Top Île-de-France Culinary Tours

A trip to Paris wouldn’t be complete without exploring its gastronomy and French cuisine that make the city such a wonder. Book this Paris Small-Group Food Tasting Tour and choose to explore either the Montmartre or Notre Dame neighborhood with a guide who knows the best places to grab a bite. Stop at up to six locations for multiple tastings such as macarons, cheese, wine, crepes, viennoiseries, and oysters—each neighborhood tour features a unique tasting list that complements the area.

This exclusive gastronomic tour puts the tastiest treats of Paris—from gourmet cheeses to delicate pastries— at your fingertips. Get insider knowledge on the most happening hotspots in Montmartre, the city’s cobblestoned arts district, and meet some of the most talented food artisans in the capital. Enjoy up to 10 pre-selected food stops, and get a peek at landmarks along the way, from Moulin Rouge to the Sacré Coeur.

Glide down the River Seine while enjoying a gourmet 3-course lunch aboard a Bateaux Parisiens river cruise. Soak up views of riverside attractions like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame and Musée d'Orsay as you dine on seasonal selections from an à la carte menu, accompanied by wine. Enjoy live entertainment and a welcome glass of Champagne for a bubbly beginning to the experience.

Taste for yourself why Paris is known as the world's gourmet capital with a walking food tour of the fashionable Le Marais district. Stroll through the charming medieval streets with a foodie guide, popping into the neighborhood’s best brasseries, boulangeries, and markets to sample French specialties like croissants, cheeses, croque monsieur, chocolates, and macarons. Top it all off with wine pairings and a tasty secret dish. Bon appétit!

Dive into the local wonders of Paris on this sightseeing tour of the Marais. Explore the open LGBT community, eclectic district full of medieval architecture and Jewish-influenced eateries, and hear engaging historical commentary along the way. Crunch into a delicious sweet treat from a local bakery and find hidden spots away from touristic areas. Pass by top attractions including the Hôtel de Ville, la Place des Vosges, and la Place de la Bastille.

Foodies exploring Paris will find much to desire in Montmartre. This 3-hour small-group walking tour introduces you to the culinary offerings of this vibrant neighborhood while a guide develops your understanding of French cuisine. Sample wine, and favorite Parisian foods, including fine French cheese, escargot, macaron, and crêpes. Bon appétit!

Indulge in a true gourmet French experience: preparing, cooking, and enjoying your own 3-course meal. Choose between a 4.5- or 6-hour Paris culinary course (a 1.5-hour market visit is optional) then set out to learn the tricks and techniques of French cooking. An instructor will help you through the steps of creating an appetizer, main dish, and dessert. French wine is also included with your gourmet lunch.

Get to know the Parisian neighborhood of Le Marais on a food walking tour with a guide who introduces you to local food vendors and artisans. You'll see sights like Hôtel de Ville and visit the oldest covered market in Paris, Marche des Enfants Rouges, as you learn about and taste the fine products found in this historical yet trendy district.

This Seine River dinner or lunch cruise is a relaxing way to view Paris landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Admire the waterfront sights and pass under bridges such as the Pont Neuf as you savor a gourmet 3-course meal, paired with a glass or half bottle of Champagne. Enjoy exquisite cuisine and fine service aboard a La Marina de Paris glass-enclosed boat.

Immerse yourself in the culturally vibrant and iconically stunning neighborhood of Montmartre. Climb to the city’s most picturesque viewpoint for awe-inspiring views of Paris (including the iconic Eiffel Tower!) Along your journey, indulge in the pinnacle of French gastronomy: genuine charcuteries from renowned butchers, world-famous French cheeses, pastries and bread from celebrated bakers, and enjoy enough wine to make you exclaim “ooh la la.” Experience the artistic spirit of the area’s bohemian heritage as you taste macarons from the “Picasso of Pastry” while discovering about the real Picasso’s era in the city. Witness and taste how innovative concepts like organic wine bars blend with traditional artisan shops to forge the Paris we adore today—all while exploring iconic landmarks like the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and Montmartre’s Belvedere.

Discover the pleasures and history of Champagne on this full-day winery tour from Paris. In the Champagne wine region, visit two different winemakers. Learn about the growing, harvesting, and bottling process, and sample different types of Champagne. See the resting place of Dom Pérignon, the monk who developed the French bubbly wine. Travel by comfortable van and come away knowing how to properly taste Champagne.

