Culinary Kickstart Tour: Paris in Paris - Paris_CKS_MAIN
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Culinary Kickstart Tour: Paris

  • 2 hours
  • Food Tours
  • Paris
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Choose one of 4 locals available

Experience hosted by Alexia, Paul & other locals

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Paris through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Paris satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.

Destination
Paris, France
Category
Food Tours
Duration
2 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, EspaΓ±ol, FranΓ§ais, Italiano, PortuguΓͺs, LietuviΕ³
Included
  • Private Guide
  • 6 Local Food & Drink Tastings
  • Vegetarian Options Available
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to Attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Kickstart your stay through the city's food scene
  • Try classic tastings typical of the local culture
  • Enjoy CΓ΄te du Rhone wine & macarons
  • Get to know the best food local hotspots in Paris
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Avoid tourist food traps during the rest of your stay

What you can expect

Culinary Kickstart Tour: Paris in Paris - Paris_CKS_MAIN

With so much French food to choose from, where to begin?! Get a taste of the culinary scene of Paris on a private tour that will open your appetite to the best food and drinks the city has to offer.

Kickstart your flavorful journey in Paris with the help of a local foodie that will introduce you to typical and classic tastings beloved by the locals. Try from CΓ΄te du Rhone wine to macarons and more to get an idea of what to eat for the rest of your stay. The best way to start your Paris trip, with tasty food and a local connection!

But that's not it! On this private tour, food and city highlights are all part of the menu. Between food stops, your host will show you Rue de Rivoli, Hotel de Ville de Paris, and other remarkable spots in the area, making it the perfect Paris overview. After this private food, you're set to continue enjoying Paris like a local, with food and city recommendations.

The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from local cuisine to city lifestyle. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Paris, your Paris!

Choose your local

Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at In front of Hotel le Bristol - Paris to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. Food Introduction

    This culinary kickstart tour is short and sweet! A perfect way to get acquainted with the local cuisine, its best tastings, and where to find them - all with the help of a local food expert
  4. Locals’ Favorites

    Kickstart your time in Paris by discovering the local cuisine. Try some of the ultimate locals’ favorite food treats like CΓ΄te du Rhone wine and macaron picked by your local host and hear why the locals love them so much!
  5. City Highlights

    This tour is more than just food; it’s a cultural experience! In between food stops, discover city highlights for a well-rounded experience that will satisfy your appetite for Paris. Check out Rue de Rivoli, Hotel de Ville de Paris and more city highlights along the way
  6. Food Recommendations

    With this private food tour, you’ll be set to keep enjoying the most authentic food and drinks in Paris. Your food expert host knows where to go and what to order and will give you recommendations based on your likings and dietary preferences
  7. Special Diet or Allergies?

