Notre-Dame Secret Food Tour at Pont Marie

Notre-Dame Secret Food Tour

Discover Parisian history and cuisine on this intimate walking tour that begins at Pont Marie station, your gateway to the historic heart of Paris. Your English-speaking guide welcomes you with fresh viennoiserie while sharing stories of le Marais, the district considered the birthplace of Paris. This small-group experience, limited to just 12 guests, weaves together centuries of history with carefully selected tastings as you explore cobbled streets and picturesque squares around Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Your culinary journey takes you across the Seine to elegant Île Saint-Louis for delicate French macarons, then toward Île de la Cité via Le Petit Pont, Paris's smallest yet most storied bridge. In the lively Latin Quarter, sample handpicked cheeses from local fromageries, artisan breads, Brittany's renowned galette, and savoury French tarts. Each stop reveals layers of Parisian gastronomy while your guide shares insights about local life and the city's culinary evolution.

The tour concludes on a secluded hilltop overlooking a stunning church near the Panthéon, where you'll enjoy quality French wine and apple cider alongside your final tastings. Premium drink upgrades featuring sparkling wine and elegant dry white wine are available for those seeking elevated pairings with their Parisian feast.

What is Included

• English-speaking guide
• Fresh viennoiserie at the start
• French macaron on Île Saint-Louis
• Selection of local cheeses and artisan breads
• Brittany galette and savoury French tarts
• Seasonal pastry
• Signature secret dish exclusive to this tour
• French wine and apple cider
• Small group experience (maximum 12 guests)

Good to Know

The tour lasts approximately 3.5 hours and involves walking through historic streets and neighbourhoods in central Paris. Meet at Pont Marie station at least 10 minutes before departure to avoid missing key introductions. Wear comfortable walking shoes as the route is not accessible for wheelchairs, prams or street scooters.

Children can join if accompanied by an adult, though the experience is tailored to adult tastes. Dietary requests can be accommodated with advance notice - please inform your guide before the tour starts. The tour operates rain or shine, so dress appropriately for the weather and bring a water bottle.

The itinerary and tasting menu may occasionally adjust depending on seasonal availability or weather conditions, ensuring every tour remains unique. Premium drink upgrades featuring Folie de l'Espinose sparkling wine and Renaissance Jurançon Sec dry white wine are available for enhanced pairings.

While exploring the historic streets around Notre-Dame, you might also want to discover more of Paris's cultural treasures with a Louvre Museum visit or take a Seine river cruise to see the city from a different perspective.