Paris

Paris Ultimate Food Tour

Badge of ExcellenceParis, France
Ultimate Paris Food Tour
  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the few remaining family-run eateries in the Marais neighborhood of Paris with the insights of your local guide. Try classic French dishes, innovative pastries (patisserie), Jewish delicacies, and more as you visit both historical and modern-style eateries in this historical neighborhood. Learn about the stories behind French foods and the people who live and work in the district. Expect 11 tastings from eight dining establishments with enough samples to make a full meal.
  • Half-day small-group food tour in the Marais district of Paris
  • Hear insightful commentary about Le Marais and its food traditions
  • Includes sample food and wine tastings, enough for a lunch
  • Small group limited to 10 people allows a more personalized tour

What's Included

  • 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
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up - drop off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 111 Rue de Turenne, 75003 Paris, France

    We'll meet in the small square at 111 Rue de Turenne, 75003. Your guide will be waiting by the statue, holding a red Devour Tours bag and a Devour Paris sign.

End point

  • L'Etiquette - Cave/bar à vins (vins bio, nature & dégustation)
    10 Rue Jean du Bellay, 75004 Paris, France

What To Expect

Your decadent tour of the Marais—one of Paris’ most atmospheric and food-loving neighborhoods—begins at a time that works best for you. Pick from start times that range from morning to mid-afternoon, meet your guide right in the neighborhood, and set off with a maximum of only nine other people for company.

On this tour, you’ll learn all about what makes the Marais special, with stories about its Jewish history, culinary traditions, and local landmarks (like the Picasso Museum) which you’d be unlikely to encounter on your own.

Over the course of a few hours, you’ll also follow your guide to eight different food destinations. Come hungry; you’ll enjoy 11 food tastings and two half-glasses of wine, enough to add up to a generous meal. This tour also accommodates various dietary needs and preferences, offering you comfort and flexibility.

After indulging in the best that the neighborhood has to offer, you’ll finish at your original start time, with time left over in your day for more sightseeing.

Poilâne

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Chez Alain Miam Miam

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Jean-Paul Hevin - Marais - The Chocolate Bar (re)

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Sacha Finkelsztajn - La Boutique Jaune

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

At the town of Rodez

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Les Philosophes

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Maison Aleph

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

L'Etiquette - Cave/bar à vins (vins bio, nature & dégustation)

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • The tour is in English.
  • Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
  • Please note that this tour is not suitable for vegans, nor recommended for those with a lactose intolerance.
  • This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking.
  • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
  • Due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not adaptable for those with celiac disease
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

