Paris Food Tour: Award-Winning Bakeries, Croissants, Baguettes, and Chocolateries

Savor Parisian pastries and chocolate on a small-group morning food tour with exclusive tastings at award-winning bakeries and chocolateries.

Getting started
Begin your morning by meeting your small group (maximum 10 participants) at the designated starting point in central Paris. Your guide will introduce the day’s itinerary and lead you to the first stop, setting the tone for a relaxed walk through some of the city’s most celebrated culinary neighborhoods. Be prepared for a mix of indoor and outdoor stops, with tastings and stories at each location.

What to expect

Award-winning bakeries and cafés
Your journey starts with exclusive visits to renowned Parisian bakeries, where you’ll taste a classic croissant and a croissant-éclair hybrid crafted by celebrated pastry chefs.

• Enjoy a hands-on croissant tasting competition, sampling and comparing different styles to crown the best in Paris.
• Savor a homemade waffle, chocolate and salted butter cookies, and a slice of quiche, each prepared by expert bakers and served fresh at the counter.
• Pause at a charming café near the Louvre to sip Viennese coffee, French tea, or hot chocolate, soaking in the morning atmosphere.

Artisan baguettes and French cheese
Continue to a top artisan bakery, where the traditional baguette takes center stage.

• Sample French cheese and butter served on a fluffy baguette, learning about the craft behind these staples of Parisian life.
• Your guide will share insights into the seasonal selection of breads and accompaniments, ensuring each tasting is unique to the time of year.

Chocolateries and historic arcades
The tour also includes stops at celebrated chocolateries, including a boutique by Alain Ducasse and a specialty bean-to-bar shop.

• Explore the world of French chocolate with guided tastings, discovering the difference between classic confections and modern creations.
• Stroll through the Palais Royal Gardens and the historic Galerie Vivienne, taking in the architecture and ambiance as you move between tastings.

Wrapping up
Your experience concludes with a final tasting and a chance to revisit your favorite flavors. The itinerary and tastings may change seasonally, ensuring each tour reflects the best of Paris’s current culinary scene. Gratuities for your guide are always appreciated but not included.