Marseille Guided Food Tour with 10 Locals Favorites Tastings
Discover the sun-drenched flavors and millennial history of Marseille, the oldest city in France, on this immersive walking food tour. The adventure begins in the city's beating heart, near the historic port. Explore the city's streets, stopping at local eateries and artisan shops to uncover Marseille's unique culinary scene, from savory street food to Provençal sweets and fine regional wines. Along the way, admire iconic landmarks and learn the history behind the city's famous dishes.
What you'll see & do
- ✓Your guide will greet you and introduce you to Marseille's 2,600-year history as France’s oldest city, founded by the Greeks, and set the scene at the city's lifeblood, the Vieux-Port.
- ✓Taste the classic street food Panisse from L'Estaque, crispy fries made from chickpea flour, served with traditional Provençal sauces like Aioli or Rouille.
- ✓Dive into Marseille's "Must try”: Tapenade (olive paste), Pastis (the quintessential anise-flavored apéritif), and our famous secret dish.
- ✓Join a local sommelier for a superb tasting of Provençal wines (primarily rosé, but also red and white) perfectly paired with local cheeses.
- ✓Stop to admire the elegant, Art Deco facade of the Opéra de Marseille, a symbol of the city's ability to rebuild after the great fire of 1919.
- ✓Choose between the creamy Tarte Tropézienne or the Calisson, the diamond-shaped candy from Aix-en-Provence, and learn its royal legend.
- ✓Savor half a Croque Monsieur, the simple and perfect French bistro sandwich, and hear the story behind its "crunch gentleman" name.
- ✓Visit Le Four des Navettes, operating since 1781, and taste the Navette, a boat-shaped, orange blossom biscuit tied to the city's religious tradition and the feast of La Chandeleur.
- ✓Conclude the tour at the spectacular viewpoint near the Abbaye Saint-Victor. Your guide will point out the two imposing strongholds, Fort Saint-Jean and Fort Saint-Nicolas, and the colorful Le Panier district.
What's included
- ✓Water
- ✓Tasting of our secret dish!
- ✓Tasting of Tapenade and Pastis
- ✓One Navette (orange blossom biscuit)
- ✓Tasting of Panisse with Aioli or Rouille
- ✓½ Croque Monsieur (classic French bistro sandwich)
- ✓Guided walking tour of historical and culinary sites
- ✓Tasting of three artisanal chocolates
- ✓One Provençal sweet of your choice
- ✓Pairing of local cheeses and Provençal wines (Red and White)
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Marseille Guided Food Tour with 10 Locals Favorites Tastings
Discover the sun-drenched flavors and millennial history of Marseille, the oldest city in France, on this immersive walking food tour. The adventure begins in the city's beating heart, near the historic port. Explore the city's streets, stopping at local eateries and artisan shops to uncover Marseille's unique culinary scene, from savory street food to Provençal sweets and fine regional wines. Along the way, admire iconic landmarks and learn the history behind the city's famous dishes.
What you'll see & do
- ✓Your guide will greet you and introduce you to Marseille's 2,600-year history as France’s oldest city, founded by the Greeks, and set the scene at the city's lifeblood, the Vieux-Port.
- ✓Taste the classic street food Panisse from L'Estaque, crispy fries made from chickpea flour, served with traditional Provençal sauces like Aioli or Rouille.
- ✓Dive into Marseille's "Must try”: Tapenade (olive paste), Pastis (the quintessential anise-flavored apéritif), and our famous secret dish.
- ✓Join a local sommelier for a superb tasting of Provençal wines (primarily rosé, but also red and white) perfectly paired with local cheeses.
- ✓Stop to admire the elegant, Art Deco facade of the Opéra de Marseille, a symbol of the city's ability to rebuild after the great fire of 1919.
- ✓Choose between the creamy Tarte Tropézienne or the Calisson, the diamond-shaped candy from Aix-en-Provence, and learn its royal legend.
- ✓Savor half a Croque Monsieur, the simple and perfect French bistro sandwich, and hear the story behind its "crunch gentleman" name.
- ✓Visit Le Four des Navettes, operating since 1781, and taste the Navette, a boat-shaped, orange blossom biscuit tied to the city's religious tradition and the feast of La Chandeleur.
- ✓Conclude the tour at the spectacular viewpoint near the Abbaye Saint-Victor. Your guide will point out the two imposing strongholds, Fort Saint-Jean and Fort Saint-Nicolas, and the colorful Le Panier district.
What's included
- ✓Water
- ✓Tasting of our secret dish!
- ✓Tasting of Tapenade and Pastis
- ✓One Navette (orange blossom biscuit)
- ✓Tasting of Panisse with Aioli or Rouille
- ✓½ Croque Monsieur (classic French bistro sandwich)
- ✓Guided walking tour of historical and culinary sites
- ✓Tasting of three artisanal chocolates
- ✓One Provençal sweet of your choice
- ✓Pairing of local cheeses and Provençal wines (Red and White)
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.