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Amazing guide and food!
Sarah_J, May 2024
Juan was our guide and he was excellent. Very knowledgeable about the area and the food. He also did a great job engaging with everyone in the tour.
Walking Food Tour
Jacquelyn_W, May 2024
Our guide Arturo was very knowledgeable and informative, answering all our questions. The foods we tried was delicious and more than small sample sizes. The walking tour was great
Excellent
Rick_S, Apr 2024
The food and the guides descriptions and anecdotes. Unfortunately, with best intentions, the guide caused me to miss a Viator tour after this one.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hello Rick, Thank you for sharing your 5-star review! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food and the guide's descriptions and anecdotes during the tour. However, I'm sorry to hear about the unintended consequence of missing your Viator tour afterward. While our guide's intentions were undoubtedly to provide you with a memorable experience, I understand the frustration this may have caused. Your feedback is invaluable, and we'll use it to improve our scheduling and coordination in the future to ensure that our guests can fully enjoy our tours without any unintended disruptions to their other plans. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another wonderful experience in the future! Best, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Lots of fun
steven_f, Apr 2024
Michele was terrific. The tour was a lot of fun . The food is a bit of sweet and savory. The tour ended with wine and cheese. What could be better. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hello Steven, It sounds like you had a fantastic time with Michele! Thanks so much for recommending the tour! A combination of sweet and savory foods, followed by wine and cheese, sounds like the perfect culinary experience. If you ever want to embark on another delicious adventure, Michele and the rest of our team would be thrilled to have you join us again! Cheers to more culinary delights! 🍷🧀 Warm regards, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Definitely a must do
Stephen_M, Apr 2024
Vanessa our guide was awesome. Very knowledgeable not only about the food but the areas history that we visited.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Stephen, Thanks for sharing your positive experience with us! Vanessa sounds like an amazing guide! It's fantastic to hear that she not only shared her expertise on the food but also delved into the fascinating history of the areas you visited. If you ever want to explore more of the city's culinary delights and rich history, we'd love to have you join us again for another delicious and informative tour with Vanessa! Sincerely, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
A must do
Martine_W, Apr 2024
Our tour guide was the best part of the experience! She was so knowledgeable and we ended up exploring parts of the city we never would have otherwise
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hello Martine, It's wonderful to hear that Nobukhosi made such a positive impact on your experience! Her knowledge and expertise truly added value to your exploration of the city. If you enjoyed discovering new parts of Paris, I highly recommend our Paris Chocolate & Pastry Tasting Guided Tour. This tour offers a delightful journey through the city's culinary delights, allowing you to sample some of the finest chocolates and pastries while exploring hidden gems and charming neighborhoods 😃 Thank you for considering our recommendation, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you on another unforgettable tour! Best, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Excellent, informative and varied
Ann_M, Apr 2024
Highly informative guide. Friendly and had picked out some fabulous eateries Great way to get to know a city
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Bonjour Ann, Thank you so much for your kind words and glowing feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our city tour and found it to be a highly informative and enjoyable experience. Our guides are passionate about sharing their knowledge and love for the city, and we're delighted that you found yours to be friendly and helpful! Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more adventures in the future! Warm regards, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Come hungry
David_P, Apr 2024
Simon is an excellent tour guide. The stops were all well curated to showcase the traditional and unexpected aspects of French cuisine. The food was delicious and plentiful. Simon was not just a guide for food, but also shared his deep knowledge of Paris. It was an unforgettable experience for our trip to Paris.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi David, Thank you so much for your review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience on our Paris Ultimate Food Tour with Simon. He truly is exceptional, and we're delighted that he was able to showcase the richness of French cuisine and share his deep knowledge of Paris with you. Since you've enjoyed exploring Paris with us, we wanted to suggest another fantastic experience: our Paris at Sunset: Aperitif, Food & Wine Tour. Experience the magic of Paris as the sun sets, indulging in delectable food, exquisite wines, and captivating views 🌄 We can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience! Warm regards, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Food with a little history!
Katherine_L, Apr 2024
Our tour guide was wonderful. Her history discussions and food explanations were above expectations.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Katherine, Thank you for sharing your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Sam. If you're ever back in town, we'd love to have you join us again for another memorable tour! Best, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Great foodie experience
ToniBailie, Apr 2024
An excellent tour with an excellent guide,Davide. All the food tastings were top notch. Come hungry, you go home very full.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Toni, We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience with Davide as your guide on the food tour! It sounds like the tastings were delicious and plentiful. Coming hungry definitely paid off! Thanks for sharing your positive feedback 😊 Kindly, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Tour guide was great,...
Marianne_D, Apr 2024
Tour guide was great, informative and friendly. She took good care of us. Don't remember her name : ( The stops offered a wide variety of foods.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Marianne, It's wonderful to hear that you had a great experience with your tour guide, Nobukhosi. It sounds like she provided excellent care and valuable information throughout the tour. The diverse selection of foods at each stop added to the enjoyment, offering a wide range of flavors to savor 😍 Thank you for sharing your positive feedback, and we hope you'll join us again for more culinary adventures in the future! Best, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Amazing experience in Paris
