Paris Local Market & Bastille District Food Tasting Tour
Overview
Experience one of Paris’ most authentic and vibrant neighborhoods, far from the typical tourist routes. Begin your morning at the legendary Place de la Bastille with a traditional Parisian breakfast, then wander through the hidden passages that give this district its unique, trendy, and creative character.
This tour is not just about tasting—it's about feeling like a local !
Why you will love it:
- Discover one of Paris’ most authentic neighborhoods.
- Start at the legendary Place de la Bastille, enjoy a classic Parisian breakfast, then explore the vibrant Aligre Market and covered Beauvau Market;
- Taste your way through 6 indulgent stops, including freshly baked croissants, artisanal cheeses, cured meats, coffee, wine, and French specialties.
- Immerse yourself in the local atmosphere and mingle with shopkeepers.
- Small groups (max 10 guests) ensure a personal, intimate experience.
- Perfect for food lovers, curious travelers.
What's Included
- Fun facts, rich stories, and a few surprises
- 6+ tastings (cheese, charcuterie, pastries, wine, and more)
- Small group tour
- Insider access to both indoor and outdoor markets
- Local wine tasting with artisan cheese pairing
- English-speaking local foodie guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
12 Place de la Bastille
75011 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
quartier d'Aligre
75012 Paris, France
Aligre Market
What To Expect
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Place de la Bastille
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Marche Aligre
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Le marché couvert Beauvau
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-26729P27
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Fun facts, rich stories, and a few surprises.
- 6+ tastings (cheese, charcuterie, pastries, wine, and more).
- Small group tour.
- Insider access to both indoor and outdoor markets.
- Local wine tasting with artisan cheese pairing.
- English-speaking local foodie guide.
- Bottled water.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Paris Local Market & Bastille District Food Tasting Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paris Local Market & Bastille District Food Tasting Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Fun facts, rich stories, and a few surprises
- 6+ tastings (cheese, charcuterie, pastries, wine, and more)
- Small group tour
- Insider access to both indoor and outdoor markets
- Local wine tasting with artisan cheese pairing
- English-speaking local foodie guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
