Tours by locals near Paris

"TOURS BY LOCALS" AROUND PARIS:  MEET OUR HOSTS IN THEIR OWN OLD TYPICAL HOMES

Discover the true spirit of France with our unique “tours by locals” near Paris. These experiences go beyond traditional tours by locals, food tours, cooking classes, or market visits. Our hosts aren’t guides or greeters—they are locals from the Paris countryside who open their charming historic homes to you, welcoming you for a homemade lunch paired with French wine, along with authentic rural activities.

Beyond Tourist Guides

What makes our experiences with locals around Paris special? Our hosts aren't professional tour guides or restaurateurs - they're enthusiastic locals who welcome visitors with genuine warmth. You will find teachers, journalists, researchers, pharmacists, business owners...They open their historic homes (all Noknok homes are at least a hundred years old) simply because they love sharing their culture, practicing their English (or Spanish), and meeting people from around the world.

Authentic Homes and Gardens

When you eat with locals in Paris's surrounding countryside, you're entering real French homes where families have lived for generations. Each Paris countryside experience includes tours of traditional gardens, historic properties (manors, old stone houses, Bourgeois-style mansions...), and local villages, with hosts sharing stories passed down through generations.

Beyond Standard Tourism

Our hosts share their passions naturally during these day trips near Paris. Whether explaining local crafts, discussing village history, or demonstrating traditional skills, these food and local experiences with hosts offer genuine cultural exchange. Each shared dinner becomes a window into authentic French life, far beyond tourist attractions or landmarks.

Unique Personal Collections and Passions

What sets these unique dining experiences apart is the personal connection with our hosts. One host might share their collection of regional artifacts, while another demonstrates local artisanal techniques. These tours by locals around Paris transform simple day tours around Paris into meaningful cultural encounters. Take Guilhem, whose fascinating collection of ancient coins tells the story of France from Gallic times through the Middle Ages to Napoleon's era - all discovered by him using a metal detector around his property. Or visit Rémi, who proudly displays his collection of authentic Napoleonic artifacts, each with its own compelling story. For a unique culinary experience near Paris, join Julien and Jorge at their historic manor house in the Champagne region. They will take you for a private vineyard walk and champagne tastings at a village producer, who is their friend. These are not the type of tours by locals or experiences you can find through standard city food experience providers.

Local wines

Every Noknok culinary experience near Paris includes regional wines or champagne paired with homestyle cooking. Our hosts pride themselves on offering authentic food paired with at least 2 glasses of wine or typical French alcoholic beverages. You can also encounter hosts that craft their own alcohol! During her unique dining experiences in her 17th-century stone house, Emilie shares her homemade liqueur, made by her own hands and walk you through the steps of its preparation. These are the kinds of personal touches that will make your day trip out of Paris so special.

Cultural Exchange and local expertise

As a site where people share their food, culture and old traditional house, Noknok connects curious travelers with passionate locals. Our hosts eagerly share their language, customs, and local knowledge, creating unique culinary experience opportunities beyond typical tourist routes. Your host might share stories about village festivals, explain local architectural styles, help you read the landscape, or demonstrate traditional crafts. These “tours by locals” offer insights into where to eat like a local and how to truly experience French culture.

The Noknok Experience: lovely people, lovely homes, lovely food!

Each host brings their own perspective to these day tours out of Paris. Some share their passion for history, others their love of local traditions or artisanal skills. What unites them is their genuine desire to connect with visitors and share their slice of French life. Whether you're enjoying a shared dinner in a historic home, exploring a private vineyard, or examining centuries-old artifacts, these experiences with locals around Paris create lasting memories through authentic encounters with real French residents.

When you choose to eat with locals through Noknok, you're accepting an invitation for 4 hours into old French homes where traditions live on and new friendships begin. Join us for unique dining experiences that go beyond tourism to create genuine connections through shared passions and authentic hospitality!