Top France Food Tours

Explore Marseille's food scene like a local on this small-group, lunchtime walking tour through its old town. Follow your guide to artisan food shops and local eateries to try traditional dishes, including panisses, aioli, calissons, and more. Enjoy enough samples to make up a full meal as you learn about Marseille's culinary culture.

Lyon is one of the world’s most famous culinary hotspots. Learn why food is one of the city’s proudest traditions on this half-day small-group or private tour. Hear about the chefs who’ve left their mark on the city’s gastronomic scene while sampling French pastries, cheeses, and sweets at venues across the city.

The neighboring wine appellations of Pomerol and Saint-Emilion produce some of Bordeaux’s most celebrated wines, and this full-day tour visits both in one day. Visit two Grand Cru Classé wineries, learn about the winemaking process on behind-the-scenes tours of the wineries, and enjoy exclusive guided wine tastings led by a WSET-certified wine expert. Along the way, visit the UNESCO-listed town of Saint-Emilion, and enjoy a picnic lunch at a wine chateau.

Paris is a city best tasted, not just seen. Finding the real thing, though, takes knowing where to look. On this small-group food tour, explore your choice of either Montmartre or the Latin Quarter and Ile de la Cite. Avoid the tourist traps and discover where the locals shop for fresh breads, cheeses, charcuterie, and more.

Discover Paris's Fifth Arrondissement and Latin Quarter on this small-group, guided food tour. A local guide shares stories behind Paris’s culinary scene as you enjoy an itinerant full meal across at least four stops, including local cheese, charcuterie, boeuf bourguignon, crepes, and a drink for guests over 18. This tour combines local sightseeing with a complete French lunch, ideal for newcomers and returning travelers alike.

The French love their food, but some know it more than others. Your guide on this intimate foodie adventure had a career in top-rated restaurants before turning to tourism, and that professional knowledge stands them in good stead. As you stroll the streets of Montmartre, enjoy several tastings, including wine, cheese, charcuterie, chocolate, pastries, and macarons, as well as a typical 3-course French lunch.

Your decadent tour of the Marais—one of Paris’ most atmospheric and food-loving neighborhoods—begins at a time that works best for you. Pick from start times that range from morning to mid-afternoon, meet your guide right in the neighborhood, and set off with a maximum of only nine other people for company. On this tour, you’ll learn all about what makes the Marais special, with stories about its Jewish history, culinary traditions, and local landmarks (like the Picasso Museum) which you’d be unlikely to encounter on your own. Over the course of a few hours, you’ll also follow your guide to eight different food destinations. Come hungry; you’ll enjoy 10 food tastings and two half-glasses of wine, enough to add up to a generous meal. This tour also accommodates various dietary needs and preferences, offering you comfort and flexibility.

Discover Strasbourg's food scene, without the pressure of scrolling through restaurant reviews and deciding where to eat, on this small-group food tour. Enjoy an itinerary that focuses on Alsatian food and wine, as your guide leads you to local foodie hotspots and eateries. Learn about the city's rich culinary heritage as you go, giving insight and context into the dishes you try.

Skip your usual land-lubber evening drink with this River Seine sunset cruise with an aperitif. Meet near Pont Neuf just before sunset and hop aboard a river boat with a terrace—take a seat and cruise past Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and the Eiffel Tower with a glass of organic wine, local beer, or champagne, accompanied by background music for a relaxed atmosphere.

This small-group tour is a Champagne lover’s dream, offering convenient minivan transportation between Champagne region highlights. Start with a guided tour and tastings at the iconic Veuve Clicquot cellars (which may be replaced with a similar house if unavailable), followed by a visit to the charming village of Hautvillers, where Dom Pérignon is buried. Then, enjoy tasting, and lunch at a winery, along with a visit to another small, independent Champagne producer.

Instead of dining at a single restaurant, turn your lunch into a multi-course culinary adventure on a guided food tour of Nice. You’ll taste some of the city’s most iconic flavors at authentic local establishments, while learning what makes Niçois food so special. It’s a great way to discover your favorites, meet locals, and get tips on where to eat, drink, and explore in the city.