Vincent_L, Apr 2024
Our guide Emily was AWESOME!!! She was very knowledgeable, great personality and did a wonderful job connecting with everybody in the group! And the fact that she was from Boston, and spoke English was a nice change of pace, and made everything very understandable and enjoyable! All of the stops were very well thought out and gave us a great idea of the many wonderful treats in Paris! From the stop for bread to the amazing soup to the phenomenal cheese at the end everything about this tour was perfect!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Bonjour Vincent, Thank you for your glowing review! It's fantastic to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Emily as your guide! If you're looking for more unforgettable experiences in Paris, we recommend our Paris at Sunset: Aperitif, Food & Wine Tour. It's the perfect way to enjoy the city's charm as the sun sets while indulging in delicious food and wine 🍷 We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon for another perfect adventure! Warm regards, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Great tour with a great guide
Scott_D, Apr 2024
Our tour guide Alice did a great job on the history of the neighborhoods we were visiting and keeping us fed throughout. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to get an understanding of Paris and some of its good culture.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Scott, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that Alice did a great job providing insight into the history of the neighborhoods and ensuring you were well-fed throughout the tour. Your recommendation means a lot to us, we hope to welcome you back for more exploration of Paris's rich culture in the future! Best regards, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Always start your trip with a food tour
John_A, Apr 2024
Our tour guide Bkosi was great. We loved her passion for what she was doing. Highly recommend doing the food tour at the beginning of your trip.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi John, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with Nobukhosi as your tour guide! Her passion for what she does shines through, and we're delighted that you enjoyed it. If you're looking for more delectable experiences, we recommend trying our Paris Pastry and Chocolate Tour—it's a delightful way to explore the city's sweet treats 🥐 We appreciate your positive feedback and hope to see you again soon for more culinary delights! Kindly, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Great guide, great food
Miranda_O, Apr 2024
We loved seeing the historic market and eating all the food. It was definitely more than enough for a meal and we ended up canceling our dinner reservation after.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hello Miranda, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed exploring the historic market and indulging in the delicious food on the tour! It's wonderful that the experience exceeded your expectations and even led to canceling your dinner reservation. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback, and we hope to welcome you back for more culinary adventures in the future! Warm wishes, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Delicious experience
Amy_H, Apr 2024
So many stops to sample delicious food. The guide provided a lot of information about the history of the food as well. Our tour started at 11am. I recommend no breakfast before as you will receive so much delicious food on the tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Amy, It sounds like you had a wonderful culinary experience on the tour! Sampling delicious food while learning about its history adds an extra layer of enjoyment. Thank you for the tip about skipping breakfast beforehand—I'm sure that will be helpful for others planning to join the tour. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed yourself, and we hope to see you again for more tasty adventures in the future! Best, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
The food was wonderful. ...
Corina_M, Apr 2024
The food was wonderful. Our guide Davide was amazing. We all really loved the tour. It is best to come hungry because there is a lot to eat.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Corina, Thank you for your rave review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the delicious food and had such a fantastic time on our tour with Davide. It sounds like he truly made your experience unforgettable with his expertise and enthusiasm! If you're ever craving more culinary adventures or seeking to explore other aspects of Paris, we have a variety of tours and experiences that we think you'd love just as much. Don't hesitate to reach out, and we'll be here to make it happen! Thank you once again for your kind words, and we can't wait to have you join us for another delicious journey soon! Kindly, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Top Notch
Anonymous, Apr 2024
David was an exceptional guide. We made. 8 food stops over 3 1/2 hours. Everything was very tasty and we learned a lot.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi there, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that David provided a memorable tour, with eight delicious food stops over such short period of time! It's wonderful that you enjoyed the tastiness and learned a lot along the way. If you're ever looking for more culinary adventures or exploration, we'd love to welcome you back! Kindly, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Julia was great! So much amazing food! Highly recommend.
Michele_N, Apr 2024
Julia was great! Lots of local food and met some local chefs. Good history mixed in. Saw parts of Paris we would not have seen without the tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hello Michele, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that Julia provided such a fantastic tour, showcasing lots of local food and introducing you to local chefs. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the mix of history and culinary exploration. Exploring parts of Paris you wouldn't have seen otherwise is what makes our tours special 🪄 We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! Best, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Memorable day in Le Marais
Wendi_W, Apr 2024
I really enjoyed the experience with Antoine and our group. The commentary was very interesting, the food stops were well chosen, and the finale was the best! Don’t want to spoil the surprise, but just go. Money well spent.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hello Wendi, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with Antoine and the group. It's wonderful to know that you found the commentary interesting and the food stops well chosen. And we're delighted that you loved the finale—it's always great to end on a high note! We appreciate your recommendation and are glad to hear that you feel your money was well spent. We hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future! Best, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
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