"An Aix-quisite tasting experience"

Morning Market and Food Tasting Tour of Aix-en-Provence

Meet the family vendors, go to the best sweetest spots in town, try everything your taste buds could ever ask for. discover Aix's delicacies with a fun and friendly guide.

✓ Small Groups (Limited Spaces)
✓ Expert English-speaking Guide
✓ Perfect for families, couples & solo-travelers
✓ Free cancellation up to 48 hours before

90 Minute Tour

Small group pace and
suitable to all ages.

Small Groups

2-6 people maximum

Local Guide

Happy intrepid travellers
with memories for a lifetime

Gourmet Food & Market Tour

Aix-en-Provence food markets, fresh produce, olives, cheeses, pastries, local producers, tastings

Follow your senses through Aix’s vibrant markets where piles of sun‑ripened fruit, fragrant herbs, and crusty breads tempt you at every turn. Taste iconic Provençal specialties as you meet local producers and learn how food, seasons, and tradition shape daily life here. This guided food tour blends market discoveries, city history, and generous tastings into one delicious morning

Markets

Meet the Characters of City

Gelato

What you’ll taste

“Depending on the day and season, you might sample local cheeses, cured meats, olives and tapenades, artisanal breads, calissons or other sweets, and regional wines or juices.”

Local producers mention

“Along the way, you meet stallholders and small producers who share their craft, from family-run farms to passionate cheesemakers and bakers.”

Highlights

Browse colorful Provençal markets filled with seasonal fruit, vegetables, herbs, and flowers.
Enjoy multiple tastings of regional specialties and traditional sweet treats.
Learn how to recognize quality local products and where to shop like a local.
Discover key city landmarks near the markets, combining food and history.
Small-group experience with plenty of time for questions and photos.

Key information

Duration: 90 Minutes
Meeting point: Near central market area in Aix-en-Provence (details in confirmation)
Group size: Small group for an intimate, foodie experience
Difficulty: Easy walking, several tasting stops; markets can be busy
Languages: English, French (please check dates)

Testimonial

“We loved meeting the market vendors and tasting so many specialties – it was the highlight of our time in Provence.”

Frequently

Asked Questions

Meet the best rated local guide on TripAdvisor in Aix-en-Provence – Benjamin Reilly

Half-French Quarter-Irish Quarter-Lebanese – Ben brings a rich cultural mix to histours.
Licensed (Sep2026) Tour Guide [Guide Conferencier] and Teacher at Aix-Marseille University – Ben has the credentials.
His roots to the city go back 200+ years – he’s a local.
He speaks three languages (English. French, Spanish).
He is an amateur artist and musician.
He has a British sense of humour and enjoys a good cuppa tea.

What’s the total duration of the tour?
Our flagship walking tour lasts approximately 2–3 hours, depending on group size and specific requirements. Our market tour is shorter, while private tours are typically 3 hours including time for a break.

Where’s the meeting point of the tour?
We will email you all the details as soon as you book.

What should I bring?
In summer, a hat and a bottle of water are recommended. Bring money for souvenirs and local products—and a good sense of humor always helps!

How many steps/km is the tour?
We will walk approximately 5,000 steps (around 2 km). Wear sturdy walking shoes suitable for the city. There is a slight incline and a few steps to climb, so feel free to do some stretches beforehand!

What will I get to do on the tour?
You’ll get to try the local delicacy, the calisson, at our favorite spot. There will also be a chance to take a photo by one of the city’s most iconic fountains. Pay attention to your guide—there are prizes to be won!

Do you have good food recommendations?
Yes! We’ll show you some great local spots and provide restaurant and bar recommendations at the end of the tour, tailored to your dietary preferences and budget. Also, check out our blog (link at the top of the page)

How do I get to Aix en Provence?
Via the airport there is a bus number 40 – every half hour 10€.
Via Marseille from Gare Saint Charles either bus or train 7-9€
Via car I recommend Parking Retonde or Parking Pasteur.
If you need private transport please get in contact with us.

Should I tip?
Your generosity is always appreciated by our guides.

What’s your cancellation policy?
All sales are final. That said, we don’t want you to miss the tour! If any unforeseen issues arise, email us after booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

Anything else?
Absolutely! We’ve made a video to help—check it out here…

3000 + Happy Travellers

What Our Guests Are Saying

Our experience with Benjamin and his tour was excellent. We walked the city of Aix and through Benjamins deep knowledge we gleaned much insight into its history. Ben is personable and easy to know. He has a terrific sense of humor. Ben welcomes questions and shares his insight with enthusiasm. Aix-en-Provence is a beautiful historic city and you do not want to miss the opportunity to experience it through the eyes of an expert. Hire this quide, you will not regret it.

Ethan Carter

Our tour was simply wonderful, exceeding our expectations. Benjamin is a terrific guide; knowledgeable, smart, funny, professional and welcoming. He has a great ability to describe Aix's history and connect it to the present-day city we toured. He combined big picture stuff with "insider" details that only a native of Aix could offer. He made our stay so much richer. He was a pleasure. We are recommending him to others, and already making plans to return.

Olivia Bennett

Ben was an incredibly knowledgeable tour guide and very personable. It was a very fun and interesting morning learning about the history of Aix, its residents and the culture. Great recommendations for shopping and dining and what museums to pursue on our own. We highly recommend this tour for all that you will learn and how entertaining Ben is.

Harper Mitchell

Instead of just rattling off facts, he told stories that made the history stick, pointed out details I would have walked right past, and gave me a real feel for the rhythm of the city. We ended up wandering through quiet side streets and courtyards, local markets, quiet hidden fountains and Le Cours Mirabeau. And even a few spots we felt like only locals know about.

Chloe Adams

Benjamin was friendly and knowledgeable. He was able to distill a lot of relevant information in a layback and pedagogical manner, which is not the case with all guides. My family and I are big consumers of private guides when we travel, and we travel often. I would say that Benjamin ranks in our top three or top four of all time

James Walker

Benjamin is extremely knowledgeable of the city of Aix-en-Provence. He has a good mix of the history with a little touch of humor that makes it very interesting and fun! The additional touch of his own family history in the city is an added bonus. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city.

Daniel Brooks

Madison Rivera

Ben was a fantastic guide. He lives and breathes Aix en Provence and imparts his knowledge along with lovely stories and a passion that clearly stems from his life and family history in Aix. We tried some local delicacies, bought strawberries, drank pastis in a square and really felt immersed in the town. Highly recommended!

Marcus Hayes

Benji has a great of humor, has an incredible amount of local knowledge (and family roots here in Aix) as well as an appreciation for his tour group/tailors to who he is speaking to. He shared information that is not readily available in the tour books - way better! Absolutely recommend him

Sophia Collins

I spent a morning walking around Aix-en-Provence with Benjamin, and it was nothing short of fabulous. He has that perfect mix of local knowledge, easygoing energy, and a real love for Aix.

Tyler Grant