If you’re going to spend your money on a food tour – the place to do it would be in Paris. From divine pastries, to classic French dishes – Paris (and France) has some truly incredible food. And if it’s your first time, you might not know what dishes to taste or where to go for the best food – which is why I recommend joining a food tour. I myself have participated in multiple food tours through Paris and have learned so much about the way that food is made, enjoyed, and eaten here. The French dining culture is so unique and it’s so much fun to learn about from a local perspective. Here are my top recommendations for the best food tours in Paris.
PST… THIS IS MY FAVORITE FOOD TOUR IN PARIS AND MY TOP RECOMMENDATION!
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As a note: Airbnb Experiences also offers a way into Paris’s food culture. Hosts, who are local residents (rather than contracted operators), design and lead small-group culinary activities: neighborhood food walks, cheese and wine sessions, market visits, and cooking classes rooted in the arrondissement where the host actually lives.
What sets Airbnb Experiences apart from a standard tour listing is that the itinerary comes from the host’s own expertise and neighborhood, not a standardized script. A host who shops at a particular fromagerie every Saturday takes guests there because it’s their favorite cheese shop, not because they have to. In a city like Paris, that matters.
Bustronome Gourmet Dinner Tour
If you want to eat like a local but you don’t want to walk around, joining this gourmet dinner tour on a bus is the perfect option for you! The Bustronome Gourmet Dinner Tour takes you on a 2.5 hour sightseeing journey to Paris’s most famous monuments while enjoying a gourmet French dinner. Choose between a 4-course or 6-course dinner while you explore Paris from a glass-roofed, double-decker bus!
BOOK YOUR BUSTRONOME GOURMET DINNER TOUR HERE!
Gourmet Picnic Experience at the Eiffel Tower
For a different experience, while still tasting classic French foods, consider joining this Gourmet Picnic Experience at the Eiffel Tower! Choose between quiches, charcuteries and cheeses, or classic French sandwiches as you enjoy Eiffel Tower views with loved ones.
BOOK YOUR GOURMET PICNIC EXPERIENCE AT THE EIFFEL TOWER HERE!
Le Marais Guided Food Tour with Tastings
Arguably, Le Marais is one of the very best, most quintessential neighborhoods in Paris. And what better way to explore than by a guided food tour?! When you book this Le Marais Guided Food Tour with Tastings, you’ll taste a variety of different foods while exploring the trendy Marais district.
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Montmartre Like a Local: Paris Food Tour
I live in Montmartre (it’s one of the best neighborhoods in Paris in my humble opinion), and the food scene here is just fantastic. When you join this Montmartre Like a Local food tour, not only will you get to try local foods and dine at hidden gems in Montmartre, but you’ll also get a chance to visit a local grocery store and see how the French shop for their cheese!
BOOK YOUR MONTMARTRE LIKE A LOCAL: PARIS FOOD TOUR HERE!
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Night Food Tour – Montmartre
For a different experience, learn about the Parisian night life AND food on this Night Food Tour through Montmartre. As I mentioned earlier, Montmartre is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Paris and seeing it at night is so much fun. Plus, with a local guide you’ll get to venture off the typical tourist path and really get to know the neighborhood from a local perspective. It’s a win-win!
BOOK YOUR NIGHT FOOD TOUR – MONTMARTRE HERE!
Paris Left Bank Food Tour with Latin Quarter Market
The Latin Quarter is one of the coolest, and most affordable, neighborhoods in Paris. Not only would I recommend exploring the food scene here, but this is a great neighborhood to get taken around by a local so you’re able to learn a little bit about the history and get an appreciation for the Latin Quarter. When you join this food tour, you’ll taste 10 different foods, enjoy 2 drinks, learn the history of the Latin Quarter, and learn the art of French wine and cheese pairing at a local wine cellar.
BOOK YOUR PARIS LEFT BANK FOOD TOUR WITH LATIN QUARTER MARKET HERE!
