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A Parisian Picnic: A Self-Guided Audio tour in the Marais

New To The Site! Paris, France

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60 to 75 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Sample the flavors of Paris on a cultural culinary stroll through Marais. Explore at your own pace with this affordable self-guided walking tour.

• Learn the secrets of a perfect croissant, a few easy ways to tell one cheese from another, and find out how to interpret a French wine label
• Hear from producer, Andrés Medrano, one of Context Travel's local expert tour guides
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Food and drink - you'll need to buy your own items for the picnic
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Paris
France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Place des Vosges
75004 Paris, France

This self-guided audio tour ends in Place des Vosges.

What To Expect

Le Marais (Pass By)

Let Andrés Medrano, a cheese geek, ex-chef, and cork dork – or sommelier, if you prefer – guide you on this self-guided gourmet audio tour of the historic Le Marais neighborhood. You’ll visit independently owned shops and purveyors who procure traditional, handmade goods.
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Tout Autour du Pain (Pass By)

You'll have an opportunity to visit Tout Autour du Pain, where you‘ll learn to identify a perfect baguette from its aroma, texture, and even the sound it makes when tapped.
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Jacques Genin (Pass By)

You'll have an opportunity to visit Jacques Genin, a chocolatier specializing in exotic flavored chocolate, pates de fruits, caramels, and ganache.
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Mairie de Paris Centre (Pass By)

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll pass by the Mairie de Paris Centre.
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Square du Temple - Elie-Wiesel (Pass By)

You'll stroll through Square du Temple on your way to pick up everything you need for a wonderful picnic.
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Marche Couvert des Enfants Rouges (Pass By)

You'll have an opportunity to visit Marché des Enfants Rouges, a popular shopping spot since the 1600s.
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Fromagerie Jouannault (Pass By)

You'll have an opportunity to visit Fromagerie Jouannault, the cheese shop run by a father-daughter team where you‘ll hear about how the different seasons impact cheese.
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Caractère de Cochon (Pass By)

You'll have an opportunity to visit Caractère de Cochon, the only shop in Paris devoted exclusively to ham.
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Maison Verot (Pass By)

You'll have an opportunity to visit Maison Verot, where you can purchase charcuterie from a third-generation shop.
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Pierre Herme (Pass By)

You'll have an opportunity to visit Pierre Hermé, where you can pick up a box or two of delectable macarons.
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Cave Arthus et Jean - Caviste/Dégustation - Paris 3ème Marais (Pass By)

You'll have an opportunity to visit Cave Arthus et Jean, a wine store owned and operated by two childhood friends.
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Place des Vosges (Pass By)

There’s bread, pastries, cheese, charcuterie, chocolate, wine – everything you need for a Parisian picnic, including a perfect place to enjoy one at the end of our walk: Place des Vosges, the first planned square in Paris and the template for public squares across the continent.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.App for Android and iOS.Lifetime access to this tour in English. The following is NOT included: Smartphone and headphones.Food and drink - you'll need to buy your own items for the picnic.Transportation. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Food and drink - you'll need to buy your own items for the picnic
  • Transportation

Additional Info

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