Server offering cheese sample to guest in Cheese Museum, Paris.
Woman sampling cheese at Cheese Museum in Paris.
People enjoying a cheese and wine tasting at Paroles de Fromagers in Paris, France.
Cheese selection on tray at Paroles de Fromagers, Paris, France.
Person shaping butter in a wooden mold at the Cheese Museum, Paris, France.
Assortment of cheeses with labels in Cheese Museum, Paris.
Chef slicing cheese at Cheese Museum in Paris.

Cheese Museum Guided Tour & Tastings, Paris

Paris
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Duration: 1 hour (approx.)

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Explore Paris’s Living Cheese Museum with this guided tour and tasting experience, where you'll explore France's rich cheese heritage in an engaging way. Begin your journey at the museum entrance, welcomed by a cheese expert who guides you through ticket validation and an introduction to what lies ahead. Located centrally within Paris, the museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditions of French cheesemaking with hands-on exploration.

France's first Cheese Museum in Paris is where culinary heritage converges with cultural history through the art of cheesemaking.

A one-hour guided tour available in English or French offers insights from a cheese expert on centuries-old knowledge and regional specialties at the Living Cheese Museum, located in France’s capital.

Tasting sessions feature four handpicked cheeses that represent the diverse range and richness of local dairy traditions during your visit to Paris's iconic museum.

Witness milk transformed into cheese through both ancient methods and modern techniques with a live cheesemaking demonstration.

Access to the Living Cheese Museum Paris Located

One English-guided tour lasting 1-hour (based on option selected)

French-language guided tour for 1 hour (as per option selected)

Features a live cheesemaking demonstration

Tasting of four French cheeses

Wine and Cheese Pairing

Cheese Making Session

Server offering cheese sample to guest in Cheese Museum, Paris.

Server offering cheese sample to guest in Cheese Museum, Paris.

Your Experience at Cheese Museum Paris

Welcome to an exciting exploration of French cheesemaking with a guided tour and tasting session at Paris’s Living Cheese Museum, the first establishment in France dedicated entirely to cheese. This 1-hour adventure begins as you step through the main entrance.

Getting Started

Your journey starts when your expert guide greets you warmly at the museum's front door. After verifying your ticket and providing a brief overview of what lies ahead, it’s time for an engaging cheese discovery experience.

Cheese Museum Paris: A Taste of Tradition

Situated in central Paris, this unique Living Cheese Museum is committed to preserving the rich heritage of French cheeses. It invites you on a hands-on exploration into the traditions and stories that shape iconic French cheesemaking practices.

Features You'll Enjoy

  • A guided tour led by cheese experts: Delve deep into the art of making cheese, from selecting milk to understanding aging processes. Choose between guides speaking English or French for a personalized experience.
  • Cheese tasting session: Relish an assortment of carefully selected French cheeses that showcase regional diversity and artisanal skill.
  • Interactive exhibits: Engage with displays detailing different milk types, production techniques, and the cultural significance of cheese in France.
  • Historical displays: Trace the evolution of cheesemaking through fascinating artifacts and fascinating stories from history.
Woman sampling cheese at Cheese Museum in Paris.

Woman sampling cheese at Cheese Museum in Paris.

People enjoying a cheese and wine tasting at Paroles de Fromagers in Paris, France.

People enjoying a cheese and wine tasting at Paroles de Fromagers in Paris, France.

Cheese selection on tray at Paroles de Fromagers, Paris, France.

Cheese selection on tray at Paroles de Fromagers, Paris, France.

What to Bring

  • A photo ID is recommended for entrance purposes.

Comfortable footwear is advised, as standing will be part of the tour and demonstration activities.

Prohibited Items

  • Large bags, suitcases, or bulky luggage are not permitted due to security policies.
  • Pets aren't allowed. Only service animals with registration may enter.

The museum prohibits outside food and beverages.

Accessibility Details

    This venue is wheelchair accessible, featuring step-free entry points and restrooms designed for accessibility.

    Additional Information

    • Kids aged 7 or younger can enjoy free admission.
    • The experience includes a live cheese-making demonstration along with a tasting session.

    Please inform the staff of any allergies or dietary restrictions prior to the tasting activity.

    Person shaping butter in a wooden mold at the Cheese Museum, Paris, France.

    Person shaping butter in a wooden mold at the Cheese Museum, Paris, France.

    Assortment of cheeses with labels in Cheese Museum, Paris.

    Assortment of cheeses with labels in Cheese Museum, Paris.

    Book your tour in advance during peak seasons to avoid sold-out sessions and ensure a smooth experience at the Living Cheese Museum.

    Bring comfortable shoes as you'll be standing for parts of the guided tour and cheesemaking demonstration, making it easier to enjoy every moment.

    If planning multiple museum visits in Paris, start with the Living Cheese Museum since it's centrally located, allowing more time at other attractions later on.

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    10:00am - 7:30pm
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    10:00am - 7:30pm
    Wednesday
    10:00am - 7:30pm
    Thursday
    10:00am - 7:30pm
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    10:00am - 7:30pm
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    10:00am - 7:30pm
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    Closed
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