Take your understanding of French wine to another level with a guided wine and Champagne tasting in an atmospheric wine cellar in Paris. Sample six different wines in the course of an evening while you learn about how to properly taste wines and how to read a French wine label. It's a relaxing way to deepen your cultural knowledge and taste some fantastic French wines at the same time. Upgrade to include a plate of cheese or cured meats to eat while you sip.

Learn the secrets to making traditional French baguettes and croissants during a 2-hour baking workshop with a chef. Get time-tested recipes handed down over generations, and bread-making techniques that will help you make perfect baked goods. This is a hands-on baking lesson in the back rooms of a French bakery in Paris with group size limited to eight people for maximum personal attention from the instructor for each student. Leave the class with your own freshly-baked baguette to snack on later.

France's favorite sweet meringue-based confections are hard to resist. If you're a fan of the beloved macaron here's your chance to learn how to make them. This 2.5-hour Paris cooking class focuses on mastering the art of the macaron. With no more than 5 other participants you'll try your skills at a variety of techniques such as macaronner, which is the process of working the dough, and petit boule or cooking sugar and leave with delicious macarons of your own.

Looking for a romantic dinner cruise in Paris? The Diamant Bleu provides you a high quality culinary and entertaining experience. Board with us on this panoramic yacht on the Seine river cruise & discover the iconic parisian monuments while enjoying our chef's 3 course menu. From the National Library, passing by Notre Dame Cathedral, Conciergerie, Concorde Square, main historical bridges, Eiffel Tower until the Statue of the Liberty, let Paris unveil itself to you during our 2 hours and 30 minutes cruise. Take your time to go out and enjoy our panoramic terrace, accessible throughout the cruise. It's the perfect spot for selfies with the Eiffel Tower while sipping a cup of champagne or our chef's savourous cocktails. See out sample menu. No child menu provided. Content changes according to season.

An absolute must for chocolate connoisseurs, this 2.5-hour walking tour takes you to the acclaimed chocolate shops of Saint-Germain. Alongside a gastronome guide, you’ll visit prestigious chocolatiers to sample French delicacies such as pastries and filled chocolate. Discover the history of chocolate in Paris and find out how many tons of chocolate are consumed by French people every year. On this small-group tour, you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide.  

Sample all sorts of French fare as you explore the Left Bank's celebrated Saint-Germain neighborhood with a local guide on this tour. Choose from a sweet-and-savory food tour where you taste high-quality French foods such as cheeses, cured meats, macarons, and other treats, as well as famous French wine. Or choose the chocolate-and-pastry tour to sample a variety of classic French desserts and sweets. You'll even get to try a "secret dish" at a local restaurant during your tour.

Eat your way through the Saint-Germain-des-Prés area of the Left Bank with this walking tour of the celebrated neighborhood. You'll visit a number of food shops and other hidden gems with your expert foodie guide and a small group of six people.

Don’t skimp on the best cuisine in the world. On this tour, you’ll get a private, guided foodie experience across one of Paris’ finest neighborhoods: Les Marais. Your local guide will take you across several of the best spots and all the best tastes, from escargot to camembert to crepes, tapas, and charcuterie. If it’s your speed, you can pair it with some of the world’s best wines, too.

Experience the history and gastronomy of Paris on a family-friendly combo tour. Sightsee around the French capital from the comfort of your coach and cruise along the Seine to admire landmarks such as the Louvre and Notre-Dame. Cap it off with a gourmet meal inside a heated transparent-bubble dome on the first-floor terrace of the Eiffel Tower—priority access, drinks, and views included.

Discover the delights of Champagne—both the drink and the region itself—on this full-day excursion from Paris. Visit multiple Champagne houses, including Moët & Chandon, to learn about production methods, see the cellars, and hear about the history of this beloved sparkling wine. Enjoy several tastings as well as lunch at a local restaurant. Round-trip hotel transportation is provided so you don't have to worry about getting there yourself.

Enjoy the perfect introduction to French wine and cheese on this small-group experience in Paris. Visit a wine shop in the Latin Quarter and with an expert guide, taste four wines from different French regions paired with various cheeses. Savor the flavors, learn classic tasting etiquette, and discover why each wine and cheese make the ideal partners. Afterward, receive a pocket guide on how to best taste and appreciate French wines.

A Seine River cruise—plus a gourmet lunch—is not to be missed during a stay in Paris. Board a glass-enclosed boat conveniently located in central Paris, and float past attractions such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral. You’re served a 3-course meal while you savor the views. Upgrade to include a glass of Champagne to pair with exquisite cuisine on board.