Gastronomic tour of the Bastille's best markets

Activity description :

1. 3 hours30 minutes
2. Up to 10 people
3. For the 1-90 years old

Discoveran authentic Paris, far from the tourist trail. The tour begins at Place de la Bastille, in the 12th arrondissement, with a typical Parisian breakfast, before making your way to the Aligre market through charming hidden passages.
Open every morning except Monday, this emblematic market offers two atmospheres: the covered Beauvau market (delicatessen, fish, cheeses, flowers) and the open-air market with its mix of greengrocers and antiques dealers. Taste wine, cheese, charcuterie and chocolate in direct contact with shopkeepers, while learning about the history of the neighborhood and that of the Bastille, symbol of the French Revolution.

Places of interest :

• Place de la Bastille
• Aligre market
• Marché de Beauvau

Taste :

• Wine
• Coffee
• Hot croissants
• Cheese
• Cold cuts
• French specialties
• & some incredible surprises

Your guide:

Your escort and local English-speaking guide will take you to some of the best gourmet stores in the Marais, and you'll discover France's best wine and food secrets as you taste.