Avignon: Historic District Guided Food & Wine Walking Tour

Vaucluse Region, Marseille



Discover the old town of Avignon and sample local food in charming eateries along the way. Try regional specialties, including delicious tapenades, fougasses, traditional cakes, and wine.

Highlights

  • Savor tapenades, fougasse, traditional cakes, and wine
  • Enjoy a complete meal with drinks included across 4+ stops
  • Explore Avignon in a relaxed, intimate setting with a guided small group
  • Experience 3 hours of culinary delights, stories, and local culture
  • Discover Avignon's Old Town, bustling streets, and charming neighborhoods

Description

Explore the flavors of Avignon on a guided food tour through the city’s most authentic local spots. Over approximately 3-3.5 hours, enjoy a full meal experience with drinks included across 4+ delicious stops. Your English-speaking guide will share the stories, traditions, and rich Provençal culture behind each dish, while the small group setting ensures a relaxed and personal experience.

Begin your culinary journey with classic Provençal specialties such as fougasse or pissaladière, a flavorful onion tart, and a tasting of olive oil and tapenades, essential elements of southern French cuisine that highlight the region’s sun-soaked ingredients and Mediterranean character.

Continue your exploration through Avignon’s historic streets with a stop to enjoy a typical Provençal dish made with fresh, local ingredients, paired with regional wine. Depending on the time of day, you may also sample local cheeses, offering a delicious insight into the diversity and quality of the area’s artisanal products.

Finish your tour on a sweet note with homemade cake and traditional Provençal biscuits, celebrating the region’s love for simple yet flavorful desserts. This experience is a perfect combination of authentic flavors, local culture, and unforgettable culinary moments in the heart of Avignon.

Includes

English-speaking local guide

Enjoy the following possible tastings across 4+ stops: pissaladière, olive oil and tapenades, a typical Provençal dish, local cheeses, Provençal biscuits

Have a delicious insight into the diversity and quality of the area’s artisanal products

Water and alcoholic local beverages (wine or soft drinks)

Excludes

Any additional food or drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

  • Inform us of any possible allergies/dietary restrictions
  • This is a walking tour; there are stops, but there may be 10–15 minutes of continuous walking
  • Tastings may vary according to seasonality, availability and time of the day
  • Children below the age of 10 have a discounted price
  • Please, for other languages contact us before booking
  • Expect at least one serving per stop. Water, wine or non-alcoholic drinks included (one glass of wine)

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

You can enjoy a 3 to 3.5-hour tour sampling tapenades, fougasse, traditional cakes, and wine across 4 or more stops while exploring Avignon’s Old Town with a local guide.
The tour takes place in Avignon’s historic district, featuring its bustling streets and charming neighborhoods in Marseille’s surrounding area.
An English-speaking local guide leads the tour, sharing stories and cultural insights about Avignon and its cuisine.
Yes, the tour is designed for small groups to ensure a relaxed and intimate experience.
The tour lasts approximately 3 to 3.5 hours, including time for tasting and exploring.
Yes, drinks such as wine are included alongside food tastings at each stop.
It is recommended to book in advance to secure your spot, especially during peak tourist seasons.
You should check with the tour provider directly, but many tours aim to accommodate common dietary restrictions if informed in advance.
Tours typically run year-round; check the website for current availability and hours.
The tour starts at a central meeting point in Avignon’s Old Town; exact location details are provided upon booking.

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