Mariage Freres
About
Located in the heart of Paris at 30 rue du Bourg‑Tibourg, Mariage Frères is the world’s oldest and most celebrated tea house. The historic counter, set inside the original 1854 trading room, continues to serve tea in the same ornate wooden furniture, brass tea‑pots and silverware that the Mariage brothers introduced to the city a century and a half ago. Visitors are invited to experience a traditional French tea ceremony, complete with delicate pastries and a curated selection of over 400 teas from the world’s finest gardens. The counter operates daily from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm, while the adjoining tea room welcomes diners for lunch and afternoon tea from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The ambience is refined yet welcoming, offering a window into Parisian tea culture that has endured for generations. "Mariage Frères is not simply a retail outlet; it is a living museum of tea history," says the company’s official site, highlighting its role as a cultural landmark and continuing the legacy of the Mariage family’s global tea trade. Renowned tea connoisseurs, historians, and travelers alike flock to the brasserie for its authenticity, hospitality, and the opportunity to sample a heritage that spans continents and centuries.
Highlights
- Historic Counter
- Extensive Tea Collection
- French Pastry Pairings
- Elegant Tea Ceremony
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Best time to visit
Spring and early fall are the best seasons to visit Mariage Frères, when the Parisian weather is mild and the crowds are lighter.
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- Typical visit: about 1 hour