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Paris Guided Visit and Tasting in a Royal Wine Cellar

4.5 · 231 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 86% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by LES CAVES DU LOUVRE Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
1h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
9 start times between 11:30 and 17:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Walk through the wine cellars of the King of France while a sommelier explains French grapes and wine regions.

Three wine tastings and time for questions are included; the experience is adults only and food is excluded. 4.5 from 231 reviews at €36 per person for 1h.

In our comparison: #86 of 88 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

9 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Guided visit 5:30pmThe page priceGuided visit 5:30€36
Guided visit 5:00pmGuided visit 5:00pm€36
Guided visit 2:30pmGuided visit 2:30pm€36
Guided visit 2:00pmGuided visit 2:00pm€36
Guided visit 4:00pmGuided visit 4:00pm€36

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Learn about French grapes and French wine regions
  • Be guided by our sommelier and ask anything about wine
  • Stroll through the wine cellars of the King of France
  • Tasting of three wines selected by our sommelier
  • Food
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviews

4.5
231 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

86% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 199 of 231

Star breakdown of all 231 ratings

5 stars
169 · 73%
4 stars
30 · 13%
3 stars
19 · 8%
2 stars
5 · 2%
1 star
8 · 3%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and cellar setting; the main caveat is introductory wine content with limited tasting depth.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable, engaging guides who explain French wine regions and production
  • Atmospheric underground cellars with stories about the venue's history
  • Interactive aroma activities that help visitors explore their sense of smell
  • Wines that many guests enjoy sampling as they move through the cellar rooms

Complaints

  • Some wanted more tasting guidance and less introductory wine information
  • Rushed movement between cellar rooms left some wanting more time
  • Some found the pours small, while others described generous servings

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (19 October 2022 to 26 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Close to: Louvre-Rivoli Metro Station - Line 1 Les Halles Metro Station - Line A, B, D, 1, 4, 7, 11, 14 · Open in Google Maps
Departure
9 start times between 11:30 and 17:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
LES CAVES DU LOUVRE; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Visit a royal wine cellar in the heart of Paris: discover and learn about French wine in a fun and interactive experience !

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Minimum age is 18 years

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Age 6+ Minimum age is 18 years

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #86 of 88 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €20 to €250, median €99; typical length 2h 30m. 14 of 88 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 88 Food Tours

From €36 per adult · Guided visit 5:30pm