--- title: Taste of Saint Germain Sweet & Savory lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/taste-of-saint-germain-sweet-savory/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 130 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.69 reviews: 39 duration_minutes: 180 duration_max_minutes: 210 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 27 of 35 (Small-Group Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/taste-of-saint-germain-sweet-savory/ --- # Taste of Saint Germain Sweet & Savory **Guidekin's take:** Taste chocolate, pastries, cured beef, cheeses and French wines while walking through Saint Germain des Prés. Guiding, food tastings and wine tasting are included; expect a moderate amount of walking and arrange your own arrival. 4.69 from 39 reviews at €130 per person for 3h–3h 30m. In our comparison: #27 of 35 in Small-Group Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Marked by History, elegance and French refinement, Saint Germain des Prés is also a formidable hotspot for foodies from all over the world. There, you will not only have a chance to taste exquisite chocolate and pastries but also some unique cured beef, fresh cheeses produced in the Alpes mountains and a selection of great French wines. Off the beaten path, you will never forget this authentic Parisian experience! Why you will love it: - Explore the iconic Left Bank, the soulful heart of Paris and a paradise for food lovers - Discover Saint-Germain-des-Prés, home to some of the world’s best chocolatiers and pastry shops - Enjoy 8 to 10 tasting stops, featuring cheese, wine, pastries, chocolate, and French specialties - Stroll through historic cobblestone streets, legendary cafés, and landmarks like Saint-Sulpice Church - Led by a passionate local foodie guide sharing history and Parisian food secrets - Small groups (max 10 guests) for an intimate, refined, insider experience ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your guide in front of the Louis… - Max 10 people: small group - Starts 10:30: one departure a day - Food included: Wine tasting, Food tasting - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €115: ages 3 to 13 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €130 per person - Duration: 3h–3h 30m - Rating: 4.69/5 from 39 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Original Food Tours - Group: Shared, up to 10 travellers - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.69 from 39 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 36 of 39. - 5 stars: 32 (82%) - 4 stars: 4 (10%) - 3 stars: 1 (3%) - 2 stars: 2 (5%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' food knowledge and varied tastings, but some find the portions too small. **Praised:** - Guides combine food knowledge with neighbourhood history and architecture - Varied tastings of pastries, chocolate, cheese and wine - Specialist food shops that reviewers want to revisit - Friendly guides and small groups that make conversation easy **Complaints:** - Small tasting portions leave some reviewers wanting more food - Some would prefer savoury food earlier rather than starting with sweets - Meeting point instructions can be confusing, especially which side of the church to wait on Written by Guidekin from the 39 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2018-03-14 to 2025-12-06); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Local guide - Wine tasting - Food tasting ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Saint Germain des Pres Quarter** - In front of the 5th century Saint-Germain des Prés Abbey, from the very beginning of the tour, you’ll feel in the shoes of a real Parisian. A few meters away from the legendary Café de Flore and Les Deux Magots, you’ll meet your passionate and cheerful tour guide, who will be... ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 10:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund. ## 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 - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Children must be accompany by an adult - May be operated by a multilingual guide - Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking - A moderate amount of walking is involved - Comfortable shoes and a raincoat are recommended Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Small-Group Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #27 of 35** | €130 | 3h–3h 30m | 4.69 (39) | shared, max 10 | | [Amazing Paris Segway Tour](/france/paris/tours/amazing-paris-segway-tour/?format=md) | €64 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (867) | shared | | [Paris Latin Quarter Guided Walking Tour Semi Private 12ppl Max](/france/paris/tours/paris-latin-quarter-guided-walking-tour-semi-private-12ppl-max/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (272) | shared | | [Paris Wine and Cheese Pairing Small-Group Experience](/france/paris/tours/paris-wine-and-cheese-pairing-small-group-experience/?format=md) | €62 | 1h 30m | 4.98 (140) | shared | Ranked #27 of 35 in Small-Group Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €204, median €129; typical length 2h 30m. 0 of 35 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/small-group-tours-paris/?format=md ## More in Paris - All Paris tours: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/taste-of-saint-germain-sweet-savory/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md