Foodie Tour Aix-en-Provence: 10 Tastings with Local Expert

Chocolate, macarons, calissons and nougat from the shops locals actually visit

A 2-hour guided tasting tour through Aix-en-Provence hitting ten regional specialties: gourmet chocolates from Puyricard, macarons from Caroline's, madeleines from Christophe's, calissons from Leonard Parli, nougat from Maison du Nougat, and a plate of three cured meats and three local cheeses with wine. Your guide is a local expert who steers you past tourist traps and explains the story behind each item. The tour accommodates allergies (gluten-free, dairy-free and other dietary needs) when you mention them at booking.

The experience

You start with chocolate from Puyricard, the famous local maker, then move through the city hitting the specific shops where each tasting comes from. Macarons from Caroline's, madeleines from Christophe's, the geometric almond candy called calissons from Leonard Parli, and nougat from Maison du Nougat. Each stop is a real place, not a tourist version of it. The guide gives you background on what you're tasting and why each one matters to Aix.

The tour ends with a plate of three regional cured meats and three local cheeses, paired with a glass of wine. That combination (the charcuterie, the cheese, the wine) is the one inclusion that anchors the whole experience and makes it feel complete rather than like a series of quick bites. You'll also get recommendations for restaurants in the city, the kind a local actually eats at.

The guide speaks English or French, and the route stays on accessible streets and surfaces. If you have allergies (gluten, dairy or anything else), tell the operator when you book and the tastings adjust to fit what you can eat.

What’s included

• Tasting of ten regional specialties including gourmet chocolates, macarons, madeleines, calissons, nougat, three cured meats, three local cheeses and a glass of wine.
• guidance from a local expert who explains the story behind each item and recommends restaurants in the city.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SaturdayDeparts at 18:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Edouard PAUL-CAVALLIER (Ted Aix Tours)

Is this one for you?The tour meets in central Aix-en-Provence on foot, so you don't need a car or a ride arranged separately. If you're staying in the city or can reach the meeting point by public transport, you're set for the full two hours.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

What exactly do I taste on this tour?

The tour includes ten tastings: gourmet chocolates from Puyricard; macarons from Caroline's; madeleines from Christophe's; calissons from Leonard Parli; nougat from Maison du Nougat; and a plate with three cured meats, three local cheeses and a glass of wine. Each one is a regional specialty, not a generic snack.

Can I do this tour if I have a food allergy?

Yes. Tell the operator about any allergies (gluten-free, dairy-free or other dietary needs) when you book, and the tastings are adjusted so you can participate fully without skipping items.

Where does the tour start and how do I get there?

The tour operates in central Aix-en-Provence and starts at a meeting point in the city. Public transportation options are available nearby, and all the streets and surfaces you walk are wheelchair accessible.

Is there a minimum age for this tour?

Yes, you must be at least 18 years old. The tour includes wine tasting, which is why the age requirement is in place.