, stopped by a chocolate shop, and ended with a wine, cheese, and meat sit down meal. We were both so full but we were able to take some leftovers with us. Everything was top notch and highly rated. We learned so much about food and wine from Andres who was an absolute expert. This food tour is a must do while in Paris.

Carolyn H Learning with Lynn! April 23, 2023, thoroughly enjoyed the West Saint Germain, Paris by mouth food tour with Lynn! She was an excellent guide and provided wonderful and educational information on chocolate, breads, pastries, cheeses, and of course wine. This is my second tour with the company and I would definitely do it again and recommend to All. Cheese and wine for breakfast is not a bad way to start your day. Thank you, Lynn.

Michelle Marion’s Left Bank Tour was AMAZING!! We had the best time w Marion’s food and wine tour on the Left Bank. The best croissant. The best baguette and cheeses. Beautiful pastries and chocolates. And delicious wine. It was all perfect. My college age son even gave rave reviews! Marion was so informed, gracious and warm. We highly recommend this food tour to orient yourselves to French wine and cheese. And Marion even helped us w our dinner reservations! Thank you Paris by Mouth, we will tell everyone about this amazing experience!!

Discover35539904919 Fun and delicious West St. Germain tour Enjoyed an excellent tasting tour-the guide Isabelle was so informative and good-natured. We went to five wonderful shops, all of which I would return to, and ended up at a lovely wine store where we went upstairs and shared delicious bread, cheese, charcuterie, wine, chocolate and pastries while Isabelle explained everything. So much fun-highly recommend.

Catherine T Tours for foodies Love these food tours. I did a back to back tour of the Left Bank and North Marais, luckily with Aurélien who was really knowledgeable on the food, history and local information. It was a nice combination of walking, talking about food and later on sitting down for wine. We had bread, cheese, pate, charcuterie and pastries. The tour was well curated, offering the best of the neighborhood. The storytelling was awesome, felt like you’re talking to a food nerd friend. Later on we got a very detailed email on what we’ve eaten. Will definitely go back again and tour the other areas.

Kendall E Yummy tour! Be ready to learn and eat! We had a wonderful tour lead by Christina! She was both knowledgeable and enthusiastic, which made us feel welcomed and engaged during the entire tour! By the end, we were full and very happy to have experienced the left bank food tour!

Denise N The WOW experience We enjoyed the North Side tour with Marion. It was fantastic. I think I had the best croissant ever, we leaned about the different cheeses, chocolates and wine. We also went to a special bakery where they only serve a themed pastry for that day, our day was French pastry with a Japanese flare. Everything was incredible. That being said Marion is the one that brought it all to life. Her passion, knowledge and zest for life created an extraordinary experience. She made learning fun and really created a magical moment for us. I highly recommend taking this tour. Super fun!

Megan S The Best Way to Eat Your Way Through Paris! We had the best time on the South Marais tour where we ate our weight in baguettes, cheese, chocolate, and pâtissière. Everything we had was divine and meeting the proprietors and learning more about each gave us a deeper appreciation for Parisian food culture. Stephan, our guide, was an Irishman who’d lived and cooked in Paris for 29 years. He was both knowledgeable and loads of fun. We didn’t stop laughing (or eating) the entire tour. Stephan, if you host Dublin pub crawls, count us in! All you want to do in Paris is eat anyway, and this is the best way to do it. Highly recommend!

Stephanie p Amazing Food Tour Marion was amazing tour guide! So knowledgeable about wine, cheese, Paris, pastries, you name it! We learned so much from her and we enjoyed some amazing food and wine. The Left Bank Tour was definitely one of the highlights of our Paris trip. Marions’s amazing energy and expertise made the whole experience wonderful.

tony g. Small Food Mongers of Marais Par Excellence We did the Marais South tour with the very charming and impressively knowledgeable foodie Irishman Steven.It could not have been better. Wonderful choices of artisan cheese, pastry and chocolate vendors and Steven taught us things about cheese in particular which opened our eyes to the incredibly diverse flavors inherent in raw milk cheeses( All 5 kinds) , pastries and traditional baguettes, with small histories of the area thrown in. Our end of tour sit down tasting was in a cave below a wine shop in an older Paris building, quite cozy and atmospheric. As seasoned lifelong world travelers with considerable touring experiences we can be critical however Steven gets only praise for a relaxing and educational experience we will not forget . I better appreciate fine cheese. Thank you Steven.

David K Marais Cheese Explosion — A+++ The Marais Cheese Explosion tour was the highlight of our week in Paris. Our host Marion took us on a gastronomic tour of france pairing 10 cheeses with four perfect wines. Marion was the most genial, informed, and lovely host we could imagine. Her bright and bubbly personality was the perfect complement to her knowledge fo the food and wine she presented us. Five stars!

Barbara C Yummy Tour! Aurelien was simply marvelous! He was charming, knowledgeable and provided wonderful follow up of our tour. We would do again!

Marie L Left Bank Food Tour: Exquisite The Left Bank food tour with Marion was excellent. Her passion for highlighting the best France offers is palpable. I learned so much from this food tour, thanks to Marion: how to shop a cheese store, how to read the labels, MOF designations, and the list goes on….I will definitely share Paris by Mouth with any of my colleagues/friends that find themselves in Paris. Exquisite.

Charles G Yummy Paris Food Tour We had a delicious and informative tour of traditional Paris breads, chocolates, wine, etc. our engaging and delightful guide Marion was delightful, articulate, and knowledgeable. If you want to know how informed Parisians eat and drink miss this tour. Wonderful!

dianeecw French Cheese Explosion—Do It! My husband and I went on the French Cheese Explosion tour with Marion Caves. We highly recommend this tour. The cheeses and wine pairings were terrific. Marion is very knowledgeable and made the entire experience lots of fun. We will definitely take another tour with Paris By Mouth. (Also, the list of restaurants via their blog is great in identifying local finds.)

Kate B Foodie Alert Our guide Savannah and her co-host were one of the highlights of our trip to Paris. We started with warm croissants, she took us along as she shopped our picnic which was then held in a very cool wine cellar. We had a small group so very easy to ask questions. I will definitely take another tour with this company.

Alex M A must do activity for foodies visiting Paris! Visiting and walking around North Marais was an unforgettable experience. Not to mention the food was delicious! We learned so much about the cuisine and got to try so much food I would have never otherwise been able to order myself. Diane was our tour guide and she was kind, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. The group was small enough that it didn’t feel intimidating at all. This was one of the highlights of our trip!

ilana m Fabulous experience Our tour guide Neil was amazing. He was excellent with my children and was extremely patient and flexible with their needs. He was knowledgeable in the area and followed up with a detailed email where we had been. I highly recommend him and this tour company and will be hiring them again.

Gretel H A Must Do Experience We booked a Left Bank Food Tour with Marion and it was one of our favorite experiences on our trip to Paris. We had 4 kids with us, varying in ages from 11-15 and adults (8 in total). One was gluten-free. Marion worked with our group to make sure everyone enjoyed all aspects of the food we tried. My only regret was booking the trip on our last day in Paris, so that we did not have time to revisit some of the places we went on our tour. I can’t say enough about this experience–it was so special for everyone.

2centsSanFrancisco Amazing food tour Great walking, eating, & wine tasting tour! Our family of 3, including our 13 year old, all loved this tour. Our guide, Aurelien, was very knowledgeable, fun, & engaging. Highly recommend!

Renee S North Marais with Stephen Stephen was a fantastic guide and not only showed us many hidden gems in the North Marais neighborhood but also taught us so much about food culture in France. My favorite thing was the map he used to show us, as we tasted each wine and cheese, what part of France it came from. It was the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon

Barbara L An amazing Experience! This was an amazing food tour. Our guide Deniz was incredible. She was extremely knowledgeable about food and wine and made this tour so enjoyable! We took the South Marais tour, the neighborhood is so fun and the food and wine was amazing! Cannot recommend this tour and guide highly enough !

Jordan B Fantastic! We had the best time! Diane was so knowledgeable and made it a great tour. I also took my 6 year old daughter – always a bit of a risk 🙂 but she had a great time, too. This was a highlight of our trip!

rebecca b THE BEST! AMAZING! Even better than expected. Jennifer was friendly and thorough, and it was a great tour. We tasted 4 wines and 11 cheeses!!! Highly recommend.

howdybonjour Super fun and informative tour Had a super time with this small group tour. Our guide Neil took great care of us… was knowledgeable and fun! I’ve been to Paris many times and taken quite a few food tours but still learned a lot and just had a really enjoyable afternoon. One tip: be prepared for the weather! I hadn’t realized how much of the tour would be outside talking and walking (probably should have, didn’t read carefully).

Kabradle Highly recommend Paris by Mouth tour We had such a lovely experience on our tour of the Left Bank. Diane’s expertise and warm demeanor made the experience feel less like a tour and more like experience the area with a friend of a friend. I’d highly recommend Paris by Mouth to anyone who enjoys food!

JBond214 Get a taste of the local experience Awesome tour, highly recommended! Great local guides. Nice to go in the neighborhoods where you might not otherwise go and sample all the best local treats!

Our Food and Wine Tour of the Left Bank, with our guide, Marion, was amazing! Marion brought energy and excitement to the tour. The food selections were out of this world. It was a great learning and tasting experience.

My friend and I took your French wine and it was amazing ! Paris is always a good idea and we think it would be good to book another one when we come again to Paris !

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIPADVISOR in February 2023:

Highly recommend Our tour of East St. Germaine was a highlight of our Paris trip. Jennifer was a wonderful guide – extremely knowledgeable and fun to spend time with, taking us on the perfect blend of stops with wonderful tastes and stories along the way (although nothing could beat the bakery where we started)! We would absolutely do another PBM tour again on our next trip. — Tasting Paris Visiting museums and important sightseeing spots is certainly important in Paris. Also tasting and delighting in all that Paris offers is truly a must! No one better than your guide from Paris by Mouth tours. Aurelien was so knowledgeable and enjoyable. Because of him, we ate the most delicious bread and croissants , cheeses and chocolates and fruit pates. Ended our tour in a wine shop. A fabulous experience ! Matthieu, a future guide added to the fun! — Delicious way to learn I did the Left Bank tour during a short stay in Paris and it was fantastic! Isabelle, our tour guide, shared great info about the different foods and makers. The group size was small and everyone really enjoyed the day. The pace was easygoing, but we covered a lot of territory. Capping the day off with a tasting of cheese, wine, and desserts in a very old wine cellar was a great way to end the tour. Highly recommend! — You don’t know that a macaron is until you try the one in this tour! Absolutely heavenly!! We did the Left Bank Small Group Tour last Wednesday, February 15. We had an absolutely fantastic experience. This was, by far, the best food tour I have had in my life. The quality of the products/places we visited, the pace, and the variety were just the best of the best. We learned a lot in the most relaxed, delicious, and fun way. Having Marion as our guide was like winning the food tour guide lottery. She really is the best! She is personable, funny, and knows so much!! We absolutely loved this tour and will definitely do other tours with Paris by Mouth when we come back to Paris. Thank you Marion and Paris by Mouth! Mirtha and Steve. — Definitely Recommend! We had such a wonderful time on our tour of North Le Marais today. Marion was an amazing guide to the food of an amazing city. The food and wine was carefully curated and Marion was an expert on both. She tells great stories and made the tour upbeat and interesting. She also makes suggestions for restaurants in other parts of Paris. Great day! — One of the best Paris experiences! The Paris by Mouth tour in a north Marais was a top experience for our trip! Our tour was led by Diane who was so congenial, kind, and knowledgeable. We were lucky to have an intimate tour of five. Diane allowed the tour to become more of a conversation vs a lecture and we were able to learn so much about our neighborhood purveyors and their crafts alongside the French traditions and way of enjoying food. This tour will become a top recommendation for me to my friends. The price may seem like a lot at first glance, but it is incredibly worth it! I was told to book the food tour both early in my trip and in the neighborhood where I was staying to get to know the area we’d be calling home. This was fabulous advice and I hope others do the same. Also just an FYI- my mother joined us and she has limited mobility/endurance due to a current cancer treatment. She was able to participate and do the walking part with no issue. — Fully Satisfied! I found this tour company through Tripadvisor and have nothing but great things to say! Our Left Bank food tour with Neil was excellent – even according to my husband who was initially sceptical that a guided tour would be worth the time and cost. Neil was knowledgable and personable and available even after the tour for dining and other food suggestions! The food on the tour was also so good – we ended up going back to the bakery 2 more times during our stay for the amazing pastries and croissants. I would absolutely recommend this tour. We found Paris by Mouth over on instagram as well and ended up subscribing for restaurant recommendations and were wowed by every place we ate at during our stay – exactly the type of meals we were hoping for and much better than most of the random places we found on our own. We were 100% not let down by any of their suggestions! — Delicious way to learn I did the Left Bank tour during a short stay in Paris and it was fantastic! Isabelle, our tour guide, shared great info about the different foods and makers. The group size was small and everyone really enjoyed the day. The pace was easygoing, but we covered a lot of territory. Capping the day off with a tasting of cheese, wine, and desserts in a very old wine cellar was a great way to end the tour. Highly recommend! — Eating our way through the South Marais A friend and I did the South Marais tour with Marion this week. It was my second Paris by Mouth tour, and Denise’s third. Marion is thoroughly knowledgeable and perfectly delightful, as well! Although we’ve been staying in the Marais when visiting Paris for more than 6 years, we were introduced to places we didn’t know … but to which we will now be happy to return! These food tours are a great way to immerse yourself in Paris through the medium of food and wine … what’s not to like? I’d recommend these tours to anyone who likes to eat and drink, and Marion is a keeper! — Yum! We took the Marais tour with Isabelle. It was fantastic. She was a great group leader who put everyone at ease and had a deep knowledge of the subject matter, having worked in fine dining. The formula for these trips (croissant, cheese, pastry, chocolate, wine) is delightful. Can’t wait to do another! — Outstanding Jennifer, our guide was warm, friendly, personable, knowledgeable and funny! A great personality and very knowledgeable based on her personal and professional background. 15 stars out of 10…. Take the tour!!!! — Best Tour Ever A highlight of our Paris trip was our Paris by mouth tour/tasting of the best spots for bread, chocolates, cheese, and wine in Paris. What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Jennifer was so knowledgeable (food and history), kind, and anticipatory. She immediately greeted us and welcomed us with a smile and friendly hello in English which was a little refreshing since feeling like an outsider trying to keep up with your French. The tour has the perfect timing. Just when you are getting chilly you are back inside learning again. The perfect amount of stops shopping for your goods before you arrive at – what feels like a secret wine cave – the wine shop that has a basement table and comfy chairs. We spread out and kicked back and enjoyed the yummy finds. Everything we ate and drank was delicious and selected perfectly for us. Wonderful assortment. We had great conversation over our yummy bites. It felt like we were hanging out with friends. We would have never known to go to the local spots on the tour. Felt like an insider. I loved the secret garden we had our pastries in. Was a great way to explore Paris. Overall 10/10 would highly recommend including this your in your Paris itinerary. Will be back!! — Thank you Marion! Thanks to Marion we had the most fantastic day in Paris on the North Le Marais tour. Her energy and knowledge was outstanding. We learned so much and really appreciated her attention to detail. So friendly, so fun, was absolutely the best part of our Paris trip! Thank you Marion! — An informative and enjoyable tour Thank you Aurelian for such an informative and enjoyable time! We tasted some delicious cheeses, meats, bread, chocolate and champagne. — French Cheese Explosion Tour with Jennifer Jennifer was the perfect tour guide for the French Cheese Explosion Tour. She was knowledgeable and passionate about French cheese, and wine, and more. We learned a great deal and had a wonderful time – my husband and I were thrilled with the experience, and it was a delight to see our young adult sons enjoying the event as well. It was a highlight of a very special week in Paris – thanks again to Jennifer!

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in January 2023:

Great tour A very informative and enjoyable tour, our guide Neil was knowledgeable and approachable and very kindly supplied an extra treat of champagne as we were in Paris for an important birthday. The food was delicious and we now have some excellent places to revisit in future trips to Paris. — Paris by Mouth is Fantastic Our family of four went on a Paris by Mouth tour of East Saint Germain with Neil in January 2023. Neil was a fabulous guide with amazing information about the neighborhood and the food. Everything we ate and drank was absolutely delicious! We learned a lot and had a GREAT time! We would highly recommend Paris by Mouth! — Perfect introduction to food in Paris We were lucky enough to score a Left Bank food tour with Marion on a chilly January Day in Paris.It was our first full day of a one week stay and it was the perfect orientation for the week. It was fun, educational, delicious, and inspiring. If you want to laugh a lot, taste a lot, and learn a lot, take one of these tours. Marion is fabulous. — Enrichment to both the mind and the tummy! We had Marion today who gave us a wonderful experience. As it turned out, there was only a very small amount of walking to do. While our stops were at what were seemingly ordinary places, Marion brought to life the significance of each of those places with interesting historical accounts and background information. Marion was very well versed in French cuisine, in particular, wine and cheese. I learned so much about these cultural gems of France and felt intellectually enriched. The yummy food on the way was a bonus. I would recommend this tour to anyone who likes food and wine, not just gastronomic connoisseurs and buffs as Marion made everything very accessible and fun. Thanks Marion, vous étés merveilleuse !!! — Great way to try delicious new food, explore new places, and learn about food and wine We had Marion for our tour guide and we had a fabulous time! She is so knowledgeable about everything we tried- the bread, croissants, cheeses, wines, pastries, and chocolates. The Latin Quarter was also such a cool place to explore while trying new things. This tour was recommended to me and I would definitely recommend it to anyone coming to Paris. — Perfect way to start your visit in Paris Marion was a supremely knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging tour guide. We enjoyed her vast culinary knowledge as well as her sense of humor and willingness to offer recommendations both during and after the tour. — Paris with a local Marion and the Paris by Mouth tour were sensational! The experience was like meeting an old friend you haven’t seen in months, hitting up the best local spots for bread, cheese, chocolate and wine followed by a relaxed gathering in a cellar to remanence about the days of old. Marion was knowledgeable, informative, entertaining and had a clever name for everyone, whiskey boy!!! I highly recommend this tour! — Left Bank Food Tour with Amazing Guide Marion The Left Bank food tour was amazing. Our guide Marion was so knowledgeable, warm and fun – she even gave us restaurant recommendations for later in our trip. She took us around the area to some awesome spots before we finished the tour with a wine and cheese tasting. It was our favorite activity on our 6 day trip to Paris and would highly recommend this food tour! — Aurélien was a terrific guide! Aurélien was an excellent guide for our Left Bank food tour. We were the only two people on our small group tour, so it was effectively private. Aurélien tailored the tour to our interests and was highly knowledgeable. The highlight was definitely the wine and cheese tasting. I would certainly recommend a tour with Paris by Mouth. Their website and Substack are also great sources of restaurant reviews and recommendations. — Very enjoyable, highly recommended! The tour and tasting experience was highly enjoyable, and Aurélien is a top-notch guide and host! It was great to not only sample various delicacies from local shops (including the best croissant in Paris, from Isabelle’s), but also to get a bit of a neighborhood tour on the Left Bank. As for the tasting lunch itself, the wines and cheeses were all superb. I’ve already recommended Paris but Mouth to other friends who will be traveling to Paris soon. — Well worth doing! We had a great tour with Aurèlien. Croissants, cheese, chocolate, pastries and wine! In addition, Aurèlien gave us a bit of the history of the area. There were 4 of us and we were joined by 4 others. Really nice group! Highly recommend this tour. — A wonderful food tour in the North Marais! I took the North Marais Tour in September 2022 with Amber and absolutely loved it! Amber was so knowledgeable and I felt as if I were on a tour with a friend. I loved that we had a small group and we were able to sit down at a table after visiting several shops and truly enjoy the samples Amber chose for us — with some amazing wines, of course — and leave feeing full and happy, but not overly so. It was a delightful tour and I would do another one again without question! — Day in Marias Oui Oui! My 21 year old daughter and I had the most delightful tour yesterday in Marais with Stephen. I recommend this tour highly! Who knew there were five kinds of cheese made in France and that I should look for “traditional” baguettes! Thank you again wonderful day. — A great foodie walking tour We did the South Marias food tour in mid December with Jennifer and it was fantastic. Jennifer was knowledgeable and really friendly, and the tour was interesting, generous and DELICIOUS! What a great way to find some of the genuine and ‘real’ spots in Paris, and to have some fun along the way. — Best tour – as if a friend took you around the city and shared favorites with you Wonderful food tour led by Diane. Learned about the neighborhood, its culture and people. Diane was very knowledgeable, friendly and answered all of our questions. Felt like a friend was taking us around her neighborhood. Got to eat some delicious breads, cheese, charcuterie and sweets — all enjoyed with fantastic wine. Our group was also so joyous and fun. — Awesome experience! Myself and my 12 year old daughter participated in a tour and I could not recommend it highly enough! We both thought it was so much fun. Our guide Deniz was incredibly knowledge, so fun and we were so impressed! Highly recommend!

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in December 2022: I’m visiting from NYC and am a food enthusiast and also have many friends in the industry. Our guide Isabelle, was very knowledgeable, and also did a great job at making everyone feel included and making the experience approachable. I have been on very mediocre food tours in Paris and would definitely seek out Paris Bu Mouth again. — The perfect food tour! I could do this cheese tour a hundred times and I would never tire of it. Jennifer was so knowledgeable and personable. I wouldn’t hesitate booking other tours with Paris By Mouth in the future. Thank you so much, Jennifer! — Expert guide of the best in class Marion provided four couples (all of us unknown to one another) a delicious education in the best of Paris. The best croissant, amazing cheese, wine, baguette, and chocolate. All the finest places to visit in the 6th Arrondissement. She was friendly, engaging and funny — just the best experience we could ask for. Thank you Marion! — This is worth it for sure!!! Neil was a fabulous tour guide,, lots of fun and easy going!!! We learned a lot and would highly recommend this tour. You learn about various foods in Paris , places to eat and more. Neil is someone you want to have for dinner, a great person and easy going!!! — Perfect tour of the Marais Marion was bright, inquisitive of our needs, cheerful, and everything you’d want in a guide. The food to her in the Marais was simply sublime. I tasted the best caramel, cheese, croissant, and terrine. — Highlight of Paris Trip! Was in Paris visiting my daughter, who’s studying abroad, and heard this was a good tour from a friend. It turned out to have been the highlight of the whole trip! The food and wine was delicious, but it was our tour guide, Marion, who made the experience unforgettable. She is super knowledgeable and funny and entertaining! If you book this tour, ask for Marion, you definitely won’t regret it. — What a great way to spend the afternoon! What a wonderful evening on the Left Bank of Paris, 14/12/22! We were a group of eight, I was traveling solo, and we got to experience baguettes, cheese, chocolates, pastries, and wine. Each shop we visited was award winning. We gathered food from each location and ended our evening in the wine cellar of a wine shop. We had tastings of the cheeses and the three wines and enjoyed our pastries. The wine discussion was so helpful. I wish I had taken notes! When I return to Paris, I know I will take another tour. Marion, thank you so much for a beautiful tour! — AMAZING experience! We had the BEST time on our Paris By Mouth tour! Our guide, Marian, was AMAZING. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and FUN and her passion and enthusiasm were completely infections. We learned SO much! The small group was great – we got to know each other a bit and it was easy to hear and learn about wine, cheese, and bread in Paris. We’ll be back! — What a great way to spend the afternoon! What a wonderful evening on the Left Bank of Paris, 14/12/22! We were a group of eight, I was traveling solo, and we got to experience baguettes, cheese, chocolates, pastries, and wine. Each shop we visited was award winning. We gathered food from each location and ended our evening in the wine cellar of a wine shop. We had tastings of the cheeses and the three wines and enjoyed our pastries. The wine discussion was so helpful. I wish I had taken notes! —- Inspiring and delicious This was an amazing experience. Very knowledgeable guide, great stories and lots to learn. The food was great and the atmosphere and company even better. I highly recommend this to anyone visiting Paris. — Awesome experience! Myself and my 12 year old daughter participated in a tour and I could not recommend it highly enough! We both thought it was so much fun. Our guide Deniz was incredibly knowledge, so fun and we were so impressed! Highly recommend! — Expert knowledge of French pastries, cheese and wine! My wife and I have been to Paris before and have done food tours in other cities but Neil with Paris by Mouth was definitely one of the best. His knowledge of the Latin Quarter and the traditional breads, croissants, wines and cheeses is exceptional. We tasted a wonderful selection of all four during our tour! What a great way to experience this charming part of Paris. — A unique experience every time My boyfriend and I visited Paris over a long weekend this month. I had done the Paris By Mouth tour before and the only one available was the exact same option (Left Bank) that I had done before. We chose to do it anyway, hoping for a similar but different experience, and it did not disappoint. We were the only two in Neil’s group, which was lucky! He did a great job customizing the experience for the two of us. He was curious about us but also very knowledgeable about Paris having lived there for several years. I love that this tour ends in a wine tasting with cheese pairing because I am interested in both (of course) and learned even more than I did last time. We bought a half-case from the wine shop to check-in on our way back to Chicago. Highly recommend doing this tour, even if you’ve done it before! I’m not sure if she’s still with the company, but my cousin and I had Amber last time and loved it all the same. — Terrific Left Bank food tour My wife and I attended a Left Bank food tour in December of 2022. It was exactly what we were hoping: educational and delicious. High standards for the good while casual for the experience. Isabelle was impressively knowledgeable, very personable. Highly recommended. — Highly Recommend Paris By Mouth Our family had a lot of fun with Neil on our left bank food tour. He selected delicious baguettes, croissants, chocolates, pastries, and wines for us to enjoy and educated us about the history and origin of each type of food as well as about the shops, shop owners, and left bank neighborhood. We left knowing far more than when we started and most importantly, had a ton of fun along the way. — A Delicious way to spend the morning Jennifer was really knowledgeable about cheese, pastry, chocolate, and wine. Her portions were generous (we could have shared everything!) and we had so much fun trying new places in a neighborhood we know. We spent more than the allotted time together, and she was generous enough to let us enjoy the tour. I would absolutely do another tour with Jennifer, and I highly recommend her! — Great Experience I did the left bank tour with Marion, who was a phenomenal host. She showed us around the various spots for bread, cheese, chocolate, and wine. I learned so much from Marion more about what goes into the quality of making these products. Marion was so sweet and answered all of our questions. We also got other recommendations for other food places in Paris as well. Highly recommend booking this tour to learn more about food and wine in Paris! — A must for all cheese lovers! I cannot rave enough about Jennifer and the Cheese Explosion tour with Paris by Mouth! We tasted 11 different cheeses paired with wine and bread. I learned so much about each type of cheese, reaized that I have never had real goat cheese before and learned that yes, cows can be divas (in a good way). This was more than just tasting cheese – this was a total cheese imersion tour! Highly recommend and will do this tour again on my return to Paris! —- West Saint Germain tour with Diane Can’t say enough about this tour and our guide Diane. We have done other Paris by Mouth tours and this is our hands down favorite. We started with a small art tour of the Beaupassage which was a nice touch as Diane wove in bread and croissants, followed by incredible chocolates, pastry and the best cheeses I have ever had. Highly recommend! —- A must in Paris Wonderful tour! Our guide, Stephen was truly knowledgeable and very friendly. We walked and stopped in boulangeries, patisserie, chocolate shops, cheese and charcuterie specialties and also a small butcher shop, all in west st germain. We learned a lot! We also ate sooo much good stuff.The tour ends in a wine shop where we were seated and offered different kinds of wines, cheeses, in very generous amounts.I am celiac and Stephen brought gluten free bread for me. I was pleasantly surprised to see how professionally and seriously handled the whole experience is. Congratulations to paris by mouth. Don’t hesitate to book your tour —- Absolutely worth it – a great way to get to know Paris / France and its food We loved our East Saint Germain tour with Stephen. He was so knowledgeable about the food and the city. His background in cooking and his love of great food was clear. Everyone was welcomed. The foods we tasted were fantastic! Would highly recommend. —- What could be better? I had a wonderful Left Bank cheese, bread, pastry, chocolate and wine extravaganza with Stephen on the cold afternoon of December 16, 2022. In an unusual and mysterious turn of events, my scheduled compatriots did not show up, and my tour turned into a private one, allowing me to ask, and have answered, my thousands of questions. Stephen is a chef with experience in many other aspects of the food and wine world too, and was very knowledgeable, patient and tons of fun. While the odd turn of events I experienced is extremely unlikely to happen to you, I have no doubt you’d have the same great time with him in a group. The tour is not inexpensive, but it was very much worth it — portions were generous and certainly on the afternoon schedule, the tour easily passes for an early dinner. — Excellent tour in the latin quarter Marion was a delightful and knowledgeable guide through the Latin Quarter. We sampled the best cheese, croissants, bagettes, cheeses , pastries, chocolate and wine. Marion made food/wine in Paris come to life. I would definitely take another tour with this group. — Trip Highlight Our tour of North Marais with Deniz was one of the highlights of our trip—it was fun, educational, and absolutely delicious. The restaurant recommendations we received prior to our trip and during our tour helped us make the most of our time in Paris. Very much look forward to touring a new neighborhood on our next trip!