    If you follow a special diet or have an allergy to a specific food, let your host know! They’ll make sure to consider that so you can have an enjoyable and safe experience
  8. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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DianaπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
18 March 2025
Iza was just a wonderful guide as she showed us around her city. We stopped at local food shops and learned the history about the croissants, cheese, macaroons and other foods we enjoyed. In addition she told us about local perfume shops and compiled a extensive list of sights and places. Definitely book Iza as a guide. Warm, friendly and just a wonderful host. Wonderful tour
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LisaπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
23 January 2025
First time in Paris and Iza made us feel so welcome. She showed us the local food markets and restaurants. She was so kind, patient, and we appreciate her giving us this tour in the cold and rain. Definitely recommend, Iza ❀️. Lovely experience
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StarrπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
11 June 2024
Andrea was very personable and informative. He asked what our preferences were and guided us to places that fit our likes. Our interaction with Andrea was easy and comfortable. He also gave us tips for other restaurants to try. Great kickstart tour through Saint Germain
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NicoleπŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada
(About local )
13 February 2024
Overall, the tour was okay. We did the Kickstart to culinary Paris. We walked for about 20 minutes down Rue de Honare which is the luxury shopping street. Interesting, yet not why we were there and I don't care so much for fashion and designer stores, which we talked about for the 20 minute walk. During this 20 minutes, there were also no food stops, just to find out the first place was closed. I would have assumed the guide would know this in advance. During the tour, we stopped at only 3 places. First was Laduree, then a pastry shop, then charcuterie. so I was also expecting more stops, not many times at one stop. I would be unlikely to use this company again based off my experience. Not exactly what I expected
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Kate
(About local )
16 April 2025
We had a brilliant time with Abi. She is a kind and keen ambassador for Paris and was excellent with my seven year old - tuning into her interests and keeping her entertained with lots of information and questions. Without Abi we would not have seen so many incredible buildings and unique parts of the city such as Notre Dame and the Pantheon (impromptu detour to see one of the original metres was also very my appreciated). If we come back, we'll definitely try and book with her again to explore another part of Paris. Would highly recommend if you have a child and are looking for an intelligent and engaging guide.Friendly, helpful, very good company
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PattiπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
16 April 2025
Paul was so friendly and interesting. Enjoyed our time with him. Our tour ended at the Eiffel Tower at sundown when the tower is blinking lights. Seeing a part of the city we were not familiar with was a treat. Would book again. Eiffel Tower & Much More
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EkaterinaπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
15 April 2025
My family had an incredible day with Maxine. He was so kind, friendly and accommodating to our large group. Max took us to all the places we asked for and more. He has a great knowledge of philosophy and it was fascinating taking a deeper dive into familiar historic events from a new perspective. Thank you for such a memorable day. We hope to see you next time we are in Paris. Wonderful day with Max
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LauraπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
14 April 2025
Had a great tour with Alexia. The food was amazing and we learned a lot about the city, the culture, etc. This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip!Delicious food tour in Paris
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Stephen
(About local )
10 April 2025
We had a lovely time exploring the center of Paris (Ile de la Cite and environs). The group included Izabele (our guide), me, my wife, and our 9yo. Our guide did a great job pacing the walk, explaining the history of Paris in a kid-friendly way, and helping us see how Paris is lived in and experienced by locals today. Thanks!Great experience touring through Paris!
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Laure
(About local )
9 April 2025
Thank you so much Alexia for this FoodTour! It was a real pleasure to do the β€œSouth” foodtour, really, really gourmet 😍 The quantities are very generous and above all, it's so good! Big +1 to the NiΓ§oise pissaladiΓ¨re, enjoyed over a good beer in the Canal Saint Martin district, and to the Portuguese specialties. We're really traveling around the Mediterranean! Tunisia, Lebanon, Portugal, CΓ΄te d'Azur, Italy.... I'm rediscovering this lively neighborhood full of good things Alexia's smiles and great anecdotes at our stops ☺️... I can't recommend it enough! Generous quantities! I can't recommend it enough!
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Courtney πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
9 April 2025
We love the 10 Taste WithLocals and our time with Maxime was absolutely fantastic. He adjusted his original plan to be closer to our VRBO and introduced us to a neighborhood we have never been to and would have never known to explore. It was fabulous and a fast new favorite in Paris. My husband even went back to one of the bakeries the next morning because we loved it so much.Wonderful Experience
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DennisπŸ‡΅πŸ‡­ Philippines
(About local )
4 April 2025
Iza was indeed very knowledgeable and more importantly, her enthusiasm and love for the city become apparent when she talks about it. I’d like to believe she is a true Parisian. She took us to some surprisingly pleasant places, which kept us interested throughout the tour and which were spot on with our expectations. It was a great experience all in all!
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StephanieπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
3 April 2025
My husband and I took a food tour in Montmartre with Anukool and he was extremely knowledgeable about so many different types of cultures. We had conversations that compared France to other countries throughout the world. We got to enjoy some delicious dishes and pastries we would’ve never thought to try on our own, but with Anukool’s guidance we found some new favorites. If you’re looking for a guide that has worldly knowledge, then this is the guide for you! Touring Montmartre with a Worldly Guide
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Leisha
(About local )
2 April 2025
Alex is a wonder and attentive food tour guide. Alex knows all the great places in Paris. She was able to tailor to our preferences. Highly recommendedTailored to our preferences
