Eating Paris: Morning Food Tour with French Pastries & Chocolate

4.9
(752 reviews)
Paris, France

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Extra drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Le Nemours

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

End point
4 Rue du Nil

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 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 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Jardin du Palais Royal (Pass by)

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    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 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Galerie Vivienne (Pass by)

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    10 Pl. des Petits Pères

    Enjoy quiche loraine at this classic Parisian bakery. It's a charming example of traditional Parisian style and atmosphere.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    6 Pl. des Petits Pères

    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 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    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 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    3 Rue du Nil

    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 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    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 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    4 Rue du Nil

    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 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Have dietary requirements? Email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs. For safety, our tours are not suitable for guests with a severe or life-threatening (anaphylactic) allergy to nuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish or gluten (coeliac disease), where trace amounts or cross-contamination pose a risk. Guests with any other severe allergy must contact us.
  • 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.
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