Eating Paris: Morning Food Tour with French Pastries & Chocolate

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Eating Paris: Morning Food Tour with French Pastries & Chocolate

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€89
Duration
2 h 30 min
Group size
Up to 10 travellers
Guide languages
English

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Overview

Discover what many consider the best croissant in Paris on our exclusive breakfast tour through the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. Inspired by Chef Joshua Weissman‘s culinary adventure, this tour explores the historic Palais Royal and Rue Montorgueil areas, showcasing some of the finest baguette, cheese and chocolate Paris has to offer.

Discover the art of the perfect croissant as you participate in a mini best croissant competition, tasting and judging three exceptional pastries from Paris’ most celebrated bakeries.

From the innovative creations of patisserie L’Eclair de Genie to the traditional craftsmanship of Jeffrey Cagnes, you’ll explore the evolution of French breakfast culture through its most iconic foods: buttery croissants, artisan chocolates, decadent cheeses, exceptional teas, and more.

What's included

Taste award-winning croissants from legendary Parisian pastry chefs
Local English-speaking guide
Enjoy sweet treats and savoury favorites, from freshly baked pastries to classic French quiche
Discover a Viennese coffee near the Louvre and rich hot chocolate at charming Parisian chocolateries
Explore the beautiful Palais Royal Gardens and historic Galerie Vivienne
Savour a traditional fluffy baguette paired with French cheeses and butter
‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips

Not included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Extra drinks

What you will do

Stop 1
Just steps from the birthplace of croissants, this modern café near Palais Royal offers Viennese coffee or hot chocolate with whipped cream, paired with a homemade waffle tasting.
10 min
Stop 2
Stroll through a beautiful public park bordered by elegant arcades. Admire the Courtyard of Honor with Buren’s striped columns, fountains with polished metal spheres, and soak in the historic royal ambiance.
Pass by, no stop
Stop 3
A unique bean-to-bar chocolatier, every step of chocolate-making is done in-house using vintage machines and traditional methods. It's a must-visit for chocolate lovers, where you'll try a chocolate praline cookie.
10 min
Galerie Vivienne
Built in 1823, it offers a range of high-end boutiques, tea rooms, delicatessens, antique bookshops, and renowned restaurants, making it a perfect blend of shopping and history.
Pass by, no stop
Stop 5
Enjoy quiche loraine at this classic Parisian bakery. It's a charming example of traditional Parisian style and atmosphere.
10 min
Stop 6
Experience a tea tasting at France’s oldest tea company, known for its exceptional teas. The company has passed its passion and expertise through generations.
10 min
Stop 7
Savor a chocolate cream-filled croissant, created by renowned pastry chef Christophe Adam. Known for reinventing the classic éclair, Adam has also transformed the traditional croissant into a high-end pastry.
10 min
Stop 8
Known for its buttery croissants and innovative seasonal pastries, this bakery combines ancestral techniques with fresh, modern flavors. We’ll enjoy a croissant and a traditional baguette.
10 min
Stop 9
Visit a Parisian cheese shop dedicated to working directly with producers, supporting Slow Food and organic practices. Enjoy a tasting of salted butter, three types of cheese and fruit jelly, paired with bread from Terroirs d’Avenir.
15 min
Stop 10
Visit one of only two bean-to-bar chocolate shops in central Paris, which crafts exceptional chocolate using Maya Mountain cocoa beans from Belize. Here you'll have hot chocolate with the 2 croissants.
10 min

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you in front of Café Le Nemours, and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!

Important information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.