Paris Macaron Walking Tour of Saint Germain Including Tasting

Highlights

  • Meet in front of the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Près.  After discussing the origin and historical impact of macarons, you will follow your local guide through the ancient streets of the Saint-Germain quarter.  After stopping at five macaron shops, including the oldest and newest boutiques in Paris, you will finish the tour by partaking in a judging activity.  Using fun and valid categories you'll have a chance to see for yourself where the best macarons in Paris can be found. Compare with your friends, and if you want you can convert the provided special judging sheet to a picture frame to post your experience on social media.

Summary

Meet in front of the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Près.  After discussing the origin and historical impact of macarons, you will follow your local guide through the ancient streets of the Saint-Germain quarter.  After stopping at five macaron shops, including the oldest and newest boutiques in Paris, you will finish the tour by partaking in a judging activity.  Using fun and valid categories you'll have a chance to see for yourself where the best macarons in Paris can be found. Compare with your friends, and if you want you can convert the provided special judging sheet to a picture frame to post your experience on social media.

Tour info

Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Where did macarons come from, and when were they invented?  Why are these world-famous pastries connected to Paris, and who makes the best ones?  Come walk around Paris' ancient Saint-Germain quarter with a local guide and learn the actual history behind macarons and this historical area. Visit the most famous macaron boutiques, and partake in a macaron judging event to see for yourself which macarons you like the best.   

What’s included?

  • 5 gourmet macarons from Paris' most famous macaron boutiques (flavor depends on day)

  • History of macarons

  • Parisian history

  • Local and professional guide

  • Transportation

  • Coffee/ beverage if event is held at a café in poor weather

  • Bottled water

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Le Bon Paris Tours

About operator:

We believe Paris is as much about its food as it is about monuments. In a city that has just as much food as it has history, we don’t want you to miss out on the tastiest part of the two! We are a group of professional guides bringing you our favorite parts of what the capital of food has to offer through a range of unique food walks across the city.

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