Food Tours in France

Taste for yourself why Paris is known as the world's gourmet capital with a 3-hour 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 app etit!

Taste your way through the most charming neighborhoods of Paris with this unique, self-guided culinary tour. Receive a 'Tasting Passport' featuring different caf es, bakeries, wine shops and specialty stores with directions and artisan profiles. Make your way to each stop at your own pace, and enjoy samples of gourmet goodies from around France like a buttery croissant, coffee, foie gras, financier cookies and charcuterie. It's a great way to explore the city and eat like a true Parisian.

Discover the art of fine French cuisine with a small-group cooking class and gourmet meal in Paris. Learn about the traditions and flavors that have made French food famous the world over, and help prepare an authentic, 4-course meal under the guidance of a local chef. When the cooking's done, join your new friends around a cozy table to enjoy the delicious home-cooked meal paired with a selection of French wine. Opt for a longer, 6-hour experience to start the evening with a shopping trip at a local market.

See Paris' top sights on a 1.5-hour panoramic tour by luxury bus that includes a 4-course lunch on board. You'll travel around the city on a glass-enclosed double-decker bus, where you'll be seated at a table for views of the city as you dine on French cuisine. Pass by landmarks such as the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Select your preferred departure time when booking.

Taste your way through Paris' vibrant Bastille and St-Germain-des-Pr es districts on this full-day gourmet walking tour. Eat like a true Parisian as you explore the vendor stalls of the Aligre Market, indulge your sweet tooth at the city's best chocolatiers and sip French wines with a sommelier-led tasting. Rest your feet during lunch at a typical Parisian caf e and refresh with an afternoon tea-and-pastry break. Group size is limited to 8 for a personalized small-group experience. The tour includes lunch and all tastings.

Embark on a culinary tour of Paris's Montmartre neighborhood, one of the city's most charming neighborhoods. Sample delicacies like croissants and eclairs at a local patisserie, enjoy a guided tasting of various cheeses at a fromagerie and satisfy your sweet tooth at a classic chocolaterie. Of course no gourmet tour of Paris would be complete without a stop at a boulangerie, where you'll learn the proper way to eat a baguette in France.

Embark on a 3-hour foodie fantasy with this tour of Canal Saint Martin. As you make your way through this scenic Paris neighborhood, stops include a hidden indoor market and beloved bakery. Enjoy tastings of fresh organic produce, cured meats, bread, pastries, and more. End your tour with a delicious wine and cheese pairing in a local bar.

Taste your way through the delicious world of French cheese and wine with this 1.5-hour experience in Paris. Head for this spot near the Eiffel Tower to learn about the many types of cheeses produced around the country, many of which are on the tasting menu. Find out about the aging process that some cheese goes through. Sample wine and bread along with the cheese.

Make your own baguette with just the right amount of crunch during this 2-hour morning baking class at a Paris bakery. Begin the class with a delicious breakfast and then get your hands busy with flour in this behind-the-scenes experience at an authentic bakery. Learn how to make the perfect baguette, croissant and 'pain au chocolat.' This small-group activity, limited to just eight people, is ideal for families and gourmet foodies alike.

The little food stands and markets in the old village of Vieux Nice are famous around the world. You've read about them in magazines and cookbooks. Let a professional, English speaking guide introduce you to the best ones. Taste wines, cheeses and delicacies that only the locals know about, and end your tour at the famous Maison Auer candy factory.

Discover the culinary delights of Marseilles on a private 3-hour food tour. Follow your guide to the city's top locals-only gastronomy shops. Along the way, taste six distinct dishes that are native to the region. Stop for lunch at Les Halles de la Major, one of the city's premier restaurants in local cuisine. Leave with insider recommendations for what and where to eat during the rest of your trip.

Feast your senses on a 2-hour walking and tasting tour of Paris' fashionable Le Marais district. Stroll through the charming streets with a guide while learning about the aristocratic history of this neighborhood filled with medieval architecture and high-end galleries. Take in the sights and smells of the Le March e des Enfants Rouges market, and then head to a local bistro to taste a variety of artisanal cheeses paired with French wine. Group size is limited to eight people for a more intimate experience.

Immerse yourself in Paris' culinary culture during this 3-hour tour in Paris. Eat a typical French lunch, sip a flight of local wines, and taste some of the best regional specialties. Travel with a small group of 12 people or fewer, which guarantees personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere.

Just a short distance from Paris' Op era Bastille is the Aligre Market, a haven for gourmet foodies. Explore the fine and diverse offerings of this 12th arrondissement market with an in-the-know guide during this 2-hour morning walking tour. Sample delicious cheeses and wine, chocolate and cured meats; chat with shopkeepers; and learn some of the well-kept secrets of French cuisine. So go where the locals go and enjoy this immersive experience limited to just 10 people.

Tour and taste your way around Lyon on this half-day Old Town food tour. You'll save hours researching where to find the best local food, and instead, have insider knowledge from your guide. Meet local producers, and learn about Lyon's wonderful gastronomy scene. You won't have to worry about translation problems - your guide will translate for you, as you enjoy six tastings throughout the day.

Experience the Paris of artists on this guided, half-day walking tour. Meet at the Moulin Rouge and follow your private guide to lesser-known food shops including award-winning pastry shops, wine bars, and cheese stores. Linger, taste, buy a baguette, and take in the atmosphere as long as you like. See the former home of Van Gogh, Picasso's art studio, a landmark made famous by Renoir before skipping lines at Sacr e-Coeur Basilica.

Immerse yourself in the gastronomic history of Lyon on this 3-hour culinary walking tour. With a small group and a culinary expert as your guide, visit Old Lyon, the Halles Paul Bocuse, and the banks of the Saône while stopping for gourmet food and wine tastings.

Savor the flavors of French cuisine on a 3-hour food walking tour of Le Marais. Stroll through this historic district of Paris and be treated to a half dozen food tastings paired with several glasses of Champagne or wine. A knowledgeable guide introduces you to local chefs who share their insights about Parisian gastronomy. Numbers are limited to eight people for a small-group experience.

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 personalized attention on this 2.5-hour private culinary tour in Old Lyon. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed neighborhood and stop for tasting sessions to refuel during your walk, including chocolate, cheese, marzipan, and wine.