Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon in Paris
Paris, France

Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon

Outty Ranking 57 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $120

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Is Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon worth booking?

Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon is a 3-hour experience in Paris, France, from $120 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
57 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
3 hours
From
$120 per person

Join our Paris Pastry & Chocolate Marathon! Artfully designed, experts-led Private Foodie Experience for families and couples, great for children of all ages. During our expert-guided pastry and chocolate tour, you will

What you get

    About this experience

    Join our Paris Pastry & Chocolate Marathon! Artfully designed, experts-led Private Foodie Experience for families and couples, great for children of all ages. During our expert-guided pastry and chocolate tour, you will: - Discover a charming neighbourhood - Learn about French gastronomy & its culinary traditions - Taste award-winning patisseries from the world's best pastry chefs - Hear expert insights, insider stories & funny anecdotes - Feel connected to the local community - Eat and shop like the Parisians - Walk off (some of) the calories - Practice food photography - Create memorable moments with your loved ones All premium food tastings included: - 7 types of French pastries, viennoiseries, bread & chocolates - You get your own individual portions, not a tiny sample found on regular group food tours Our tours are never scripted and we only visit artisans that we consider are premium and qualitative enough to share with you. Feel free to reach out for more availabilities.

    What's included

    Included

    • Snacks

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. At our meeting point, you will be warmly welcomed and introduced to the itinerary and pace of our visit. Before setting off, we’ll take a brief moment for any practical arrangements, a short pause to ensure everyone’s comfort.

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    2. We begin our foodie adventure near the beautiful Square Boucicaut, just across Hotel Lutetia. Allow me to share with you stories about the mystical Rue du Cherche-Midi, that I used to call home. We will learn about the neighbourhood we are exploring, what the area was like in the past, get our bearings right and visit our first tasting stops.

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    3. Our experience continues with a discussion on the magic of an emblematic creation: bread. What makes French bread so special? What happens during the fermentation process? We will visit a century-old family boulangerie business to uncover some of our answers to these questions.

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    4. Next on our menu is a delightful discovery of 2-3 extravagant pastries, imagined by some of the winners of the Pastry World Cup, or similar prestigious competitions. Guests are invited to select their own individual cakes, rather than the small tasting portions typically offered on standard food tours.

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    5. Strolling along a charming, winding street that dates back to the 13th century, we delve into the fascinating world of chocolate, tracing its journey from bean to bar, exploring the art of tempering and discovering the ideal working temperatures that give chocolate its shine. Along the way, we encounter some of the most inventive creations on the market today, and, of course, indulge in a few irresistible chocolate treats from award-winning French chocolatiers.

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    6. Our experience will conclude at a location most convenient for you to continue your day. We may explore picturesque little alleyways, venture onto Boulevard Saint Germain, follow the traces of the first Roman settlers, visit an old friend and his charming temple of literature or saying hi to the oldest tree in Paris. You will also receive our personalised recommendations on arts, culture and food and drinks.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    Your expert guide & host will be right in front of the Sèvres - Babylone metro exit.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Normally we end our 3-hour foodie experience between Odeon and St Michel station. If you have any other activities planned after our experience, please let me know and we can always adapt the itinerary (both the start and end points) accordingly.

    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
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Sweet Secrets of Paris

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    We look forward to meeting you in person and sharing with you all the Sweet Secrets of Paris!We will visit some of the off-the-beaten-path places on the Left Bank, some even unknown to locals.Explore a range of different flavours and styles amongst some of the best pastry chefs in town.Discover the more extravagant French pastries that we don't easily find back home.Understand chocolate via a mini crash course while visiting some of the world's best chocolate mastersBaguette! Oui oui!

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    1 mention

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    paulmV2756UD · June 2025

    Amazing

    This has been the highlight of our trip to Paris! Michelle was so knowledgeable and informative, she tailored the tour to suit us as we are bakery owners. I couldn’t recommend this experience enough 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

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    colincolin2202 · August 2024

    Delicious and Enjoyable!

    An enjoyable trip fuelled with sweets and pastries. Kudos to Michelle for creating these fun and sweet memories. Learnt quite a few tips and tricks navigating Paris - Au Revoir !

    via Tripadvisor

    pwalker3 · February 2020

    A absolute thing to do while you’re here

    I enjoyed being one on one with the it so much more personal. She was very kind in buying my mom some treats as we went from place to place, she sure enjoyed them you full and had no calories. This was so much fun I’ll do it again when I come back to Paris

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $120 to $250
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 57

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
    Review evidence (18% weight)22
    Booking momentum (14% weight)11
    Value for money (12% weight)60
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)58
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon cost?

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    Prices start at $120 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 Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon take?

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    Plan for about 3 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 Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon?

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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 Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon?

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    Around 1 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Paris Private Food Tours - Arty Pastry & Chocolate Marathon 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 Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). 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.

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