Top Europe Desserts & Sweets in 2026

Explore the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona and learn where locals go to satisfy their sweet tooth on this sweets and stories food tour. As you walk around the historic neighborhood, stop at different confectionaries and artisan sweets boutiques to sample a variety of typical Catalan sweets, including churros, turrones, and polvorone.

Learn to cook authentic Italian recipes firsthand with this interactive, hands-on cooking class in Florence, set in a traditional restaurant a few minutes from the Duomo. Your professional chef guide will teach you how to make fresh pasta, ravioli, and tiramisu from scratch, sharing the rich cultural stories behind each dish. Enjoy a full meal with accompanying wine and take home recipe packs to recreate the experience at home.

Discover Belem in the footsteps of the great Portuguese explorers whose voyages began there. Learn about explorers including Vasco da Gama and Afonso de Albuquerque, visit landmarks like the Padrão dos Descobrimentos and Igreja de Santa Maria de Belém, and enjoy freshly baked Pastéis de Belém. An optional Jeronimos Monastery entry ticket is available (not guided inside).

Discover two of the Costa Blanca’s most charming towns with ease on this small-group tour from Alicante. Skip self-drive and public buses, and travel first to Villajoyosa. Admire its colorful old town and seafront, plus enjoy a tour and chocolate-tasting at a traditional chocolate factory (Mon-Sat only). Then, explore Altea’s whitewashed old quarter, visit a stunning Mediterranean viewpoint, and get time to enjoy its cafés and restaurants (own expense).

Explore Paris’ Le Marais neighborhood like a local on this walking tour, and seek out hidden spots away from the crowds. Gain insight into the dynamic district from your guide, and learn about its medieval architecture, diverse LGBTQ+ community, and its rich Jewish heritage. Pass by top attractions including the Hôtel de Ville, la Place des Vosges, and la Place de la Bastille, and indulge in a delicious sweet treat from a local bakery.

This chocolate-themed tour is your shortcut to finding Brighton’s tastiest chocolate spots. Discover local haunts and quirky independent chocolatiers in the historical city center, as well as Hove and Kempton. Along the way, taste delicious sweet treats such as macaroons, chocolate cake, and pralines, and pass by famous landmarks too, such as Brighton Dome, and Brighton Palace Pier.

Entertain the kids while exploring Barcelona on this family-focused tour of the city. While it can be tough to bring kids on an average walking tour, by booking this private tour, you can let the kids set the pace rather than hurrying to keep up with a group. Your personal guide engages and educates the entire family with stories about the city and stops for games, churros, and playgrounds.

Cover more of Barcelona than you would on foot while enjoying a unique sightseeing experience on a Segway tour. Weave your way around the city sights without worrying about navigating as you follow your guide through Port Olympic, the lush Citadel Park, and the Gothic Quarter. This compact experience is a more adventurous alternative to traditional sightseeing tours.

Get a unique travel experience on an electric trike, which are 3-wheeled e-bikes with two seats, meaning two people can ride together. Pick from multiple convenient departure times, and, following a brief vehicle training, set off to explore the city. See St. Vitus Cathedral and Strahov Monastery, admire the Charles Bridge and Prague Castle, linger in the much-photographed Old Town Square, and more. The route may vary depending on the tour option selected.

An absolute must for chocolate connoisseurs, this 2.5-hour walking tour takes you to the acclaimed chocolate shops of Saint-Germain. Alongside a gastronome guide, you’ll visit prestigious chocolatiers to sample French delicacies such as pastries and filled chocolate. Discover the history of chocolate in Paris and find out how many tons of chocolate are consumed by French people every year. On this small-group tour, you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Sad stories go down a lot easier with pastries, as you’ll find out on this fascinating 2-hour tour of Paris’ Montmartre district. Learn about the darker side of the city’s history as you walk the streets and listen to stories about love, loss, and resilience from a local guide. You’ll try at least six different things on the way, so make sure you bring your sweet tooth.

Dessert and coffee lovers alike will enjoy a 2.5-hour guilty pleasures tour of Budapest. Follow your guide to the city’s best confectionaries to taste strudel, chimney cake, and more.  Sip classic Hungarian coffee at a lavish coffee house, while your guide discusses the city's history and culture. Leave with a satisfied sweet tooth and recommendations for local restaurants and Hungarian food.

