--- title: The Sweet Pastry With Locals PRIVATE Tour of Paris in Le Marais District lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/the-sweet-pastry-with-locals-private-tour-of-paris-in-le-marais-district/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 129 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.77 reviews: 57 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 62 of 88 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/the-sweet-pastry-with-locals-private-tour-of-paris-in-le-marais-district/ --- # The Sweet Pastry With Locals PRIVATE Tour of Paris in Le Marais District **Guidekin's take:** Explore pastry shops in Le Marais on a private tour for your party, with scope to adjust stops as you go. A guide and four tastings are listed as included, although the description promises six treats; extra tastings and drinks cost more. 4.77 from 57 reviews at €129 per person for 2h 30m. In our comparison: #62 of 88 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview French pastries are a delicious treat to the world and while in Paris, your taste buds will dance for more after just one bite! Your local foodie can take you to delicious pastry places in the beautiful district of Le Marais. Enjoy six tasty treats and give your time in Paris the sweet touch! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Exit outside of Saint-Paul metro station - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 19 start times: between 11:30 and 20:30 - Food not included: Additional tastings & drinks - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €129 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.77/5 from 57 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Withlocals - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, French - Start times: 19 start times between 11:30 and 20:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.77 from 57 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 54 of 57. - 5 stars: 52 (91%) - 4 stars: 2 (4%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (2%) - 1 star: 2 (4%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers enjoy the pastries and friendly guides; some feel the experience does not justify the cost **Praised:** - Varied pastries and sweets from local shops - Friendly guides who engage children and teenagers - Stories about pastry traditions and neighbourhood history - Flexible routes and a pace adjusted to the group - Useful tips on where to eat, shop and return after the tour **Complaints:** - Some feel the experience does not justify the cost - Some find the commentary too general, while others praise the pastry and neighbourhood history Written by Guidekin from the 56 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2018-07-06 to 2026-04-29); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Make on-the-spot changes to the tour - Visits to the best Parisian Pastry Shops - Local tips & recommendations - Trained local guide - 4 Tastings ## Not included - Additional tastings & drinks - Pick-up and drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Rue De Rivoli** (1h 10m) - Rue de Rivoli is one of the most famous streets in Paris, a commercial street whose shops include the most fashionable names in the world 2. **Place des Vosges** (1h) - The Place des Vosges is next on your list, originally Place Royale, is the oldest planned square in Paris 3. **Theatre des Nouveautes** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. 4. **La Rue des Rosiers** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. 5. **Maison Europeenne de la Photographie** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. 6. **Agoudas Hakehilos Synagogue** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. 7. **Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might a...** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 19 start times between 11:30 and 20:30 - 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 Exit outside of Saint-Paul metro station Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJqZB5CP5x5kcRQm4bW9XGHwo Ends: Close the experience with aromatic French coffee, in a typical French café ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking - Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €258 | €129 | | 4 | €340 | €85 | | 6 | €420 | €70 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Food Tours start at €20 per person. ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #62 of 88** | €129 | 2h 30m | 4.77 (57) | private | | [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 #62 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. 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