Paris: Saint-Germain-des-Prés Prestige Food Tour

Saint-Germain-des-Prés Prestige Food Tour

This small group Paris food tour takes you through the historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, one of the city's most celebrated culinary neighbourhoods. You'll sample regional French specialities at carefully selected artisan shops and eateries, meeting the chocolatiers, patissiers and cheese makers who craft these treats daily. The tour starts at the Church of Saint-Germain des Prés and offers either 2-hour or 3-hour options with morning and afternoon departures.

Your expert guide shares the culinary traditions and stories behind each stop as you walk the charming streets. You'll taste freshly baked pastries, savory charcuterie, seasonal dishes, and enjoy food and wine pairings in a traditional cellar. The 3-hour tour includes additional stops with award-winning desserts from a Meilleur Ouvrier de France and optional cheese tastings. Private tours feature a luxury caviar tasting with sparkling wine from the South West region.

This guided tour Paris experience focuses on authentic local producers rather than tourist traps, giving you insider knowledge of where Parisians actually shop and eat. If you're exploring more of the city's food scene, consider the Paris Montmartre Food Tour for a different neighbourhood perspective.

What is Included

• Expert food guide passionate about French cuisine
• Tastings of regional pastries and sweets from local bakers
• Savory bites including charcuterie and seasonal dishes
• Food and wine tasting in a traditional cellar with local varietals
• Selected drinks including wine with specific tastings
• Cheese tasting at exclusive venue (3-hour tour only)
• Award-winning desserts from Meilleur Ouvrier de France (3-hour tour)
• Caviar tasting with sparkling wine and toast (private tours)

Good to Know

Tours are available in 2-hour or 3-hour durations with morning and afternoon start times. The meeting point is at the Church of Saint-Germain des Prés. Small group sizes ensure personalised attention and the chance to ask questions throughout the experience.

The tour route includes areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Tastings focus on traditional French cuisine including meat and cheese, so vegetarians should check suitability before booking. Children can join but tastings are designed for adult palates. No pets are allowed during tastings, and you should respect the workspaces of local artisans visited during the tour.

Please arrive on time for your scheduled departure and follow your guide's instructions throughout. For those interested in exploring Paris's markets alongside guided tastings, the Paris Food Market Tour offers a complementary food experience in different districts.