--- title: Saint-Germain The Original Chocolate Tasting Tour with Pastries and Macaron lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/saint-germain-the-original-chocolate-tasting-tour-with-pastries-and-macaron/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 99 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.73 reviews: 246 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 78 of 88 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/saint-germain-the-original-chocolate-tasting-tour-with-pastries-and-macaron/ --- # Saint-Germain The Original Chocolate Tasting Tour with Pastries and Macaron **Guidekin's take:** Walk between Saint-Germain chocolate and pastry shops, tasting macarons, pastries, caramels and chocolate along the way. A local guide and sweet tastings are included; transport to the meeting point and bottled water are extra, and the walk runs in all weather. 4.73 from 246 reviews at €99 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #78 of 88 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Chocolate walking tour of some of the best chocolatiers and pastry shops of Paris.This unique chocolate food tour explores the picturesque area of Saint Germain, a place well known for its world class chocolatiers. From the famous macaron to the most typical french pastry, this tour is the opportunity to enjoy sweet tastings that you never tried before. Why you will love it : - Thousands of 5-star reviews from chocolate lovers around the world - 8-10 tasting stops - The most authentic and well-reviewed chocolate tour in Paris Led by a fun and honest local expert who knows Saint-Germain inside out - Maximum 10 guests per tour for a VIP-feel, small-group experience - Perfect for foodies, couples, families, and curious travelers You will be trying : - Macarons from top Parisian pastry chefs - Handcrafted chocolates from award-winning chocolatiers - Salted caramels, buttery pastries, more surprises - Afternoon tea or gourmet hot chocolate - Exclusive treats you won’t find elsewhere ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your guide in front of the Louis… - Max 10 people: small group - Starts 10:30, 14:30: 2 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €90: ages 3 to 13 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €99 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.73/5 from 246 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Original Food Tours - Group: Shared, up to 10 travellers - Guide languages: English, French - Start times: 10:30, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.73 from 246 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 230 of 246. - 5 stars: 214 (87%) - 4 stars: 16 (7%) - 3 stars: 5 (2%) - 2 stars: 4 (2%) - 1 star: 7 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the sweets and local history; some find the tasting stops too sparse. **Praised:** - Varied tastings of chocolates, pastries and other sweets - Local history woven into explanations of food and shops - Olive oil, vinegar and jam tastings add variety beyond chocolate - Patient, friendly guides who keep children involved - Useful recommendations for restaurants to visit afterwards **Complaints:** - Some enjoy plentiful tastings, while others report too few food stops - A long wait before the first tasting - Confusion finding the guide at the meeting point Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-06-24 to 2026-09-07); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Macarons, Pastries, Caramels, Afternoon Tea/ Chocolate, Some of France Finest Chocolate & few amazing surprises - Local guide ## Not included - Gratuities - Transportation to/from meeting point - Bottled water ## Itinerary 1. **Place Saint Germain Des Pres** (15m) - Your tour will take place on and around this square, heart of the legendary Saint-Germain-des-Prés district 2. **Eglise Saint-Germain-des-Pres** (15m) - You start will start front ot it ! 3. **Pass by this legendary cafes were most of the 20th century intellectuals once...** (pass by, no stop) - Pass by this legendary cafes were most of the 20th century intellectuals once came ! 4. **Debauve et Gallais** (15m) - You will visit and try specialities from the "chocolatier of the Kings" 5. **Enjoy a macaron and hot drink at the "Picasso's of flavors"** (30m) 6. **Boulevard Saint-Germain** (30m) - Walk along this bustling street, true artery of the neighborhood and find on the way fantastic local chocolate and pastries artisans 7. **Saint-Germain-des-Pres** (45m) - Discover and taste many other suprises along the old streets of Saint-Germain with the hindsights stories of your local food experts.. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:30, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet your guide in front of the Louis Vuitton store entrance / next to the large building gate (note there are two entrances! The meeting point is opposite the main entrance of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church, on the other side of the street). Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJV858gNdx5kcRQA8DKwLcN_Y Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - May be operated by a multi-lingual guide ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #78 of 88** | €99 | 3h | 4.73 (246) | shared, max 10 | | [French Wine, Champagne And Cheese Tasting Paris SECRET WINE DOOR](/france/paris/tours/french-wine-champagne-and-cheese-tasting-paris-secret-wine-door/?format=md) | €89 | 2h | 4.99 (494) | shared | | [Paris Cooking Class and Lunch with Wine plus Market Visit Option](/france/paris/tours/paris-cooking-class-and-lunch-with-wine-plus-market-visit-option/?format=md) | €199 | 6h | 4.96 (1158) | shared | | [Paris Cooking Class: Learn How to Make Macarons](/france/paris/tours/paris-cooking-class-learn-how-to-make-macarons/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.97 (687) | shared | Ranked #78 of 88 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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