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in November 2022: — Excellent in every way — do it! So much fun, and so delicious — we enjoyed every minute of the Left Bank tour. Marion, our super friendly and knowledgeable guide, led our small group to numerous local spots that were consistently inspiring. In about 3 hours, I enjoyed more delicious baked goods, cheese, and wine (and learned more about them) than days of solo exploring would ever have yielded.

Pro tip: arrive hungry. I’m hungry right now just thinking about it! We’ll definitely return for another tour in the future. — A must do! What a great way to get to know Paris, le Marais and so many nice things to know and to taste. Andres was a wonderful guide, enthousiastique about wine, food and neighborhood. We had a great time! — Expert knowledge of French pastries, cheese and wine! My wife and I have been to Paris before and have done food tours in other cities but Neil with Paris by Mouth was definitely one of the best. His knowledge of the Latin Quarter and the traditional breads, croissants, wines and cheeses is exceptional. We tasted a wonderful selection of all four during our tour! What a great way to experience this charming part of Paris. — Best Food Tour Ever Having done several food tours before, and even many with Paris by Mouth, the West Saint Germain tour is my favorite. Diane, our favorite guide of them all, was thoughtful with her food and wine choices to create an unparalleled experience. Her knowledge of wine in particular was impressive and the way she walked us through the wines was so easy to understand. So much learning in such a short amount of time delivered in a fun and low-key way. — Inspiring and delicious This was an amazing experience. Very knowledgeable guide, great stories and lots to learn. The food was great and the atmosphere and company even better. I highly recommend this to anyone visiting Paris. — Tasty Paris Isabelle was so pleasant to lead this tour. So knowledgeable and easy to follow. Choosings were great and such a fun time. — Emily Guided Us to Deliciousness with Context Wow! Emily’s knowledge is encyclopedic and her down-to-earth, friendly manner came through in all she did. She was polite, engaging and knew how to make each of us feel a part of all we learned together. We have two teenagers whom she made feel welcome and included. We learned so much about Paris—from how she came to be here to its wine history to how the neighborhoods and their shop owners connect. We had choices in what we tried, did a little walking and enjoyed a seated tasting that was delicious. Thank you, Emily! — Excellent experience. Marion was great! An excellent food tour. I had a great expeRience with Marion as my guide. She is extremely knowledgeable about all things food in Paris. And, showed us the best of the best (Meilleur Ouvrier de France or MOFs) places. I’ll definitely be sending my friends and family your way when they visit Paris. Overall, great vibes and very happy to have done this tour with Marion. — C’était parfait! We had a fantastic South Marais tasting tour with Neil. Neil was incredibly knowledgeable and accommodating to our family of ten that included grandparents in their 70s and the 4 children in our group ages 11-15. The shops we visited were lovely, the food and drink delicious and we all enjoyed ourselves and learned so much about the area and the food, especially the cheeses we tried. Neil was so personable and added on an ice cream shop stop to the tour which was such a treat. One of the highlights of our trip! — Educational and delicious! Wonderful small group tour led by the amazing Marion! Her knowledge was extensive and she worked hard to make sure everyone was engaged and included. Sadly, she has ruined me forever for pasteurized cheese. It is just not as good as raw milk cheese!! Thank you, Marion! — First time in Paris Paris by Mouth was absolutely fantastic we went to five different locations, all we excellent. We ended with a wine tasting that was also very well done. Our guide Neil was the best. If you visit Paris these guys are a must do. — Best guide and experience! I had a wonderful day learning about bread, cheese, pastry and wine in Paris with a fantastic guide Neil! He was very knowledgeable and fun. I learned about best food spots in Paris and plus fantastic wine! I highly recommend this tour and guide Neil! — Amazing food and wine experience We had a tour of north Marais today with Marion…what a wonderful experience…she was amazing, so gregarious and engaging…so knowledgeable about food and wine…I loved the blind taste tests…what a great way to really think about what you’re tasting..thanks so much Marion for the amazing afternoon of food and wine! — Excellence at its finest! Marion was amazing today. This sets an all new bar for us. We’ve don’t about 10 food tours in the past and this was by far, superior to all others. Our tour guide was super upbeat, energetic and knowledgeable. Which is exactly what we needed. Our entire group was sooo Happy with this experience. And we would 100% do this tour again! Thank you Marion! — One of the best experiences in France! What an amazing experience! Fun, lively, educational and delicious. Marion gave us the most wonderful tour of the N Marais. She is a highly educated and great tour guide that was one of our best experiences in all of France. Cannot recommend Paris By Mouth and Marion enough! Already planning our return trip to include additional tours with Marion. Thanks! — Relaxing tour with lots of new food and drink discoveries We had a nice afternoon on a private tour with Neil – we learned a lot not only about food, but also about Paris as a city. Neil was very good at explaining things and also tailored the tour to our taste (like we didn’t really want sweets, so there was just a short stop etc.). Overall, this is almost a must, if you want to go to discover how people really eat in Paris 🙂 — Left bank food tour with Marion My husband and I (in our young 30s) went on the Left Bank food tour with our guide Marion and LOVED our experience. I would consider myself an advanced foodie (I am well-versed at french cuisine and have been to many gourmet food tours all over the world) and would put this tour up there as one of the best. Marion was warm, entertaining and extremely knowledgable, and the places that they chose to take us were exquisite. Marion’s passion for the food and wine we were enjoying was infectious; she was even sweet enough to give us many personalized recommendations for the rest of our visit to Paris. The tour ran from 3pm – around 6pm, and we ended up cancelling our dinner reservation after because we were so full! Highly recommend for a fun afternoon for any foodies. — Lovely food and wine tour of Paris We did the small group Left Bank tour and had Marois as our guide. Marois was passionate and so knowledgeable about both food and wine. The tour takes up to 3 different VOF (award winning best of the best) establishments and covers croissants, baguettes traditonelle, chocolate, cheese and more cheese and of course wine. Our group was lovely from all over the globe. A wonderful way to spend a late afternoon/evening in Paris. — Paris By Mouth South Marais Small Group Tour My husband and I spent a week in Paris and our South Marais Tour with Marion was so fun. Marion has the perfect personality and knows how to please her guests. We learned so much about the neighborhood, shops and the cheese and wine we tried. One of our best days for sure. Book your tour now! — Deniz is a superb guide Deniz was a superb guide to the North Marais tour. She was knowledgable and quite keen to share her knowledge and answer every question of our food-obsessed tour members. It was a wonderful experience, very much a worthwhile use of our tourist time and the food was spectacular. — I want more French wine, French cheese and another tour with Marion! Marion and the South Marais Tour were exceptional! From start to finish we had an amazing experience with Marion and our other new friends. So many laughs and an abundance of great information that left you wanting more …and we definitely have all acquired a taste for the MOF perfection and “happy cow” cheeses and those exquisite wines! Concluding the tour in the “Wine Cave” was perfection! We have numerous friends heading to Paris in the near future and we have already told them all that this is a MUST. — Neil is the best! Neil was the best guide you could imagine. He was was not only a great tour guide with all of the food and area knowledge but so friendly and personable, all of us on the tour loved him immediately. We could not have had anyone better! Thank you Neil for making us feel welcome in Paris and for sharing your extensive knowledge with us. We loved the tour! — A highlight of our trip to Paris My husband and I recently went on the South Marais tour with Marion and it was great!! We visited a chocolate shop, cheese shop, pastry shop and finished at a wine shop where we sat down as a group and tasted everything. Marion was so friendly and obviously very knowledgeable. I highly recommend! If you do an afternoon tour, you will not need dinner. — Experience Paris Neighborhoods Like a Local For travelers looking to experience Paris neighborhoods like a local, this is a DO NOT MISS experience! Marion was a phenomenal hostess in the Marais and maneuvered locations and selections with comfort and ease. We visited 5 shops, ending at the Marche Des Rouge Enfants to enjoy wine, cheese, bread and charcuterie. What an intimate and unique experience. A small group of 5 enjoying Parisian tastes while hearing their history and the local perspectives made for a truly immersive afternoon and evening. Definitely come hungry/thirsty and don’t make plans for dinner if you choose an afternoon tour! — Oui, cheese, wine and chocolate! Marion, our very knowledgeable guide, showed us the best of the South Marais district. Not only does she know her “stuff” she created a fun and friendly environment which allowed us to get to know each other and ask questions. I highly recommend a Paris By Mouth Tour and, if you’re lucky, you’ll get Marion! — South marais tour We booked the South Marais food tour with Stephanie. This was a wonderful experience from start to finish. Each stop was better than the last and Stephanie had an incredible amount of food and history knowledge that made the tour so fun and enlightening. This is a special experience and we couldn’t recommend more. — West St Germain – Don’t miss out We did the brand new West St Germain tour with Isabelle and it was the best food tour I’ve experienced. Roaming the streets of St Germain stopping to sample baked goods and decadent chocolates? End it with a food and wine tasting? Absolutely great way to spend the day. Highly recommend. Isabelle was engaging and professional. Her descriptions of the different cheeses and wines really made for a great experience. — Amazing cheese selections, great value, awesome host! My wife and I recently took the French Cheese Explosion tour with Jennifer and could not recommend it more highly! Jennifer was incredibly passionate and knowledgeable about the subject, and selected a wide range of incredible cheeses for us to try. There was a wonderful walk from our meeting place to a cheese shop then to our tasting room, which was in a beautiful wine cellar. We had a few delicious wines along with the tasting as well. Just an absolutely delicious afternoon.

Can’t say enough good things about these folks. I had inquired about a tour ahead of a date being available, and as soon as they opened up a date, they emailed me to let me know. The website/newsletter is fantastic as well. Can’t wait to get back and book another tour! — Fantastic Foodie Adventure My friend and I took a Left Bank Food Tour with Marion and really loved it. Marion is a true foodie, and her background, knowledge, and enthusiasm for food in Paris really enhanced the experience. She provided so much useful information about how to taste and appreciate the food that we were eating and to help us find flavors we like in the future by knowing the various categorizations of cheese and regions of wine in France. — A tour four real foodies, can’t say enough great things Paris by Mouth leads the best food tours I have ever come across in all of my travels throughout the world. I recently did my second tour with Paris by Mouth on the left bank. My first tour with Paris by Mouth was 7 years ago. Both were excellent tours. My tour guide Marion was both knowledgeable and enthusiastic about French cuisine having worked in the food and hospitality industry herself for many years. We tasted the best Paris had to offer in terms of bread, cheese, pastry, chocolate, and wine. This is a tour for real foodies as many of the other individuals on our tour were either chefs or food writers back in their home countries. Can’t recommend this group enough. I am already looking forward to the next time I get to enjoy another Paris by Mouth tour. — Fantastic! Our guide Deniz was awesome! The pace of the tour was great. The variety of foods was great. Deniz’s knowledge of all the foods was incredible. Just an overall great experience! — Loved Diane’s Tour experience! Diane was awesome!! We had an amazing experience filled of delicious food, education and personalized attention. Would recommend!! — Paris Food Tour with Marion This was a fabulous tour! Marion our guide was well versed in wines, cheese, chocolates and sweet treats. She is very personable and obviously loves what she does. I would highly recommend this tour in the St Germain area of Paris. — North Marais Food Tour We took the North Marais Food Tour as part of our trip to Paris in early October. Our tour guide was Marion. Marion was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour guide who provided an exceptional amount of insight on the some of foods of France (baguette, croissant, chocolates, sausage & pate). After visiting a number of shops our tour ended at a Marais Wine cellar where our group was able to enjoy a selection of different wines along with items picked up along the way from the various shops that we had visited. While we we did other tours during our stay, this one was the best. Based on our experience, I would recommend any of the tours being offered by the Paris by Mouth company and if Marion is representative of the guides, you will definitely be taken care of. — Fabulous Food Tour Fabulous food tour guides by Isabelle. Highly recommend. Extremely knowledgeable and very enjoyable. She made the tour fun and enjoyable. — Extrordinary Day in the Marais! Our guide, Neil was superb! Such a delightful & informative morning filled with delicious foods & wine. Definitely, a must when visiting Paris. MERCI! — Left Bank Tour We did the Left Bank Food Tour with Aurelien as our host. It was absolutely one of our favorite parts of our trip! He was very knowledgeable and engaging, not only about food and wine, but historical sights and points of interest we walked past. My senior parents were treated with great care, as they can’t walk as fast as some of the group…they’re in great shape, but were well taken care of throughout the tour, without being made to feel as if they were holding the tour back. We would definitely do this tour again, as well as try some other Paris By Mouth tours. If you’re planning a trip, I highly recommend subscribing to their emails for tips on great reatsurants, as well! I went with my sister and our parents, no young children…but family with young children or with teens is the only option closest to my experience and the review forces a choice. I do think teens that are intereated in food would enjoy it. Not sure if young children would do that well… — A Must-Do in Paris Paris by Mouth never disappoints. They know Paris food and purveyors. Stephen was a fantastic guide. His background in history and food is very impressive – especially chocolate and cheese! This is a must do in Paris. Worth every penny! — North Marais Tour This was a fabulous way to spend a few hours being educated, having fun & being fed extremely well. Being part of a small group makes it much more enjoyable & Andres was warm, inclusive of us all & overflowing with information. — Paris by Mouth is a blast Super fun tour last week in North Marais with Marion. Such a perfect combo of information and learning and delicious yummy food and wine – we had the best time. Marion is super upbeat, perfect English, really fun and funny. — A Paris Highlight This was our second time doing a tour with Paris By Mouth, and it was even better than the first time. The South Marais tour with Diane was excellent! Diane’s food background gave us some great insight to our food and wine tastings. We loved it, and we’ll definitely do another tour the next time we’re in Paris. — A lovely introduction to Paris We thought Diane was delightful and the tour was well paced and comprehensive. We would recommend Paris by Mouth as an accompaniment to any Paris visit. — Sensuous food and drink —tastebud explosion—with Stephen, a superb guide! We had such an extraordinary experience in France and Stephen of Paris by Mouth was a big part of it!

Merci beaucoup for the wonderful ways Stephen gathered us and educated us and uplifted us and yes, treated us to exceptional French food. “The trinity of the table!” Ouais—-cheese, wine, bread. Plus ice cream, pastry and chocolate!

Stephen’s laid-back, friendly style plus enormously qualified background made for such a fun and relaxing way to experience the heart of France, its food, its protected elements. There was a reverence about it that has stayed with me, thanks to Stephen.

Experiencing all of this with people from around the world, plus our very dear friends Steph and Tom from Cape Cod, made for the ultimate high. And breaking bread and toasting in an ancient wine cellar? Over-the-top!

What a gift the email of resources Stephen sent each of us after our tour! Now we can look for these fine cheeses and wines and continue the French tradition here in Virginia and for Steph and Tom, in Massachusetts.

When in Paris, you must do Paris By Mouth! Make reservations well in advance so you get a slot. Groups are limited to eight. There are a number of different tours. We did the one in Marais. I’m sure they’re all spectacular! — Paris by Mouth = best part of my trip! On a week-long girls trip to Paris, escaping the normal day-to-day of work life, mom life, all that…. Paris By Mouth was *easily* the highlight of an already amazing trip. We did the South Marais tour with Stephanie. Our group was really fun and cohesive, the places we visited to were top notch (and have the stats to back them up), and Stephanie was sooooo knowledgeable and engaging. What a true gem! I would recommend this to anyone who is visiting France and is interested in food and local culture. — Super Special Paris Food Experience! Had an amazing experience with Diane on the South Marais Paris Food tour. Diane was so knowledgable about Paris and about food. I learned a ton, ate amazingly delicious food, drank fabulous wine, and had an incredibly special and fun experience. Highly recommend! — 11 stars out of 10 Diane was such a great tour guide – very informational while still being fun! We got a little bit of everything, and you could really tell she knew her stuff. The food was amazing, and the pace was set wonderfully. We walked around the Left Bank, listening as Diane pointed out interesting historical tidbits, and other places that might interest us based on what she had gathered. It was a very easy, free-flowing group, and I would highly recommend it to anyone still questioning! Taking a food tour in Paris is unparalleled. — Fun and Educational! This tour was recommend by some friends and SO worth it! We had Diane for the left bank tour. She was really an incredible guide and led us on a culinary experience. Not only was the food incredible but we learned so much. This will make us better travels next time we come to Paris. A MUST for anyone coming traveling through Paris! — North Marais Food extravaganza! As a travel advisor I have been sending clients on tours with PBM for the last 7 years…as a traveler I could not wait to go on MY first tour! The North Marais tour was delicious and informative. Diane not only told us about the food but the culture of French food—-just because you sell bread doesn’t make you a boulangerie. You’ll learn that and more:) Merci Diane for your warmth & expertise. I can’t wait to do another tour!! — Great introduction to the flavors of Paris! I was gifted a tour for my birthday and couldn’t wait for the experience. It was nice to have the option of neighborhood and even meat/no meat tours. Our East Saint Germain tour was led by Diane who was friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable about the neighborhood and the food items we saw along the way. The timing and flow of the tour worked for all of us – stops at stores were enough to learn and buy, and the walking between stops was not difficult or long. I liked the format of Diane buying items along the way, then sitting around a table to taste and discuss at the end. I highly recommend a Paris by Mouth tour for an introduction to Paris and the flavors that are unique to France. Diane is a fantastic guide and I would sign up for her tour again! — Interesting and Fun We had a very enjoyable time with guide Marion. She was delightful and knowledgeable. We learned a lot and shared many laughs with our group. The food and wine was delicious. —

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in October 2022: — Why you come to Paris to eat Our second food tour with this company. Excellent! We loved the North Marais food tour we took with Melanie 3 years ago, and we loved our West Saint Germain food tour this week. Stephen was very knowledgeable and charming, and we tasted the best Paris has to offer in baked goods, pastry, cheese, meat, chocolate and even champagne. We were so full after our 10:30 tour and leisurely tasting, that we skipped supper that night. Then returned to the shops the next day to sample some more! Other food tours do not compare in quality and expertise of guides. Yes, it is expensive but you eat what you paid for 🙂 — Enjoy the best of Paris food shops in 3 hours The Paris Left Bank food tour was a great experience for anyone who wants to learn about (and sample) authentic high quality French offerings. Our group was led by Diane R who gave us a lot of background on each shop, food items sourcing, how they are made, even etiquette during the shop visits! She followed up by sending a detailed email with names of the 5 shops, names and contents of the 7 cheeses in case we wanted to return on our own. The tour included samples of chocolates and ended with 3 bottles of wine shared in front of the shop. Diane did behind the scenes work to purchase some items ahead of the tour in order to fit this into a 3-hour tour length. All participants were fully satisfied by the quantity and quality of food. We kept talking about it for several days afterward. Also the tours are easy to fit into your schedule and can be booked on a weekend. If we get a chance to visit again it would be fun to take one of the other Paris by Mouth tours to see more of Paris! — Dizzyingly delicious and fun with the effervescent Marion This was a beautiful experience for me, a cheese and chocolate LOVER from Portland Oregon and brand new to France. Marion was a perfect guide, effervescent with energy and generous with her knowledge and love for the finest foods in Paris. She is adorably enthusiastic and very experienced for her age. The tastes are still fresh in my memory because they were among the most heady and dizzyingly wonderful flavors I’ve experienced in my life. WELL WORTH the price and only 3 hours long. — The best food tour I’ve taken–EVER!! Our food tour of the North Marais district of Paris was the highlight of our two weeks in Europe. Our guide, Aurelien, was not only knowledgeable but entertaining. If I could have booked this tour twice while in Paris, I would have. Highly recommended. — Your best bet for a Paris food tour! Amber is a joy to experience Paris food with. She visited the #1 Boulangerie in Paris (won the awards and supplier to Macron). We learned about croissants, baguettes and more…but the tastings incredible! Moves on to the most impressive chocolatier…just do it.

But the fun really started after visiting the charcuterie and cheese shops. All of them were at the top of their trades. She then sat us down in a special wine shop to put the bread, cheeses and charcuterie together with wine. The food was great, but Amber makes it all come alive. Don’t miss one of these tours when in Paris! — Stroll the Marais with your most knowledgeable culinary friend! Wonderful! Andre was a fantastic guide for our North Marais tour. It felt like a (very knowledgeable) friend was sharing their favorite neighborhood spots, all while providing a richness of history and context to the incredible food we enjoyed. Do this early in your trip so you can return to your favorite places throughout your stay. — Stephen is a real expert and fun! Had the food and wine tour with Stephen a week ago. It was sooo worth it. He has a great style to explain what we were shopping for, the difference in the types of bread, cheese, meat, wine and pastries. It was the perfect amount of time and food and wine tasting. Would highly recommend to anyone (who can drink wine of course). Andy – Chicago IL — Wonderful Experience! Delightful tour! My family group of 8 recently took the Left Bank tour with Deniz and thoroughly enjoyed it. Deniz was informative, witty, and fun and tailored the tour to our interests. We learned so much and used the information when selecting food for the rest of our trip. Highly recommended! — Foodie’s delight along the left bank Truly the highlight of our trip to Paris. We did the left bank tour lead by Marion in mid September and we were astounded by how knowledgable she was about all the different shops that we stopped by. She had infectious energy, and it didn’t hurt that every bite that we had seemed better than the last! Will be recommending Paris by Mouth and Marion to all of my friends heading to Paris. — To see the city’s food scene up close PBM and Jennifer are excellent. Jennifer is the queen of cheese and a host of other things including wine chocolate and bread. We did her tour 2 days in a row last week and while we covered some of the same topics in 2 different parts of the city she was very fun and knowledgeable. And we ate and drank some great items. Highly recommend the tour. — Delicious tour in North Marais We had such a fun and delicious tour with Marie in North Marais. She was is knowledgeable and helped us gain a greater appreciation for the beautiful food culture of Paris. Great to do on your first day in Paris so you can use the tips throughout your trip. — We learned so much! More than worth the money, this walking tour of E. St. Germain was a highlight of our 3 weeks in Paris. Neil kept us informed and interested the entire afternoon and evening. So much attention to detail at each stop along the way made us feel competent to shop on our own. — The best Parisian Food tour! Paris by mouth came recommended from a coworker who recently had the pleasure of doing one of the food tours and I must say I am very glad I took her recommendation! Marion was a wonderful tour guide who was very knowledgeable and very passionate about all things food! She made this tour of 8 strangers a fun and exciting experience that I wouldn’t hesitate to do again ( in another neighborhood). If you want a food tour that covers all the essentials of eating like a Parisian then look no further! — 10/10 recommend this tour and our guide Isabelle! WOW! So glad we did this on our first day in Paris, as it gave us an appreciation for how rich and complex Paris’s food heritage is.

