Exclusive Les Halles Paul Bocuse Morning Food Market Discovery Tour
Exclusive Les Halles Paul Bocuse Morning Food Market Discovery Tour
Private Market Tour in Les Halles Paul Bocuse
Embark on a private 3-hour food tour in Lyon's Les Halles Paul Bocuse, renowned for its high-quality artisans. Dive into the heart of French gastronomy with tastings that include Lyon's specialties, exquisite cheeses, and fine wines, all selected with our steadfast commitment to quality. Les Halles has been a culinary centerpiece since 1859, offering a unique atmosphere and a chance to indulge in the flavors that define French meals. Discover the stories of "Les mères lyonnaises", the pioneering women behind Lyon's culinary fame, and interact directly with local merchants. Experience the genuine Lyonnais lifestyle, enjoying oysters and wine among friends in a place that's not just for shopping, but for savoring life. Your tour also features noteworthy sights such as the Paul Bocuse fresco and promises delightful surprises including chocolates and pastries. Available Monday to Sunday, this tour requires at least 2 participants and offers flexible departure times and hotel pickup options.
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Dive into the heart of French culinary excellence with our Private Market Tour in Les Halles Paul Bocuse. Spend an unforgettable 3 hours exploring Lyon's gastronomic wonders alongside top-notch artisans, all selected for their uncompromising quality. This exclusive journey not only promises a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Lyon's culinary scene but also offers you a chance to indulge in various tastings, embodying the essence of a quintessential French meal.
From the traditional Lyonnaises Specialties to an exquisite Cheese and Wine tasting session, our private tour is your gateway to the flavors that define the celebrated French meal. Les Halles Paul Bocuse stands as a pivotal shopping and dining hub in Lyon, having evolved from its original location in the Cordeliers area to its current prestigious positioning near Part Dieu. Known as the epitome of gourmet excellence, it's a place where global visitors converge to savor the offerings of the French capital of gastronomy.
Immerse yourself in the stories of 'Les mères Lyonnaises' - the legendary women who shaped Lyon's culinary identity, including La Mère Richard and La Mère Brazier, among others. This tour is not just about tasting; it's about engaging with the vibrant market life, interacting directly with merchants, and experiencing the freshness and color of the finest fish stalls, oysters, fruits, and vegetables.
Les Halles Paul Bocuse is more than a market; it's a locale for genuine joy and conviviality, a favorite weekend destination for the locals to enjoy wine and oysters among friends. Seize this opportunity to be inspired by the unique atmosphere and communal spirit.
Key attractions include the iconic Paul Bocuse fresco and a visit to the temple of French gastronomy, Halles Paul Bocuse. Your taste buds will be treated to an array of delights, from wine and cheese to Lyon's specialties, chocolate, pastries, and several wonderful surprises.
This adventure requires a minimum of two participants and offers flexible departure times to accommodate your schedule. Hotel pickup can be arranged, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Available every day of the week and lasting for 3 enriching hours, this tour invites you to immerse yourself in the heart of Lyon's culinary excellence.
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Private Market Tour in Les Halles Paul Bocuse
A 3 hours private food tour with some of the best artisans you can find in Lyon. By choosing our private adventure you will explore an area of Lyon and try several tastings with always the same rule: QUALITY.
Get immersed into the best place to shop in Lyon: from Lyonnaises Specialties to Cheese and Wine tasting, you will have the opportunity to try some of the dishes that compose the typical french meal!
Originally localized in the Cordeliers area, since 1859, but finally moved close to the Part Dieu area in the beginning of the 70s, this market is today considered as the place to be for gourmets. Here people from all over the world come to discover some of the institutions, to try the food of the french capital of gastronomy, and to feel a very typical atmosphere.
With this tour, we offer you to learn more about the History: have you ever heard about the story of Les meres lyonnaises? The women who created the food identity that the City of Lyon is so proud nowadays: La Mere Richard, La Mere Brazier, or La Mere Vitte.
By joining our adventure you will only find fresh fish stalls, oysters, fruits and vegetables plenty of colors, and you will have the opportunity to share directly with the merchants.
Les Halles Paul Bocuse is a place for shopping, but first of all a place to have a good time. For the Lyonnais its something common to come there on the weekend, and to have a glass of wine with oysters with friends.
So come with us and get inspired by this ATMOSPHERE.
Places of interest:
- Paul Bocuse fresco
- Temple of the french gastronomie: Halles Paul Bocuse
You will be trying:
- Wine
- Cheese
- Lyon's specialties
- Chocolate
- Pastries
- & few amazing surprises
A minimum of 2 people required
Departure time depending your schedule.
Pick up hotel can be arranged.
Monday to Sunday
3 Hours
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Private Market Tour in Les Halles Paul Bocuse
- 3 hours private food tour with some of the best artisans in Lyon
- Opportunity to try Lyonnaises Specialties, Cheese and Wine tasting among other typical French meal dishes
- Learn about the history of Les mères lyonnaises
- Direct interaction with merchants
- Visits to places of interest including Paul Bocuse fresco and Halles Paul Bocuse
- Wine, Cheese, Lyon specialties, Chocolate, Pastries tastings, and few amazing surprises
- A minimum of 2 people required
- Flexible departure time
- Hotel pick-up can be arranged
- Available Monday to Sunday
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Bottled water
- Local and passionate food guide
- Food tastings
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Important Notes
Private Market Tour in Les Halles Paul Bocuse
- Duration: 3 hours
- Experience food with top artisans in Lyon
- Focus on quality, trying several tastings
- Explore dishes of a typical French meal
- Discover the market's rich history and the story of Les mères lyonnaises
- Includes fresh fish stalls, oysters, fruits, vegetables, and direct merchant interaction
- A place for shopping and enjoying good times, especially on weekends
- Includes visits to Paul Bocuse fresco and the temple of French gastronomy: Halles Paul Bocuse
- Tastings include wine, cheese, Lyon's specialties, chocolate, pastries, and more surprises
- A minimum of 2 people required
- Departure times are flexible
- Hotel pickup can be arranged
- Available Monday to Sunday
Important Notes:
- Confirmation within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible, including transportation and surfaces
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- You can present a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity