Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts
Paris, France

Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts

Outty Ranking 89 5.0 · 380 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $90
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89/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

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Is Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts worth booking?

Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $90 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 380 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
89 / 100
Rating
5/5 (380)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$90 per person

Embark on a journey through Paris' fantastic and fascinating pastry scene. This tour takes you away from the well-known and crowded parts of the city and instead visit a bakery, tea salon, crêperie, bean-to-bar chocolate shop, and pastry shop that have perfected their art throughout the years. Taste freshly baked pain au chocolat that crumble with every bite and melt in your mouth, smell freshly made chocolate, and hear the unbelievable stories behind some of France's most popular treats. Between bites, slip into the past as you stroll through Paris' hidden passageways. There's no better way to try as many delicious treats as possible in less than three hours!

What you get

    About this experience

    Embark on a journey through Paris' fantastic and fascinating pastry scene. This tour takes you away from the well-known and crowded parts of the city and instead visit a bakery, tea salon, crêperie, bean-to-bar chocolate shop, and pastry shop that have perfected their art throughout the years. Taste freshly baked pain au chocolat that crumble with every bite and melt in your mouth, smell freshly made chocolate, and hear the unbelievable stories behind some of France's most popular treats. Between bites, slip into the past as you stroll through Paris' hidden passageways. There's no better way to try as many delicious treats as possible in less than three hours!

    What's included

    Included

    • Passage Jouffroy
    • 6+ food tastings
    • Local English-speaking guide
    • Passage des Panoramas
    • Small Group tour of max 12 people
    • Passage Verdeau

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

    What you'll see and do

    1. Kick off your tour with a visit to an award-winning local bakery. You'll try their famous pain au chocolat that's the perfect balance of flakey texture and flavor.

      25 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Just a few steps away, tucked inside one of Paris’s historic covered passages, is a small, family-run tea salon with over 20 years of history. You’ll enjoy a freshly made, seasonal cake—perhaps a bright fraisier, a smooth Mont Blanc, or another in-house specialty—while soaking up the atmosphere of this quiet, off-the-beaten-path spot.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Passage Jouffroy

      Now it’s time to explore the magnificent hidden passageways of Paris on a guided 20-minute historical walking tour. Get your camera ready for great shots for your social media feeds! moments.

      5 minutes here

    4. Passage Verdeau

      The second stop of the walking tour is an elegant passageway with a high glass ceiling connecting two busy streets in Paris.

      5 minutes here

    5. Passage des Panoramas

      The final stop on the walking tour before refueling with more Parisian sweets is a charming hidden passageway filled with local shops.

      10 minutes here

    6. You'll hit with the smell of chocolate as soon as you walk into this bean-to-bar shop. Taste homemade creations by passionate chocolatiers in the heart of the city.

      15 minutes here · Admission included

    7. Next, you’ll try a taste of the Brittany region: a traditional French crêpe served with a glass of apple cider.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    8. Finish off your tour with a macaron at a modern pastry shop that puts a modern twist on the French classics.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at the beginning of the pedestrian street in front of restaurant "Faubourg 34" located on 34, rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Devour France Food Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • All guests with serious allergies must sign an allergy waiver at the start of their tour.
    • Please note that this tour is not suitable for Gluten free, vegan, serious nut allergies. There are no peanuts on tour but there are almonds, hazelnuts and pecans.
    • This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians and Pescatarians, not recommended for Vegans, Gluten Free or nut free.
    • We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
    • This tour is in English.
    • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
    • Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
    • This tour has around 1.7 km or just under 1 mile of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 373 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    373 verified traveler reviews for Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    J3665KCveronicac · October 2026

    Wonderful!

    Alice was an amazing tour guide! Highly recommend. She is super knowledgeable and very helpful.

    via Tripadvisor

    D451BIshaung · October 2026

    Parisian Pastries

    Great time! Such an experience and the food was awesome! Totally would do this again!!! Alice is amazing!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    468micahm · October 2026

    Paris Pastry Tour

    Alice was fantastic and it was wonderful to learn about the various shops and histories behind them.

    via Tripadvisor

    Z7346CHtylerr · October 2026

    Alice was the best!

    Alice was wonderful! So helpful and kind

    via Tripadvisor

    inseegal · October 2026

    Pastries and Passages

    What an amazing experience! Dave did all the things right - he was funny, gave lots of historical references (a big plus for this history nerd), and was so helpful in giving us tips to get us around the city. And he did all of this while getting us the best of the best pastries and sweets. Dave was delightful and the tour was perfect for our first full day in Paris. Our only regret was that we turned around to give him a tip after we were finished and he was nowhere in sight. Dave, we loved our tour and appreciate you so much. You were simply the best!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    133
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Devour France Food Tours, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 88.4 and 2 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything Devour France Food Tours runs

    Why this scores 89

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
    Review evidence (18% weight)82
    Booking momentum (14% weight)79
    Value for money (12% weight)84
    Listing quality (10% weight)82
    Local standing (8% weight)94
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

    How much does Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts cost?

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    Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts take?

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    Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.

    Is Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 380 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts?

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    Around 133 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Paris?

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    Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based), Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Paris?

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    April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Paris?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts?

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    Included: Passage Jouffroy; 6+ food tastings; Local English-speaking guide; Passage des Panoramas; and Small Group tour of max 12 people. Not included: Gratuities; and Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts?

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    Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. Thi. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible; and We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Paris. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Paris Pastry Tour - Croissants, Macarons & Iconic French Desserts?

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    Across 380 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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