Gourmet Food and Louvre Guided Tour in One Day

Highlights

  • Enjoy over 10 different food and wine tastings

  • English-Speaking food expert

  • Uncover the history of French food

  • Entrance ticket and reservation fee for the Louvre Musuem

  • Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide

Summary

Explore the gastronomic delights of Paris as you sample 10 delicious foods and stroll through the heart of Paris. Then join a fully guided tour of the Louvre Museum. Don't miss this unforgettable experience in the City of Love!

Tour info

Duration
7 hours
Group Size
25
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Embark on a culinary journey through the heart of Paris and indulge in the city's finest foods. Start your tour at the historic Louvre area and explore the vibrant Les Halles and the bustling rue Montorgueil market street. Savor the taste of authentic French "viennoiseries" and the famous "Jambon Beurre" sandwich. Treat yourself to fabulous macarons at one of France's most acclaimed pastry chefs and chocolatiers and learn about the prestigious "Meilleur Ouvrier de France" award. Enjoy a sit-down meal with excellent French wine at one of our favorite wine bars and sample the finest French cheeses. We'll also surprise you with a dish that originates from French cafes in the early 1900s. If you have a sweet tooth, you'll love this next part as you visit the famous pastry shop of King Louis XV. Lastly, you will join a fully guided tour of the Louvre with a group of 25 people or fewer. Take advantage of this unique combination of Paris' culinary and artistic treasures. 

What’s included?

  • English-Speaking food expert

  • Uncover the history of French food

  • Entrance ticket and reservation fee for the Louvre

  • Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Please make sure to flag any food allergy

  • We regret to inform you that this tour isn't adaptable to Vegans and gluten free diets

  • It is your responsibility to make it to both AM/PM tour meetings point on time

  • Not wheelchair accessible, Unable to accommodated strollers and baby carriages

  • Not suitable for people with nut allergies.

Before you go

  • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure

  • Please note that this tour is adaptable to Vegetarians and Pescatarians

  • We regret to inform you that this tour isn't adaptable to Vegans and gluten free diets

  • Not wheelchair accessible, Unable to accommodated strollers and baby carriages

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

    Please note that Paris will host the 2024 Olympics from July 26th to August 11th, followed by the Paralympics from August 28th to September 8th. This may have an impact on our travel plans. While we are committed to minimizing any sort of inconvenience, please be aware that unforeseen issues may arise. We will make every effort to navigate challenges and ensure a smooth experience for you.

    FOOD TOUR:
    Meeting Point: In the middle of "Place Colette" square, next to metro exit number 5 of station ""Palais Royal Musée du Louvre"", in front off the "La Comédie Française" theatre.

    Meeting Point Details: Your guide will be waiting for you with a ""City Wonders"" sign, just next to metro exit number 5 of station ""Palais Royal Musée du Louvre, located in the middle of the "Place Colette" square, where the theatre "La Comédie Française" stands (addres is 1 Place Colette).

    Arriving by metro: Take metro line 7 or 1 to "Palais Royal Musée du Louvre", take exit number 5 called "Place Colette", your guide will be waiting for you just outside the metro exit.

    Arriving by taxi: Ask the driver to take you to the "La Comédie Française" located on 1 Place Colette. Look for the metro exit located in the middle of the square. Your guide will be waiting for you next to the exit.

    Arriving by foot: Walk to the "Comédie Française" theatre, located on 1 Place Colette.

    GPS Coordinates: 48.8632269, 2.3359865

    LOUVRE TOUR:
    Meeting Point: Your guide will meet you at the Arc du Carrousel. This is a monumental arch with a horse-drawn chariot on top, situated across the road from the courtyard of the Louvre. Standing with your back to the entrance of the Louvre Museum and Pyramid, you will see it across the road, past the roundabout, before the entrance to the Tuileries Garden (Jardin du Tuileries).

    Arriving by metro: Take metro lines 1 or 7 and get off at the metro stop Palais Royal Musee du Louvre. Take the exit marked rue de Rivoli. Cross the rue de Rivoli into the Louvre courtyard and you will see the arch.

    Arriving by taxi: Ask to be dropped off at the Arc du Carrousel du Louvre. Your taxi should be able to stop just in front.

    Arriving by foot: Walk into the centre of the Louvre courtyard where the glass pyramid is. With your back to the pyramid you will see the arch in the gardens in front of the Louvre.

    GPS Coordinates: 48.861694, 2.332944


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Created for travel enthusiasts with inquisitive minds, City Wonders is a global tour operator specializing in exclusive and expert tours throughout Italy, France, Spain and the UK. Its intimate tours and day trips invite travelers to go beyond sightseeing, bringing the wonders of each destination to life through behind-the-scene experiences. All City Wonders tours are guided by local experts that know the ins and outs of their city.