France · DRINKING TOURS
This is the shortlist you would hand a friend flying in: 6 drinking tours that hold up, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Start in Châtelet with guides such as Amine or Omar, then visit two or three nearby bars for drink deals and a shot with each purchase. Meet people from around the world, stop near Porte-Saint-Denis, and finish at Café Oz Châtelet with club entry. Bring ID and dress for a Paris nightclub.
“the tour guide was really friendly I had a great time”
Meet guides in red shirts at Villa Saint Exupery Beach, then walk through central Nice to four bars and a club. Expect free shots, drinks from €4, beer pong, limbo, card games, and an international crowd. Guides such as Hari, Farrah, Fran, and Marta have helped make the night friendly and social.
“This was fantastic. A bunch of solo travelers from all around the world getting drunk together. Highly recommend!”
Join Beer&Dash in Nice for five themed bars, six included shots, party games, a photographer, mascot, and fast-track entry to a real VIP nightclub. Local hosts lead groups of up to 15 per guide, with cocktails and beers from €6. Meet at Akathor on Cour Saleya around 9:10 to 9:40 PM.
“Great time! Great guides, get to go to pleases you wouldn’t normally experience.”
Start near Rue de la Huchette with a local guide, then visit three or four Paris bars and clubs, including stops around Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Your ticket includes entry, drink deals, and one free shot with a purchased drink at each venue. Guides such as Archi, Emma, Sharon, and Melanie have earned strong praise for keeping groups social and safe.
“Enjoy meeting new people from various locations and had a great time meeting some locals as well . The host were fun and kept the night interesting . Just undetstand that you only get one free shot at each location,”
Meet your English-speaking host outside Filles du Calvaires Metro and visit two secret Paris bars, with a possible third stop. Expect hidden doors, passwords, creative cocktails, and lively group conversation. Guides such as Maëva, Pierre, Norbu, and Felix have helped make this a relaxed choice for solo visitors and nightlife fans.
“Fun guide. Norbu was personable and knowledgeable of the speakeasy scene. We saw unique bars and great drinks.”
Meet at Place de la Trinité for a 2.5-hour evening walk through central Toulouse. Jessica, or another local wine expert, leads you to two or three carefully chosen wine bars, including one facing Marché des Carmes. Expect about three glasses of regional wine, a cheese and charcuterie platter, and clear guidance for beginners.
“The tour was fantastic! I enjoyed the small group tour and Jessica was very knowledgeable, entertaining, and picked a great variety of wine bars to visit. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys tasting, and learning, about wine!”
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