We were blown away by our guide Isabelle. She has mind-boggling depth-of-expertise in everything – cheese, wine, pastries, you name it. Her passion for food is energizing and made the tour a TON of fun. She is also so sweet and welcoming – cannot say enough positive things about Isabelle. — A superb experience! Marion was a fantastic tour guide! She was smart, fun, knowledgeable and personable. The cheeses were amazing, the wine just superb and the fine desserts were amazing!! Finally, ending the tour in the historic wine cave was just spectacular!! I would recommend Marion to anyone coming to Paris who wants to really learn about wine, cheese and fine desserts. Fantastic afternoon!!! — Terrific exclusive experience! Neil is a fantastic guide! He really created a sense of fun mixed with history and great food. Our group was a mix of ages and nationalities but we came together for cheese…and chocolate…and wine! — High praise for an awesome tour I take this tour every time I come to Paris because I always learn something new and find wonderful new food places. This visit was no exception. Our guide, Marion, was amazingly friendly, energetic, enthusiastic, and very attentive to our wishes. She picked excellent places and made excellent choices for our tasting. Delicious bread, cheese, pastries from two shops, chocolates, etc. made for a yummy trip. We ended with a wonderful wine tasting in a beautiful, authentic wine cave in one of the oldest parts of the city. I sing high praises for this tour which is always a revelation and a real treat! — Fantastic experience I loved the St Germain tour with Stephen so much that I had to book a second tour, last minute, in the Marais with Stephanie! The guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. I learned so much about French food and wine, and got to taste fantastic examples of cheese, desserts, and wine. I highly recommend Paris By Mouth and would have taken more tours if I had the opportunity. — Yum and fun Isabel was a delightful guide and an utterly enjoyable person. We had a relaxed pace at bakery, chocolate shop, meat market, cheese store as well as the wine store where we paired the purchases with whites and reds. Just the right blend of information and discovery, walking and talking and enjoying. Food quality was fantastic and Isabel let us make some of the choices. Totally recommend — Informative and Delicious Food Tour in South Marais Out of the two weeks I’ve spent in France this has to be the best highlight. Quick note before I begin, be ready to walk (nothing extreme but just have good shoes as you will cover a lot of ground). I went on the South Marais tour with Neil. He was ready on time and remembered I had mentioned a peanut allergy and helped me navigate this through each location. After getting our small and manageable group introduced we hit the ground running! It felt like we did it all: cheese tasting, wine tasting, cheese store, chocolate shop, dessert shop, bakery, and more! Neil was an excellent guide; he was knowledgeable and funny and shared so much information. This tour was everything it promised and more, it’s worth every penny. I’ll be joining you guys again when I return to Paris. — South Marais tour – first class We experienced the South Marais tour today with Aurelien and Denise, it was fabulous, Aurelien was an amazing guide, his knowledge was awesome, and we learnt so much about food, wine, history all weaved into one fascinating fabric. His choice of wine and cheese and the pair was flawless. We highly recommend this tour. We are doing the Saint-Germain one in the next few days and are excited about it. This is the best way to learn and experience the gastronomy of the area along with history. — Just lovely, on so many levels! We try to experience a food tour in every city we visit… you learn the neighborhood, culture, and culinary customs/delights! This is the second tour that we’ve booked with Paris by Mouth and both were outstanding! Marion as well as Isabelle were passionate about the food and their city…And their knowledge base and personalities were amazing, sooooooo much fun! — A must do!! If I could give this tour more stars I would! I was afraid it would be boring and tourist, it was anything but. With only six people the tour was easily managed. Guide Marion was personable and incredibly knowledgeable We learned a lot, and went to places we would never have been to. Will absolutely do it again when in Paris. — East St. Germain food tour — just great in every way We generally shy away from guided tours and sightseeing, preferring instead to stroll about at our own pace and stop when we see something interesting. But this tour was so well reviewed that we thought we would give it a shot and I’m very glad we did! Isabelle, our tour guide, was immediately so friendly and personable and knowledgeable without being commanding at all. It felt like she had the latitude to make choices about what to buy and share with us, depending on what looked best that day and what was special, and I loved that personal touch. The small group size is really smart; we ended up having great side conversations with everyone in our diverse group and it was one of the best aspects of the tour. Every stop was a gem. — Outstanding In Paris with my wife for a week, celebrating our 50th anniversary. The Paris by Mouth tasting tour in East Saint-Germain was a real highlight of our trip, exceeding already-high expectations. Stephen was superb, providing interesting insights into not only bread, pastries, wine and chocolate that we tasted at wonderful establishments, but also the uniqueness of France. The highlight was sitting at a table in a small wine shop sampling various cheeses and wines. With 4 couples, the group was not too large or small, and it was fun for us to interact with each other as well as with Stephen. Great experience! — Go on this tour Stephanie was so great! It was such a fun tour. Very informative and the wine @the end was the best! — Great time, great knowledge, great food in the Marais Today we did the South Marais Food Tour that focused on wine, cheese, bread and pastries. Check, check and check! Our guide, Marion, was friendly, warm, patient with my mediocre French, fluent in English, and very, very knowledgeable. I mean, she had a deep understanding of how to choose cheese, tricks for pairing wine and cheese, explaining regional differences across France, and even recommending a few places to try that we didn’t visit.

We went to a delicious chocalatier, a cheese monger, a bakery, an absolutely decadent pastry shop and finished in a wine cave. I enjoyed our last PBM food tour a few years ago and this far exceeded that. We went with my in laws (in their early 70s) and Marion was excellent in making everyone feel welcome and part of the experience. We walked a bit, but the last hour was mostly seated and a relaxed education in the wine cave.

If I had a chance, I’d book another tour with her on this trip it was that good. We do these at least once per vacation and I’d put this at the top of my list. Marion was just perfect. Wonderful time. — A wonderful foodie walk! My husband and I did a tour of the North Marais. Our guide was Andres and he was wonderful, very informative and responsive to the needs of everyone in our group. We loved every stop on the tour which included a local boulangerie, chocolatier, charcuterie, fromagerie and wine store. A highlight was the the Marché des Enfants Rouges, which we spent more time enjoying after our tour. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in exploring this beautiful area of Paris, loves a short walk, and wants to learn about some of the delicious Parisian food. — Great tour! Left us smarter and full of great food and excitement about the Marais district of Paris. Very impressed with the great delivery of knowledge, guidance and enthusiasm from our guide Stephanie!!!! — Thoroughly enjoyable tour We spent several days in Paris and booked a Paris by Mouth tour at the recommendation of a family member who had taken a tour. We took a number of tours while in Paris and this was by far the highlight of the trip. Aurélien was our guide and was informative, engaging and enjoyable to spend time with. The stops we made and the food we learned about and tasted were all amazing. I’d highly recommend the trip for anyone looking for a great way to immerse yourself in a Paris experience. — Absolutely wonderful! Marion was wonderful! This tour is a must do when in Paris! We enjoyed wandering the streets and learning about some of the best Parisian food! Marion is very knowledgable, personable and a genuine joy to spend the day with! We did the south Marais tour and loved it! I can say enough good things about this tour! — An intimate exposure to the role of food in Paris culture. This is a fantastic way to get an insight into the importance of food in the Paris’ psyche and also a lovely way to see parts of the city you might not otherwise experience. Andres is a perfect guide/host, he is tailor made for this role and has intimate knowledge of the subject matter, possesses a wonderful and gentle disposition, a great command of the English language and is genuinely warm in his approach. We will do this exercise with friends when we attend for the Rugby World Cup next year and will definitely ask for Andres to be out host again. — Fantastic Tour; Worth Every Penny What can I say except WOW! Neil showed us the goods and gave us the lowdown of the South Marias. Not too many people within the tour and we learned so much. Neil was personable, highly engaging and very funny. I couldn’t believe how intimate the wine and cheese tasting was. Just take the tour. It’s great. — North Marais with Diane – Fantastic Tour! While this wasn’t my first time to France, it was my first time to Paris and taking a Paris by Mouth tour was an absolutely fantastic experience! The small group size (our group was 5!) makes for a really intimate tour where the guide can really cater the experience to your particular group. — We opted for the North Marais tour, and our group was led by Diane who was stellar! Diane mentioned growing up in an area near where some of us in the group were from, in addition to the North Marais area being the area in which she lived, so the tour really felt like having a very casual stroll about the area with an old friend who also happened to be a food expert! Diane really took the time to discuss the cultural significance in the preparation of certain foods, the history behind awards, and the best way to order cuts of cheeses and meats so that we would have the ability and confidence to order from other shops during our trip. And! At the end of our trip Diane sent us all an email recapping every place we had visited, and everything we had ordered to snack on, because after that wine there was no way I was going to remember! 🙂 I highly recommend not only taking a food tour with Paris by Mouth, but the North Marais tour with Diane specifically! You won’t regret it and you’ll have a wonderful P.S. skip the Munster cheese. It stinks! 😉 — Taste of the Left Bank with Neil. We did the Taste of the Left Bank tour with Neil. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour from tasting awarding winning croissants, cheese and chocolates to the history of the St. Germain neighborhood. Neil was a great tour guide. He was funny, knowledgable and very engaging. We loved that our group size was only 8 people. Ending the tour in a small wine shop “cave/cellar” for our wine pairing and cheese tasting was the perfect ending. — A must-do on your next Paris vacation! Our Paris food tour in the North Marais neighborhood, given by Andres, was exceptional! The food was outstanding and Andres is a gem! His knowledge of cheese, bread, wine and chocolate boggles the mind. And the food- wow! Croissants, charcuteries, pastry, wine, cheese. Thank you Andres for making our Paris trip so memorable! — What a delight! What a fabulous afternoon. Marion blew our minds and taste buds with the most excellent tour of the Marais. We enjoyed every bite and morsel of delicious food and stimulating information. After shopping in the neighborhood the wine cave was the perfect place to take it all in. A treat and a delight! — Terrific food tour in St. Germain Our food tour in the St. Germain area was a pure delight. Neil was personable, knowledgeable, and interesting. He was well-prepared and planned, so when one of the shops had posted a sign announcing an unscheduled closure on our afternoon, Neil barely blinked and led us to another chocolatier down the block. The “substitute” shop was so amazing and interesting, it was hard to believe the original could have been better. Neil did a great job creating an inclusive atmosphere during our 3+ hours, so we got to know one another a little. So, our sit-down tasting at the end was a comfortable time with friendly acquaintances. Neil followed up almost right away with a summary of where we had gone, and information about each of the cheeses and wines we had had. Well worth the time and money! — Food Tour-Exceeded Expectation! My wife and I took the left bank tour expecting samples of “this is what you eat in Paris” but it was so much more. Marion was our guide and she was perfect-just the right mix of fun and lightheartedness as well as knowledge and in-depth learning. We walked away knowing what stores to look for, what foods to seek and how to hold and intelligent conversation with the store. Thanks to Marion we started as my wife, myself and six strangers and ended up nine friends. I can’t say enough. We hope to be back next year — Taste of the Left Bank with Deniz My friends and I joined the left bank tour with Deniz and it was absolutely amazing. She is not only knowledgeable on food but also on wine and champagne. We really enjoyed our time with Deniz learning, tasting, laughing and enjoying each others company. This tour is a must do while in Paris. — Great experience, totally worth it especially if you love cheese Neil did an awesome job! We booked a cheese tour as a gift as it was my birthday. We both love cheese but did not go on a food tour before. Our expectations were exceeded as Neil presented us the neighbourhood with all sorts of interesting historical (food related) facts while leading us to the various stores picked by him. We went for cheese of course, then for chocolate, boulangerie, patiserie and wine bar. The wine bar was the last stop where we ate most of the things bought by Neil and of course paired with the wines. We had 7 cheeses, 3 wines (champagne , white, red), traditional baguette and dessert. It was a real treat! Neil walked us through all the cheeses and wine while also discussing other type of cheeses and their regions.

If you are a cheese lover (like me), you will love his tour. Furthermore, we asked for additional restaurant ideas based on what we wanted to eat. After we parted ways, we received a comprehensive list of restaurants which cover the food we asked for. I was expecting to get something automatic, but Neil went through and filtered the places to match our needs, which i am sure took some more time.

On top of this, without realising, we stayed with Neil significantly longer than we should have. We were also fortunate enough to have met amazing people during this tour and the time just flew by. We had such a great time and we hope Neil won’t be too mad at us :). Given we received the mail with his recommendations AFTER we parted ways, i think he was ok with it. Big thanks Neil! Will surely book another tour the next time i’m in Paris (most likely, next year around this time :). Again, many thanks for an awesome experience! — Fun and educational and YUMMY! Marion was the perfect tour guide! Our group had so much fun thanks you Marion! We learned so much about not only the foods we tasted but also about Paris in general and the wines of France! Marion really makes this tour special. She is fun, witty, and has incredibly vast knowledge regarding all aspects of cheese, wine, and food in general. Thank you, Marion for a wonderful experience!!!! — Great “Paris by Mouth” food tour. Our Taste of the Left Bank Paris by Mouth food tour was fabulous! Our guide Aurelien Laban was professional, knowledgeable, friendly and informative. We could not have had a better tour. Will definitely book another tour when back in Paris. — Interesting and fun We had a very enjoyable time with guide Marion. She was delightful and knowledgeable. We learned a lot and shared many laughs with our group. The food and wine was delicious. — Taste of St. Germaine Food & Wine Tour – WONDERFUL My friend and I joined a tour with Stephen and we thoroughly enjoyed! He was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed every stop! — Only straight croissants! A friend and i took the Left Bank tour with our guide Diane in September. She was so much fun, and so informative. I had no idea that curved croissants are not made with butter! We started with REAL croissants (yum) and finished with wine and cheese pairings, learning about cheese, wheat, artisanal chocolates and pastries as we strolled through the 5th and 6th on a gorgeous late summer day. Diane was a wonderful companion for this tour, as she so obviously enjoyed her work. — Fun tour! Totally enjoyed our time during the Left Bank Food Tour with Deniz. It was informative, fun and we tasted a variety of delicious food and drink.

Five-Star Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in September 2022: — Left Bank Food & Wine Tour Our guide, Marion, was wonderful!!! We tried croissants, baguettes, macarons, chocolates, and ended up at a wine room where we tried 6 cheeses, 3 wines and pastries!!! It was a great way to discover the area with a wonderful group of people! Marion taught us so much about the cheeses and wine. I would highly recommend this tour!!! — Wonderful & Educational! My husband and I took the North Marais walking tour with three other couples. Our tour guide was Aurelian. He conducted a perfectly delightful and informative tour. He was very well prepared and we found him quite knowledgeable. And he emailed us a detailed list of the various wines, cheeses, meats, etc. we had sampled on our tour, which we will be referring to in the future – which we considered “above and beyond.” We returned to the chocolatier and purchased chocolates to take to our family on our return to the US. We highly recommend this tour. If you are lucky, Aurelian will be your guide! — Great way to see and experience Paris This food tour was excellent. We strolled through the Marais area and saw cheese, wine and chocolate shops. We ended the tour with a tasting in a very cool wine cellar. Our tour guide, Diane, was the best. Would definitely do this tour again. — Loved St Germaine Tour! Wonderful tour of the St Germaine food scene with Marion!!! Our small group size (8) was perfect. Marion was a wealth of knowledge and we learned so many interesting facts about cheese, breads, wine and pastries. We did our tour on our first afternoon in Paris, what a delicious introduction to a beautiful city. — A top highlight of my week in Paris! This was an absolute highlight of my time in Paris! I gained such an appreciation for how and why the French food and wine is so unique and amazing, all while getting a great walking tour of the Latin Quarter. Aurelian was a fantastic guide – so knowledgeable and so nice! Our small group bonded, and by the end of the tour we felt like old friends (enjoying our wine and cheese and chocolate feast in the wine cellar!). Such a great experience! I highly recommend! — Great adventure We took a tour with Neil, he was fabulous. We went to the oldest bakery, which was delicious. A pastry shop and chocolate shop, both with great history and tastings. We ended the afternoon with wonderful cheeses paired with wine. Neil provided great info and was a super fun guide! I highly recommend this tour with him. — Must do in Paris. Great tour, perfect guide and unforgettable experience. Everything was very well planned & organized. Our guide Marion was amazing, extremely interesting way to convey the information. We can’t wait to come back & try another tour. — Enchanting experience. Stephanie has the food and wine knowledge for making our tour by mouth an experience to remember. The cave where we had the “degustation”was the perfect setting! Merci! — Highly recommend and definitely bring your appetite! We went on the food tour in Le Marais, and it was so much fun. Tried to book for one of our first days, but it was full. Glad we got in part way through, because we received so many great suggestions and recommendations for the rest of our stay in Paris. The tour was great fun, the guide was personable, knowledgeable, and interesting. The chocolates, Les pain, Les fromages…. such great choices. Really worthwhile, highly recommend. Definitely our favorite day in Paris! — Exceeded Expectations My husband and I did the cheese and wine tasting with Jennifer. There were three other people. We spent about 30 minutes in a fancy cheese store then did the tasting in a historic home. Jennifer was very knowledgeable and engaging. We had 10 cheeses and three wines with artisan bread. We couldn’t believe how 3 hours flew by and we were full until late that night. Would highly recommend for anyone who is intimidated by selecting cheese – she makes it easy to understand how to experiment. — The very best in food tours These people hardly need another five star review, but I’m trying to relax after blowing out my calves at the Louvre and Musée D’Orsay yesterday (17 miles!) so another five star review is what they’re getting.

I did a small group tour of the Left Bank with an extremely knowledgable guide who showed us the BEST of everything per national awards: the best croissant, the best cheesemonger, the best chocolate, etc. The bounty was predictably delicious (I had a bleu cheese that quite honestly rocked my world) but the highlight of the experience was the guide’s obvious passion for food and wine. Every cheese we ate received a 25 minute commentary about flavor profile, method of production, region, history, and even etiquette. This could have easily become boring, but the guide’s sense of humor and downright poetic descriptions of everything were nearly as succulent as the food itself. Along the way there were some good-natured digs at American cheese and consumer culture, too, if you prefer your food tours with a just a hint of sauciness.

In addition, the Paris by Mouth website is indispensable for English-speaking visitors who don’t know their way around.

BOOK IT! — Delicious food with knowledgeable guide. We did the South Marais tour led by Diane. Diane was amazingly knowledgeable and clearly had a strong background in food. South Marais was a wonderful little area with delicious food, beautiful buildings and interesting history. I especially appreciated how often we were fed throughout the tour. I highly recommend this tour, along with Diane as your tour guide. If/when I come back to Paris, I will 100% be doing another tour with Paris by Mouth. — Left Bank Tour My wife and I did the Left Bank tour yesterday with Marion. While the bread, cheese, chocolate and wine were delicious, Marion’s informative and entertaining explanations made the tour special. She was also very patient with my French, merci. These tours are a nice introduction to each neighborhood. It’s also nice to meet fellow travelers and hear their stories and tips for enjoying Paris. I’d highly recommend them. — Amazing tour and guide. Definitely book with Paris by Mouth! The tour was fabulous! Neil, our guide had amazing knowledge of the location (St Germain), the food and the local sights. We visited an excellent boulangerie, pâtisserie, chocolatier and marché couvert for cheese and wine at the end which we sat down as ate as a group as Neil explained every step of the way what the cheese and wine were, where from etc. Very fun, very interactive and Neil was just brilliant. Do not hesitate to book…highly recommend!!! — Wonderful tour of the Marais and the foods it offers We had an absolutely stellar tour of the Marais and the foods it offers. Diane, our guide, was over the top good. The group was limited to six which made it very convivial. Many thanks Paris by Mouth for that wonderful tour and for all the good advice we got by subscribing to the newsletter and corresponding by email. Highly recommended. — Fun Food Tour! My fiancee and I had a great time on the PBM tour. Out guide Neil was super knowledgeable not just on food but French culture as well, and did a great job making the tour fun and welcoming for all! I would strongly recommended this activity for all foodies especially those who are just arriving in Paris. — Educational and Charming From start to finish this was enjoyable & fun. We met Jennifer at a small cafe where she brought us all together in spite of not knowing one another! We sampled croissants, baguettes, chocolates, carmels, wine and cheese. Her depth of knowledge was extensive & the quality of the items exceptional. The end was sitting around a table together sampling wine & cheese-you couldn’t have asked for a more Parisian experience!!! Thank you Jennifer — A Must-Do in Paris! Absolutely wonderful tour of the Left Bank with Marion. She is so knowledgeable and we absolutely LOVED all of the pastries, wine, cheese and chocolate. A real highlight of our trip! — Make this the 1st thing you do We did the Left Bank tour with Neil and had a wonderful time. He was genuinely interested in learning where we were from and where we were staying so he could give us restaurant recommendations in our area. We got to sample a variety of foods from award winning locations, and Neil helped people with ordering if they wanted to make purchases. Paris immediately felt more like home after getting to talk with other friendly visitors and gain inside knowledge of the city. The tour price was worth it alone just for Neil’s restaurant recommendations. Wow! If experiencing the food in Paris is on your list of things to do, start here! — Yummmmmm! Our tour guide, Diane, was so knowledgeable but not too professorial. She knew exactly how much information to give us, answered our questions thoughtfully and sparked more curiosity and love for the food. — Fabulous tour! Marion was our wonderful tour guide for the Left Bank tour. We were a group of eight. Her knowledge of the intricacies of wine, cheese, and bread was excellent. We highly recommend a Paris by Mouth tour to anyone visiting Paris and to make it special, request Marion. — Fabulous Experience! Wow! This is a must in Paris. Marion was our guide and was engaging, fun and wildly informative. She took the time to teach our small group of 8 all about the best of the best cuisine in Paris.

The food she had presented to us was top notch and the wine pairings were perfect. She even found a wine I would never have turned to before that I loved so much that I bought a bottle.

Thanks Marion for the unforgettable afternoon! It was a true delight.

Oh, and she made my 81 year old mother on the tour feel like a queen with how she interacted with her. ?? — Great guide Our guide Deniz was very knowledgeable and generous with her time and experience. As people who generally would never join a tour, we loved the small group experience and felt very welcomed. We’d highly recommend! — AMAZING Tour Andres was a FABULOUS tour guide. He gave us so a truly fascinating education about the food and culture surrounding it, and so much information on how it is created and sourced. And the food!! It was DELICIOUS. I was so full after the tour that I didn’t need dinner!! I’ve already decided that I want to stay in North Marais next time I visit, just so I can return to the spots Andres showed us. HIGHLY recommend this tour, and Andres in particular!! — Best food tour in Paris! Fantastic tour! Emily, our guide, was wonderful – incredibly knowledgeable and able to answer all of our questions, whether they had to do with food or not! We not only got to sample a variety of great foods, but Emily was able to give us the background on everything we ate, as well as provide us with some history of the area. The follow-up email was very helpful, including a description of everything we had tasted, the shops we had visited, as well as an extensive list of Emily’s favourite restaurants in the area. Not only that, Emily went above and beyond helping me with something the following day, after our tour. Highly recommended! — A must-do for any foodies My husband and I went on the 3:30pm Left Bank Food Tour with Marion and had a fabulous experience. Marion was the perfect tour guide- extremely knowledgable, energetic and passionate and which made the experience so much fun. We were in a small group of 8 people which was the perfect size. The shops we toured and food we tasted were the highest possible quality which we now appreciate so much more.

I have done many food tours all over the world and this was right up there as one of the best. Even though I consider myself a foodie that is very familiar with French cuisine and have been to Paris many times, there was much to still enjoy and learn. Highly recommend.

(p.s. do not book a dinner reservation for after the tour- you will leave stuffed!) — A Must-Do when in Paris. Definitely worth doing this tour. It was fun to learn about the great food and wines and see some lovely shops we may not have seen otherwise. Our guide Neil was great- knowledgeable and fun. It was a great experience. Highly recommend this — Simply a don’t miss for any food and wine lover Amazing tour. Exceeded my expectations. Learned a lot about wine, cheese, baguettes, croissants, the French way! Marion was phenomenal. She made the tour. Friendly, informative, nice. Knew our names right away. Highly recommend this tour to anyone trying to learn more about how to eat like the French. Small intimate group, high-end food. Guide was incredibly knowledgeable. Well worth the money. — Learn the where and what to eat of Paris Our guide, Diane, was lovely. Very knowledgeable and fun to be on tour with. This is a great experience for getting to know Paris and where and what to eat. Don’t miss it! — Eat, drink and learn a few things as well! Our guide, Stephen, greeted all of us warmly and shared so many interesting stories all while painlessly teaching us about the intricacies of bread, cheeses, charcuterie and chocolate as we strolled around the 7th arrondissement. The group was small (8), which made it easy to converse and hear all the important information Stephen shared. We ate our products acquired throughout our stroll accompanied by some wines selected by Stephen. This is a highly enjoyable activity, and also one which imparts some important information about some essential French foods and how the country supports and protects its production. — First Food Tour This was our first food tour and we had a great experience. My wife and I love Paris and have traveled here many times, but saw lovely parts of the city on the tour that we had never visited before. Jennifer and Meg were gracious hosts with a wealth of information and they introduced us to some incredible cheese, bread and chocolate. The tour ended with a tasting in the perfect setting paired with some nice wine and interesting conversation. Prior to meeting Meg and Jennifer, we thought ourselves as relatively knowledgeable of baguettes and French cheese, but they showed us a whole new level. Highly recommend Paris by Mouth! — Outstanding Charcuterie, Cheese, Bread & Chocolate Experience Our small group tour guide was Stephen. He trained as a chef for two years in Ireland before moving to Paris to work in restaurants for a number of years. He’s also a certified chocolate taster (more to this than one might think) and a font of knowledge related to the foods we tasted and their history. As a “foodie” who makes sausage and breads at home, his explanations made this a tremendous tour for me. We had five charcuterie samples, five different varieties of cheese, and outstanding banquettes. I highly recommend this tour and would definitely encourage you to request a tour with Stephen. — Perfect intro to Paris Andres was AMAZING! So much info to share…we loved his attention to fresh locally sourced ingredients. We enjoyed touring the Marais and learning about the icons of the neighborhood. The portions of croissants, breads, meats cheeses, and wines were extremely generous (we all left stuffed). Highly recommend!!!!! — Fantastic! I did the tour in West St Germaine with Diane and it was fabulous. Diane is knowledgeable and friendly. The variety of food and wines were great. It was nice tasting a few things along the way. The tasting room at the end to enjoy our food and wine was great. I would highly recommend including this tour on your itinerary. — Fun Food and Wine Tour Wonderful experience! Our guide Diane was knowledgeable, kind and fun. We went to places we would have never have known to visit without going on the tour. The cheese selections were amazing. Highly recommend to anyone! — Informative and fun! Steven was incredibly knowledgeable about not only the current food scene, but history behind traditions a Highly recommended if you are inquisitive and enjoy a variety of aspects of the current food scene in Paris in the Marais. — A great experience I joined the Left Bank food tour – Neil was a great guide, he kept the group engaged all throughout and took us to some great shops for tasting. He also sent us an email afterwards with a summary of our tour, along with some additional recommendations.

I would strongly suggest doing this tour at the start of your visit to Paris, so that you have time to go back to your favorite places from the tour, or to visit all the other great restaurants/shops that your guide will recommend.

I was initially hesitant to join the tour because of the cost, but it was definitely worth it. If you’re even the slightest bit curious about the experience, please take my word for it and sign up. — Wonderful North Marais I joined the North Marais tour and was lucky enough to have Andrea as the guide. Andres was able to show us some amazing producers of the best in French food and explain to us why it was special. Bread, croissants, chocolates, meats and cheeses and more. A lovely communal feasting with wine allowed us all to ask questions and learn more from Andres. An absolute bonus is the familiarization with a Parisian neighborhood that I can go back to and explore more. Andres added to our knowledges of the area as we went, providing more local recommendations to make a really rich tour. Thank you Andres. — Definitely at must do! We had a lovely, delicious and very educational wine, cheese, pastry and chocolate tour with Marion. I would suggest doing it towards at the beginning of your visit to Paris, to add to your enjoyment of Paris! — Terrific! This was truly a highlight of our visit to Paris! Our guide was knowledgeable and explained everything in an interesting and sometimes humorous fashion. We enjoyed every moment! — Take this tour! Neal was a wonderful guide. Very personable, knowledgeable about culinary traditions and the histories of the businesses highlighted during the tour. It was fascinating and fun. Highly recommend for anyone interested in the delicious cheese, pastry and wine making arts. — Marion – food goddess We took the Latin Quarter food tour. This was our second P by M tour and it was even better than our first which I loved years ago. Our guide,Marion, was incredibly knowledgeable and fun as she took us from shop to shop introducing us to the shop keepers and their food. We visited award winning Cheese monger, bakery, chocolatier and pastry shop. We ended our tour at a wine shop where we ate our bread and cheese along with three bottles of wine. Limited to eight – the portions are generous and filling! Marion was great! — Left bank tour with Marion is a must!! The left bank tour was absolutely amazing all thanks to our guide Marion! She took us around the best of the best fromager, chocolatier and pâtissier all with mof awards (meilleur ouvrier de France!) highly recommend if you want to get the best taste of France with high quality products! A unique experience! — Incredible Left Bank Food Tour!! Going on this food tour was the best decision ever! It was the perfect way to kick off my first trip to Paris and I highly recommend this experience. Marion was our guide for this tour and her energy, knowledge, and passion for what she does made the entire experience absolutely enjoyable and memorable!