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Liz
(About local )
29 March 2025
Giedre (who goes by Iza) was great! We arrived jet-lagged and bleary-eyed and she immediately adapted her tour to accommodate our needs, waiting while we got coffee, shortening the walking distance, and taking it slow for us. Yet she was still able to give us a ton of great information and we learned so much from her! It felt great to have a personalized tour and be able to ask her anything we wanted. Plus she stayed in touch with us throughout our stay and gave us a few more tips throughout the week. What a warm and welcoming experience for our first day in Paris. Thank you, Iza, for being our "friend in Paris" during our stay. HIGHLY recommend Iza!Iza was wonderful!
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carolπŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada
(About local )
28 March 2025
I did not know what to expect on booking our walk in the evening in Paris. We started in an area I was not familiar with. Izabele was there at the start point. She was enchanting, and engaging. SHe walked us about for three hours showing us iconic spots and those not so well known.She shared with us stories about her life in Paris . I would highly reccomend this particular walk with her if you have a free evening while visiting Paris and she is free to take you around. Great evening walk
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MarkπŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ South Africa
(About local )
27 March 2025
I had a wonderful walking tour of Paris Giedre.She is very Knowledgeable and took me to some hidden Gems.Highly recommend her.Wonderful
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CharlesπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
24 March 2025
Iza led six of us (all in our 50s) on a walking tour of the Latin Quarter and Ile de Cite. She was fantastic in every way! She was knowledgable, engaging, attentive and responsive for the entire 3+ hours we spent together. I recommend Iza for any excursion in Paris!Iza's the best!!
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Anousone
(About local )
24 March 2025
Superb experience! My first food tour and I really don't regret it! I live in Paris and yet I was able to discover new culinary splties thanks to Alexia who shared her passion with us in a very entertaining way! I did the Strasbourg Saint Denis food tour with some friends and we loved the anecdotes about the neighborhood, the walk was pleasant and it was cool to taste different specialties from around the world!My first food tour and I really don't regret it!
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Sanjeev
(About local )
18 March 2025
I have been on many tours and this was one of my favorites. Maxime tailored the tour to our preferences (no shellfish) and took the time to research delightful hole in the wall food places which a tourist would never stumble upon. In addition he threw in local gossip tidbits which made it a very engaging experience. Definitely choose him!One of my favorite tours
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Andrew
(About local )
2 March 2025
My wife and I had a great time with Giedre. She was great company, very informative and we learnt a lot.Latin quarter walking tour
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ChristopherπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
28 February 2025
We had an incredible half-day with Nella, on a customized walking tour that was the perfect introduction to Paris on the first full day of our trip. Nella was friendly, knowledgeable, flexible, and passionate about sharing the hidden gems of Paris with us that we never would have found on our own. The tour was well-paced and totally customized to our interests, and included some great photo opportunities for lasting memories. We would highly recommend Nella for the best experience of Paris!Incredible Custom Tour with Nella
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DonπŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada
(About local )
24 February 2025
Giedre Izabele was knowledgeable, helpful and truly a pleasure on our tour of Paris. We would highly recommend her services!
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Leigh
(About local )
24 February 2025
Maxine provided our group of four with a lovely walking tour of the Marais. The tour included interesting facts and insights, yummy bakery items, coffee and chocolates. The pace was designed to our preference. Maxine was a pleasure.Architecture and food tour in one
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Yvette
(About local )
24 February 2025
Abi went above and beyond to accommodate our schedule and has been exceptionally patient the whole tour. She is knowledgeable and so fun to be with.Couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide.
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LauraπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
23 February 2025
Anukool is absolutely brilliant! My daughter and I LOVED him. He is beyond knowledgeable on Paris: Architecture, History, Fashion, Food! He has the most lovely personality and delivery. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute and was so happy he could accomodate our last minute changes.Anukool is a BRILLIANT tour guide
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jameshbrady
(About local )
23 February 2025
My gf and I engaged Iza for a walking foodie tour around Paris. She communicated clearly before our meet up. Iza has a friendly outgoing personality and we were pleased with our several hour tour around a number of top shops for various sweets, pastries, macaroons, coffee… would definitely recommend Iza as a local guide.Wonderful personality & knowledgable guide
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Yanis
(About local )
20 February 2025
Superb experience with Alexia! Varied addresses, each better than the last, anecdotes about each place... What more could you ask for? Thanks again Alexia for a great time :)Superb experience with Alexia!
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Erica
(About local )
18 February 2025
Abby was amazing. A great quick little tour packed with information and help getting around. She made us feel very comfortable.Merci
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emma
(About local )
18 February 2025
Alexia took our family on an incredible food tour. She really took the time to explain the food culture and history of the Strasbourg-St.Denis neighborhood; it was wonderful and I felt like we really got to learn so much about the city. She was also incredibly kind to our small kids, and flexible with them - we all had a great time and learned a lot. She also gave us wonderful food recommendations for us to explore during the rest of our stay. It was the highlight of our trip to Paris!The highlight of our trip to Paris!
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Ali
(About local )
16 February 2025
A wonderful experience in the Strasbourg Saint Denis district with Alexia and her boundless energy.A wonderful experience in the Strasbourg Saint Denis district
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Tabs
(About local )
15 February 2025
