Authentic Marais District Culinary Walking Tour: Explore Wine and Cheese Delights
Authentic Marais District Culinary Walking Tour: Explore Wine and Cheese Delights
Embark on an enchanting journey from Beaubourg to Bastille, exploring the Marais district's unique blend of historical mansions, fashionable art galleries, and a diverse array of food shops, where Paris's heart truly beats. Delight yourself in the Marché des Enfants Rouges, Paris's oldest indoor market established in 1605, offering an abundance of fresh produce, exquisite cheeses, and gourmet delicacies from across France. This tour not only allows you to discover the irresistibly charming streets lined with culinary treasures but also to indulge in the vibrant food scene, tasting French and exotic cuisine in quaint restaurants along the way. With only 8-10 spots available, enjoy an intimate experience with a knowledgeable local guide, uncovering the secret flavours of Paris through 8 to 10 stops, including cheese, chocolates, pastries, wine, and more. Remember, this is a walking tour, so comfortable footwear is essential. Tours run Tuesday to Sunday, offering a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in French culture and gastronomy. Let your senses be your guide and revel in the exquisite offerings of the Marais.
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Journey from Beaubourg to Bastille and immerse yourself in the eclectic vibrancy of the Marais, a gem in the heart of Paris that encapsulates the very essence of pleasure the city is famed for. Wander through a historical canvas painted with old mansions, plunge into the contemporary with trendy art galleries, explore chic fashion boutiques and delight your palate with an unparalleled selection of food shops. The Marais is not just a place but an experience, bringing together an eclectic mix of individuals from all corners of the globe, drawn by its enchanting little streets that showcase a tantalizing array of cupcakes, pastrami, bagels, and falafel. Regarded as one of Paris' premier shopping destinations, the Marais promises an adventure for the senses.
Dive deeper into the heart of Parisian life at the Marché des Enfants Rouges. As the oldest covered market in Paris, established in 1605 and nestled near the Pablo Picasso museum, it offers a feast for the senses from Tuesday to Sunday. Parisians and visitors alike flock to its corridors, lured by the freshest fish, succulent oysters, an exquisite variety of cheeses from France’s most beloved regions, cured meats, seasonal fruits, and vegetables. Discover delicacies from Aveyron, Vendée, Pays Basque, and more, including organic products and expert wine pairings shared by dedicated merchants.
The Marais is also a haven for gastronomy lovers, featuring a mix of French and exotic cuisines at its restaurants and delicatessens. It's a social hub where Parisian hipsters and bohemians relish a glass of wine or indulge in brunch post-shopping, inviting you to immerse in this quintessential Parisian lifestyle with exquisite French cheese, patisserie, and wine.
Highlights of the area include the oldest food market in Paris, the revered Picasso Museum, and vibrant gay and Jewish neighborhoods that contribute to the district's unique character.
Embark on an intimate tour limited to just 8-10 participants, ensuring a personalized experience as you explore French and international culinary delights. With 8 to 10 stops, you'll enjoy food tastings, bottled water, and an array of surprises both sweet and savory, including cheese, chocolate, French specialties, pastries, and wine.
Remember, this is a walking tour so comfortable footwear is advised. And though we haven't yet mastered walking through raindrops, bringing an umbrella on cloudy or rainy days is recommended.
Guided by an English-speaking local expert, your journey through the Marais' best food shops will unveil the secrets of wine and food that make French cuisine globally renowned.
Tours run from Tuesday to Sunday at various times throughout the day, lasting approximately 3 to 3.5 hours, providing a rich, immersive experience that invites you to discover the heart and soul of Parisian culture through its food.
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From Beaubourg to Bastille: A Marais Tour
From Beaubourg to Bastille, the Marais concentrates most of the pleasures Paris offers. Old mansions, trendy art galleries, fashion shops and of course a huge range of food shops. It's an astonishing place bringing together an eclectic mix of people from across the world to enjoy its charming little streets and feast their eyes on the windows displaying cupcakes, pastrami, bagels and falafel's. Simply one of the best places to shop in Paris! Discover the secrets of little shops and indulge - yourself in the Marché des Enfants Rouges. Within a stone's throw of the Pablo Picasso museum, this indoor market is the oldest one in Paris; founded in 1605. From Tuesday to Sunday, Parisians rush to its alleys where you can find fresh fish, oysters, delicious cheeses from all of the regions of France's, cured meats, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Here, food delicacies come from Aveyron, Vendée, Pays Basque and more French regions renowned for their delicious products. There are also organics products and a wine merchant who would be delighted to share with you his knowledge of food and wine pairing ! It's a place where you can fill your basket or your trolley, but also a place where you can sit and enjoy the menus of French and exotic restaurants and delicatessens. Parisian hipsters and « bobo » love sipping a glass of wine or having brunch after their shopping. Let's be inspired by them and enjoy Exquisite French Cheese, Patisserie and Wine !
Places of Interest
- The oldest food market of Paris
- The Picasso Museum
- The iconic gay area
- The jewish neighborhood
About the Tour
On this tour, we only have 8-10 spaces. Thanks to this little number, your guide will be able to answer all your questions. Belong to the happy few, discovering French and other countries tasty specialties !
- 8 to 10 Stops
- Food tasting and bottled water included
- You will be trying: Cheese, Chocolate, French Specialties, Pastries, Wine, & few amazing surprises (Sweet and Savory)
Little Things to Remember
This is a walking tour, so wear comfortable footwear. We haven't find the secret to go through the raindrops yet (but still looking for it!). So if it's rainy or even cloudy, your umbrella will be your best friend.
About Your Tour Leader & Guide
Your English speaking local tour leader and guide will take you to some of the great food shops of the Marais and you will learn about the wine and food best French secrets as you sample.
Tour Schedule
Tuesday to Sunday
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM - 2 PM
11.30 AM to 2.30 PM- 3 PM
4 PM to 7:30 PM
5 PM to 8.30 PM
3 to 3.5 Hours
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 8 to 10 stops
- Food tasting and bottled water included
- You will be trying: Cheese, Chocolate, French Specialties, Pastries, Wine & few amazing surprises (Sweet and Savory)
- Included a stop in a restaurant
- Small group tour (8-10 spaces only)
- Local and food expert guide
Exclusions
- Comfortable footwear not provided
- Umbrellas not provided
Important Notes
From Beaubourg to Bastille, the Marais highlights Paris's key attractions including old mansions, art galleries, fashion shops, and a variety of food shops.This area is known for its charming streets, eclectic mix of people, and window displays featuring cupcakes, pastrami, bagels, and falafels, making it a top shopping destination in Paris.Explore the Marché des Enfants Rouges, Paris's oldest indoor market founded in 1605, offering fresh fish, oysters, cheeses, cured meats, fruits, vegetables, organic products, and expert wine advice.You can shop, dine at French and exotic restaurants, and enjoy the atmosphere frequented by Parisian hipsters.Places of interest include the oldest food market in Paris, the Picasso Museum, the iconic gay area, and the Jewish neighborhood.The tour offers 8-10 stops with food tasting and bottled water included, featuring cheese, chocolate, French specialties, pastries, wine, and surprises.Remember this is a walking tour, so wear comfortable shoes and bring an umbrella for rain.Tours are available Tuesday to Sunday from 10:30 AM to as late as 8:30 PM, lasting 3 to 3.5 hours, guided by an English speaking local who shares insights into French food and wine.
Themes
Cultural Immersion
Food
Walking & trekking
Wine & Culinary Tours