The tour was also well paced and interactive. Marion was very accommodating of our preferences and took the time to answer any questions we had about the places we visited, French fare and culture etc. Everything we had sampled on this tour was just top notch and we certainly came away from the tour feeling really satisfied and well-fed! — South Marais Delights with Stephanie We did the south Marais tour this morning with Stephanie. She was absolutely terrific, informative, welcoming, fun, engaging and knew everything about everything we tasted. Her selections were delicious and varied. We couldn’t be happier with this tour. — Delectable and delightful. What a most amazing 3 hours. Our tour guide, Diane, shared her 20 years of food writing knowledge and experiences with our small group by selecting breads, cheeses, chocolates and wine to delight our taste buds. She did this in the most affable manner. I learned more about these French favorites in this one day than I had in all my previous visits to the City of Light. And I also appreciated the various points of interest she shared with us as we meandered through the neighborhood. I can’t wait until my next visit to Paris to try another food journey with Paris by Mouth. — Goody tour in North Marais A wonderful experience. Andres did an amazing job of educating the group on why and how French good tastes so good. He is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. A very nice tour. — Excellent experience! I loved this tour! It was a small group – 11 of us and our chef-hostess, Isabelle Auzou. Isabelle was very friendly, knowledgeable, & had a great relationship with all of the vendors. Wonderful experience & tastings! Thank you so much to all! —

Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in August 2022: —- You MUST do one of these if you’re going to Paris! I am going to say that this should be at the VERY top of your list for Paris, and you should try to do it early in your stay so that you can take full advantage of the knowledge you’ll gain – not just about the very best patisseries/chocolateries/fromageries but also about the food itself! We had **such** an enjoyable afternoon today – we did a ‘left bank’ tour and had an amazing tour guide, Marion. The food was SO good, the information was SO interesting, and it was just so much fun – Marion was super friendly and helpful, and really made it such a positive experience even for our travel group which spans ages 9-71! I spent 9 months living in France during college and even for me, a lot of the information was new. Also, you could spend literally days trying to sort through reviews and articles to find the best food in Paris – this makes it really easy to know that you at least won’t miss some of the top highlights. I honestly cannot say enough about these tours. I will definitely do another one, of a different area, next time I’m in Paris and they will be the #1 thing I urge everyone else traveling to Paris to do. PS – if you do a 3:30 tour, you won’t need dinner that night. I recommend eating a light lunch around 12. —- Outstanding experience Stephanie gave a wonderful tour in the South Marais area of Paris. Stephanie is knowledgeable on the food topics, especially wine, so she is an excellent source of information as well as providing very enjoyable conversation. Highly recommend Stephanie for anyone interested in tasting some of the wonders of French food and wine in Paris. —- A taste of the Marais Marie was our guide from the North Bank Tour. We came away historically informed, with greater local knowledge and full belly’s! I would highly recommend this food tour and will hopefully be able to return for a second tour one day. —- Perfect way to sample the French trinity of food I took the Left Bank Food Tour. Our guide was Neil and he was superb. First stop a boulangerie. We had a croissant each but before the tasting lots of explanations about the art of bread and pastry making. Next the cheese shop, where we were filled with interesting facts. But hold one, where’s our cheese? We had to wait…next stop an amazing chocolate shop. We tried two orgasmical pieces of chocolate. We received a lot of info about chocolate making and this particular chocolatier. On the way to our wine tasting shop we were given more interesting facts about the area. And voila, at the wine shop the magic happened. We tasted 2 wines which were perfectly paired with the cheese from the cheese shop and some amazing baguettes du tradicion. We were talked through the specific cheeses and wines. And last, yet another stop at a patisserie. Neil was a great host and the tour was just perfect. Thanks to the Paris by Mouth team x —- The best experience you can book in Paris AMAZING. Incredible. The best activity/tour we’ve ever done!! Our host (Aurélien) was incredibly fun, easy going, and made so much effort to make sure the group felt relaxed and comfortable. In our Paris By Mouth group was a family, a solo traveller and a couple, so perfect for all ages and styles of travellers. The tour was also incredibly organised and ran very smoothly. He took us to all these hidden spots that we never would have found ourselves, while giving us an excellent breakdown of history – from culinary to cultural to landmarks. We are recommending this tour (and Aurélien to everyone). Book it now. Please! Thank you so much Aurélien!!!! Recommend going on an empty as you get to taste so many delicious things! —- An Enjoyable Afternoon in the Left Bank! We booked the Left Bank tour and our guide was Marion. She was very good! We visited several shops along the way – fromagerie, boulangerie, patisserie, & chocolatier. We got to sample a few chocolates, macarons and baguette along the way. It was an incredibly hot day so we didn’t spend as much time out walking about and sampling as might be done if weather was cooler. We took all the goodies that were bought back to a wine cellar where she paired up the food with several wines and we learned even more about the cheeses we sampled (6 in all). All of the food was very good – and it was filling. The wines that were chosen were very good and Marion told us about the various wine regions and what they are known for, etc. we had cheese, baguettes, croissants, and pastries with the wines. We enjoyed the chocolates & macarons while we visiting the stores. All in all – a wonderful day which all four of us enjoyed. One of the top things we did while in Paris! Would definitely book another tour if back in Paris! Thanks Marion for an enjoyable day! —- Incredible Food Tour with an Awesome Guide! Incredible experience, and super fun way to explore a new neighborhood in Paris. Our guide, Marion, was amazing! She was so insightful, and taught all of us so many new things about amazing French food and wine. Not to mention, everything that we ate and drank was amazing! Best food/wine tour in the city no doubt!! —- Activity is not to miss Stephen was a fantastic guide. We had a really fun time, learned a lot about cheeses, pastries, chocolate, baguette and wine. —- Great intro to fresh pastry, cheese, and more A wonderful way to learn about French food and taste amazing pastry, cheese, desserts paired with wine. We did this on our first day in Paris with guide Isabelle. She was great and our kids ages 15 and 18 thought it was great. Will do another one next time we are in Paris —- Highlight of the trip! We had such a fun time on this food tour, which was a highlight in a city of highlights. I learned so much about bread, cheese, chocolate, pastries and wine, and their importance in France. Neil and Marie were so knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommend! —- Excellent tour, highly recommended! I live in Paris and think I know it well. The tour I joined, led by Stephanie, was well-organized, informative and opened my eyes to places and things I did not know. Well worthwhile. —– Perfect! Marion was our food guide. She has a great personality and excellent knowledge of food and wine. We went to the best places for dessert, wine and cheese. I would highly recommend her tour to anyone that really wants to experience the best the left bank has to offer. —- Incredible food tour! If you want to discover the absolute best places to buy cheese, chocolates, dessert, baguettes and wine, take this food tour! Our wonderful guide, Jennifer, not only knows the owners of this wonderful places, but shares the history of the food and delightful stories at each place we stopped. I was a little skeptical of all the positive reviews for Paris by Mouth, but now I know each reviewer is sincere in their praise.

You will receive many emails confirming the tour and reminding you of the location the tour will begin. I was pleasantly surprised by the attention to detail the company provides in the emails, so you know exactly where to meet your guide. Our guide also tried repeatedly to contact people who did not arrive for our tour; I was impressed how hard she tried to connect with them.

Groups are very small, so there is ample time to ask questions, talk to the other members in the group and hear the information the guide is sharing.

And finally, be forewarned- this is NOT tiny little tastings-we were so full of delicious food after the tour, we did not need to stop for dinner on the way back to out hotel.

I highly recommend Paris by Mouth tours and hope to take another tour the next time we visit Paris. —– Fabulous Food Tour Neil was absolutely fantastic!!!!! So knowledgeable and fun! He is a great conversationalist. We enjoyed every minute of this very special tour! —– Fantastic Paris food tour with delicious food stops and a wonderful guide Although I’ve visited Paris many times, this was my first time taking a food tour. I’d heard great things about Paris by Mouth, so my expectations were high, but the Saint-Germain tour our fantastic guide Neil took us on exceeded them all. Neil is super-knowledgeable, not only about the amazing foods purveyors he brought us to for baguettes, croissants, cheese, chocolates, wine & choux pastries (aka cream puffs), but also the neighborhood, architecture, French customs/culture, Paris food scene, many arcane French laws governing food & wine nomenclature/production, and more. At each stop, we tasted the shop’s specialty (and could procure more if we desired) while Neil gathered items for our fun end-of-tour wine & cheese party in a neighborhood wine shop cellar. Neil has a great sense of humor, and it was an absolute pleasure learning from and spending time with him (& the rest of our small group) as we shopped, ate, and drank for 3.5-4 hours. Afterward, Neil followed up with a comprehensive email detailing all the stops we made, and everything we tasted. What’s more, he shared a list of his favorite restaurants in Paris. I really appreciated the email because we didn’t have to take notes during the tour & could just focus on enjoying. We visited 3 of the restaurants Neil recommended during the remainder of our stay in Paris & each one was absolutely delicious! Neil definitely knows his food! I highly recommend Paris by Mouth Food Tours and especially our wonderful guide Neil! —- Another excellent Paris by Mouth food tour! This was my second Paris by Mouth food tour, the first was three years ago and we had the good fortune of Aurélien as our guide both times. Taste of the Marais was the first tour, it was excellent. This year we did a private Left Bank culinary walking tour with our extended, multi-generational family of 6 ranging in age from two to 72. We all had a wonderful time and learned so much, about foods in France and the history of Paris. We received in-depth information afterwards with a focus on cheeses, the regions they come from and their production. I now live in Paris and having a list of the places we visited and the things we tried is just fantastic, I can return to each and know what to ask for. Highly recommend. Even if you are coming to Paris for just a short visit, make the time for one of these tours! —- Food Tour in Marais with Marion was EXCELLENT! Our food tour in Marais with Marion was one of the highlights of our stay in Paris! We visited a boulangerie, fromagerie, charcuterie and chocolate shop before settling down in a wine shop to taste our cheeses, charcuterie and wines. Can’t say enough good things about Marion who was friendly, entertaining and oh so knowledgeable about all of our foods and wines and what makes them uniquely French. We learned so much from her! Also enjoyed the small group of 8 we were with. There was plenty of food so be sure to come hungry. Book this in advance to make sure it doesn’t sell out – you’ll be glad you did! —- North Marais Food tour We did the North Marais food tour with Marie in early July, and it was one of the highlights of our trip to France. Marie’s knowledge, energy, and passion for food and wine shone throughout the tour, and we loved learning how to pair wine and cheese based on terroir, and we also ate award winning croissants and chocolates. We had to bring our 20 month old toddler at the last minute, and Marie even brought a toy for her to play with while we did the tour! We received a detailed follow-up email after the tour, and we returned to several of the stops since we were staying in the neighbors. Highly recommend this fun and unique way to expand your knowledge of French wine and cheese! —- A wonderful afternoon! A wonderful afternoon. Highly recommended. Neil was a knowledgeable and fun guide. We learned so much about delicious cheeses, pasteries and wine, and the ornate French system and interesting craftspeople that produce them. It was a superb lens on French culture. Definitely do NOT make dinner plans after this tour. One last bite: Neil provided a detailed follow up note shortly after the tour, rife with tasting notes, restaurant recommendations and French classes. A superb resource. —– South Marais Food Tour The South Marais Food Tour with Aurelien was a real highlight of our trip. Aurelien is such a fun, friendly, personable guide who is able to impart his knowledge in a manner that is interesting and accessible to all. He seemed to effortlessly get to know everyone in the group… —– North Marais Tour We did the North Marais tour with Jennifer in late July and had a wonderful time. Jennifer was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everybody had enough to eat and drink! Oooh the cheese! We also had croissants/baguettes, chocolates, charcuterie, and of course wine!!! Communication was great and there actually was not all that much walking for the tour – it was all within a few blocks of each other. Highly recommend and will try a different neighbourhood with Paris by mouth if we’re lucky enough to be back! —– Eat great food and learn at the same time! We did a South Marias neighborhood food and wine tour with Andres, a long-time resident of Marias and an amazing food and wine navigator. What a great experience! We learned so much about identifying the best food purveyors and how to pick out exceptional cheese, wine and bakery items from the common stuff. A great, stomach-filling way to spend a few hours and to learn about French cuisine. —– Really fun (and educational too)! Paris by Mouth had been recommended by a friend, and I am so happy she did. My travel companion (another friend) and I had Neil as our guide, and he was delightful. The experience took us to an incredible bakery (that I went back to multiple times), a cheese shop, a chocolate shop, a sweets bakery, and a wine store. At the wine store you get to sit and eat what has been gathered by Neil, and learn a great deal more about cheese than I for one knew there was to learn. We had a group of 6, which was perfect, and the entire experience was simply lovely. If you have the chance, and the means, I strongly recommend this tour. —– Best Paris Food Experience !! Had to be our favorite Paris experience and we had a lot of amazing Paris experiences. We were met by Neil who was one of the best guides we had met in Paris and tasted some of the best foods and he later sent an email summary with everything he recommended and everything we tried. Tour went way over and Neil didn’t stress. We were in St Germain. Don’t think about it, do it !! Hope to be back again for more ! —- Excellent experience Marion was an excellent guide on this food tour. She had a very good mix of facts, history, culture and entertainment. The food, especially the cheeses and wine, were superb. Highly recommended! —- A truly awesome experience. Our guide was Stephen, an Irish Ex Pat living in France for the last 29 years. As a trained chef, Stephen was truly into food and shared a serious amount of knowledge. He clearly loves food, wine, pastry and Paris. We did the Left Bank tour on July 26, 2022. Stephen is the kind of guy you would love to hang out with and have a beer, which is kind of what we did.

Basically we walked and talked from shop to shop as Stephen purchased items for lunch. We ended up in a wine shop and shared pastries, cheese and wine. The morning went by fast and we truly enjoyed ourselves.

We ultimately ended up returning to some of the shops to buy more supplies for our journey home. Thank you Stephen for sharing your passion with us. —- Great Food Tour Absolutely wonderful food tour!! Everything we ate was delicious! I never have to eat another croissant in my life because I had the best there is on this tour. The cheeses, the wine, the chocolate…. incredible! Our guide, Neil, was a great host! Book it! —- Outstanding food tour in the Marais We had an outstanding tour with Neil, who was knowledgeable, funny, and candid about his experiences not only living as a british expat in France, but about working in the French food world. We did the south Marais (small) tour; there were 7 of us in total. Our tour was more on the sweet side (no charcuterie) but it ended in a real wine cellar underneath some of the oldest residential structures in Paris sipping wine and eating cheese and bread. It’s a marvelous way to see this part of the city, learn a bit about french gastronomy–I’m a bit of a foodie and I learned a lot I didn’t know. Terrific in every way. There is a lot of walking, and not a lot of sitting, for this tour, so wear your best touring shoes and try not to cry because it is hot in the summer. —– Fun, informative, and positively delicious! I took a Paris by Mouth tour about ten years ago and loved it. So I was really looking forward to trying this one in the Marais, my favorite neighborhood. It was just as great as that first one, in no small part because of Andres, who was so easygoing and knowledgeable about cheese, wine, bread—-well, everything important! His selections of what we tasted were swoon worthy and he’s about as charming as a person can be. A great day with great food and wine and a great guide.

Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in July 2022: _____ North Marais tour is excellent! We loved the tour with Marion! She is talkative smart and fun! She made us feel very comfortable. Within 5 minutes we learned so much. The small group Was lovely and we met a fantastic family from Toronto who really made the tour lovely. Marion took us to places we never would have ventured in to. Also, it made me realize how much we don’t know! Wish we had done it sooner! Merci! _____ Amazing Food Tour in the Marais Sharing the experience with others and conversing with Diane who was so informative and personable! The Marais was beautiful too. Lots of history in addition to great cheese, chocolate, pastry and wine. I loved how small our group was. The communication in advance of the tour was also excellent. Very clear on where to meat. This was an outstanding experience. I will absolutely do this again! Thank you ParisbyMouth and Diane _____ Fun wine, cheese & chocolate experience! Our wine, cheese, chocolate and bread tour with Diane was one of our favorite things we did in Paris. We learned so much, including about the MOFs (best of France), different wines, how to pair wines and cheeses, and even fun geographic facts. The third generation chocolate shop was amazing. But our favorite part was sitting around in the wine cellar, trying different wines and cheeses and chatting with Diane and the members of our group. It was so good I would do it again when i return to Paris. _____ Take the North Marais food tour with Marion – you will be glad you did! Marion was super fun, energetic, and so knowledgeable! It was truly a wonderful experience. We took the tour at the end of our time in Paris, and I wish we would have taken it closer to the beginning, since she gave us so many great tips! I’ll lever guy pasteurized brie again. 🙂 Highly recommend the North Marais food tour with Marion!! _____ Fantastic tour with Neil What a fantastic way to learn about the French, Parisians, and their food! We had a super tour from Neil, who took us to five merchants selling extremely high quality foods, ranging from cheese to bread to pastries to macarons and chocolate in the Latin Quarter. Neil proved to be exceptionally knowledgable, was clearly passionate about food, and promoted a great tour atmosphere with wide-ranging insights from food to history. The other tour guests were also fun to get to know, with everyone clearly enjoying themselves. This is the third time we’ve taken a food tour from Paris by Mouth, and we’ve loved every one of them. It has become one of our go-to highlights for every visit to Paris. Oh, and at the end, we got a curated list of recommended restaurants from our guide. We subsequently had several super dinners! Sign up for the tour—you will not regret it! _____ The Left Bank Tour was a great experience!! Marion was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about all things food! I felt confident shopping for cheese and bread (yes, there is a special baguette!) the very next day. Though my sons and I did not try any wines, we did not feel left out as the cheese and wine tasting were combined. After the tour, Marion emailed us a detailed list of where we went and everything we tasted, which was extremely helpful. She even replied to me several times with other recommendations during our stay. Add this tour to your must-do’s list for your next trip to Paris! _____ Highlight of our trip My husband and I went on the North Marais food tour and it was one of our favorite things we did in Paris. Our tour guide Marion was incredible. She was friendly, inclusive, and so knowledgeable about food and wine. I wish we had done the tour earlier in our trip so that we could have taken more advantage of what we learned, but Marion did recommend a great restaurant for dinner for our last night in Paris. Marion took us to a bakery, cheese chop, meat shop, chocolatier, and then we ended in a wine cave where we got to sample everything while Marion explained the different things we tried. Go on this tour, and go hungry! _____ Just do it! The best part of this experience (and it was all good) was the end where we got to sit in a wine cellar, eating our cheese, bread, and drinking wine and learning so much about the different kinds of cheeses, where they came from, and also about the wines we were drinking. What our guide Marion didn’t tell us in the beginning is that her knowledge of food and wine is about a mile long and at least two miles deep. She does an excellent job of teaching you new things and interacting with everyone on the tour. This was my first food tour experience and it will certainly not be my last. I couldn’t recommend Paris by Mouth enough. To boot, we even took a couple of restaurant recommendations from their substack which were the most memorable meals we had in Paris. Thank you Paris by Mouth & Marion. It was great. Our only feedback is that the shops we stopped in along the way (for bread, cheese, chocolate, and pastries) were relatively high-end chains vs smaller local establishments. It would have been nice to support and learn about some smaller businesses. _____ Amazing way to experience Paris!! What an amazing way to experience Paris food and culture!! We had the BEST time with Diane on the Left Bank food tour. She was SO knowledgeable about food, wine and life in Paris! It was very cool to have her American perspective as well as her foodie expertise. I’m still dreaming about the croissants and cheese she turned us on to. Highly recommend the Paris by Mouth tours – you won’t be disappointed. _____ Wonderful experience! This tour was a highlight of our trip! The food was exceptional and there was a good variety of things to try. The pace of the walk and information shared was perfect (not too much, not too little). Highly recommend! _____ Best experience with Paris by Mouth walking tour and guide, Marion Marion, our PbM tour guide and host, was knowledgeable, fun and enthusiastic – her passion for French food and wine is contagious! We learned so much during our short walking/eating/drinking tour and I have managed to retain most of it. My four young adult children and I enjoyed every moment! We want to go back to Paris and take another tour with Marion and Paris by Mouth. _____ Money Well Spent Stephen was our guide and we could not have hoped for a more knowledgeable, accommodating and friendly guide. Given his background working, cooking and managing in various restaurants around the world he knew his stuff. We have been fortunate enough to have been able to sample many food tours around the world and Stephen proved to be the best guide so far. Try and get a booking with him. It will be money well spent. _____ A wonderful food tour! We had a wonderful time and experience with Marie (from Paris by Mouth) on our North Marais tour. Marie was delightful and informative. We sampled food from an award winning boulangerie (listening to the “music of the bread” while we ate), sampled delicious cheeses, pate and amazing chocolate. We also tried a variety of wines while we ate and listened to Marie explaining all about the food. The experience was definitely worth the money and my family of four (husband and two grown sons) had a wonderful time. We highly recommend this tour! _____ The best food tours! We enjoyed a wonderful, fun, informative tour of the northern Marais with Marie. She was generous with her knowledge, warm and friendly, and happy to entertain any and all questions about food and France. This was a delightful way to deepen our experience of Paris and French food traditions. Whether you are a first time visitor or a veteran, these tours are a great choice to enhance your Paris vacation! _____ One of My Favorite Paris Experiences The Paris by Mouth Left Bank food tour with Diane R was so worth the money. She was so fun and full of interesting information. She asked the group what we wanted to get out of the experience and then tailored it to us. The croissant, cheeses, chocolates, desserts and wines were yummy and the experience was amazing. There is minimal walking and maximum tasting! We visited all the shops. She had chosen some items and then asked for the group’s input on some additional items for us to take back to the wine shop to have our own cheese and wine tasting. She paired the wines and cheeses and explained the regions. Then we tasted our dessert afterward. She is incredibly knowledgeable and so personable. Definitely recommend! _____ A highlight of my trip to Paris! This tour was absolutely fantastic! Diane was incredibly knowledgeable, the food was delicious and I learned so much. Definitely a highlight of my trip to Paris. If you are a foodie, I highly recommend this tour. _____ Great food tour, hosted by Neil Although my husband and I have been to Paris many times, this was the first time we took a food tour. This company came highly recommended, and the tour did not disappoint. First, the organizers provided clear instructions beforehand. Our actual tour was both fun and educational – well worth the time even if on a tight vacation schedule. Our tour guide, Neil, shared a lot of information about the food he had selected for us from the excellent shops we went to, and answered our many questions about the various locations we visited – bakery, cheese store, chocolatier, wine store and pastry shop. I particularly enjoyed sitting with Neil and the rest of our small tour, eating the baguette, cheeses and wine that Neil had chosen. The end of the tour was a relaxed and casual mini-meal. We highly recommend Paris by Mouth and a tour with Neil as the guide. _____ Excellent Great service! The facilitator, Diane, was very knowledgable and had positive energy 🙂 Thanks so much _____ Fantastic food tour in Paris – fun, educational and tasty! I took a great tour with Paris by Mouth in May 2022 and our tour guide, Diane, was awesome. I was so impressed with her background and credentials as a professional food writer. I was traveling by myself, but felt very comfortable with the group and had a lot of fun. Diane is an American who has lived in Paris for many years, and it was great to visit many of her favorite food destinations and learn about the history and importance of each item we were tasting. We stopped at several places in the neighborhood to collect cheeses, bread, chocolates and more and then gathered in the wine cave of a local wine shop to sample our goodies. Everything was delicious and we Diane educated us further during the tasting. I had a great time and would definitely recommend Paris by Mouth – I hope to take another tour with them my next time in Paris. _____ Don’t miss the Marais Food tour with Monsiuer Andres I have followed Paris by Mouth for years and found their restaurant recommendations spot on. They now have a nominal subscription fee that is well worth it to find the appropriate restaurant in your Paris neighborhood. We have tried to do their tours but they sell out very quickly so don’t dally. We did a Marais tour with Monsiuer Andres that was absolutely first class. His tour brought us great food, great wine but, more importantly, he provided an excellent grounding in the history of French boulangeries, fromageries, and various wine regions. It is just as informative for a first time Francophile or someone who has visited for decades. We have had tons of guides and Monsieur Andres is at the top of the list. _____ Fun food tour Excellent tour highlighting the food scene in Saint Germaine. Our guide Diane was welcoming, informative & entertaining. The tour was well paced and helped us learn more about the fabulous Saint Germaine arrondissement. Thanks Diane – highly recommend this tour. _____ Fabulous tour in St Germain We had a fabulous tour in the Left Bank with Diane, and it remains a highlight of my trip to France. Diane was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about food, and a great teacher. The itinerary was perfect and well paced, relaxed and so much fun. The tour ended with a fabulous tasting of wine, cheese and charcuterie which we enjoyed immensely – so many delicious things! We learned so much and by the end, guided by Diane’s deft hand, this lovely and interesting group of strangers made me feel like I was at a wonderful dinner party. Highly recommend Paris by Mouth and I can’t wait to do another tour on my next trip to Paris. _____ The Perfect Tour to Experience the Best of Paris Food and Wine This was my first trip to Paris, and I’m so glad we did the Paris by Mouth tour (the Left Bank Tour) at the beginning of the trip. Our guide, Diane, was so helpful and knowledgeable, she did a fantastic job of keeping the group together and on track while answering questions and sharing information about the city. Our group was small and it was fun to get to know our fellow foodies during the tour. All of the food and wine we sampled was incredible, and after the tour we were able to go back and revisit some of our favorites during the rest of our trip, in addition to bringing home some amazing treats for the rest of our family. Diane shared some really helpful information with us about food and culture in France, I learned so much! I can’t say enough good things about Diane, she was a pro, very kind and excellent at her job. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for a taste of Paris, it really was my favorite part of our trip! _____ Great food and wine tour experience Left Bank Incredibly informative food and wine tour. Also lots of history of Paris, France and the left bank. Definitely recommend doing it at the start of your trip – they recommend so many great food spots throughout Paris- you’ll want to hit them all up before you leave. More talking/listening then walking – so don’t be intimidated by the walking tour. Our group ranged from knowledgeable foodies to people who just like to eat and drink! Everyone got a lot out of it! Highly recommend. _____ Excellent Relaxed Food Tour I really recommend the Left Bank Tour with Diane. It was excellent and a lot of fun. Diane was very knowledgeable about the Parisian food scene knew the answers to most questions. I have done a couple of other tours in Paris and they are much more regimented and less fun. This was one was free flowingI think its great that the tour ends in the wine cellar with wine and cheese. Diane would explain the cheese and the wine and then let us discuss among ourselves and ask questions in a very relaxed setting. Overall this was one of my favorite tours, especially because our guide helped create a setting in which questions were encouraged and everyone felt comfortable to mingle. This tour was the perfect mix of education, food, and wine. _____ Well worth our time! Our morning North Marais tour was terrific and turned out to be one of the highlights of our entire stay in Paris. Our guide, Stephanie, was gifted at sharing her knowledge and passionate about Parisian food culture with us. Are expectations were exceeded in every way and we would be very happy to book another tour with Paris by Mouth on a return trip. Highly recommend! _____ Amazing tour with Diane Diane our tour guide was fabulous! Her in-depth knowledge of food and Paris was so informative – learned so many things I was not aware even though have been to paris many times before. Her selection of places to try in the Marais were beyond delicious. The entire group really had a lovely time together – Diane made us feel like we had all known each other berore. My 14 year old niece was with me and everyone made her feel so comfortable and welcome. Beyond a great tour – would recommend the tour and Diane as the tour guide every time. _____ Great tour Marion was fantastic. Her knowledge of wine, cheese, charcuterie and bread was detailed and extremely thorough. She was fun and energetic which added to the overall experience. A must on your paris visit. We visited a speciality chocolate shop. Thank you Marion and PBM. Highly recommend! _____ Tour led by a Joyful well informed guide Marion, our guide was the very best part of the tour. She’s a bundle of JOY and loaded with information about everything we did on the tour and pretty much anything else we asked about in Paris. Perfect English and a fabulouis selection of places for us to visit. An amazing boulangerie, one of the best in Paris, A fabulous fromagerie, charcuterie, chocolate and finally a wonderful little wine bar inside a fabulous market to taste wines and indulge in the other goodies. _____ Perfect first day in Paris with Marion! Paris by Mouth was the perfect way to begin our family’s tour of Paris. Marion our guide is a cheese and wine expert and she took us to the most divine shops! We started w an award winning baguette and the most delicious croissant my family has ever had. Then we went to a cheese shoppe with the most unbelievable assortment (and aroma!). After that a specialty chocolate shop, and next a wine shop to taste it all. We were stuffed and delighted upon leaving for our final stop at a specialty pastry shop. It was a small, friendly group and we had a wonderful time and learned a lot. If only we had room for more!! Thank you Marion and PBM! _____ A MUST ON YOUR VISIT TO PARIS!! This was the best food tour ever – it came highly recommended to me. Deniz is amazing, make sure you get her as your host. She has a great background of being a chef herself and is very knowledgeable. She was also extra accommodating to my parents who were walking a bit slower than the rest of the crowd.The places we stopped were perfect and a great range of food from breads to chocolate to cheese and pate! We enjoyed it all in this adorable wine cellar too with great wines. Sara, one of the owners, was so easy and great to work with. I had a few changes along the way and she got back to me so quickly and was also very accommodating. Definitely do this when you are in Paris — it is a MUST!!! _____ Must take Diane was especially lovely! I had such a fun time on this tour, even as a solo. I learned a lot about French culture and food – how to order a baguette and which cheese is my favorite. Plus she added in history of places and food. It’s a must! Amazing Food Experience The Left Bank tour with Aurélien was wonderful. He is extremely knowledgeable about French food and culture. The bread, cheese, chocolates, patisserie and wine we sampled were very tasteful. _____ Marion took us on a delightful journey through Paris’s finest bakeries, cheese, and chocolate shoppes. She was amazing! Marion was a fabulous guide and extremely well-informed about Parisian cuisine. The tour was one of our top highlights of our trip. Highly recommend! _____ Best food tour in Paris! We did the south marais food tour with Neil and it was incredible. We learned so much about the neighborhood and finished it off drinking wine and eating cheese in one of the oldest buildings in Paris which had an underground cave. Can’t recommend this enough! _____ Savory Le Marais food tour a highlight of trip Well worth the 3 hours. We took the savory North Le Marais tour and thoroughly enjoyed it. We learned much regarding the foods we ate, wines we drank, as well as the culture surrounding the creation of those foods. We also saw a bit of the le Marais neighborhood which was lovely. Our guide Andres was very knowledgeable and friendly, patiently answering our group’s many questions. He had good recommendations for wines and restaurants, bars and shops in le Marais aside from those we visited. Ee had dinnerbatva redtaurant he recommended and it was excellent and reasonably priced! I would highly recommend his tour to anyone interested in eating great food while in Paris. _____ Great Tour! Your was great and learned a ton. Had lots of great food from various local places that had won numerous awards. Marion, was phenomenal and was very knowledgeable! _____ Book the Left Bank tour early in your trip! We were on the fence about taking up a whole morning for a tour but it turned out to be one of the best things we did on our trip. Deniz led us through the Latin Quarter, sharing with us where to go for the best croissants and cheese. Then she provided lots of samples along with a wine tasting. We likely never would have found these shops on our own and we happily returned to get picnic provisions and snacks throughout our trip. Deniz also gave us restaurant and shopping recommendations and took us to a pastry shop and chocolate shop for delicious samples. It was a memorable morning/afternoon. Highly recommend! _____ Required experience if visiting Paris. As someone who typically avoids guided tours of any kind, this one is truly an exception. It provided us with a unique perspective of Paris and its culinary culture that we would not have been able to see otherwise. Stephanie was lovely, knowledgeable (while still being approachable), and gave us perfect restaurant/bar recommendations for the rest of our trip. _____ Best intro to French food and food culture! We had the pleasure of enjoying the Left Bank tour with the very knowledgeable and fun Marion Cazes. We were an intimate group of 7 with Marion all to ourselves! We sampled croissant, baguette, patisserie, chocolate, wine and cheese from some of the Meuilleur Ouvrir de France—the best quality! Included was THE croissant supplier to the French president—wow! Though not an extensive cheese and wine tasting, Marion’s wine credentials and knowledge were very helpful. We know California wine well and got a great introduction to French wines and wine regions. She shared many recommendations to cool bars and restaurants. If you are here for only a short time, trust Marion to lead you to Paris’ hidden foodie gems! _____ If you are interested in a food tour, paris is the right place and this is the right tour. This tour, while expensive, was worth every penny. We did the Latin Quarter tour with Deniz, and had some of the most amazing food. Deniz was highly knowledgeable and both interested and interesting. If you’re in the market for a food tour, Paris is the place to do it and this tour is the one to do. Started with the best croissant I have ever had, followed by pastries, bread, cheese, chocolates, a lengthy wine store stop where we ate a generous amount of fabulous cheese with generous amounts of three different wines, and then more pastry to finish. The tour took about three hours, 10am – 1pm. No need for lunch after. Highly recommended. _____ Delicious and informative Stephanie gave us a food tour in the Marais. She was very friendly and the food we tasted was amazing. The temperature was almost 100 degrees and she aptly pivoted to help us avoid the heat. The croissant was so extraordinary that we ventured back from the 7th just to buy another for our breakfast another day. I highly recommend Stephanie and Paris by Mouth!! _____ A must do for food lovers! This tour was one of the highlights of my trip to Paris! Stephen was a perfect guide. He taught us all about how to judge a baguette, all about different types of cheeses, fascinating info about the world class chocolatier we visited, and so much more. The food was spectacular (who doesn’t love cheeses, breads, and patisserie???) and the information was just so interesting. I loved it so much that I tried to book another tour during my trip only to find they were fully booked the rest of the week (no surprise there at all). The small group setting was perfect because we were all able to talk with one another and chat with Stephen. I will absolutely be doing another tour during my next visit!

Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in June 2022:

Paris By Mouth is a “must do” city walking tour; you will want to come back for more. My husband and I loved our 2015 tour so much we had to do another when we were in Paris in May 2022; we were not disappointed. The Left Bank Food and Wine tour was great fun. The meet-up instructions were excellent, Deniz was a great guide and the selections for the tour were all very good (the artisty of the chocolatiers was amazing). There is a good bit of walking on this tour (as with any city tour) but the food selections are so generous you will welcome the opportunity to burn some calories. We recommend this tour to any of our friends that plan to visit Paris and we would certainly do another on our next trip back. — If you’re going to Paris put “Paris by Mouth” early in your plans. We made better food choices and restaurants because of information Andres provided us! This was our second tour, the first was the Cheese lovers and both were superb!

We had a delightful tour of the North Marais with Andres, He shared his knowledge and wealth of information about all the shops we visited. We were thrilled to learn about the best baguettes and all of the intricacies involved in baking, shelf life and more!

Also on our tour, we had “to die for” croissants, chocolates, pates, delicious cheeses and wine! It was fun to walk around this bustling neighborhood and check out the market as well. Andres was super engaging and answered all of our questions thoughtfully and thoroughly. He provided us with some tidbits about French culture that were on point and helpful during our stay. He also helped us with some of his favorite restaurants in Nice where we also traveled. — My daughter (age 18) and I enjoyed a fabulous afternoon in the north Marais with charming, knowledgeable Marie! Marie shared her deep knowledge of history, Paris, French food and wine along with her art, restaurant and baking background. We enjoyed the most delicious chocolate, cheese, croissant, baguette, charcuterie and wine at special neighborhood spots. Our Paris By Mouth food tour was the highlight of our trip to Paris! — Do this! Do this on your first day in Paris – then you will have so much information for the rest of your time to ensure you have every chance to enjoy the glory of French cuisine and wine in between the museums, galleries etc. Stephen was endlessly knowledgeable and patient. It will be a highlight of your time in Paris. ___ St Germain Tour Lynne was an amazing tour guide! We got to try so many things and left feeling full! She was able to recommend restaurants and things to do for the remainder of our stay in Paris. Highly recommend the st germain tour! ___ A Delicious Tour in Paris Slow-paced tour to savor some of the best tastes in the town. From elegant croissants to an amazing array of cheeses and chocolates, finishing with France’s wines, this is an experience which fully complements the beauty of Paris. ___ Utterly enjoyable! We loved our afternoon tour with Jennifer in the St. Germain area. It was a small group, very relaxed, and very informative. It didn’t feel like a “tour,” more like an experienced friend sharing her love of wine, cheese, meats, and sweets. Utterly enjoyable; highly recommend. ___ Our guide, Aurelien, was engaging and knowledgeable about the foods of France. Learned so much about French culture and the food tastes and wine pairings were superb! ___ Andres was awesome! Our guide, Andres Medrano, was friendly, insightful, prepared, and very well suited to lead our North Marais food tour! It was an excellent morning that we would have enjoyed for hours more! ___ Emily in Paris (by Mouth)! The small group and length of tour In North Marais with Emily, was perfect! We heard wonderful things about Paris by Mouth and the tour exceeded our expectations. ___ Thank you Andres Great tour with Andres. Interesting, thoughtful, very knowledgeable and he was able to adapt without fuss to all in a group with varied backgrounds and tastes. The places we visited and the tastings were all well thought out and would definitely recommend whether you are a novice or an experienced foodie. ___ The Best Food Shops in Saint Germain Our small group had a truly wonderful tour of food shops in Saint Germain area of Paris with Stephen. It was an exhilarating experience for our taste buds while our knowledge horizons were expanded. We sat in a lovely market to break bread, cheese and meats together with wine. I really recommend doing a food tour with Paris by Mouth to immerse yourself in this taste of Paris. ___ This is a Must Do When in Paris This was our second tour with Paris by Mouth. This time we experienced the Left Bank and all that it has to offer. Our guide was Deniz and she was excellent. She was easy to understand since we have had problems understanding some of the French when they are speaking English. She taught us a great deal about all the different foods we tried. It was a wonderful afternoon and we highly recommend this tour. ___ Cheese Explosion blew away expectations The Cheese Explosion tour was a highlight of our stay in Paris. We tasted a great variety of cheeses with nice wine pairings. Jennifer was an engaging host and very knowledgeable and passionate about cheese. It was great to get an explanation in the shop of the main types of cheeses and how to purchase them. I highly recommend booking this tour early in your stay, as you will come away with a ton of great Paris recommendations. You’ll also know how to buy the best cheese (and bread) while in France! Not only were the visited establishments excellent, but he also had a wealth of knowledge about other local venues that we made part of our trip – in Paris and other parts of France! — A must do tour if you love food! If you want to learn more about French food and wine than this tour is for you. We did the North Marais tour led by Deniz. She was fantastic, so knowledgeable and wanted to learn more about our interests in order to shape the tour. The food and wine was generous with an excellent variety of things to try so much so I will never look at bread, croissants or cheese the same way. Highly recommend! — Excellent small group tour We had an excellent experience with Diane on our North Marais tour. Great communication before and a thorough email after with all the details from our tour. The portions were generous such that there were takeaway portions of cheese afterwards. The food and wine was of course amazing. Our group was delightfully international and included Puerto Ricans, a Kazakh, and a CA winemaker. And the groups size is capped at 8. Diane was very knowledgeable on the subject matter and has quite a gourmet expert resume. I would highly recommend. — Lovely insider tour! My favorite part of our Left Bank food tour with Neil was the detailed knowledge and insider info he shared about each stop and the area’s history related to food. This was a great way to dig deeper and appreciate a selection of truly great spots in the vast ocean of Paris’s food scene. My two teenage daughters even enjoyed the info, selection and tastings! — North Marais with Diane We had an excellent tour with Diane! She was deeply knowledgeable and made the tour both educational and fun! We loved the intimate format and enjoyed getting to know our small group of fellow travelers. Would highly recommend Paris by Mouth and Diane’s leadership! — Must do in Paris / Marais Trip highlight was Paris by Mouth Food Tour. Responsive organizers and clear directions. Wish we could have had Aurelien narrate and navigate our entire stay in Paris. A perfect mix of savory and sweet treats and an engaging and informative presentation exploring a fun area in North Marais. Not to be missed. Will book another area when we return! Thank you! — Magnificent (north) Marias with Marion This tour is simply excellent. Intimate, personalized, and fun. Marion was the perfect tour guide – friendly, entertaining, funny, knowledgeable, spoke excellent English, and her passion for food and wine was evident throughout the experience. I learned so much and had a really great time – all while “tasting” our way through the North Marais. Highly, highly recommend it to all audiences. — South Marais with Aurelien This tour and the food were so amazing. Aurelien was a great guide… accommodating the different interests of the group and even keeping my teenagers engaged. Highly recommend! — Marais with Diane We had a fantastic food tour of the Marais with Diane! The food was delicious, the company delightful, and Diane was extremely knowledgable and made everyone feel at ease. Diane also followed up with a detailed email of our itinerary and information about everything we ate and drank which I will absolutely keep for future reference. She even gave us some recommendations for other areas of the city. A highlight of our trip! — Incredibly delightful! We absolutely loved our tour with Aurelien! We toured the Left Bank area and were so impressed with Aurielien’s lovely and kind vibe, extensive knowledge, and good humor! The day was brutally hot but we barely noticed – we were so engaged. I highly recommend this for anyone looking to get an inside scoop on some of Paris’s best foods. — Great Experience! We had a wonderful food tour of Saint-Germaine with some nice touches of history added in. The original Poilane bakery was a highlight. The tour ended with tastings of delicious cheeses, charcuterie, bread and wine that easily counts as lunch. Stephen was delightful and very impressive professionally. — Fantastic start to our trip Our tour of the Left Bank was absolutely phenomenal! Neil, our guide, was friendly, knowledgeable and made the entire experience such a fantastic start to our Paris trip. We ended up going back to a lot of the stops to pick up more treats while we were in Paris for the week, and grabbed chocolate to bring home with us. The food we tasted on the tour was probably the best we had while in the city – award winning cheeses, croissants, baguettes, pastries, chocolates & wines. We decided to book a tour for our first afternoon in the city (after taking a red-eye flight and landing that morning). Would not recommend that part – we were feeling pretty jet lagged by the time the tour rolled around. But Neil’s passion for the topics, knowledge about the various specialties & general recommendations made it a joy despite how tired we are. We also left the tour with recommendations for restaurants, activities, and Neil’s local knowledge helped us figure out how to get tickets to the Coup de France that was happening that weekend – which was absolutely amazing. This tour was a top highlight of our entire trip. We can’t wait to book another tour on our next visit! — Engaging tour We had a wonderful tour in Marias today with our guide Marion. She was so engaging and knew so much about food. We were lucky to be able to sample a little bit of everything – bread, sweets, wine, cheese and charcuteries. We really enjoyed the day and it was a wonderful way to see a little part of Paris. — Outstanding Aurélien was an extraordinary guide as he navigated us through the most delicious food tour! He was knowledgeable, engaging & kind. Highly recommend him & the tour!!!! — Delicious and Delightful Our guide Neil was as knowledgeable as he was engaging—the best of combinations for a wonderful tour! A particular highlight were the cheeses and his detailed explanations. — A wonderful way to sample a city and it’s food and wine. Lynne met us in front of Poilane bakery for our first stop. She told us the history of the bakery and the Poilane family before entering . Here , as at all the shops we sampled and then she purchased food for our ultimate stop, sitting to sample cheese and wine pairings. I had been on one Paris By Mouth tour previously and both have been wonderful. — 50th birthday treat Neil met us with bottles of water and we tasted our way through the Left Bank and collected treats to eat in a lovely subterranean wine cave. Perfect on a warm day. The group surprised me by singing happy birthday and Neil put a candle in my Paris-Brest eclair. C’est magnifique. — A picky eaters review Let’s start with saying I am a picky eater and my wife will try anything. Doing this was her idea. The whole process was handled very well with communication. Our guide ,Steven was great. Very informative and knowledgeable. he explained the history of the wines, cheeses, bread and meats we tried. Being picky, I was hesitant but did sample some. The rest of the group definitely enjoyed it all. —

Reviews left on TRIP ADVISOR in MAY 2022: —– Lynne, with Paris by Mouth, gave us a wonderful tour of St Germain. She was a delight and so knowledgeable! A perfect and delicious morning in Paris! Written May 30, 2022 —– We went on the South Marais tour with Stephen, wouldn’t hesitate to recommend others do the same. Stephen was a fantastic guide with a wealth of knowledge about the area and its history, not to mention the fantastic spots he took us to. Great way to explore part of a Paris. Written May 30, 2022 —– Every small shop our guide Isabel took us in was fantastic. We would never have been able to find these places on our on. The cheese shop was over the moon! Written May 30, 2022 —– This was our second Paris by Mouth tour and we would happily do another one. On each tour we learned totally different things about bead, cheese, wine, chocolate and charcuterie, even though we had the same guide both times (DIane). She is great at explaining complex concepts about wine and food while making it relatable and fun. Everything we tried was top notch and we loved the cute wine bar at the end. Written May 29, 2022 —– THE BEST TOUR!!! If going to Paris, if you book anything, book this! Isabelle was AWESOME! The food and wine was amazing! We did the St Germain one! Learned so much about the food! Can’t say enough about it! Go and experience it!!! Written May 28, 2022 —– Amazing time with Diane! Super knowledgeable about life in France!!! Visited some great food stores (Poilane bakery, chocolate store (will not share the name so you can discover it too, wine store, cheese and charcuterie etc… Needless to say, we ate and drank like kings and Queens!!! Thank you Diane! Written May 28, 2022 —– Diane was extremely knowledgeable and a great guide! We had a blast learning about Saint Germaine and enjoying some great food and wine and came away more knowledgeable about food, Paris, and even some of its history! Written May 25, 2022 —– This was our first Paris by Mouth tour, in fact, one of the few food tours we’ve ever done. Diane was so knowledgeable and so open to questions. I wondered how it might go, given different levels of knowledge and interest in the group, but I learned all sorts of things and Diane was gracious and able to answer all kinds of different questions. The weather was miserable but you would not have known it given Diane’s enthusiasm – I loved how protective of the bread she was! What was even more helpful was the information she sent later about the foods we’d eaten and places we’d been, and she followed up with it so quickly that we could refer to it immediately during the rest of our stay in Paris. Written May 25, 2022 —– Wonderful Left bank tour with Diane. This was our first ever food tour and we loved it. Diane was very knowledgeable and walked us thru the maze of French cheese and wines! She was super friendly and hospitable and ever willing to answer all kinds of questions. Strongly recommended. Written May 24, 2022 —– Left bank tour was wonderful, despite the rain! Small group of 7, our guide was fabulous, very knowledgeable and a great teacher, learned a lot. Best croissant in all of Paris, wonderful cheeses, chocolate, macaroons and then a lovely wine tasting. Loved learning about French wines. A must do tour! Written May 23, 2022 —– This was a wonderful tour – highly recommend! The best part of the tour was our guide Stephen, who was so knowledgeable and also just a really nice guy who was fun to be with. The food we tasted was truly extraordinary- the best baguette, croissant, chocolate, cheese, and charcuterie I have ever tasted – and so much of it that we didn’t end up needing dinner after the tour. Book this tour – you will not be disappointed. Written May 22, 2022 —– This tour was recommended to me by a friend and I am so glad we included this fun, informative and tasty activity into our trip’s itinerary. Diane was personable and knowledgeable – overall a fantastic guide. I’d recommend this tour through the historic st Germaine neighborhood to anyone who enjoys delicious bread, cheese, chocolate, pastries and wine. 🙂 Written May 21, 2022 —– Had such a great time during the Left Bank tour! I actually was supposed to attend the Marais tour, but due to flight issues and COVID uncertainty, missed that tour. Paris by Mouth was thankfully very understanding, and rescheduled me for the Left Bank tour happening later in the day. I’m so glad they did because I really loved the Left Bank tour and especially our guide Diane!

Diane is so knowledgeable about food and history, as well as a gifted storyteller! The tour was incredibly interesting and engaging, not to mention, of course, delicious! Diane picked the most exquisite cheeses, chocolates, pastries, and wine for us to try, and I appreciated that she asked us for our dietary preferences beforehand and was so accommodating of them. The places Diane took us were places I wouldn’t have known about on my own, so I felt like I was getting a real local’s tour. I also really enjoyed the small group setting and getting to learn about the other folks in my tour. I can’t wait to come back and try some of the other tours offered, and encourage others give this tour a try! Written May 21, 2022 —– I had such a wonderful time on the Left Bank Tour with Diane! She’s a wonderful tour guide and all of the food we ate – gotta love anyone who shows up with a croissant and a bread knife! I recommend this tour to everyone! Written May 21, 2022 —– This is the second time I’ve done a tour with Paris by Mouth. Deniz was spectacular. She has an encyclopedic knowledge and was just great fun to spend time with. And of course the food was amazing. Couldn’t recommend highly enough! Thank you Deniz! Written May 21, 2022 —– Paris by Mouth is one of our favorite food tours. We have travelled to France many times but still learned a lot about French food and wine. Our guide, Diane, was so wonderful! She was very welcoming and is very knowledgeable about French food, customs, and history. We were so glad to be on her tour, it felt like spending an afternoon with a good friend who was showing us around Paris. The tour started with a croissant, then went to a boulangerie for bread, a fromagerie for cheese, a chocolate shop, and pastry shop before heading to a cute wine store to enjoy all of our food with perfectly paired wine. Along the way, Diane gave a really nice overview of the history and culture of each spot and picked up lots of useful tips. There was a lot of food and wine for each person, definitely enough for a meal. Would highly recommend! Written May 21, 2022 —– Diane’s tour was a perfect mix of food, history, and fun. Every aspect was so thoughtful and the food was incredible. I appreciated that rather than visiting multiple sit down restaurants, we walked around the neighborhood to procure various items from specialty vendors. Bread from classic bakery, chocolate from an unbelievable chocolatier, meats from a renowned butcher, cheese from an incredible cheese monger, and finally wine from a lovely shop. The overall experience was charming, authentic, and delightful. Written May 21, 2022 —– We can’t recommend the Paris by Mouth food tours highly enough. The Left Bank your led by our fantastic and charming guide, Neil, was a highlight of our trip. Each of the stops we made was a thoughtfully chosen, top-notch example of a patisserie, fromagerie, or chocolaterie. Neil’s extensive knowledge of Paris, food, and wine (among other things) made for the most interesting and engaging tour. Our small group enjoyed magnificent tastings at each of the shops we visited before making our way to a wine cave to pair several excellent wines with the treats Neil had collected and carried for us on our journey in St-Germain-des-Pres. We look forward to booking with Paris by Mouth again on our return to Paris! Written May 19, 2022 —– We took the South Marais tour the afternoon we landed in Paris, something we always do when we travel abroad, haven’t slept in 2 days and need a way to stay awake, see a cool neighborhood in a new city, and begin to experience local food. This was one of the best we’ve ever done. 6 stops and an epic feast of wine, cheese, bread and patisserie in a wine cellar at the end. It doesn’t get any better. Both our guide and the food were amazing. Highly recommend! Written May 19, 2022 —– My mom and I had the Paris by Mouth tour in St. Germain with Lynne and it was an unforgettable and amazing experience! We had great food, terrific wine and most of all, we had such a cozy atmosphere with Lynne and our super fun foodie group. She picked out great sweets, cheeses and charcuterie for us to eat – all while giving us interesting tidbits of history. What really stood out for me is how sympathetic and accommodating Lynne was to the entire group. It was a walking tour but Lynne still took the time to accommodate my mom who has mobility issues and ensure that we had enough pauses and places to relax, see some amazing sights and learn about food. All while doing this seamlessly within the tour itself and not making my mom or myself feel like we were a burden for waking a bit slower. We came away from the tour with a new appreciation for Parisian food, wine and our amazing group and guide Lynne. Strongly recommend booking this tour! 🙂 Written May 19, 2022 —– I’ve taken all of the Paris By Mouth tours – this was a repeat tour for me because I wanted to take my sister. PBM tours always exceed expectations and standout as a favorite activity on every visit. Our guide, Marion is from France, spoke very nice English, was excited and enthusiastic to share her in depth knowledge of the best Paris has to offer – pastries, breads, chocolate, sweets, charcuterie, cheese, wine. I highly recommend any and all of the PBM tours. After visiting all of the shops and tasting and collecting food along the way we arrived at a wine cave – le 18 Oberkampf where we spent a lovely couple of hours tasting cheeses and meats paired with wines as Marion did a wonderful job teaching our group about the regions and characteristics of each Written May 19, 2022 —– Lynne was our tour guide and her first-hand experience as a pastry chef gives her some great insights. All the places she took us to were great, and the food was top quality. She was very good at explaining the history behind each of the shops we visited, and she obviously has a good personal relationship with all the people who work there. This tour is highly recommended. Written May 18, 2022 —– Last week I was lucky enough to do a walking foodie tour with Lynne from Paris by Mouth in St. Germain. It was an enjoyable 3 hours filled with interesting foodie info but also tidbit facts about Paris. Lynne was lovely and upbeat and the other people on the tour were terrific. We had a great time. Along the way we nibbled and near the end of this tour we were able to sit at proper tables in the shade and enjoy some charcuterie and wine. Recommended. Written May 18, 2022 —– What an amazing experience! We learned so much during our tour with Stephen! We booked a private tour for six and enjoyed so many wonderful treats it is impossible to pick a favorite. His food knowledge was interesting and engaging. The stops on the tour were unique. The only downside was discovering a delicious cheese we are not likely to find at home. Great reason to return to Paris! Thank you Stephen! Written May 17, 2022 —– Paris by Mouth – North Marais Food Tour with Andres Medrano was excellent! We sampled wines, cheese, charcuterie, chocolates, and of course, the breads. The award winning Boulangerie with the most incredible croissants was amazing. Andres was very knowledgeable, answered all our questions, and went above and beyond to provide follow-up information and also provided recommendations for area restaurants and shops. Definitely one of the best food tours we’ve been on. Highly recommended. Written May 16, 2022 —– North Marais Tour with Deniz was simply the best tour I have ever taken. Deniz was so knowledgeable and warm. Her food choices were impeccable and she explained everything very clearly. I learned so much and it was a great time with a friendly group. Highly recommend! Written May 16, 2022 —– Really good food tour. I’ve done food tours in loads of different cities and this one is really great. Our guide was really knowledgeable, accommodating and enthusiastic. Written May 15, 2022 —– My husband & I were in Paris in April and had a wonderful Left Bank walking tour with Stephen from ‘Paris by Mouth’. It was one of the best (if not THE BEST) tour we have ever taken. We went to learn about & Stephen purchased award winning products – baguettes & croissants, cheeses, chocolate, desserts, and wine. Stephens breadth of knowledge and experience was incredible. We ended up in a quaint wine shop to partake of our delicious food & drink. It was a small group (6 in our tour) and we had a wonderful time. This is truly a tour not to miss. We plan to do another one of their tours the next time we are in Paris. Written May 14, 2022 —– Diane was our guide and she did a tremendous job. She was informative, funny and knowledgeable. It was my favorite tour in Paris. Highly recommended! Written May 14, 2022 —– This guided food tour of the Marais was one of our favorite tours of our whole trip….our guide, Diane…originally from the US with a resume that would impress every foodie….Diane is the real deal and taught us SO much about what makes for the best Boulangerie—award winning croissants & baguettes…fromageries that age the cheese on site…charcuteries w the best meats & pates…the best chocolates…and lastly—awesome wines from the great regions of France where we sat at a table and tasted all of our delicacies together…it is NOT to be missed….We were in touch w Diane later in our stay for other recommendations in the 7th where we tried to replicate our experience and had a picnic in the park…my suggestion is to do the tour early in your stay so you can use your knowledge for the time you are in France Written May 14, 2022 —– Our South Marais food tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Paris. After a warm welcome from Aurelien, our extremely knowledgeable and friendly guide, we spent the next 3.5 hours in food paradise—visiting exquisite shops, learning about the history and uniqueness of each place we visited, and sampling the most incredible wines, cheeses, breads and pastries. This is a not-to-be-missed experience when in Paris! Written May 14, 2022 —– I now understand why the Paris By Mouth tours are so popular: We had a delightful time discovering and eating our way through St. Germaine. The variety of purveyors and food/wine was perfect. We would not have found these places or delectable eats on our own, and the accompanying narrative throughout was great. Lynne was personable and super knowledgeable- She is clearly respected and known by the locals like the charismatic retired butcher and smiling cheese monger in the covered market and the debonaire guys that run the wine shop. This was a highlight of the trip. The size of group (8) was a nice format/pace & I’d highly recommend. Written May 13, 2022 —– It was rainy and freezing but the Left Bank tour with Isabelle was still super enjoyable and delicious. We came home with new knowledge and a taste for ashy French goat cheese! The croissants in California are now disappointing and can never compare. The best part was the wine and cheese pairings at the end. Our two teenagers enjoyed this tour as well. Isabelle followed up the tour with an email summary of the places we went and the cheeses and chocolates we enjoyed. I hope to be able to do this again someday. Highly recommend! Written May 11, 2022 —– The Marais tour with Andres was delightful and educational. The Marais Market, the Boulangerie, Chocolate maker, cheese shop, charcuterie shop were all top quality. Andres generously adjusted his selections to the tastes of some of the tour members. He was extremely knowledgeable about wines and cheeses. These tours are my favorite Paris experience. Written May 11, 2022 —– Our tour of St. Germain was the perfect kick-off for our trip to France. Jen, our guide, made a great tour into a fabulous life experience. She’s a great storyteller and super informed about all things food, but especially, cheese, bread, chocolate, and wine! Additionally, she’s a connector- so I credit her alchemist’s touch with turning what could have been an awkward experience- three couples traveling together and two complete strangers- into a rich and festive experience. We were all hoping to stay in touch by the end of the tour. Can’t say enough good things about the experience. The Olympia-Los Angeles crew. Written May 9, 2022 —– We had a lovely afternoon in Saint Germain with Diane enjoying treats we would never have discovered without this great tour! Diane was personable, knowledgable, and fun. Cannot recommend enough! Written May 8, 2022 —– We had a lovely food tour with Marie this week. We opted for the morning “North Marais” tour. Marie was knowledgeable, friendly and fun. There were only 6 people in our tour, which was nice. We visit a boulangerie and tried croissants and baguettes, a chocolatier and sampled exquisite chocolates. We then visited a few other stores, picking up items and learning about the food along the way. The final stop was at a wine store and Marie layed out bread, cheese and charcuterie to sample with a variety of wines. A different format than other food tours that we’ve been on, but it was delightful. Loved learning about the area as well as the food! Highly recommend!!! Written May 7, 2022 —– We went on the St Germaine tour with Lynne and it was one of the main highlights of our trip so far! Lynne is an amazing guide; very personable as well as extremely knowledgeable about food. Would HIGHLY recommend any tour with her – so fun and enjoyable. We began at Poilane Bakery and its rich Parisien history, next Champon Chocolaterie (oh wow! Leonidas Belgian chocolate is my all time favorite, but this has changed my opinion about French chocolate), then finished at the Marche Couvert St Germain (covered market). I got to try many different things with a great group and a guide truly passionate about food, making it so much more fun! Do it!!! Great experience and sooo fun! What other tours are you doing Lynne? We’re here another week ….. Written May 4, 2022 —– This was my second tour with Paris by Mouth, and it was once again fabulous and informative. I not only learned a lot about food and culture in Paris, but got to meet some fantastic people as well. Jennifer, our guide, was knowledgeable, friendly, and helped all of us enjoy the experience. Would happily attend another tour and would definitely recommend this to anyone wanting an authentic and tasty experience to remember in Paris! Written May 2, 2022 —– We took our first Paris by Mouth tour last week with Stephen exploring Marais. What a fantastic experience! He clearly knows the shopkeepers well and picked out wonderful cheese, chocolate, and wine for us. Stephen is charming and knowledgable and flexed when he needed to – a film was being made at the boulangerie that he had picked out – but he quickly found another for our baguettes! The people in our small group were also charming and interesting. Loved the cave-like setting for our tasting. Written May 2, 2022 —– My husband and I did a food tour of St. Germain with Diane and it was just fantastic. It was our second tour with Paris by Mouth (the last one was pre-pandemic in the Marais.) Diane is an expert and really knows her way around the best that Paris has to offer. I was really excited to start our tour at Poilane, the famous bakery and from there we moved on to chocolate, cheese, charcuterie, and wine. What more could you ask for? The tour ended on a cute little terrace outside a wine cave where we tasted and talked about everything we had seen and more. Highly recommend a tour with Paris by Mouth and Diane on your next trip to Paris! (And I don’t even eat meat.) Written May 2, 2022 —– Diane, was an excellent host as we meandered around Saint Germain, popping into bakeries, chocolate shops, markets & finally settling in for a wine & cheese tasting.

