Family Food Tour in Saint-Germain-des-Prés | Paris with Kids

Not all food tours work for families—but ours does. We’ve spent years perfecting an experience that satisfies curious kids AND foodie parents.

We know children aren’t miniature food critics. Every stop features tastings chosen because kids genuinely love them:

• –Colorful macarons with crisp shells and soft, chewy centers in fun flavors
• -Gooey salted butter caramel that feels like a little bite of heaven
• -Smooth, high-quality chocolate that melts in the mouth (parents can try darker varieties)
• -Light, cloud-like meringues cakes covered in whipped cream and chocolate shavings
• -Warm, cheesy puff that are basically the French cousin of a bite-size cheese puff
• -Delicate south of France specialties with almond and candied fruit that are sweet without being overwhelming
• -Plus a few extra surprises along the way, depending on the day and the shops we visit

Every tasting has been tested with real families. We skip intimidating dishes and focus on treats that introduce French cuisine in an accessible, playful and delicious way for kids.

This isn’t a lecture—it’s an adventure. Your guide transforms each stop into an engaging story:

• Bakery secrets: Why do French baguettes have those special slashes? Kids get to guess!
• Chocolate detective work: Can your children identify vanilla, caramel, or hazelnut flavors?
• Cheese texture game: Soft, hard, or in-between? Little hands get to (gently) touch and taste

Our tour founders are parents themselves. Every detail considers real family needs:

• Bathroom breaks planned into the route
• Stroller-accessible paths most of the time
• Flexible pacing if someone needs a moment
• Weather backup plans (most stops can be indoors)

We’ve thought of everything so you can simply enjoy the experience.

Your Saint Germain pastry tour isn’t just about food, it’s also about experiencing one of Paris’s most beautiful neighborhood.

As you walk between shops, you’ll also learn about the neighborhood itself. First, you’ll pass the Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church,the oldest church in Paris! Next, your guide shares fun stories about how this church is over 1,500 years old in a way that makes history feel exciting instead of boring.

Then, as you stroll down Boulevard Saint-Germain, you’ll see beautiful cream-colored buildings with fancy iron balconies. These buildings are what make Paris look like Paris! After that, your guide shows you hidden courtyards and secret passages, which makes kids feel like real Paris detectives.

Along the way, you’ll also pass famous cafés, like les deux magots ou le café de Flore where writers used to work. Finally, your guide knows the best photo spots, so you’ll go home with pictures that show the real Paris—not just tourist places.

What makes our tour unforgettable? The stories! Your guide shares exciting tales that kids actually want to hear—not boring history lessons.

First, children discover the legend of Saint Germain himself and why this whole neighborhood has his name. The story has enough drama to keep even six-year-olds hooked! Then, you’ll learn the real story of the birth of croissant involving Austrian bakers against a Turkish army !

Next, hear about how chocolate came to France through Spanish princesses and royal drama. Plus, kids love the medieval baker secrets—especially why bakers had to stamp special symbols on their bread to prove they were honest.

But here’s the best part: you’ll also meet the stories behind the actual chefs and food makers in the neighborhood today. For example, discover why a young chocolatier from Lyon decided to open his shop on this exact street corner, or hear about the fourth-generation baker whose great-grandmother started making croissants in this same location over 100 years ago.

These aren’t just facts to memorize. Instead, they’re real stories about real people that help kids understand how food connects to history, culture, and community—in ways they’ll remember long after the tour ends.

This is our #1 question from parents. Here’s our approach:

No Pressure Philosophy:

• We NEVER force children to try anything
• Alternative options at every stop
• Our guides use gentle encouragement :  The items become more desirable when their stories are told

Success Stories:

• 90% of “picky eaters” try at least 3 new foods
• The group dynamic helps, guide and parents eating trigger gregarious behaviour
• Small portions reduce intimidation

Safety Net: If your child refuses everything (rare, but it happens), our guides always have:

• Plain bread
• Water
• Patience and understanding

Your guide will be holding a meeting sign “Paris And Beyond Tours”. For any assistance and inquiry, please call/text our team at +33 6 33 86 03 14 or email [email protected].

Address
Fontaine Saint-Sulpice, 76 Rue Bonaparte, 75006 Paris. (In front of the Fountain at Place Saint-Sulpice).