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 loca...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
The tour includes a tasting of various starters at the fishmonger’s, several Provençal cheeses, Toulon street food, and handmade biscuits.
Bottled water
Soda/Pop
Meeting Points
Departure
Place des Halles / Place Vincent Raspail
Next to the olive tree fountain and the "café Raspail".
Return
Place de l'Equerre
Toulon Culinary and History Walking Food Tour - english speakers
About
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 loca...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
The tour includes a tasting of various starters at the fishmonger’s, several Provençal cheeses, Toulon street food, and handmade biscuits.
Bottled water
Soda/Pop
Meeting Points
Departure
Place des Halles / Place Vincent Raspail
Next to the olive tree fountain and the "café Raspail".
Return
Place de l'Equerre
Itinerary
1
Les Halles de Toulon - Biltoki
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.
35 minutes
2
Cours Lafayette
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.
30 minutes
3
Place de la Poissonnerie
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.
35 minutes
4
La Balagne
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 !
10 minutes
5
Toulon arsenal
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.
10 minutes
6
Place Vatel
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.
10 minutes
7
Place de l'Equerre
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 .