This was my 1st Paris food tour & to be honest, I wasn’t expecting much. I’m not a fan of group activities with strangers & I live in NYC, a food mecca. However, my expectations were blown away. First, by the bakery (Poilane), 2nd a chocolate shop we stopped in (Patrick Roger) (both of these were on my list to check out, outside of this food tour) & 3rd, Diane’s knowledge, plus her ability to keep a diverse group of people engaged & very happy (2 NYers were in our group, not an easy feat).

At Poilane, Diane has pre-purchased treats for us to try immediately & some for later. She shared lots of history & helpful tid-bits including how to tell a GREAT croissant from an eh, you don’t want that kind of croissant (I’ve passed on many croissants since gaining this invaluable information). Patrick Roger was not part of the scheduled tour, but when we walked by I asked to stop & Diane was more than accommodating (A+++ customer service). At the market, Diane purchases several kinds of cheese & pate & I took several pictures of cheese & pate. This market is just what you want a French market to be.

Post the market we settled in for the wine & cheese tasting. Our group was lively & the more wine we drank the livelier we got – chatting about who we were & what we’d done since arriving in Paris – in between chatter Diane shared details of the wine & cheese pairings (history, region, seasonality, etc.) We even tried the ‘fancy French way” to aerate our wine (I’m still practicing so I can show off at dinners & parties). Be sure to ask her about this on her tour, it’s impressive! What’s also impressive is that we ALL tried the varieties of pate!

I was quite surprised to receive an email from Diane a few days later with all the details about our tour. This made me so very happy (since I didn’t take any notes). Now I can find all the bread, chocolate, cheeses & pates we had in Paris here in NYC (my new favorite: ash goats milk cheese). Written May 1, 2022 —– We took our Paris by Mouth tour the first full day we were in Paris so that we could get a good understanding of our week-long home – St. Germain. Lynn met us at the local bakery, Polane, where we began our education of the most beautiful French food and wine. Lynn taught us the term MOF which is the most esteemed, hard-earned designation in France. My group then spent the rest of our time while in Paris looking for MOFs and although they are not easy to find, it did make our trip even more fun. Lynn is very knowledgable and made our tour relaxing, entertaining and delicious. Lynn also gave us recommendations for dinner which we followed for lovely, truly delectable French food. I highly recommend this tour! Bon Appetite everyone! Written May 1, 2022 —– Learning about place and culture through the beauties of food creation is especially meaningful in France. The tour we did of North Marais opened up a much deeper appreciation of all aspects of French cuisine. Our guide Isabelle shared both joy and knowledge about the creators and the sellers of stunning delights. We also had a really fun group. Written May 1, 2022 —– Diane was an amazing tour guide and this tour was the highlight of our trip. The cheese, baguettes, croissants, wine and chocolate were the best we’ve ever had. A must see when in Paris! Written May 1, 2022 —–

My husband and my step-grandma took the taste tour in 2008 and we still have a blast nowadays. Everyday when I wake up I still think about this Crémeux de Bourgogne we ate. I wish I could go back to Paris

My wife and I took the wine and cheese tour in August of 2020. We had a blast. Despite having visited Paris multiple times, the tour really provided us with new information, new tastes, and a lot of fun and laughs. Would recommend it 10/10.

Thanks Shawn, we’re thrilled that you loved your tour! – Meg

Hi Katie! We’re hoping to announce that and open bookings next week! We’ll email you 🙂

My friend and I took your French wine seated tour in July of 2017 and absolutely loved it! We learned so much and had a wonderful time! We are returning this July with our husbands and would love to take another of your tours. When do you expect to reopen your tours?

Our Paris By Mouth Tour with Diane on 12/19 was incredible. My husband and I have been coming to Paris for over 20 years so to go to places we haven’t been was a treat. Diane was very informative and made you feel welcome and as though you were an old friend. We will definitely book another tour when we come to Paris again.

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16 Best Food Tours in Paris

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No trip to the “City of Lights” is complete without exploring its culinary scene. Discover our selection of the best food tours in Paris and savor everything from cream-filled profiteroles to escargot!

A culinary tour is one of the best things to do in Paris . Check out my top 3 best food tours in the French capital based on location and included tastings, or scroll down to see the entire list of mouthwatering food tours in Paris . Bon appétit!

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1 – Paris Walking Food Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 1918 reviews )

“Ryan was a great tour guide. Easily one of the top experiences on our trip. From bread, cheese, meat, chocolate, crepes, macarons, to wine. We enjoyed it all.” nicole, Viator

Choose between two of the best foodie districts in Paris: Montmartre or Notre Dame.

Each choice promises a feast of treats ranging from savory specialties like the renowned blue-veined cheeses to sweet indulgences such as macarons and pastries.

Operated by Secret Food Tours & Secret Tours, this experience is conducted in small groups to maintain authenticity and provide a personalized touch. The tour finishes with a bang at a surprise location to taste a mystery dish.

Summary of the tour:

• Stop at six locations for multiple tastings
• Montmartre: chocolates, macarons, crepes, French bread, cheese, cured sausages and hams, wines
• Notre Dame: viennoiseries, oysters, regional tarts and desserts
• Children of all ages welcome

This tour brings you to some of the most beautiful locations in Paris and is much more than just a food tour. It gives like-minded travelers the opportunity to bond over their shared love for French culture.

Hosted by enthusiastic guides who treat you as part of the family, these experiences will make you feel less like a tourist and more like an old friend returning for a catchup over some nibbles.

2 – Latin Quarter Food Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 162 reviews )

“So much fun with Nico! Some highlights were having French oysters, yummy baguettes and fromage, and of course, fabulous wine! Would do again in a heartbeat!” bonnie, Viator

For those eager to explore a different corner of Paris, Sidewalk Food Tours offers an excursion that takes you on a culinary journey through the Latin Quarter.

This neighborhood, also known as the 5th arrondissement, boasts charming cobbled streets and a selection of artisanal food shops, including charcuterie shops and boulangeries. Visit a cheese shop to sample three renowned French cheeses, enjoy a crisp baguette, and try finely cured sausages while strolling through the oldest district in Paris.

You will also get the opportunity to try local wines and sweet and savory crepes.

• Try cheeses, breads, cured meats, pastries, crepes, sausages and other snacks
• Wine tasting included
• Beverages included
• Explore the oldest district in Paris
• Children aged 5 or older are welcome

If you’re looking to get the most bang for your buck, this is the tour for you. With enthusiastic guides, enlightening commentary, and a selection of heavenly tidbits set against a backdrop of historic buildings, this excursion is one of the best food tours in Paris .

We appreciate that this tour gives you the opportunity to try oysters and crêpes, which are not typically found in similar experiences.

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3 – Paris Ultimate Food Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 607 reviews )

“Absolutely outstanding thanks to Emily our tour guide. She was adorable, fun, and very knowledgeable. The tour itself was way more than we anticipated!!!” kim, Viator

This food tour takes place in the historic Marais neighborhood. In addition to pastries and cheeses, you’ll sample iconic French dishes, such as hearty French onion soup.

As you visit a variety of establishments, each dedicated to a particular facet of French gastronomy, you’ll delve into the city’s favored beverage: wine. You’ll get the chance to taste full-bodied reds and smooth whites. The tour, hosted by Devour France Food Tours , also offers knowledge about some of Paris’ most iconic landmarks, including the Musée Picasso.

• Visit both historical and modern-style eateries
• 11 tastings from 8 establishments
• Try classic French dishes, pastries, breads, Jewish delicacies, macarons, cheeses, cured meats
• Wine tasting included (2 half glasses)
• This tour can accommodate dietary needs and preferences
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We advise you to skip hotel breakfast (even if it’s delicious), to make sure you’ve got enough room to enjoy the plethora of meticulously chosen delicacies offered on this guided walk through the city.

4 – Montmartre: Gourmet Food & Wine Tasting tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 1495 reviews )

“Great tour of Montmartre: sampling sweets, savories and wines in local specialty stores. Knowledgeable guide. Would highly recommend!” bernard, Viator

This food tour in Paris takes place in the Montmartre district and offers visitors a whopping 10 tastings (more than most other culinary tours).

Another unique feature of this tour is that you will explore one of the best places to visit in Paris : the only vineyard in the city . Here you you will learn more about the viniculture scene of Paris, dating back to the 10th century.

Dishes on the menu include cured meats, salty cheeses and finger-licking chocolates , complemented by a refreshing glass of rosé or a rich red wine . During this tour you will be accompanied by your knowledgeable Original Food Tours Paris guide.

Personal stories and luxurious desserts are the perfect pairing on this tour led by local guides familiar with every nook, and cranny of this culinary district. The carefully chosen dishes cater to a variety of palettes and you’ll walk in the footsteps of artistic masterminds as you find out about Vincent Van Gogh’s haunts.

Hot tip: Don’t miss our selection of the best wine tastings in Paris .

5 – Pastry & Chocolate Tasting Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 926 reviews )

“It was great being able to walk around parts of the city and trying different pastries, chocolates and jams.” jessica, Viator

Travelers with a sweet tooth will delight in this food tour offered by Meeting the French, which focuses on pastries, chocolates , and bread . You can choose between two areas: the architecturally stunning Saint-Germain-des-Prés or the historic Marais district.

Regardless of the neighborhood you choose, you’ll delve into the history of Paris through a variety of sweet treats, including artisanal chocolates and colorful macarons . You will visit some of Paris’ most esteemed chocolateries and pâtisseries , where your knowledgeable guide will tell you more about the techniques behind these mouthwatering delicacies.

The tour guides know where to find the best treats in the city, ensuring you’ll never be disappointed with their choices. We love how their recommendations encourage you to sample goodies you wouldn’t think to try alone, enabling you to gain a well-rounded view of Paris.

6 – Montmartre Walking Tour: Art, Culture and Food

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 1496 reviews )

“Sam was awesome! We enjoyed how she gave the history background of the area. Pointing out interesting sites. The walk was fairly easy, but appreciated the breaks we took along. Thank you Sam!!” maritza, Viator

Food lovers who are interested in the culture of the French capital, should opt for this combined food tour in Paris. You’ll not only indulge in the favorite delicacies of the locals , but also learn more about the famous faces who once strolled through the artistic district of Montmartre , including Van Gogh.

On this journey, offered by ExperienceFirst, you’ll witness both the magnificent 20th-century Basilica du Sacré-Coeur, and the Moulin Rouge , renowned as the birthplace of the cancan.

This tour is not for the faint-hearted, as it involves a lot of uphill walking. If you’re up to the challenge, you will be rewarded with stunning views of the French capital and treated to various delicacies to keep your strength up along the way.

7 – Le Marais: Food and Wine Tasting Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 740 reviews )

“Amelie was an exceptional guide! We could not believe how many delicious foods we tasted. This was a highlight of our Paris trip!” Teri, Viator

This tour gives you the chance to visit up to 10 renowned cafes, chocolateries, boulangeries, and food outlets . From salty cured meats to jams and tapenades , you will uncover new aspects of French cuisine as you indulge in the city’s most exquisite foods.

Your Original Food Tours Paris guide will take you to the Marais district where you will visit the oldest market in Paris. This market, established in the 17th century, still provides a wide variety of produce to local residents today. If you have a sweet tooth, you will not be disappointed as you’ll get a chance to try macarons and chocolates, washed down with local wines.

Whether you like to play it safe or are a culinary daredevil, this tour offers something for everyone. Be prepared for plenty of walking, which is the perfect way to make more room for the next treat.

8 – Le Marais: Walking Food Tour (Secret Food Tours)

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 250 reviews )

“Our tour guide was knowledgeable and provided some great fun facts! We were so happily full! We truly enjoyed ourselves.” diana, Viator

If the allure of the unknown is what draws you to new places, then you have to participate in this culinary journey offered by Secret Food Tours & Secret Tours. Start your day with a breakfast of champions – coffee and a croissant – before visiting a renowned boulangerie to discover what makes French bread unique.

Explore the Marché des Enfants Rouges where you will sample local cheeses that are a perfect match for French wines. Indulge in a croque monsieur , a quintessential comfort food, or feast on a traditional French pie .

At the end of the tour a secret dish awaits, following an assortment of sweet goodies .

If variety is the spice of life for you, then we recommend this comprehensive tour of the Parisian culinary scene.

Falafels and meringues are some of the treats that you won’t find on other tours. No matter which guide accompanies you, you’ll be guaranteed an enthusiastic and insightful introduction to French cuisine.

9 – Private Food Tour of Saint Germain

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 91 reviews )

“Alpha was amazing!! Introduced us to food we otherwise would not have tried. Shared a lot of information about Paris and the food culture. We really enjoyed our tour.” pam, viator

If you’re looking for a more personalized experience , then this private culinary adventure in Paris with Withlocals is worth considering.

Embark on an adventure through the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood, together with a guide who is both passionate about French cuisine and dedicated to your enjoyment of the tour. Without other tourists around, you will have plenty of opportunities to discuss the dishes, such as cured meats and quiche .

Your Paris food tour can be tailored to your preferences, and as you wander the streets, you will also receive a historical overview of the area’s most famous landmarks .

This private tour offers the possibility to engage with your guide on a deeper level, through a series of interesting conversations. Expect to be completely satiated for the rest of the day, indulging in an array of dishes including pastries, mousse, and baguettes.

We love how this tour combines culinary delights with sightseeing, saving you money compared to booking two separate excursions.

10 – Private Food Tour of Montmartre

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 111 reviews )

“It was a great tour. Host was a local and very knowledgeable of the area. Food selection was great. Saw most interesting places in Montmartre.” susan, Viator

Another interesting private tour in Paris is this food tour that takes place in Montmartre. Your private guide will bring you to the best culinary hotspots and you will get the chance to learn about some of the greatest artists of all time, such as Pissaro, who painted the Boulevard Montmartre 14 times.

Although your enthusiastic guide has prepared a route, you can tailor the itinerary to your preferences. The culinary samplings feature quiche Lorraine, an assortment of cheeses, oysters, and macarons.

Dessert lovers will not want to skip this tour as you will mainly eat sweet treats like macarons and crêpes. Your friendly guide will not only show you around, but also give you recommendations on where to eat during your stay in Paris.

11 – The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Paris

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 215 reviews )

“We had an excellent time discovering the food of Paris with Nella. We left with full bellies and more Parisian food knowledge. We enjoyed eating at the market where as toursists, we would have otherwise felt unequipped to order. Everything we ate was delicious!” stacey, Viator

When considering food tours in Paris , you should definitely check out this excursion which introduces you to the cuisine of Pletzl (a section of the Jewish Quarter that has been home to European Jews since the 19th century).

Here you will visit a local market and various establishments to experience Parisian street food. You can enjoy six or ten tastings and will also see landmarks like the Hotel de Ville and the Viaduc des Arts, all accompanied by insightful commentary from your Withlocals guide.

If you have an extensive list of dishes and delicacies you want to try in Paris, this excursion is perfect for you. We love the flexibility of this tour, which can cater to all of your whims and fancies.

12 – Historical Paris Walking Tour to Vibrant Food Market

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 51 reviews )

“Our family of five enjoyed the food walking tour with Sophie. Three boys (18-10 yrs old) stayed engaged and learned so much about Paris cuisine and history. Highly recommend.” amy, Viator

Those who wish to experience every aspect of Paris, should consider this sightseeing tour through the historic 12th arrondissement. This journey takes you along the winding banks of the Seine River , which stretches over 770 kilometers through France and into the English Channel.

Here, you’ll encounter the most authentic side of Paris, far from the well-trodden tourist paths, guided by Le Paris de Sophie. You will also visit a renowned market to discover new products and shop for treats to share with friends and family back home.

Your guide, Sophie, will entertain the entire family and will go above and beyond to make sure you all walk away from this experience as Paris experts. Discover a grittier and, in our opinion, more charming side of Paris during this tour.

13 – Paris Gourmet Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.6/5 ( 68 reviews )

“This was an excellent tour and I’m not joking when I say it’s probably one of the best I’ve ever been on. Our guide, Watanabe had detailed Paris knowledge, lovely food stops, wine tasting, everything!” ronan. get your guide

Those with refined taste buds should consider booking this gourmet culinary experience, operated by Meeting the French.

You’ll begin by sampling various cheeses from France’s repertoire of over 1,200 varieties, paired with local wines. Next, you will visit several bakeries to savor pastries and breads. On the way there you will get the chance to admire the architectural gems of the Latin Quarter.

Lastly, you will try one of France’s most famed delicacies crafted from duck or goose liver: foie gras.

Although the foie gras is certainly delicious, the real highlight of this tour are the exceptional guides. They spare no effort in making you feel like a long-lost relative or an old friend. With expertise ranging from croissants to cultural insights, these experts have a profound knowledge of the city.

14 – Off the Beaten Path Food tour of Belleville at 10:30 am

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 26 reviews )

“Sean was a knowledgEable and gracious host. His knowledge of Paris blew us away and I would highly recommend his tours.” lianna, viator

If you’ve already explored Montmartre and le Marais, you might enjoy stepping off the beaten path with a visit to the Belleville neighborhood.

Located in the 19th and 20th arrondissements, Belleville is celebrated for its street art and quirky boutiques. Travelers can revel in the charm of this neighborhood as they travel between chocolate shops, butchers and bistros on this Paris a Dream tour.

As you sample cold cuts, pastries, chocolates, and desserts, you’ll also discover what makes this area so unique.

• Taste chocolates, charcuterie, pastries, desserts, wine and cheese
• Visit the lesser-known Belleville neighborhood
• Travelers need to be 18 or older to participate

Belleville, often overlooked, is a special corner of the city that invites you to linger long after you’ve been introduced to its charming streets. The tour offers expert guides, exceptional food, and an intriguing neighborhood — everything a traveler could desire.

15 – Le Marais: Pastry and Chocolate Food Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.4/5 ( 47 reviews )

“It was a very interesting and animated tour. Roberto accommodated the tour to our needs and even my 10 year old daughter thoroughly enjoyed it! Thank you!” dafni, get your guide

Discover the culinary delights of Paris through the eyes of a professional and classically trained chef. This food tour, hosted by Meeting the French, offers great variety despite its focus on sweet treats. You’ll discover the best spots for gelato, aromatic spices, chocolates, and spirits.

Your guide’s enthusiasm for French gastronomy will be contagious, offering you an introduction to the city’s beloved desserts via firsthand tasting experiences. Take the opportunity to admire the notable attractions of the Marais district, such as the Musée National Picasso-Paris and the Place des Vosges.

If you’re concerned about your children getting bored, rest assured that this tour is led by guides who are equally engaging for toddlers, teens, and adults. While you may expect to only learn about the culinary side of Paris, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to dig deep into the city’s history.

16 – Paris Gourmet Bus Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.3/5 ( 32 reviews )

“It met all expectations. I highly recommend it. Very good food and service” pedro, civitatis

If you don’t want to endlessly wander through the streets of Paris, you can board a luxury double-decker for a delicious meal and gorgeous views of the city’s major attractions without breaking a sweat.

Don’t worry about keeping up with the tour guide or struggling to hear the commentary over the buzz of the streets. During this excursion, hosted by Meeting the French, you will only hear the sound of clinking glasses as you indulge in a full meal and admire some of the best tourist attractions in Paris, such as the Champs-Elysées and the Opera Garnier .

The meals offer an insight into fine dining in Paris, with dishes including sea bass carpaccio, Marengo veal, and profiteroles.

While Paris is one of the most exciting cities in the world, navigating its many districts can be exhausting. This is why we recommend putting your feet up for the afternoon and allowing yourself to be guided past a number of sensational landmarks, all while enjoying first-class service, and a taste of luxury.

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Paris is famous for its rich history and culture. But did you know it’s also a culinary paradise? It’s impossible to choose just one thing to try here. This is why we say there’s no better way to get to know Paris than by eating your way through it.

However, the fact that Paris has tons of delicious French delicacies and neighborhoods can make it challenging to decide where to start your foodie journey. That’s where a food tour comes in handy. From amazing dinner cruises on the Seine River to walking food tours of dreamy neighborhoods of Paris , there’s a food tour for every taste and budget.

In this article, we’ve shared a list of the best Paris food tours to make your trip an unforgettable food adventure. 

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1. bateaux parisiens seine river gourmet dinner & sightseeing cruise.

