Champagne Tours in Reims: From Iconic Cellars to Hidden Gems
Reims is the capital of Champagne and the starting point for most visitors to the region. The city is home to some of the best champagne houses in Reims — Pommery, with its spectacular crayères, contemporary art exhibitions and the famous Pommery Brut Royal; Taittinger, whose Gallo-Roman cellars are a UNESCO World Heritage site housing millions of bottles of champagne; Veuve Clicquot, known for its yellow label champagne and 24 kilometres of underground galleries; and Maison Ruinart, the oldest Champagne maison, founded in 1729.
Most houses are clustered on the Butte Saint-Nicaise, within walking distance of Reims city centre and Reims Cathedral — making it easy to combine a cellar tour with sightseeing. Choose between a guided tour with expert commentary or a self-guided tour at your own pace. Each visit includes a champagne tasting, from a single glass of champagne to two tastings of Brut, Blanc de Blancs, Chardonnay or Pinot Noir cuvées. Don't miss a visit to Villa Demoiselle, a stunning Art Nouveau gem on the Pommery estate.
For a more intimate wine tasting experience, head to the vineyards of the Montagne de Reims, where small growers and boutique wineries in villages like Rilly-la-Montagne, Verzenay and Aÿ welcome visitors for reims champagne tours through their own cellars. These family-owned maisons craft vintage wines and Brut Réserve from Grand Cru terroir — a world away from the well-known champagne brands. Whether you're planning a trip from Paris by TGV (just 45 minutes) or spending a weekend exploring around Reims, Winalist helps you find the best tours. Browse our interactive map, compare experiences and book with free cancellation.