We had a flight cancelation and reached a day late. Nella was very understanding and rearranged the tour. My 10 year old was super tired with only an hour of sleep, yet Nella managed to engage him and showed us plenty in Montamarte to feel accomplished. Highly recommend. Fantastic
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JohnπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
15 February 2025
Livia was very knowledgeable and had great demeanor with our teenage kids. She helped us navigate the Louvre in a relaxed but thorough manner, making sure we had a good grasp of the museum’s highlights. Our kids had a great time and learned a lot, and so did we. Thanks Livia!Fantastic tour for families with kids
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Christian
(About local )
13 February 2025
Top Thanks for the discovery A great gift A great gift
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Grete
(About local )
6 February 2025
Maxime fait preuve de beaucoup d’enthousiasme! Il donne des explications avec beaucoup de passion et d’humour. N’hΓ©sitez pas Γ  le prendre comme guide!Guide sympa!
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birsim
(About local )
29 January 2025
I highly recommend tour with this sophisticated and polite lady. We felt like we were greeted by our long term friend 🀍Precious experience
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ChadπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
28 January 2025
It would be difficult not to connect with Giedre. You'll delight in her joy of Paris' many hidden spots. More than once on the tour, we ducked from the busy main road into a magical courtyard the hurried passers-by missed entirely. Some of them, seeing her, did the same. They always had an expression of wonder that said, "I never knew this was here!" All our cares were gone, as we knew we were in good hands. She was also adaptable, and keen to know what would work best for us.A guide who loves people and Paris!
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PatπŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada
(About local )
27 January 2025
We highly recommend a tour with Gierdre. Her knowledge of Paris culture made it such a special evening. Great food, wine experiences and most importantly the company. She was also very good with communication both beforehand in terms of customizing our experience and afterwards with follow up recommendations. What a great evening!
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Maurice
(About local )
24 January 2025
Our first experience of a Guru Walk and we were impressed. Thomas, our guide, was incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable and ensured we were looked after. I would recommend anyone visiting Paris to go on a tour with Thomas.Guided by Thomas
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Tacko
(About local )
23 January 2025
RΓ©servation pour mon partenaire et moi sur le thΓ¨me Strasbourg Saint-Denis. ExpΓ©rience incroyable avec la superbe Alexia qui nous a fait dΓ©couvrir plusieurs cuisines du monde entier. Elle ajoute une petite touche d’histoire avec les diffΓ©rents stops et les lieux emblΓ©matiques environnant. Mention spΓ©ciale Γ  la pide turc qu’on a mangΓ© et qui Γ©tait un pur dΓ©lice. Encore merci pour ce joli food tour 🌸ExpΓ©rience incroyable
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Kathleen
(About local )
22 January 2025
Andrea's tour was a great intro to Paris. We hit several of the highlights, and he also took us to some places we never would've known about. For example, since we're from Philadelphia, he took us to see Benjamin Franklin's Paris office. We moved quickly to maximize our time, but didn't feel rushed. We recommend Andrea!Knowledgeable with Sense of Humor
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CΓ©dric
(About local )
21 January 2025
Such a fun and lovely tour! Alexia has plenty of anecdotes to make the tour fun and delicious 😍 Fun and lovely tour!
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Christopher
(About local )
14 January 2025
My girlfriend and I joined Thomas for his Paris Night Escapades in the Old Town tour on a Friday night, and it was the perfect way to experience the magic of Paris after dark. What made this tour truly special was Thomas’s deep connection to Le Maraisβ€”he’s not just a guide; he’s a regular here, and it shows. Would recommend this to anyone !! Thank you Thomas !Thomas - Tour Guide in Paris
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Zaiood
(About local )
12 January 2025
Abi was very nice and very helpful with full of information and excited way of touring us and for sure is a nice person to deal with.Abi was very nice and very helpful
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Lisa
(About local )
12 January 2025
I had a lovely evening with Thomas and some walkers from Germany. Paris has a different vibe at night, so even if you have visited some of the major sights during the day, don’t discount seeing them again at night. Thomas has an easy way about him that makes it feel like you are out on the town with a friend. I recommend this tour!Thomas - Tour Guide in Paris
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prashant
(About local )
10 January 2025
It was an appropriately timed tour with Andrea walking the Boulevards, the charismatic operas, the glittering malls. He has a vast knowledge on the history of Paris, Social, Geo-political & other fields..including few family connections All the best for the future endeavors to Andrea Prashant Haldankar Magical knowledgeable paris night tour
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jenny
(About local )
5 January 2025
Izabele was great! The loves walking around this area and learning about its history, culture and people who have been there. Our kids really enjoyed it too! Highly recommend this tour and Izabele as your guide! Montmarte tour
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ROBERTO
(About local )
5 January 2025
Maxime had a perfect approach with our family, being flexible and versatile, extremely kind and gentle. Furthermore, the information and knowledge he brought, as well as the places he took us, were pitoresque, interesting and very edifying! (History of the city, of the neighborhood, of arts etc.). We will definitely seek Maxime for more experiences on our next visit to Paris.Truly interesting and fruitful
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Christina
(About local )
5 January 2025
I recommend!!! Thank you so much to Paris Food Tour for everything! ✨Thank you so much for everything!
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LenaπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
3 January 2025
We booked our Montmartre tour with Max on a rainy and gloomy winter day. Max was a great sport, led us through hidden alleys and passageways. We stopped to warm up in churches and coffee shop. The area is spectacular and it helped to have a knowledgeable guide to discover gems off the beaten path. Maxime is a history and art buff, and will gladly engage in philosophical and cultural discussions. Book him if these subjects resonate with you too. He sent us off with suggestions for further discoveries and restaurant recommendations. Brazing January rain in Montmartre

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