Toulouse Victor Hugo Market Small Group Tasting Tour
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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VISIT OUR WEBSITE for a full list of our tours! Explore Toulouse's largest covered market with a local foodie! We've learned the secrets of French market shopping so that we can share them with you. On this tour, you'll get a taste of local life in Toulouse as you discover local wines and cheeses, learn how to spot a good baguette, sample unique local specialties, and encounter passionate local artisans and businesses. Afterwards, you'll get a detailed email recap, as well as other personalized resources and recommendations so that you can continue your own gourmet adventures! We'll be eating on our feet, as there is NO SEATING in the market - so wear comfortable clothing and shoes and be prepared to stand/walk the whole time. Please alert us at least 24 hours in advance if you have food allergies or don't drink alcohol.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We'll be eating on our feet, as there is NO SEATING in the market - so wear comfortable clothing and shoes and be prepared to stand/walk the whole time.
Please alert us at least 24 hours in advance if you have food allergies or don't drink alcohol.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Marche Victor Hugo Toulouse
We'll spend most of our time exploring inside the market, as well as a few local businesses in the square surrounding the market.
What‘s Included
Guests over 18 will enjoy at least 2 local wines (usually one white, one red) that are paired with the cheeses that we buy. Non-alcoholic alternatives available with advance notice.
The tours ends with a substantial tasting of cheese, charcuterie, foie gras and bread - plus a sweet treat for dessert! No need for lunch afterwards. Vegetarians welcome.
We'll do some tastings along the way, with some of our market purchases reserved for our large tasting at the end of the tour.
Personalized email recap of the tour with additional recommendations
Personalized guide for a small group of maximum 8 people
To reduce environmental waste, we don’t distribute plastic water bottles, so if you would like water during the tour, please bring a reusable water bottle with you.
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Toulouse Victor Hugo Market Small Group Tasting Tour
Reviews
342 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
GOAT Market Tour!
Y3963NTstacys,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a complete market tour that began with coffee and baguettes and ended with a full spread of samples from every interesting corner of the market paired with a delicious sample of regional wines. We learned a ton and loved all of the stories Danielle told us! We will be back again and again each time someone new from the states comes for a visit!
Pleasant way to experience food of Toulouse.
Fearless19082640806,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed walking the market, Tania and Ali are so knowledgeable and gave us lots of information. We were told about the history of food and wine making. We had a lovely lunch with food bought from the market paired with delicious wine. The time flew by and the cost was reasonable. Would recommend.
Fantastic
emile780,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very pleasent, fun and knowledgable guide!
Taste the difference of Toulouse’s rich culinary heritage.
Andrew F,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exceptional tour with great information about the gastronomic heritage of Toulouse as well as its history as a city. Tasting of local produce and wines added an extra dimension to the experience. Very friendly and helpful guides whose knowledge they shared and involved the whole group. Thoroughly recommend this for anyone interested in this part of the city’s culture.
Big birthday treat
Amanda I,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you love food, provenance of the produce and a sprinkle of history this is the tour for you. My husband and I spent a blissful few hours learning about the Victor Hugo Market and the stall holders and the provenance of the produce available, a treat for the senses. The time flew as our guides were very engaging, knowledgeable and super friendly.
Local experience of a vibrant market filled with delicious food
749frankf,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour! Our guide Jessica’s deep knowledge of the history and current trends of the culinary scene in Toulouse enhanced our stay. We went to two of her recommendations for meals later and were blown away! The tour was like a walk through the market with a fun, interesting and well-connected friend in Toulouse. At the end, we were full and satisfied. Don’t miss out!
A tour that is a love letter to Toulouse and its amazing food!
JamesK659,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I love food. So I often seek out a good food-related tour when visiting a new city. When I stumbled on the description of the Taste of Toulouse small group tour of the Victor-Hugo Market it seemed to fit the bill. But as soon as I met Jessica the morning of the tour, I knew this was going to be a particularly special day. While there was some nibbling along the way, much of the first part of the tour was more focused on learning about the food and what to look for. As we explored the market and met some of the vendors, Jessica gradually gathered items, putting them into her "Mary Poppins" bag. Then, after we had made the rounds, she brought our little group to a wine bar in the market, and set up a mouth-watering spread of the goodies she had purchased during the tour: cheeses, meats, foie gras, crusty bread, a pastry, all accompanied by a couple bottles of excellent wine. It made for a full lunch, and a great way to round out this tour that really felt like a love letter to the delicious offerings of Toulouse. I highly recommend!
Completely satisfying French food experience
brianbE8283NU,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour with Jessica just got better every minute. The local history, the Victor Hugo venue, the epicurean knowledge, the incredible food, and the pre-coordination with vendors all built the experience. The conclusion of the meal at/on the barrel was a gastronomical delight with a cheese that weakened the knees of my date. It was a perfectly balanced charcuterie with extras that lasted us for two more meals. The three hours spent flew by and was well worth it. I can't thank you enough for a highlight of our time in Toulouse!
Like spending the perfect French morning with a friend!
lisabU2406UJ,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour with Jessica was the highlight of my time in Toulouse. She is warm and knowledgeable, creating an experience that feels relaxed and effortless while being informative and interesting. I never felt rushed or overwhelmed - just genuine enjoyment! It truly felt like spending a perfect French morning with a friend who knows all the best spots. And her cheese selections knocked my socks off! Highly recommend!!
Time well spent with a local foodie expert!
krift777,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Victor Hugo Market tour with Jessica was superb from start to finish! We thoroughly enjoyed the overview of the market history, layout, vendors and offerings as well as the lovely charcuterie and wine spread at the end. We really appreciated being able to ask questions throughout and get thoughtful, expert answers. It gave us the grounding we’d hoped for as we tour other markets in Toulouse and other cities we plan to visit in France. Well worth taking this tour!
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