Food Tour in Aix-en-Provence – A Taste of Real Provence

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Food Tour in Aix-en-Provence – A Taste of Real Provence

Discover Aix-en-Provence like a true local on this immersive food tour. Durring this gourmet walking tour, you stroll through markets and hidden gourmet shops, taste the very best local specialties along the way and experimente a warm, friendly tour that make you fall in love with Provençal cuisine.

Duration : 3h

  • A deep dive into Provençal food culture and heritage
  • The real Aix: local addresses, passionate artisans, and off-the-beaten-path spots
  • A generous gourmet experience with a wide variety of tastings
  • The perfect balance between traditional Provençal recipes and exciting new local gems
  • A behind-the-scenes immersion led by a passionate local guide and talented producers

On the programme

Just before lunchtime, set off on a gourmet walking tour through Aix-en-Provence, discovering local producers, market gems, and countless culinary delights along the way.

The food tour begins with a sweet bite, the perfect way to wrap up the morning on a sugary note, before diving into a series of savory tastings.

One of the highlights is a visit to the Provençal market at Place Richelme, where you’ll meet the artisans behind these authentic flavors.Depending on the season and market offerings, you may taste cheeses, tapenade, honey, truffles, and other regional specialties. Each tour is slightly different, shaped by what’s fresh and available that day.

As you wander through the city, several tasting stops are planned, including a seated gourmet break with a drink included, in a hidden local spot in the heart of Aix-en-Provence. The experience ends on a sweet note, with desserts and treats from some of the city’s best gourmet addresses.

Throughout the tour, visits to local producers offer insight into their craftsmanship, traditions, and passion for quality products.

A friendly, immersive food tour full of surprises, local stories, and encounters, inviting you to savor Aix-en-Provence at your own pace through its culinary treasures.

Sample tastings:Biscuits, tapenade, anchoïade, truffles, pan bagnat, calissons, artisanal ice cream.

Pro tip:Come hungry — you’ll need all the room you can get.


Good to know

Included in the offer
  • More than 10 tasting stops at carefully selected sweet and savory food shops
  • One seated break with a drink included (coffee, tea, or soft drink)
  • One bottle of water per person
  • Insights into local heritage, Provençal traditions, and Aix’s gastronomy, in French and/or English
Not included in the offer
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Tastings or visits outside the planned itinerary
  • Any personal purchases made during the tour
To take with you
  • Comfortable walking shoes, as the tour is entirely on foot
  • A good mood
  • A small tip: come hungry!
Other info
  • This guided food tour follows a fixed itinerary and duration. 
  • Any modification, such as replacing the non-alcoholic drink stop with an alcoholic tasting (for example, a glass of wine), is not included in the standard experience.
  • Guests are asked to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts. Late arrival may result in a no-show.
  • To ensure the best possible experience, it is essential to inform the guide in advance of any dietary preferences, intolerances, or allergies.
  • Except in exceptional cases, the tour is not open to guests accompanied by a dog (except for certified guide dogs for visually impaired guests).
Important information
  • For any dietary preferences, intolerances, or allergies, please contact the guide in advance. Adaptations are always possible, though in rare cases they may involve an additional cost.
  • Please note: this food tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Spoken languages English, French
Starting from
-8% 60,00 €
PVC : 65,00 €

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Activity location

Address

Thomas en Provence – Food Tours & Market Walks in Aix-en-Provence

Office de Tourisme d'Aix-en-Provence, Avenue Giuseppe Verdi, Aix-en-Provence, France


Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point with a green backpack.


Parking

City center parking: we recommend using La Rotonde parking or Parking Mignet.


Transport

The meeting point is less than a 10-minute walk from Aix-en-Provence train station or bus station.


Activity provider : Thomas en Provence


Official website

Partner of local tourist offices

Best Prices

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