Paris Covered Passages Food Tour
Description
Travel in the 19th century Paris and discover stunning passages and their stories. Intersperse your visit with tastings of Paris best food and wines. Venture in 5 of Paris most stunning passages and learn about 19th century Paris, French gastronomy and Parisian lifestyle. While your eyes get caught by the original old stores, your guide will tell you about the story of each place and the meanings behind symbols meticulously sculpted in the walls. The passages are filled with hidden gems perfect to find an original souvenir from Paris. And what is better to discover the authentic Paris than a historical tour interspersed with tastings of traditional food? Your guide will take you to local traders and bistrots to shop and eat like locals. Enjoy pastries, charcuterie, cheeses, wines or chocolates! And while the charming glass roofs allow for natural light, the tour is also enjoyable on rainy days as you will be sheltered most of the time.
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Itinerary
Sit in a charming tea room and discover the original purpose of the passage and the story of the Grévin Museum.
A passage all about art!
Let's do some shopping like a local! Buy pastries and cheese and sit in an authentic wine cellar to eat them along with charcuterie and wine.
Discover the story of the oldest passage in Paris.
This passage is testament to an era. Understand its architecture and the meaning behind the symbols.
This passage is home to an old brasserie that served as a setting for two famous movies.
Discover a former royal garden and palace, that was once the first covered shopping area in Paris.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
This was a wonderful activity in the 9th Arrondissement... Fay was fabulous... we learned a lot of history that was new to us, while enjoying wonderful and quite filling foods along the way. I would highly recommend this tour, especially if one is staying in that area. I went back to some of the shops we saw on this tour the next day too... much better than typical trourist spots.
Thank you very much Amy, I am glad to hear that you liked the walk, the history and the food! I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Paris :)
Omg our guide was amazing. She bought us things to try from the best places. I highly recommend Fay! She was great
Thank you Nina I really appreciate. See you next time!
We had a lovely experience with Fay in Paris! Everything was seamless! Fay is very knowledgeable and was the perfect guide!!
So glad you liked the tour. Thank you so much for the kind review.
I had the honor to be invited to the very first Covered Passages afternoon food tour with Fanny as I was very curious after watching the Les Frenchies YouTube video. I absolutely loved it! So much history, so much beauty and so much food! Patricia (the other guest) and I, enjoyed Fanny's passion and love for these amazing passages. Highly recommended! Don’t wait up and book this tour !
Thank you so much Silvia for your kind words! Really means a lot to me.
I had such a wonderful time on this covered passages food tour in Paris! Exploring the hidden arcades was already a treat in itself, but combining it with delicious tastings made it an unforgettable experience. The guide was warm, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about both Parisian history and food. We sampled everything from delicate pastries to artisan cheeses and charcuterie, all while learning stories about the city’s past that I would have never discovered on my own. The covered passages were beautiful, atmospheric, and felt like stepping back in time—yet filled with vibrant shops and cafés. The pace of the tour was perfect: plenty of time to enjoy the food, take photos, and soak in the surroundings. I especially appreciated how our guide connected the food to the culture and history—it really felt like an insider’s glimpse into Paris. If you want a food experience that’s both delicious and culturally enriching (and off the typical tourist path), I highly recommend this tour!
Thank you Terry for taking the time to write such a nice review. I am glad to see that all I wanted to share and pass down was received and appreciated. Maybe I will see you again in Paris!