• 2. Paris: 2-Hour River Seine Lunch Cruise:
• 3. Paris Montmartre Walking Tasting Tour with Secret Food Tours:
• 4. Montmartre Hill Sweet & Savory French Gourmet Food & Wine Tasting Tour:
• 5. Paris: Seine River Sightseeing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner:
• 6. Paris French Sweet Gourmet Specialties Tasting Tour with Pastry & Chocolate: 
• 7. Paris: 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Bistro Dinner:
• 8. Paris: Montmartre Cheese, Wine & Pastry Guided Walking Tour:
• 9. A Chef’s Food Tour of Montmartre with Local Celebrity Chef PJ and Family:
• 10. Paris: Seine Cruise & Crepe Tasting near the Eiffel Tower:
• 11. Le Marais Paris The Original District Food and Wine Tasting Tour:
• 12. Ultimate Paris Food Tour:
• 13. Paris Latin Quarter Food Tour:
• 14. Saint-Germain-des-Prés: Pastry and Chocolate Walking Tour:
• 15. The 10 Tastings of Paris With Locals: Private Food Tour:
• 16. Paris Prestige : Saint-Germain-Des-Prés Food Tour:

Whether you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path culinary adventure or something new to taste, here are some of our favorite Paris food tours:

If you’re looking for a spectacular night out in Paris, try a gourmet dinner cruise along the Seine River. The Seine River is one of the most iconic locations in Paris . And if you’re looking for a way to see it in all its glory, this amazing Paris food tour is perfect. 

The luxury Bateaux Parisiens riverboat will take you past some of the city’s most iconic attractions. For instance, from an entirely different perspective, the Eiffel Tower, Ile de la Cité, and Louvre Museum.  

You’ll dine on board in a luxurious dining room as you soak up all the magic of Paris from this unique vantage point. Please note that Champagne and live music are only included on select 8:30 pm departures. 

All in all, a dinner cruise on the Seine River is a magical night out in Paris. It’s the perfect way to see the city’s most famous landmarks and enjoy classic French gourmet foods.

See Related: Best Boat Tours in Paris, France

2. Paris: 2-Hour River Seine Lunch Cruise :

Ever wonder what it’s like to eat à-la-carte in Paris? Just imagine getting a three-course meal, wine, mineral water, and coffee, all while relishing in a glass-enclosed boat cruise through one of the world’s most iconic cities. Isn’t that just dreamy?

That’s exactly what this Paris food tour offers. You can enjoy an all-inclusive lunch on board a panoramic pleasure boat as it glides through the Pairs’ historic waterway. 

What’s more, you can acclaim scenic views of Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower . And remember to take tons of photos of the French National Library’s golden dome. You can also relax on the boat and enjoy some entertainment.  

This is not all this tour offers! The cruise will also let you witness other famous landmarks of this amazing city. For instance, Pont Neuf or Pont Alexandre III until you reach your final destination, the Ile de la Cité. This experience is one of your most memorable experiences in Paris!  

See Related : Best Desserts in Paris to Try

3. Paris Montmartre Walking Tasting Tour with Secret Food Tours :

If you love French food as much as we do, this is one of the best food tours in Paris for you. You’ll get to visit six different food stops on this tour. Amazing, no? 

You will have an English-speaking guide with you. It will be a group tour with 11 members to ensure a personalized experience. 

This Paris food tour will start at a patisserie, where you’ll sample croissants and éclairs. Afterward, you’ll head to a fromagerie to taste various cheeses. Then you’ll get to indulge yourself with macarons with classic chocolate. 

It’s not a secret that a visit to Paris isn’t complete without visiting a boulangerie. So, it’s time for a boulangerie! Here you’ll learn how to eat a baguette like authentic French! 

This culinary tour will be about getting the full experience in just one package. So, prepare for a foodie adventure that will have you drooling from start to finish. 

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4. Montmartre Hill Sweet & Savory French Gourmet Food & Wine Tasting Tour :

If you want to taste local flavors and have an insider’s view of the city’s cobblestoned arts district, this exclusive gastronomic Paris street food tour is perfect. 

This will again be a small group tour to give a personalized feel, and the guide will take you up to 10 pre-selected food stops in Montmartre. You’ll get to eat delicate pastries, sample French cheeses and cured meats, and nibble on chocolates. 

What’s more, you will also get to enjoy the secret spots in Montmartre that are home to Sacré Coeur and Moulin Rouge. You will also gain insider knowledge on some of Paris’s most talented food artisans.

This Paris street food tour is an excellent way to taste contemporary and classic French cuisine. It will give you an authentic Parisian experience that you’ll want to relive repeatedly.

See Related : How to Eat a Croissant in Paris

5. Paris: Seine River Sightseeing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner :

Paris is a city that lives on romance. It’s where you fall in love and celebrate your love. So, let’s plan a romantic evening in Paris with this memorable meal and cruise food tour on the Seine River. 

On this food tour, you’ll cruise on a glass-enclosed boat along the Seine River in Paris and enjoy a typical delicious French 3-course dinner. You’ll also get to enjoy tea or coffee while taking in all the amazing sights from your boat. 

Moreover, you can also get a glass of champagne if you choose the romantic option. This will add some more romance to your evening. You’ll also get a view of the Eiffel Tower as it sparkles in all its glory, making your evening even more romantic and relaxing with your beloved one. 

You’ll be able to see iconic monuments like Notre Dame and the Louvre, bridges, and other sites that make Paris an incredible and beautiful city.

See Related: Best Steak Frites in Paris, France

6. Paris French Sweet Gourmet Specialties Tasting Tour with Pastry & Chocolate : 

The perfect food tours are the ones that introduce you to the culture and history of a place. That’s why we’ve included this Parisian food tour on our favorite food tours in Paris list. 

This Paris street food tour will take you on a culinary journey through the streets of Paris to experience the delicious and inviting bites of France’s capital. You’ll learn about this beautiful city’s rich history and see some of its most iconic monuments. You’ll get to taste freshly baked bread and pastries at each stop on the tour, along with local chocolates that are sure to please your sweet tooth!

More importantly, this group tour will be limited to only eight people, so you’ll get complete attention from your guide. What else do we need now? Add this amazing Paris street food tour to your Paris itinerary now!

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7. Paris: 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Bistro Dinner :

If you’re short on time but want to experience a dinner cruise on the Seine Rive, this Paris food tour might be perfect. The tour takes you on an unforgettable 1-hour cruise along the Seine River.

You’ll pass by famous landmarks such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Plus, you’ll enjoy a traditional French bistro dinner, including a starter, main course, and dessert, with wine or soft drinks. 

This tour is a great way to experience a dinner cruise without committing to a longer tour. This combination of sightseeing, dining, and French wine tasting will be a memorable experience.

See Related: Best Places for Hot Chocolate in Paris, France

8. Paris: Montmartre Cheese, Wine & Pastry Guided Walking Tour :

This Paris street food tour is perfect if you’re a cheese and pastry lover. You’ll explore the charming Montmartre neighborhood while indulging in delicious French delicacies. 

You’ll visit local markets, bakeries, and cheese shops on this tour. Also, you’ll get to taste a variety of cheese, pastries, charcuterie, and other French delicacies along the way. 

Furthermore, your local foodie guide will teach you about the history and culture of this amazing neighborhood of Paris.. You’ll also get to see some famous landmarks of Paris, such as the Le Moulin Rouge and the Place du Tertre. 

This Paris street food tour is a great way to experience the best of Montmartre’s food and culture. So, don’t miss out on this chance to experience Paris as it was meant to be experienced—on foot, in a small group with a local foodie guide.

9. A Chef’s Food Tour of Montmartre with Local Celebrity Chef PJ and Family :

Want to have a taste of Montmartre as a local? If yes, this half-day, chef-led tour with lunch would be perfect for you. You’ll get an insider’s view of the rich culinary scene in this historic neighborhood of Paris. 

The tour will start at a small restaurant where you can learn how to make hand-pulled noodles and dumplings from scratch. Then, You’ll head to a local cheese shop where you can learn what makes French cheese so unique. Chef PJ will also take you to local markets and shops and teach you how to shop like a Parisian. 

What’s more, Chef PJ will share his expert knowledge and passion for French cuisine along the way. He’ll also take you through some of the most scenic spots in Montmartre, including the “I love you” wall and Moulin Rouge! And don’t worry about being hungry! Chef PJ will end the tour with lunch at his restaurant. 

10. Paris: Seine Cruise & Crepe Tasting near the Eiffel Tower :

If you love French crepes, cruising through the Seine River, and learning about the history of Paris , this is the best Paris food tour for you.

On this tour, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of some of Paris’ most iconic monuments and its stunning riverside landscape. Thanks to an audio guide with your tickets, you’ll learn about these historical landmarks throughout your trip.

And once you’ve finished exploring all those sites and learning about them, it’s time for dessert: a crepe!

See Related: Best Crepes in Paris, France

11. Le Marais Paris The Original District Food and Wine Tasting Tour :

Forget the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower; Le Marais is the most delicious part of Paris. It’s one of Paris’s most hip & historic neighborhoods, and this walking food tour is perfect for exploring its food scene.   

On this small-group tour, you’ll visit up to 10 shops and other food vendors to sample freshly baked bread, cheeses, meats, macarons, and much more. As you walk, your guide will explain the local history and culture of Le Marais. You’ll feel like an insider as your guide introduces you to all the local favorites and may even persuade you to buy some delicious treats! 

What’s more? You’ll get to see sights like Hôtel de Ville and visit the oldest covered market in Paris, Marche des Enfants Rouges .

The tour lasts about four hours from start to finish. But we promise it will be worth every minute! It’s so much fun learning about all these fantastic places while tasting what makes them special!

12. Ultimate Paris Food Tour :

This is another great Paris street food tour to visit Paris’ trendiest neighborhood.   On this tour, you’ll visit eight of the best-kept secrets in this neighborhood, from traditional French cuisine to Jewish delicacies. The expert guide will also share some amazing stories about the dishes, the people who created them, and how they’ve evolved. 

The tour will start with an introduction to le Marais and its rich history. From there, you’ll head out on foot with your guide to explore eight different eateries and get a taste of what makes each establishment special.

At each stop, you will have plenty of opportunities to sample the delicious food and drink while learning about its history and origins. The tour will also include stops at some of le Marais’ most famous landmarks. After all, it wouldn’t be complete without seeing some of Paris’ most iconic sites!

See Related: Best Croque Monsieur and Madame in Paris

13. Paris Latin Quarter Food Tour :

The Latin Quarter neighborhood of Paris offers you a ton of French delights for foodies. This Paris food tour is perfect for exploring the lively Latin Quarter while wallowing in delicious French food.  

On this tour, you’ll go to local markets and shops, where you can sample a variety of French delicacies. These include oysters, cheeses, meats, wine, crepes, sausages, and pastries. You’ll also enjoy some French wine tasting in any wine bar along the way. 

Moreover, the local guide will also teach you about France’s rich culinary traditions. Best of all, you’ll get to see famous landmarks (such as Sorbonne University and the Panthéon), charming little streets, and broad boulevards. This food tour is a great way to experience the best of the Latin Quarter’s delicious food and culture scene.

See Related : Parcours Bois de Vincennes – Visite de Paris en Segway

14. Saint-Germain-des-Prés: Pastry and Chocolate Walking Tour :

You’ve heard of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood of Paris, but you didn’t know it’s more than just the spot for the best fashion brands and hottest boutiques. It’s also home to incredible sweet shops and bakeries where you can taste artistry in action.

On this tour, you’ll walk through the streets of Saint-Germain-des-Prés with a local foodie guide who knows every restaurant and cafe like the back of her hand. The guide will also let you taste all kinds of sweet treats, including pastries, chocolates, and several types of bread!

You’ll be shocked to realize how many shops are packed into such a small area! The local guide is full of interesting facts about why certain shops made certain things and what they’re known for in town.

See Related: Best Places for Falafels in Paris

15. The 10 Tastings of Paris With Locals: Private Food Tour :

You love French food. You love chocolate. You love French bread. You love to taste the cheese. You love to drink wine. Maybe you even love oysters or tapenades. What if you could combine all these things into one incredible experience? That’s exactly what this food tour is. This is actually one of the best private food tours in Paris to get an insider taste. 

This private food tour takes you around one of Paris’ best local markets , Marché d’Aligre. You’ll also get to taste a variety of foods, both savory and sweet! For instance, suchette, baguette, oysters, quiche, crepe, cheeses, pate, sausage, wine, and much more. You’ll leave the tour full but not stuffed, which is perfect.

So go hungry and ready to indulge! Your local guide has carefully planned This private food tour to ensure that each bite is as mouthwatering as the last one—and maybe even better!

16. Paris Prestige : Saint-Germain-Des-Prés Food Tour :

If you’re looking for private food tours of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés, this might be your tour.  On this private tour , you’ll explore the area with an expert foodie guide and a small group of no more than six people. You can ask questions and interact with your guide as much as you want.

You’ll also experience some hidden gems only locals know about, giving you a true taste of Parisian life. During the tour, you’ll enjoy food tastings that are included in the price of the tour. You’ll also get to taste some delicious French wines and learn about the art of wine pairing. 

Moreover, the tour also includes snacks, so you won’t have to worry about getting hungry during your food adventure. So go hungry and ready to explore the culinary delights of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Book now to secure your spot on this intimate tour of Paris’s best food scene!

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Get a taste of Paris with the help of expert local Parisians who are passionate about French cuisine. On our Paris food tours, we love nothing more than to share our love of French food with you, whether it’s a pastry and chocolate tour of Paris, a tour of Le Marais, Montmartre, or something else just as delicious.

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From our luxurious Chocolate & Pastry Tour of Paris to our ever-popular Montmartre Food Tour , by booking one of our award-winning Paris food tours you'll have the opportunity to experience our passion and enjoy quality French food and wine.

When you book one of the food tours in Paris below, you will enjoy a delicious culinary journey through French heritage and cuisine. Discover why eating well is a way of life here in France.

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On our Secret Food Tour: Montmartre, you will discover the true spirit of this breathtaking area. When Parisians buy food, they go from high-end boutiques to shop, gathering the best ingredients for their meals. We do the same, giving you samples of food along the way.

On our Secret Food Tour: Le Marais Paris, you'll enjoy a variety of classic French foods starting with a viennoiserie/croissants, and collecting breads, trying tasty macarons and chocolates, freshly made falafels, our mystery dish, the best French cheeses , plus some tasty desserts as well.

On our Secret Food Tour: Saint Germain Paris, you'll enjoy a variety of the highest quality French foods such as rich caramels, Foie Gras, delicious tarts and pastries, plus the finest meats, dishes of the day and our Secret Dish.

On our Secret Food Tour: Paris Chocolate & Pastry, you'll enjoy a variety of classic French desserts and sweets. Taste an explosion of treats from artisanal chocolates, crepes and delicious macarons to award winning pastries, and the creamiest ice-creams

On our Secret Food Tour: Notre Dame - "Heart or Paris" , will take you on a gustative journey throughout the birthplace of the capital, you'll enjoy a variety of classic French food such as freshly baked viennoiseries, some of the best cheeses.

On our Secret Food Tour: Paris Latin Quarter, you'll enjoy a variety of classic French food such as mouth-watering viennoiseries, some of the best cheeses you have ever tasted, delicious meats, deserts and of course our Secret Dish.

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A re you curious about cuisine and food culture in Paris? What better way to discover the best food in Paris than with a self-guided foodie walking tour to eat your way through Paris? French food and wine are the heart and soul of France, with gourmet ingredients, rich aromas, and unique textures. To be a chef in France is to excel in niche specializations that distinguish even pasty chefs amongst themselves.

At the first stop on this foodie tour of Paris, you’ll bite into a traditional French pain au chocolat and know why Parisians are known for their food expertise. The warm flaky layers crunch with the first bite. Then the buttery layers melt into your mouth while the bar chocolate seeps and hides in the delicate folds. Spend a full day in the foodie metro with this self-guided Paris food and culinary walking tour to taste those croissants.

This post was originally published in 2016 and updated on Mar 20, 2023, to provide accurate and up-to-date information. I also added vegetarian options to better reflect my current vegetarian diet and provide alternatives with vegetarian and some vegan options.

WHAT WE’RE COVERING

Food in Paris – Intro

Market & Picnic

French Pastries & Louvre

Lunch & Notre Dame

Wine Tasting in Paris

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• Food is an integral part of Parisian culture.
• When visiting Paris, take the time to learn about its cuisine, which means eating your way through the city!
• This self-guided walking tour of Paris takes you through the city while stopping to sample its cuisine.
• You’ll start with a traditional pain au chocolat, stop at a market to get supplies for a picnic, eat lunch, sample some pastries, enjoy a wine tasting, and finish with dinner.
• The tour passes iconic sights, and you’ll get lots of steps in to keep that appetite up because there is a lot of tasty food and wine in your future!

Food in Paris – Introduction and Important Informaiton

To eat as a Parisian is to eat five meals a day. Breakfast, mid-morning snack, Lunch, Gouter (often just for children after the come home from school), and dinner. Lunch and dinner in Paris are often multi-course meals or a “menu” in France. If you dine at a restaurant and choose a menu, be prepared for several courses, including appetizer, main dish, and dessert. Dinner is traditionally consumed as a family with home-cooked food and a baguette from the local bakery. Most consumers in the U.S. have loyalty to the brand, such as Starbucks, but in Paris, the loyalty is to the chef or bakers themselves. Many Parisians form a close-knit bond with the local butcher or baker and will follow them if they move shops. French food is kept to such high standards that regulations dictate how to make a true baguette or cheese. It’s all so bizarre to me, hailing from the U.S., where a book called “The Jungle” was written about our food industry.

Our tour will make five main food stops with extra activities, like French wine tasting, in line with the traditional five daily meals. This Parisian food tour covers about 15 kilometers of walking, so be ready to work up an appetite, use the Metro as needed, and stop to see some nearby sights like the Louvre and Notre Dame.

Our tour’s second to last stop is in the Latin Quarter with the “Wine Tasting in Paris ,” which starts at 5 pm. This activity must be booked in advance and happens on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and some Saturdays. So budget your time accordingly and try an alternate wine tasting if you’re in the city on a different day.

Looking for a Guided Food Tour?

This walking tour incorporates places Ganesh and I have discovered on our own during our visits to Paris and some highlights from a private guided food tour with a local. We both thoroughly enjoy carving our own paths and discovering places to eat in Paris with the help of a local. If you prefer to get to know Paris’ food scene with a local, I recommend booking a private or small group food tour around Paris.

Self-Guided Food Tour of Paris

But, for those who like to get lost, meander, and navigate the city independently, then without further delay, here is my self-guided walking tour of Paris.

The map below can be used as a reference for our stops. You can’t go wrong in Paris, so if another spot catches your eye, feel free to deviate from this map.

Stop A. Breakfast – Authentic Parisian Croissants

Our self-guided food walking tour of Paris starts around 8:30 am at Blé Sucré for real French croissants. Yes, those flaky melt-in-your-mouth croissants I was talking about earlier. Blé Sucré was recommended to us by a local foodie for staying true to the authentic croissant culture in Paris.

The French croissant is so complicated and laborious that it takes about 15-20 hours to make each one. This lengthy process means it is hard to find freshly baked croissants anymore. Even in Paris, croissants are often made in bulk, frozen, and shipped to bakeries. Blé Sucré is one of the gems that hand-bake croissants daily. In the morning, we lined up outside this tiny bakery along with others eager to get their freshly baked breakfast. The pain au chocolat or chocolate croissants at Blé Sucré are made with special bar chocolate that only melts at a high temperature. The chocolate crunch explodes into the bread’s layers as you devour it. Order the plain and chocolate croissant with some coffee, and you’re set to start the morning.

Are Croissants French?

The origin of croissants can be traced back to Austria. After the Austrian empire won a victory against the Ottomans, they created a kipferl, or the German word for crescent. The French were the first to make this with their traditional puffed butter pasty. So, while some argue that the croissant is, in fact, Austrian, others say that in its modern form, the croissant as we know it, is inherently French.

Stop B. Bastille Food Market

Marché Bastille, or the Bastille food market, is the next stop on our foodie tour of Paris. Make sure you pack your reusable tote and have some cash on hand as we will buy local goodies for a small late-morning picnic.

Worry not if you’re questioning another food stop so early in the morning. You can work up an appetite as you explore the market. But, if you have time, you can detour the adorable Rue Crénieux for a photo stop, view the Bastille opera house, or take a stroll through Le Marais on your way to the park for our picnic.

Paris is known for their food markets, and Marché Bastille is one of the biggest and best markets. With the Place de la Bastille’s Colonne de Juillet towering as a backdrop, grab your reusable tote and shop over 100 booths of fresh French cheese, veggies, meats, and seafood. Since this isn’t our lunch stop, I suggest you select only a few products to sample. The market can be crowded and chaotic, but relax and enjoy the culture. Most vendors speak some English and are very friendly. Feel free to buy anything that takes your fancy, but note that with some gentle light humor, most vendors will let you try samples; just tip them a few coins. You should get to the market around 9 am, and you could easily spend 1-2 hours here.

The market location has significant historical context for Paris and France the July column that you can see from almost anywhere in the market commemorates the Revolution of 1830.  Bastille square is known for its historical significance as the location of the Bastille storm in 1789. Enjoy shopping for the following recommended products below while immersing yourself in Paris’s history.

EDIT : I created this post almost six years ago. I am now a vegetarian. I edited those posts to include vegetarian alternatives for those like myself who no longer consume meat for ethical and environmental reasons. I suggest you reduce your meat consumption by packing olives, fresh fruit, veggies, maybe some cheese, and baguettes to take on a picnic.

The Best French Cheeses to Try

Pick up 50-100 grams (each) of Comté, Reblochon, Roquefort, and Camembert at any of the cheese stands.

Comté

Probably one of the most famous and heavily AOC-regulated French cheeses, Comté comes in several different varieties. Comté Extra is the highest quality, which also means it is often expensive and hard to find. Don’t get caught eating the thick rind on this complex cheese, the taste is better with no rind! Comté is made with cow’s milk with sea salt from Guérande brushed onto the rind. That gives it a notable salty, yet sweet undertones. The cheese is aged in humid caves in the French Alps for up to 24 months before being sold at markets like this.

This cheese is made with animal rennet, which most vegetarians choose to avoid. Some alternatives to try are Gruyère or Fontina.

With all the regulations on pasteurization in the U.S., this cheese is impossible to find as it is made from raw cow’s milk. Rbelochon is a washed-rind and smear-ripened cheese with a soft center.  The cheese is produced and aged in caves and cellars alpine region of Haute-Savoie. The find is covered in a white mould showing signs of being aged for 6-8 weeks. Reblochon is rich with a nutty and creamy flavor.

Roquefort is a sheep’s milk blue cheese. Widely regarded as one of the best blue cheeses, authentic Roquefort is aged in the Combalou caves of Roquefort-sur-soulzon. With no rind, this cheese crumbles and has a tangy flavor, with a salty finish. I am usually not a fan of blue cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised to find I enjoyed this delightful cheese.

Like a Brie, this cheese is soft and watery in the center. While it can be rather pungent, real French Camembert has ruined all other soft cheese for me. To this day, I can’t eat Brie without comparing it to the real deal. Camembert comes from the Normandy region. Young cheese can taste mild, but the longer you leave it to age and ripen, the stronger the flavor.

The Best French Meats to Try

Again, I want to note I am vegetarian now and strongly encourage you to try alternatives to the meat while shopping at the market. If you avoid anything, please skip products made with Foie Gras, under global scrutiny for animal welfare violations. Additionally, reducing your meat consumption while supporting local vegetarian alternatives is one of the best steps you can take toward alleviating the global climate crisis.

Jamon de Bayonne

This specialty meat comes from the French Pyrenees. The regulations surrounding the breed of pig, including their diet, are very strict. Cured and dried for up to 20 months, you might expect to find it salty, but the only flavor that comes through is a hint of sweetness.

Saucisson Sec

This French sausage is dry-cured and can have some very interesting ingredients added to the mixture. Peppers, garlic, orange and other fruits, spices, nuts… etc. This is a good time to sample some pieces before choosing one.

Meat Alternatives

Thankfully for vegetarians, the market has many fresh produce and meat alternatives. Ganesh and I grabbed lots of olives and fresh fruit. The fruit and olives pair better with the cheese. When looking for olives, you will want to select Olive de Nîmes, whole green olives from the Gard and Hérault regions in France. They come from native French olive trees and are crunchy and crisp. Pairs are one of my favorite fruits to pair with French cheeses and are a delightful alternative to meat for our picnic.

Baguettes in Paris

Even baguettes are regulated in France. They must be a certain weight and size and baked with a certain type of grain to be classified as a true French baguette. Most of the baguettes at the market are authentic fresh-baked baguettes. They are shorter than you might think, with tapered ends and a thick center. The crust is crispy and golden, while the interior is airy and flaky. Make sure you grab a baguette before you leave the market.

Stop C. Picnic in the Park

It’s time to take your loot to a park and have a mini picnic. I suggest Square Du Temple on the map since it is nearby and is one of the few parks where you can sit and enjoy the grass. Many French gardens and parks have rules about whether you can sit on their grass. The Square Du Temple was a lovely local gem where we sat on the grass to feast on our farmer’s market haul. The park has a lovely botanical garden and a historic city hall building in the background. Be careful. Some wandering and hungry birds might try to steal your picnic.

Ideally, you start your picnic around 11 am, but feel free to take your time getting there, appreciating the lovely Le Marais neighborhood en route. Eventually, though, you will want to move on, walking to the Louvre.

Stop D. & E. Sweet Pastries & The Louvre

Since we skipped the sweet pastry for breakfast, this is the time to satisfy your sweet tooth. I mentioned earlier that pastries are so unique in France that chefs go to school to specialize in the art of specific types of pastries, such as becoming world-class macaroon chefs. We had a local recommend Lenôtre, renowned for its sweet, authentic Parisian morsels. However, the one we visited on our last trip is no longer open. But, if you find one, stop in and enjoy a treat.

Instead, I’ll suggest my favorite place for macaroons in Paris, Ladurée. Several are around Paris, but we are heading to the one near the Louvre. Ladurée is the most adorable Parisian pasty shop, with iconic pastel green decor and lavish over-the-top decorations. Choosing your favorite flavor from the dozens of colorful macaroons will be hard, but you can grab a few to snack on or take an entire box to go. My favorite thing to do here is enjoying the architecture at Stop E., the Louvre, while munching on a macaroon. If you have time, meander through part of the Tuileries Garden before crossing the Seine River and heading into the Latin Quarter for lunch, wine, and dinner. Yes, we’ve already eaten a lot, but there is still more to come. This is a Paris food tour, after all!

If you want to learn to make macaroons or get up close and personal with a pastry chef, try booking a macaroon masterclass where you can learn to make your own!

Stop F. Lunch – Crêpes 

Our lunch stop is later in the afternoon – it might be around 2 pm or so at this point. That is ok because, with a very boozy wine tasting waiting for you at 5 pm, you’ll want something to line your stomach before a late dinner. Crêpes are a staple in French cuisine, and so, for lunch, we will head to a Breizh Café where you can choose from sweet or savory crêpes. Breizh is a modern cafe specializing in Crêpes, but they still maintain that traditional Parisian feel with the wicker chairs and outdoor dining. Choose from the savory buckwheat folded pockets “Galettes de Sarrasin” served with a bio egg, or go for the traditional sweet Crêpes with banana and caramel. There are some vegetarian options, but if you are vegan, I suggest you skip this restaurant and try Naked Burger, which has some vegan options.

Crêpes are a traditional food consumed on the Le Jour des Crêpes – or the day of Crêpes. It marks the transitionary period from winter to spring, with the circular shape of the food representing the sun. This food is thought to have historically been given to French pilgrims by the Roman Pope in the 1st century and has been a part of the culture since.

