Bastille & Paris Best Market

Enjoy a Food Tour in one of the most authentic and intense areas of Paris far from the main tourist attractions.

Start the tour discovering the legendary Place de la Bastille which is located in the 12th arrondissement, on the Rive Droite (right bank) of Paris, a few minutes from the Seine river and the Marais district. You will enjoy their typical Parisian breakfast before heading to the Aligre Market through the innumerable ( and almost secret) passages that give this district its unique character and that have made it a young, trendy and creative place.

The Aligre market is one of the best-known of Parisian foodies. He operates every morning (except on Mondays) and its stallholders welcome you right on the streets of the Aligre square.

Actually, the Aligre Market offers you two markets and two charming atmospheres. Under the covered market called Beauvau, around the old fountain, you will find French and Italian delicatessen, fresh fish, poultry, dairy, cut flowers...
On the outdoor part, there is a curious mix of shouting « merchants des 4 saisons » (fruits sellers) and antique dealers, half of a food market, half of a flea market.

Around this market, the diversity of shops related to the art of good cooking impresses gourmets who are the most passionate about its diversity and richness.

You even will enjoy wine with cheese or delicatessen on an old wine barrel! Or mingle with the locals and sip a hot chocolate or hot wine during the winter or an aperitif in summer.

You will feel like one of the locals as you chat with shopkeepers and taste local cheeses, cured meats and chocolate.

On this food tour, you will also be able to learn from the history of this very special market but also from our entire country with the place of the Bastille, a symbol of the French Revolution.
 

Places of interest :

• Place de la Bastille
• Aligre Market
• Beauvau Market

About the tour :

On this tour, we only have 12 spaces. Thanks to this little number, your guide will be able to answer all your questions and guide you quietly through the beautiful passages of the neighbourhood. Belong to the happy few, discovering French and other countries' tasty specialities! This area is full of tastes, flavours, colours, and scents (of dishes in the oven, roasted coffee beans or hot chocolate): this tour will delight all of your 5 senses!

• 8 to 10 Stops
• Markets Discovery

You will be trying :

• Wine 
• Coffee
• Warm baked croissant
• Cheese
• Cured Meat
• French specialities
• & few amazing surprises

Little things to remember :

This is a walking tour, so wear comfortable footwear.
We haven't found the secret to go through the raindrops yet (but still looking for it!). So if it's rainy or even cloudy, your umbrella will be your best friend.

Because we care about the planet, we have decided to stop giving water bottles systematically. Instead, we kindly request that you bring your own bottle to ensure you stay hydrated throughout your journey. By doing so, together, we can make a positive impact on our environment!
 

 

About your tour leader & guide :

Your English-speaking local tour leader and guide will take you to some of the great food shops of the Marais and you will learn about the wine and food best French secrets as you sample.



Tuesday to Sunday (Mornings Only)

10 AM to 1.30 PM
3 Hours 30

110 Euros Per Person
100 Euros for kids up to 14