Tour and taste your way around Lyon on this half-day Old Town food tour. Save hours researching where to find the best local food, and instead, have insider knowledge from your guide. Meet local producers, and learn about Lyon’s wonderful gastronomy scene. You won’t have to worry about translation problems—your guide translates for you, as you enjoy several tastings throughout the day.

Finding authentic places to eat in tourist-heavy Montmartre can be tricky when you don’t know where to look. Follow a local guide to handpicked restaurants and food stops, sampling French savory dishes, sweets, and drinks while exploring the neighborhood. Along the way, see Montmartre landmarks and learn about local culture, combining a full meal and sightseeing without researching restaurants yourself.

With countless restaurants and bars across Bordeaux, it can be difficult for travelers to find the most authentic spots. Savor the city’s finest food and wine on this small-group walking tour of Old Town, starting at Cinema Utopia or the Grand-Théâtre. Begin with tastings at artisanal bakeries, cheese shops, and more, then cap things off with a seated wine, cheese, and charcuterie tasting in a cozy wine cellar.

Sample all sorts of French fare as you explore the Left Bank's celebrated Saint-Germain neighborhood with a local guide on this small-group tour. Choose from a sweet-and-savory food tour where you taste high-quality French foods such as cheeses, cured meats, and macarons, or a chocolate and pastry tour that focuses on famous French desserts. Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience.

This half-day gastronomic tour puts Paris’ tastiest treats—from gourmet cheeses to delicate pastries—at your fingertips. Get insider knowledge on the most happening hotspots in Montmartre, the city’s cobblestoned arts district, and meet some of the most talented food artisans in the capital. Stop at eight pre-selected food venues and get a peek at landmarks along the way, from the Moulin Rouge to the Basilica of Sacré Coeur.

Packed full of wineries, it can be difficult to know where to go in the North Rhone Valley, without hours of research or insider knowledge. Take the guesswork out with this half-day small-group guided wine tour from Lyon. Visit two top wineries, meet the winemakers, and sample a variety of white and red wines, with commentary from a local guide.

Many wine tastings require a journey to countryside wineries, but this city-based session takes place in the heart of Bordeaux—no need to spend hours in a car heading elsewhere. Led by sommeliers, sip on a variety of red, white, and sweet wines and learn the principles of food and wine pairing. As you sample each glass, enjoy snacks and relax in the company of a small group.

Finding the best sweets in Paris often means knowing which bakeries and chocolatiers locals actually use. Depending on with route you pick, this small-group food tour explores either Montmartre or Saint Germain, pairing neighborhood context with curated tastings. Sample a range of chocolates and pastries selected for variety and quality, with seasonal treats such as hot chocolate or ice cream included depending on the time of year. With group sizes kept small, there's plenty of time to learn about the shops and traditions behind each stop.

See Paris from a whole new perspective with an evening Seine river cruise and dining experience. Take in illuminated landmarks like the Eiffel Tower as you sit back and relax on board. Enjoy a three-course meal with live music for a romantic and special way to take in the city.

This small-group e-bike tour shows you the best of Lyon and lets you cover more ground in less time than walking would. Hop on your bike and cruise past the old city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the famous Fresque des Lyonnais (a celebrated mural), the gardens of the Musée des Confluences, the Saône river, and more. Your local guide has tales to entertain and educate you as you pedal.

Discover the wines, foods, and charms of Saint-Emilion without having to organize car rental or cabs on this small-group tour from Bordeaux. Begin with a van ride to Saint-Emilion village featuring vineyard explanations, followed by a guided walk of the UNESCO-listed village. Enjoy a wine tasting and picnic lunch paired with château wine at the first chateau, then proceed to two more wineries for tastings. Choose a classic or veggie picnic lunch according to your preferences.

Glide down the River Seine while enjoying a gourmet 3-course lunch aboard a Paris river cruise. Soak up views of riverside attractions including the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and Musée d'Orsay as you dine on seasonal selections from an à la carte menu, accompanied by wine. Enjoy a glass of aperitif and a refined dining experience on a modern glass-canopy boat.