Stop G: Notre Dame

As you walk through the Latin Quarter after lunch, enjoy the rich architecture that makes this neighborhood unique. If you have time before your wine tasting, visit Notre Dame. You can still see some facades as this historic monument recovers from the devastating fire. If you read this after December 2024, you are lucky because this monument is set to reopen its doors. Slowly work your way to Stop H. keeping an eye on the time. If you have extra time, just enjoy immersing yourself in the charming streets of the Latin Quarter and taking photos.

Stop H. A Wine Tasting in Paris

To this day, our wine-tasting experience with Thierry at “A Wine Tasting in Paris” is one of my and Ganesh’s top travel memories. After spending a long weekend in Paris for Valentine’s Day, Ganesh booked this tasting for me as a surprise. I always considered myself a wine-appreciator, but I call myself knowledgable after Thierry’s comprehensive and booze-filled tasting class. The class is in an intimate tasting room where you gather 12 people in total. Throughout the next 2 hours, you’ll try real Champagne and 5 French wines, learning about the history of each wine. The best part is that you also learn how to properly taste wine with hands-on assistance while learning to smell, taste, and swirl your wine. Be forewarned, though, you will leave here quite boozed, as you drink full glasses of wine. I can not recommend this experience enough.

I wrote an extensive post covering A Wine Tasting In Paris, which dives into everything you need to know. Remember this event starts at 5 pm in the Latin Quarter and runs for 2 hours, meaning dinner will be after 7 pm. Thierry, the owner of A Wine Tasting in Paris, had great recommendations for dinner in the area that are just a quick walk from the tasting. So, as you leave the tasting, you can always ask him for his local recommendations.

Since the tasting courses are only on certain nights of the week, I highly recommend booking one of these tours to enjoy a French wine experience and tasting.

Stop I. Dinner

As we left the wine tasting, Theirry recommended an authentic French bistro called Au Moulin A Vent for dinner. I am sure we stumbled in rather drunk, but we thoroughly enjoyed our experience and meal. The tables were all pushed together and dressed in a white tablecloth, common for nicer restaurants in Pairs. The service was great, and the food was good. The food is traditional French, so you’ll find everything from frog eggs and snails to red meat.

To be honest, looking back at the menu, it feels weird that 7 years ago, I was eating this food. I would never eat here as a vegetarian, as almost everything on the menu has meat. So, if meat and traditional French cuisine are what you are looking for, Au Moulin A Vent is a great choice. But, if you are now like me and trying to reduce your meat intake or have fully gone vegetarian, I would suggest eating at Le Grenier de Notre-Dame as an alternative. Here, you can still get a nice meal without the meat with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Both restaurants are in the Latin Quarter and not far from A Wine Tasting In Paris.

You could also opt for a dining experience, perhaps either a dinner cruise along the Seine River or a dinner with wine pairing.

I hope this food tour of Paris has worked up your appetite. Paris is a fantastic city for foodies, and while there are plenty of guided tours offered by locals for you to choose from, this self-guided food walking tour of Paris is great for the independent traveler. Following this walking tour, you’ll taste traditional pain au chocolate, visit Paris’s largest food market, sample macaroons, taste Crêpes, indulge in a wine tasting, and finish with a lovely dinner. While I created this post seven years ago when I was eating meat, I am now a vegetarian and have offered vegetarian alternatives to my formerly meat-heavy post.

What Parisian food is your favorite? Let me know in the comments if you are all about those sweet pastries like the macaroons or if you would prefer to indulge in all the fine French cheeses at Marché Bastille. Make sure to share this food walking tour of Paris and pin it to your favorite foodie or France travel board.

Curiosity Saves’ Sustainable Travel Resources & Tips

Accommodation: I primarily use Booking.com to find sustainable accommodation. Not only do you get a Genius Discount for being a loyal customer, but their new feature allows you to filter based on sustainability. When available, I will always choose a sustainable 3+ property, which means the hotel has significantly reduced its environmental impact and has a vested interest in the community. You can read about each hotel’s efforts at the bottom of the page. 

Packing Essentials: Before buying, first consider if you need new items. If you do, invest in quality and long-lasting technical clothing from your local Co-Op like REI . REI is also great for getting your reusable water bottle and cutlery set . 

Patagonia , has clothing created with regenerative practices . Patagonia will always repair or swap items and recycle them at the end of their line. 

Farm to Fee t for socks made with regenerative practices that keep you stink and sweat-free and great for travel! Pistil Designs for cold-weather essentials.

Osprey travel bags have lasted me 10+ years, making them a great sustainable investment. Whether a day bag I take hiking  or my favorite carry-on.

eSIM:   Swapping out SIM cards in every country you travel to is wasteful and confusing, so I recommend Airalo eSIM . Airalo is a game changer for travel, as I can purchase a local or regional SIM with a pre-determined amount of data and download an eSIM directly on my phone.

Buses and Trains: To find and book the best train and bus transportation in Europe, Canada, and the United States, I use Omio . Omio is a fantastic resource for quickly comparing train and bus routes with English search results and easy-to-use QR codes.

Of course, you might need to book a flight when trains and buses aren’t an option, and you’ve first considered reducing or altering your trip to avoid flying as much as possible. I use Google Flights for their easy-to-understand carbon comparison tool.  

Car Rental:   Discover Cars  lets you shop for the best rate in English and keeps all your details in one place. Ganesh and I drove a Polestar EV at home and typically aim to book electric zero-emission or hybrid cars when we travel. Discover Cars has a filter that makes it easy to find hybrid and fully electric cars. They also offer resources on how to find charging stations best – but for that, I recommend the Plugshare app. 

Tours and Excursions:   GetYourGuide  has an extensive collection of tours, excursions, and admission tickets for activities worldwide. When booking, you can look for the eco-certified badge, stay away from tours that promise wildlife encounters or direct contact, look for local tour guides, and quickly search the tour operator to ensure you support ethical operators.

While GetYourGuide is excellent for most locations, Viator by Trip Advisor has better activities for some of my favorite destinations, like my home state of Alaska.

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28 comments.

My mouth is watering!

Lovely pictures and so much detail. I’m a cheese fanatic and I just bookmarked this for my next france trip! :)

Cheese is the best! I made the mistake of brining some French cheese home and me entire house smelled of cheese, but it was SO good. haha

Okay I have so much to say I don’t know what to say! I am just super excited to have a specific map to follow when I hit Paris again. There’s a lot of food posts about Paris but there’s SO MUCH to eat in Paris so I read them all! That smoked salmon bagel though – YES. And that croquet madame (right? madame has the egg and monsieur doesn’t?) makes my mouth water. I love that you went to a food market too – those are my week spots traveling! Given that it is Paris though, how were the prices?

Hey Lauren! Thanks for reading! I should go back and include prices, sorry I did not. I would say everything was within reasons on a sale of breakfast and the markets being $, Lunch at a nice Paris cafe is about $15 per entree. Dinner was a bit more pricy around $20 a plate. I’m really glad you asked.

I’m glad I just had dinner, otherwise this post would make me starving! I know you can’t include all amazing French dishes in one post, but I definitely recommend an omelet and fries to anyone! Supreme!

Will find and order those next time I’m in Paris!

I think I just drooled on my keyboard! Lovely post, thanks for sharing! I think, it’s time I head over to Paris again! It’s been a while ;)

Michelle, let me know when you do! It’s such a huge city it’s always worth a second look!

Wow that’s amazing! Such beautiful pictures!! Next time I’m in Paris (it’s only a 3h drive for me), I’ll visit some shops!!!

Love, Valerie

What an amazingly detailed DIY guide! I love when I can get info to do tours on my own – it’s saves money and you get to do it at your own pace. Thanks for all the great information and you had great photos to compliment! Cheers!

This is such an awesome guide, Susanna! I was so student poor when I visited Paris, so I didn’t really eat much, let alone focus on fine dining. I’d love to return and indulge in the full five meals a day mentality.

You have seriously made me hungry with this post! I think I should have been a Parisian as I am quite prone to having five small meals a day lol. My favourite meal of the day is breakfast, and I adore freshly baked croissants and pain au chocolat. But I’m also a bit of a cheese addict so would love to checkout Bastille Market! The cheeses look amazing.

OMG, this is my dream day! Bastille market sounds absolutely wonderful – I’d love to pick up items here for a picnic at the Eiffel Tower! You’ve got me REAL HUNGRY now! Can’t wait to come back to Paris and eat everything :)

OMG everything looks so good!!!! I haven’t been back in Paris in so long. I’m definitely bookmarking this for my next visit though!

I’m already planning my visit!! The food looks amazing.

This all looks so tasty! I have been told that one should book hotel without breakfast and enjoy all the little nice places Paris has to offer. Will be heading there in April for the first time, so I hope to do some bits of this tour!

I completely agree with that. There’s so many amazing cafes all around that you don’t have to go very far to find a good breakky.

All this food looks so delish! I am dying to see Paris!

What a fantastic share! All of the stops sound great, even for repeat visitors. I love your breakdown of the French cheeses! Well done!

I’m only kind of obsessed with French cheese, it’s so good. Thanks for reading!

I could really use a croque madame right about now! One of these days I hope to eat my way through Paris like you guys did :) Also, so funny that they have standards for baguettes! Guess the French take their carbs seriously.

They have standards for everything haha. Sometimes I feel like it takes the creativity of things, but they do baguettes well, so you can’t go wrong. Thanks for reading, Flo.

Oh my, you have just made me so hungry! When I stayed in Paris, our hotel was just around the corner from a bakery and it smelled so good every morning. I woke up to the scent of fresh-baked croissants every day. And your description of the flaky crust and the delicious chocolate center, yes!!!! That is exactly how I remember them! I think the breads are what I miss most about the food I had there. They were the absolute best. Great post. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you so much for the info, you saved me HOURS of research

So glad you found it helpful! Enjoy your time in Paris.

Hello, We’re in Paris to attend our sons wedding. This walking tour is exactly what we’re looking for!

That is wonderful. I hope you have the best time at the wedding and enjoy all of Paris’ amazing cuisine.

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The perfect addition to your Paris explorations - a food tour and tasting in one of Paris's most dynamic neighborhoods! Start your evening in Paris with a Food Tour at one of France's most revered times of the day: l'apéro (the before-dinner hours when the French enjoy a sociable glass of wine and a little charcuterie, fromage, and more). It's the perfect way to warm up your appetite!

We’ll wind our way through the tiny cobbled streets of the iconic Le Marais district, one of the most popular and diverse areas of the city, and make our way to our favorite specialty boutiques, where you'll discover the best of French Gastronomy. You’ll get an insight into the history of the area, visit some famous landmarks, and discover some hidden gems along the way - all en route to eat the tasty essentials of our Marais adventure !

-We wind through the streets of the Marais to collect our goodies, including Charcuterie and Pâtes

-No experience is complete without collecting Fromage, so we'll visit our favorite Fromager!

-Naturally, one must have du Pain to enjoy with our tasting, so we will swing by our favorite local Boulangerie to pick up breads…who just happens to be an award-winning Boulanger!

- And of course, every tasting deserves a sweet finalé, so we will be taking advantage of the plethora of wonderful French Pâtisseries in the area!

- After all of that, we sit and enjoy a glass of vin !

This 2.5-hour cultural adventure will eat on the streets of Paris, with new friends, tons of goodies to enjoy, and end with a list of other ‘must do’s’ in our area. Be ready to indulge – and bring your appetite!

Please note that we start our Tours on time and are not able to wait longer for late guests. If you may be running late, please notify the school directly. This Paris food tour operates outside for the majority of the time - we will enjoy eating the majority of our goodies on the streets of Paris and in shops, during the tour. We will spend approx 2.5 hours on foot walking, so you will want to dress comfortably and appropriately! We intend to have a typically Parisian experience and there may be transport via metro involved (if this is the case, tickets will be provided).

Do keep in mind that we are visiting traditional stores and will focus on tasting traditional french items, there are no substitutes for gluten or lactose items. If you have any intolerances that we need to be aware of, please let us know beforehand.

Our group tours, like our classes, have an age minium of 13 years old .

Tuesday 7 May 2024

A food tour and tasting in one of Paris's most dynamic, Le Marais! Wander the tiny cobbled streets sampling Cheeses, Meats, Breads, Pastries and Wine !

• Location: La Cuisine Paris, 80 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris
• Time: 15:00 - 17:30
• Price: €119.00 Availability: Fully booked

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• Price: €119.00 Availability: 1 place left

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• Price: €119.00 Availability: 5+ places left

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• Price: €119.00 Availability: 4 places left

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• Time: 14:30 - 17:00

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• French Macarons / Les Macarons : Technical 3-hour

For the serious Macaron lover. Three hours of intensive Macaron time - we will tackle two types of classic macaron shells and four types of classic macaron fillings!

• La Cuisine Paris, 80 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris     Time: 14:30 - 17:30
• Price: €119.00     Availability: 1 place left
• French Baking Classes / French Baguettes and ‘Boulangerie’ Class

Three hours of French Bread heaven in the heart of Paris. Learn the tips and tricks to bring the French 'boulangerie' to 'chez vous'!

• La Cuisine Paris, 80 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris     Time: 14:00 - 17:00
• Price: €119.00     Availability: 2 places left

30 Apr 2024

• French Market Tour and Cooking Class / Marché Maubert

Spend the morning like the locals, with a typical Parisian experience. A full immersion in to French culture with a French Market Tour followed by a hands-on French Cooking Class right in the heart of Paris !

• Meet at 18 Place Maubert in front of the fountain, next to Metro Station Maubert Mutualité     Time: 9:30 - 13:30
• Price: €189.00     Availability: 2 places left
• French Pastry / Les Choux, éclairs and more : Technical Choux Pastry

Intensive everything Choux Pastry, from Savory to Sweet! From the tempting and delicious éclairs and Paris-Brest to delicate savory Gougères!

• La Cuisine Paris, 80 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris     Time: 9:30 - 12:30
• French Baking Classes / Le Croissant & Breakfast Pastries

The 'Roi' of the Parisian breakfast table, Le Croissant ! Enjoy three hours of mastering this decadent, flaky, buttery French icon.

• La Cuisine Paris, 80 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris     Time: 10:00 - 13:00

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18 best paris tours of 2024: food, versailles & more.

Enhance your visit to the City of Love with one of these specialized tours.

The Best Paris Tours

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From the Eiffel Tower to the Moulin Rouge – plus day trips to Versailles, Normandy and beyond – there are so many things to do in Paris . To make the most of your trip, it can be helpful to rely on the expertise of a few locals via a guided tour. Read on to discover some of the top-rated Paris tours for a variety of interests.

Bike About Tours – Hidden Paris Bike Tour

Price: Adults from 45 euros (around $49); kids 3 and younger from 20 euros (about $22) Duration: 3.5 hours

On this roughly 3.5-hour cycling trip, a guide takes you on back streets to both notable and lesser-known attractions throughout Paris. Along the way, guides share historical and cultural anecdotes. Sights include the Place des Vosges, Jardin des Plantes and the Paris mosque, to name a few. Reviewers love seeing an array of attractions at a leisurely pace and applaud the expertise of the guides. Bike About Tours also offers cycling excursions through Versailles.

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Big Bus Paris Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Price: Adults from $45; kids 4-12 from $25 Duration: About 2 hours

Create your own Parisian adventure with the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour. Double-decker, open-top buses take you to 10 stops near top attractions, including the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, Musée du Louvre and the Grand Palais. All buses are equipped with a prerecorded audio tour in 11 different languages. Reviewers love the convenience of the bus, but some express disappointment that buses are often overcrowded.

Buses run from around 10 a.m. to about 7:30 p.m. daily and typically frequent stops every seven to 15 minutes. If you choose to ride the whole route, you'll be on the bus for two hours and 15 minutes. Ticket discounts may be available if you book online in advance. Big Bus also offers two-day passes, a night tour and combo tours that include a river cruise.

Paris Charms and Secrets

Price: From 59 euros (about $64) Duration: 3.5 to 4 hours

If you're a sucker for a good story, a secret passageway or a long-forgotten historical tale, the Paris Charms and Secrets tour will be right up your alley. On this roughly 12-mile tour, a guide will lead you through the city on an electric bike, stopping at some of Paris' most famous attractions and storied monuments. Hear the legends of Élysée Palace, the controversies of the Eiffel Tower and the curious past of the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Reviewers love the knowledgeable guides and the unique stories.

Older children and teens are welcome to ride their own bikes if they meet the height and weight requirements; a child seat must be reserved ahead of time for younger kids (for 12 euros).

Paris By Mouth – North Marais Food Tour

Price: 130 euros (about $141) Duration: 3.5 hours

If you want an intimate look at one of Paris' most fashionable and beautiful areas, snag a spot on Paris By Mouth's North Marais Food tour. This 3.5-hour tour welcomes up to eight participants to create a more personal feel. For the first part of the tour, your guide will bring you to some of the neighborhood's most prestigious shops, which specialize in bread, cheese, pastry and charcuterie. The second part of the tour stops at a wine shop and includes a seated tasting with wine pairings. Paris By Mouth's guides are experienced food journalists, chefs and foodies – a highlight among reviewers.

The tour is recommended for adults, though children older than age 12 can join. The tour runs daily at multiple times. Paris By Mouth also hosts tours of Saint-Germain-des-Près, south Marais and the Left Bank.

Retro Tour Paris – Retro Classic

Price: From $75 Duration: 40 minutes

Hop into the vintage sidecar of an experienced motorcycle driver and cruise through the city with views of the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower, Champ de Mars and more on the Retro Classic tour of Paris. Local guides will share unique stories and provide an experience worlds apart from a typical city tour. Reviewers rave about the thrill of riding in the sidecar and the local insight.

If you love your first sidecar experience, you can also opt for the company's 90-minute tours, as well as a ride through Paris after sunset (with a Champagne tasting, naturally).

Blue Fox Travel – Versailles Bike Tour

Price: Adults from 109 euros (around $119); kids from 95 euros (about $104) Duration: 9 hours

The Versailles estate encompasses 2,000 acres, and there's no better way to see it than on a bike with Blue Fox Travel. Spend roughly nine hours with an expert guide and a small group (up to 14 people) touring the royal grounds, including the Grand and Petit Trianon chateaus, Marie Antoinette's private domain and the grand palace with a skip-the-line pass included in your ticket. Guides tell stories of French royal history, including the conquests of the Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King, the controversies surrounding Louis XV, the French Revolution and Marie Antoinette. Reviewers love biking the grounds at a leisurely pace and rave about the expertise of the guides, as well as the picnic lunch with finds from one of the local farmers markets.

Tours include train tickets to and from Paris. Blue Fox Travel also guides visitors on cycling tours of Paris at night and the city's top attractions.

Secret Food Tours Paris – Montmartre

Price: Adults from 109 euros (about $119); kids from 99 euros (about $108) Duration: 3.5 to 4 hours

Peruse and stroll through the Parisian dining scene like a local with Secret Food Tours. On this up to four-hour tour of one of Paris' most picturesque and lively arrondissements, dessert is first (c'est la vie!) . You'll gather chocolates and macarons from local specialty shops, followed by baguettes, cheeses, meats and crêpes – all while learning more about food and Parisian traditions from your local guide. When your bag is full, the guide will lead you to a prime picnic spot to enjoy your bounty with a few wine pairings. Reviewers love the historical tidbits and local insights, as well as the animated and entertaining tour guides.

An upgraded drinks package is available for an additional charge. Tours run daily at several different times, depending on the day. Secret Food Tours also hosts walks through other Paris neighborhoods, such as Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Le Marais.

Intrepid Urban Adventures – Paris Marais Bites and Sights Tour

Price: From $97 Duration: 2 hours

Wander through Paris' gorgeous Marais with a local guide and a lineup of French treats. Intrepid Urban Adventures' Bites and Sights Tour takes you through the well-preserved (and very fashionable) area of the Marais. Throughout the approximately two-hour tour, you'll hear local insights and historical tales as you admire Marais' treasured architecture. Stories are accompanied by stops in neighborhood shops for pastry and macaron samples, plus a French cheese platter and two glasses of wine. Reviewers appreciate the expertise and entertainment provided by the guides, as well as the intimate and conversational environment.

Children 5 and younger can tag along for free, as long as they sample items from their parents' plate. Paris Urban Adventures also offers tours of bohemian Paris and several private excursions.

Paris by Martin & Friends – Walking Tour

Price: 70 euros (about $76) Duration: 2.5 hours

For a truly bespoke experience with a passionate local, take a tour with Martin Muda and his friends, all residents of Paris. On the 2.5-hour walking tour, Muda or one of his tour guides will lead you to treasured spots throughout the city, with stories that give life to Paris' history and legends. Reviewers give high praise for the tour guides and their attention to detail, as well as the customization of each tour.

Tours are available at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily. Children younger than 3 can join the tour for free. Inquiries can be made through the website. The company also offers walking picnic tours at night and electric bike tours.

Fat Tire Tours – Versailles Bike Tour

Price: Adults from 109 euros (about $119); kids from 95 euros (about $103) Duration: 8.5 hours

To see Versailles in all of its glory, take a ride with Fat Tire Tours. On this daylong tour (approximately 8.5 hours), a guide will take you through the Versailles open market to grab a picnic lunch before visiting the Petit Trianon, the Grand Trianon and the estate gardens. The tour also includes skip-the-line access to the palace and an audio guide. Riders love the bicycles and tour guides, and appreciate the sweeping views of the iconic palace and grounds.

Tours are offered Tuesday through Sunday and all depart before 9 a.m. Kids younger than 4 are free to join the tour. Fat Tire Tours also offers a variety of biking excursions around Paris – including an "Emily in Paris"-inspired tour – and the surrounding region, as well as guided walks and Segway rides.

SANDEMANs NEW Europe – Montmartre Free Walking Tour

Price: Free; tips appreciated Duration: 2.5 hours

Stroll through one of Paris' most famous and charming neighborhoods with the help of SANDEMANs NEW Europe. This 2.5-hour tour will take you by the area's most photographed sights, including the Moulin Rouge and up the steps to Sacré-Coeur. You'll recognize streets featured in paintings and in cinema as guides share tales of Montmartre's famous artists, musicians and other notables, including Van Gogh and Picasso. Tourgoers appreciate the guides' expertise and recommend the tour for art history lovers.

Tours depart daily at 4 p.m. (Spanish language) and 5 p.m. (English language). Tickets are free, though tips are appreciated. If you're looking to explore more of the city, the company offers an array of other tours covering Latin Quarter, the Seine River and more.

Boutique Bike Tours – Versailles Food & Palace Bike Tour

Price: Adults from 145 euros (about $158); kids 5 and older from 99 euros (about $108) Duration: 9 to 10 hours

If you're looking to escape the city, let Boutique Bike Tours take you on a ride and stroll through the gardens of Versailles. On this approximately nine- to 10-hour tour, guides lead the way through the sprawling estate before stopping for a picnic lunch with provisions purchased from the market in town. After lunch, you'll skip the line at the famous palace to explore the rooms and hallways of Versailles. Reviewers enjoy the leisurely pace, a day full of activities and informative guidance.

Tours generally depart Tuesday and Friday through Sunday; expect to leave at 8 or 9 a.m. and return around 6 p.m. The company also hosts an evening bike and boat tour of Paris.

2CVParisTour – Legendary Paris Tour

Price: From 160 euros (about $175) Duration: 2 hours

If you're looking for a memorable and personalized drive through Paris, allow 2CVParisTour to take you for a whirl in a Citroën 2CV, a classic French car. Take in sights like the Arc de Triomphe, Luxembourg Gardens, Palais de l'Élysée ,  Église   Saint-Sulpice and more as you cruise through the Paris streets for two hours. Reviewers praise the classic car experience and entertaining guides.

Champagne can be added to the tour for an extra charge. Tours depart at multiple times daily, starting at 11 a.m. and ending after 10 p.m. If you can't get enough of the vintage car experience, you can also sign up for a tour of Montmartre, one that features a picnic and others.

City Wonders – Paris Catacombs Underground Tour

Price: Adults from $119 Duration: 2 hours

City Wonders will take you on a two-hour tour of what's below Paris: a network of tunnels, crypts and tombs that are home to nearly 6 million skeletons. On this Paris Catacombs tour, you'll skip the line with a small group to explore the Port Mahon gallery, the Sacellum Crypt and Gilbert's Tomb. Throughout the tour, you'll hear historical anecdotes from insightful guides. Along with the entertaining guides, reviewers also appreciate the skip-the-line access and recommend this experience in lieu of a self-guided tour.

Ticket prices may increase during busier times of the year. Tours depart Tuesday through Sunday at several times each day. City Wonders also hosts traditional aboveground tours of the Louvre, Versailles and the Eiffel Tower.

Paris City Vision – Half Day Guided Tour of Giverny Monet's Gardens from Paris

Price: From 89 euros (about $97) Duration: About 5 hours

On this roughly five-hour tour, a guide will take you through the life of celebrated painter Claude Monet as you explore his home and garden in Giverny. His garden is what inspired some of his most prized works, including "Irises" and "Water Lilies." Reviewers value the views and insight provided by tour guides, though others warn that the company can be disorganized.

Tours generally run daily at 8:15 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The company hosts a number of other tours throughout Paris and greater France , including tours to Normandy .

Street Art Tour Paris – Murals XXL

Price: From 26 euros (about $28) Duration: About 2 hours

There's no museum pass needed to see some of the city's largest artwork with Street Art Tour's Murals XXL. An expert guide leads groups through the city to view contemporary works created by the world's most famous and talented muralists, such as Jorge Rodriguez-Gerada and Obey. Reviewers love the insider information and find the tour reveals details (and murals) often overlooked. Plus, the route is accessible for those with limited mobility.

Tours last just over two hours and run Tuesdays and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Discounts are available to groups of five or more. Street Art Tour Paris also offers tours in Montmartre and Belleville, among other options.

Babylon Tours – Louvre Museum + Orsay Museum Guided Combo Tour

Price: Adults from 199 euros (about $217); kids from 159 euros (about $173) Duration: 5.5 hours

View Greek sculpture and famous paintings by greats like Renoir, Monet, da Vinci and Van Gogh during this 5.5-hour tour. As you explore the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay, guides will regale you with stories of art history. Plus, you'll bypass the long lines at the attractions. Travelers praise the guide's knowledge and appreciate the small groups (no more than eight people can go at once).

Tours run at 10 a.m. from Wednesday to Saturday. Fees include access to the museums. Babylon Tours also operates outings to the Musée de l'Orangerie, the Rodin Museum and individual outings to the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay.

XL Tours – Segway Tour

Price: From 75 euros (about $82) Duration: 2 hours

During this two-hour tour, you'll glide by some of Paris' must-see sights like the Eiffel Tower, Trocadero Gardens and the Musée d'Orsay. You'll also ride in style on Bel & Bel Segways, which are designed to resemble the iconic Vespa scooters. Travelers say the Segways are a great way to see the city and the guides provide clear instructions.

Tours are available daily at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 6 or 7 p.m. You may be required to book at least two riders for your tour if you book directly through the company's website. Participants must be at least 12 years old. XL Tour also runs electric bike tours through the city.

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