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Toulon Culinary and History Walking Food Tour - english speakers

By Explore Toulon
The previous price was RM 442 and current price is RM 397 per adult
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Overview

Explore the rich culinary history of Toulon on a guided walking food tour that showcases the flavors and traditions of this vibrant city. Wander through the charming Old Town, indulging in tastings of local specialties like street food, artisanal biscuits, and savory Provençal delights. Immerse yourself in Toulon’s fascinating culinary past, from its fishing heritage and olive oil traditions to meals from the penal colony era. Engage with local artisans and shop owners, gaining insider knowledge and surprising anecdotes that bring the city's food culture to life. Perfect for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

  • Guided walking tour through the historic Old Town of Toulon
  • Taste local specialties including street food, cheeses, and desserts
  • Learn about Toulon’s and Provence's culinary history and traditions from a local expert
  • Meet passionate artisans and discover their unique culinary stories

Activity location

  • Les Halles de Toulon - Biltoki
    • 28 Place Vincent Raspail
    • 83000, Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Place des Halles / Place Vincent Raspail
    • 2 Rue Jean Aicard
    • 83000, Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

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Toulon Culinary and History Walking Food Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00
Price details
RM 441.62
RM 397.46 x 1 AdultRM 397.46
Total
The previous price was RM 441.62 and current price is RM 397.46
20% off

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    The tour includes a tasting of various starters at the fishmonger’s, several Provençal cheeses, Toulon street food, and handmade biscuits.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Bottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Soda/Pop

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Les Halles de Toulon - Biltoki

  • 35m
Begin your tour at Les Halles, Toulon’s vibrant culinary hub, named in honor of Esther Poggio, a WWII resistance fighter and market vendor. Wander through this charming square of olive and orange trees, uncover the history of the botanical gardens and the Jardin du Roy (the Sun King's garden), and savor local specialties at the fishmonger’s.

Cours Lafayette

  • 30m
Next, we’ll stroll along Cours Lafayette Market, Toulon’s most famous and colorful market. We’ll make a stop at the cheese shop to discover Provençal cheeses, and you’ll get to taste the local street food, a finger food of Italian origin that brings back childhood memories for every Toulonnais.

Place de la Poissonnerie

  • 35m
Discover the city’s history through its gastronomy. Together, we’ll explore the growth of the market and the fishing industry, the production of olive oil, and its various uses throughout history.

La Balagne

  • 10m
Not everyone knows, but Toulon once hosted the largest penal colony in the kingdom of France. Discover this history through the food of the convicts. Life was extremely harsh, but some held privileged positions...like the prison cooks !

Toulon arsenal

  • 10m
Today, Toulon is France’s leading military port. You’ll learn how meals are prepared on board the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle - the only aircraft carrier in the world with a baker making fresh bread on board.

Place Vatel

  • 10m
Discover the story of a fascinating figure in French culinary history. A renowned chef under the reign of Louis XIV, he faced a tragic fate. But through his story, he reveals the special place of gastronomy in the hearts of the French.

Place de l'Equerre

  • 15m
We’ll stop at this charming, lively, and colorful square to discover an old Provençal tradition: the thirteen desserts served at Christmas. This stop will also be the perfect opportunity to taste handmade Provençal biscuits prepared in one of the city's biscuit shop .

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Les Halles de Toulon - Biltoki
    • 28 Place Vincent Raspail
    • 83000, Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Place des Halles / Place Vincent Raspail
    • 2 Rue Jean Aicard
    • 83000, Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

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