Pastry Tour of Le Marais in Paris, Paris

Eating pastries and enjoying art is synonymous with French culture, and you'll get to do plenty of both while in Paris! Start your morning with a tour of the beloved Le Marais neighborhood with a local guide (a neighborhood resident, in fact). Le Marais has played an important part in French history since the 13th century, prompting the construction of several beautiful religious buildings and the epicenter of the Parisian Jewish community. Today, former working-class factories have transformed into chic shops, cafes, and restaurants, naming Le Marais a trendy and foodie-centric district. 

With the help of your local guide, you'll explore the secret cafes and taste the best-baked goods in the city. Spend time wandering the picturesque streets, stopping to sample all the French goodies, including crépes, crème brûlée, pain au chocolat, espresso, hand-made chocolates, macarons, and more.

After getting your fair share of tasty treats, visit the city's oldest food market, the Marché des Enfants Rouges. Then, with your local friend there to support you, try your hand at haggling for your favorite treat. It's not as scary as it looks and is all part of the authentic Parisian pastry experience.

As you walk through beautiful Le Marais and sink your teeth into the city's best treats, enjoying learning about world-famous pastry chefs, including Poîlane, Jean-Paul Hévin, Jacques Genin, Pierre Hermé, and others. 

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