London has plenty of chocolatiers, but knowing which to visit—and what sets fine chocolate apart—takes some specialist knowledge. Your guide, a former cocoa and coffee trader, leads a small group to several chocolatiers for tastings of fine chocolate. Along the way, learn how chocolate is made, with the option to buy favorites to take home.

Forget the hassle of crowded coaches and cut through Geneva with ease on this private TaxiBike tour of the city’s top chocolatiers. Sample sweet treats and pick up souvenirs at three separate stores and learn about the history of Swiss chocolate directly from your private guide. The intimate two-seat carriage makes this a great choice for couples, friends, or independent adventurers in search of a stand-out experience.

Sample top Danish dishes—such as rye bread and hot dogs—while exploring several Copenhagen highlights during this convenient combo city and food bike tour. Ideal for travelers with limited time in the area, this tour will help you visit attractions and eateries you might not otherwise have found, and faster than you could on foot. Plus, the small group capped at 10 ensures personalized attention from your guide.

Experience Bergen the way locals do – through its food. The Taste of Bergen Food Tour is a relaxed, social stroll through the city, featuring 13 generous tastings across five carefully selected cafés and restaurants. Along the way, you’ll discover local favourites and everyday spots that showcase the true flavours of Bergen, well beyond the usual tourist path. We avoid the 'touristy' restaurants and instead take you to our favourite spots. This tour offers a genuine introduction to the city’s culinary scene. Expect a delicious mix of fresh seafood, traditional foods, award-winning chocolate, locally produced drinks, and popular seasonal dinner dishes. The tour concludes at the iconic Fløirestauranten, where you’ll take in sweeping views over the city. Return funicular tickets on the Fløibanen are included, making the journey to and from Mount Fløyen part of the experience.

Discover the desserts of Spain while visiting a series of patisseries in the historical center of Madrid on this walking food tour. Pop into one of the oldest bakeries in Madrid and learn the stories behind several popular local desserts—and of course, try them—as you visit landmarks from the Puerta del Sol to the Calle del Arenal.

Saddle up for a comprehensive 2.5 or 4-hour tour of Budapest by bike. See more sights than you could cover by walking, hitting top attractions like Heroes’ Square, City Park, the Parliament Building and the Great Market Hall, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. For the longer tour, a hot drink and sweet baked treat are included.

Discover the sweet side of Turin with a food-focused walking tour. Taste several chocolate-based specialties of Torino including Bicerin (an espresso and chocolate drink), gelato, pastries, and chocolate bars. Follow your guide on a stroll through the heart of the city and learn about the history of chocolate making in this region of Italy.

Discover some of Brussels' best-known landmarks—and pair your sightseeing with a delectable culinary immersion—on this two-in-one, half-day tour. With just a small group for company, you'll follow your guide to city highlights from the Grand Place to Manneken Pis. Then, indulge in Belgian chocolates, speculoos cookies, six varieties of Belgian beers (including the world's-best-rated Westvleteren 12) paired with cheese and sausages, waffles, and other delectable treats.

Nowhere does pastries and chocolate like France, and on this tour, you’ll taste the truth in that statement. With your guide leading you through Marseille’s city center—you’ll taste only the best works of local chocolatiers and patissiers, sampling Navettes, ice cream, and more. Come prepared not only for delicious flavors, but sights, sounds, and delectable scents, too.

Savor classic Irish whiskeys and foods on this tasting tour in Dublin. With a guide hugely knowledgeable about Ireland’s whiskey heritage, visit famous Dublin hostelries to sample premium whiskeys. Learn how they’re produced, discuss their tastes and tones, and enjoy them paired with Irish farmhouse cheeses and handmade chocolates. Your tour ends in Temple Bar, teeing you up to continue your afternoon or night on the town independently.

Forget the typical tourist crowds and explore the vibrant Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto neighborhoods with this small-group foodie tour. Indulge in authentic Roman street food, from the Jewish artichoke (or zucchini flower) to “suppli,” Roman-style pizza, cannoli, and gelato, while uncovering the stories behind these local treats. Discover how true Romans live and eat, hear stories of local traditions, and avoid tourist traps.

Learn the art of producing local wines and artisan chocolates during this fun, short tasting event, with a guide to lead you through the flavors of chocolate and wines alike. Pair different chocolates, truffles and pralines with native wines, unique to Malta, and compare the different grape varieties as you sip and swirl.