Top Île-de-France Wine Tasting Tours

From rich Burgundy to bubbly Champagne, wine is an inextricable part of French life. But you don't have to venture off into the countryside to experience the best of what France has to offer. This guided wine tasting, held in an 18th-century cellar in central Paris, will teach you all about wine production -- and give you plenty of chances to taste the good stuff as you go.

Spend a decadent afternoon in the French capital with a wine and cheese tasting in Paris, guided by a knowledgeable sommelier. Sample wines from various regions, learning how each produces different wines. Find out the proper way to taste wine rather than just sampling randomly by yourself. Nibble on French cheeses well-matched to the wines while you sip in a comfortable converted wine cellar in the center of Paris.

Take your understanding of French wine to another level with a guided wine and Champagne tasting in an atmospheric wine cellar in Paris. Sample six different wines while you learn about how to read a French wine label properly. It's a relaxing way to deepen your cultural knowledge and taste some fantastic French wines. Upgrade to include a plate of cheese or cured meats to eat while you sip.

Get a true taste of Paris on this cheese and wine tasting in Montmartre, guided by a local cheesemonger. Go beyond the typical tourist cafés and sample expertly curated French cheeses and fine wines in the city’s most characterful neighborhood. Learn about pairing, production, and regional traditions, and share your foodie experience with an intimate group of like-minded travelers.

Stephanie, Jerome, Daniel or Thibault are part of the Winebnb tasting team. We have hundreds of tastings of French and foreign wines, are passionate about sharing emotions and knowledge around wine. Paris is a magical place to make these tastings.

Discover one of the Latin Quarter’s must-visit foodie destinations when you tour the Rue Mouffetard’s famed market—and follow up your explorations with a tutored food and cheese tasting—on this small-group tour. Meet your guide right in the market, chat with local producers, and then head to an intimate restaurant. You’ll taste several different wines alongside a French cheese plate, and will learn about the art of pairing from the restaurant’s chef.

France is world-renowned for its delicious cheese and butter, and this hands-on workshop lets you dive into the country’s cheesemaking and butter-making heritage. Visit a traditional local ‘fromagerie’ (cheese shop), “Paroles de Fromagers”, meet the cheesemakers, and learn the secrets of cheese and butter making during a fun and interactive workshop. Finally, sample some of the delicious cheeses paired with French wine.

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.

Every neighborhood in Paris has a story, and every story starts at the table. Choose from three routes through the city's most storied food districts: the most complete way to taste the world capital of gastronomy. The Classic tours explore either Montmartre, the first food tour opened in Paris, or the Latin Quarter and Ile de la Cité with Notre Dame as your backdrop. Ten tastings including artisanal cheeses, cured meats, crêpes, chocolates, macarons, wine and our Signature Secret Dish, with no more than 12 guests. Short on time? The 2-hour Express cuts through Rue Montorgueil and Les Halles, the historic "belly of Paris." Aged Comté, a truffled croque monsieur, fine French wine and a sweet surprise, finishing steps from the Louvre. Three routes, one philosophy: the most authentic way to taste Paris.

Discover the pleasures and history of the Champagne region—and see and do more than you easily could alone—on this full-day, small-group tour from Paris. Round-trip transit is included, so getting there is made simple. Upon arrival, visit two different wineries for tours and tastings, and learn all about the growing, harvesting, and bottling processes. You can also spot highlights such as Reims Cathedral, and enjoy time for a gourmet lunch (own expense).

Expand your palate during a 2-hour wine and cheese tasting in Paris. Set in a cellar once used by the King of France, your small group enjoys an 18th-century ambiance away from the tourist crowds above ground. Each of the 10 wines is paired with a classic French cheese, including brie, blue, and goat. Afterwards, you’re ready to pick, pair, and savor the best wine and cheese back home.

It isn’t a trip to Paris without good wine, bread, and cheese—and this indulgent, tutored tasting offers the perfect chance to sample and learn more about the most popular French flavors. You’ll sample six wines from France’s top growing regions, paired with six different cheeses.

Taste award-winning croissants, artisan chocolates, and French cheeses on a small-group walking tour that showcases culinary delights you might not discover on your own. Participate in a mini croissant competition and enjoy tastings at celebrated patisseries and chocolateries, including L’Éclair de Génie. Learn about French breakfast traditions and savour exceptional teas.

Learn to shop like a Parisian as you tour the atmospheric Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood on this enriching food and Champagne tour. See historic churches and artists’ cafés as you shop for six different delicacies at local food stores, including bread, cheese, pastries, and more. Finish by pairing your bounty with three different Champagne styles during a tutored tasting. Explore in a small group (4–10 people) or upgrade for a private tour.

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.

Follow your guide on a unique initiatory and sensory journey in the heart of a protected natural environment, the Plain of Versailles. He will reveal all the secrets of organic viticulture to you and share fascinating anecdotes with you. The visit begins with a walk through the paths of the vineyard and its collection of rare grape varieties; on a clear day you can see the Palace of Versailles in the background. Then, it's time for tasting. Learn the different stages of tasting while savoring 3 unique cuvées en primeurs. It will be a moment of sharing and conviviality not to be missed.

Add some extra sparkle to your Paris trip with a Champagne-tasting cruise down the River Seine. Guided by an English-speaking sommelier, enjoy an educational Champagne presentation in the comfort of a private area. Sip on three fine Champagnes as you float past Paris’ signature monuments such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Musée d’Orsay. At the end of the tour, upgrade to take home one bottle of Champagne per party.

Explore the beautiful region of Champagne in just one day with a hassle-free trip from central Paris. Save yourself from organizing or navigating public transport with drop-off and pickup included. Sit back and take in the views as you travel through the French countryside in a comfortable minivan, with breakfast served onboard. Explore quaint villages and vineyards, including a well-known Champagne estate. Learn about how Champagne is made and take part in a tasting session, then enjoy a three-course lunch of fresh, seasonal cuisine with accompanying wine.

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.

Travel with a small group—including hotel pickup from Paris—and spend a day touring the Champagne region. Visit a world-renowned Champagne house such as Veuve Clicquot, Mumm, Lanson, Nicolas Feuillatte (based on availability) as well as smaller estates. Experience multiple tastings and learn how the popular bubbly drink is made as you stroll through sprawling vineyards and enter cellars. Plus, enjoy a gourmet lunch at a family-run winery.

Eager to enjoy French wines and cheeses, but not sure where to start? This small-group cheese and wine pairing session in Paris has you covered. Visit a wine shop in the Latin Quarter and, with your culinary-expert guide, taste four wines from different French regions, all paired with various cheeses. Savor the flavors, learn classic tasting etiquette, and discover why each wine and cheese make the ideal partners.

The Burgundy wine region is renowned for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, and lies about two hours southeast of Paris. With this tour, discover the region on a day trip, visit three different wineries, and learn about Burgundy's rich winemaking history and heritage. Sample red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines during three expert-led tastings, and stop for lunch (own expense) in the medieval town of Chablis.

Tantalize your taste buds with a full-day tour from Paris to the heart of France’s famous Champagne region. Visit the UNESCO-listed town of Reims, where centuries of French kings were crowned at the Gothic Notre-Dame de Reims cathedral. At a top-rated winery, learn about the traditional Champagne-making process and sip several different kinds of the beloved bubbly paired with a gourmet multi-course lunch of traditional delicacies. It’s a fantastic way to experience the one and only home of authentic French Champagne.