Paris Pastry and Chocolate Tour
The Paris Pastry and Chocolate Tour is my favorite food tour in Paris (I’ve gone three times!), and I think it’s such a great way to try some of France’s most famous pastries. Not only will you leave with a full stomach, but you’ll also come away having tasted some of Paris’s best pastries, learned about the history of Parisian pastries and breads, and also have knowledge of how France came to be so well known for its pastries. It’s a fun and informative food tour!
BOOK YOUR PARIS PASTRY AND CHOCOLATE TOUR HERE!
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Paris Ultimate Food Tour
When you join this Paris Ultimate Food Tour, not only will you taste classic French dishes, but you’ll also get to try Jewish delicacies, Middle-Eastern inspired pastries, and more. While France is well-known for their French cuisine around the world, what you might not know is that Paris is still a melting pot of cultures and there are some pretty great non-French places and influences around.
BOOK YOUR PARIS ULTIMATE FOOD TOUR HERE!
Wine and Cheese Lunch
If you want to learn about French wine and French cheese, there’s no better way to do so than by sitting down to a lunch with a local. During this Wine and Cheese Lunch, you will taste champagne, wine from 5 different wine regions, paired with 5 different French cheeses. It’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon leisurely learning from locals and hanging out with other travelers.
BOOK YOUR WINE AND CHEESE LUNCH HERE!
FAQ
Q: “Is it worth doing a food tour in Paris?”
- A: Yes! Paris has one of the best and most unique food scenes in the world and what better way to explore it than with a local? As I mentioned earlier, I’ve done multiple food tours in Paris and have loved it each time!
Q: “What is the most famous thing to eat in Paris?”
- A: I can’t give just one food because there are so many famous things to eat in Paris! My short list includes macarons, croissants, baguettes, snails, foie gras, tartar… the list goes on!
Q: “Are guided tours in Paris worth it?”
- A: Of course, it depends on your guide, but I definitely thing guided tours in Paris are worth it. I have yet to have a truly negative experience and have learned so much from each guide I’ve had.
France Essentials – What You Need & Need to Know About Visiting France
TRAVELING THROUGH FRANCE
- The easiest way to book train tickets in France is through Omio
- To book a flight to France, I recommend a large booking platform or Skyscanner to compare options
- For car rentals in France, I recommend Discover Cars
- If you want an English speaking driver waiting to pick you up at the airport, use Welcome Pickups
- I highly recommend travel insurance when traveling through France – I use and recommend SafetyWing(read why here and here)
- If you need a SIM card, aloSIM for an easy and affordable e-SIM – use code “KYLEE5” for a 5% discount
ACCOMODATION IN FRANCE
- To easiest way to book hotels in France is through a large booking platform
TOURS IN FRANCE
- For tours and activities in France, I recommend using Get Your Guide or Viator
- For food tours in France, I recommend Devour Tours
- For walking tours in France, I recommend Take Walks
WHAT TO BRING TO FRANCE
- Don’t forget a France guide book to help plan your travels
- You’ll need a travel plug adapter (France uses type C)
- My favorite luggage is Calpak
- My favorite travel backpack is Nordace
- I recommend bringing a reusable water bottle to cut down on plastic waste
- I use this eye mask on the plane to help get some shut eye and help with jet lag
Whether you’re a first time visitor to Paris or a seasoned traveler to Paris, joining a food tour is a great way to immerse yourself in the local food scene, meet other travelers, and learn from locals. I hope that this guide to the best food tours in Paris inspires your trip. If you have any questions, let me know in a comment below!
For more food and drink recommendations in Paris, make sure to check out…
- The Best Restaurants in Paris
- The Best Food Market in Paris – Marche des Enfants Rouges
- The Best Cocktail Bars in Paris
For more information on things to see and do in Paris, make sure to check out my Instagram page/highlight reel by searching “#ppinfrance” or under my highlights for “France 1″, “France 2”, & “France 3”; alternatively, head to my TikTok and search for the saved “France” highlight
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