OUR BEST SELECTION
A TASTE OF THE BUCKET LIST
AMONG 50 DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD
Our Mercure Hotels staff are your friendly and knowledgeable local guides to the destination that you are in. When visiting our properties, don’t hesitate to ask their insider tips, and surely you will uncover amazing and unique experiences like the ones they have curated here. At Mercure, our goal is to make you discover your destination like a true local.
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Go oyster tasting and try lavender treats in protected Australian Kangaroo IslandGet ready for an aromatic adventure and an unforgettable culinary experience to indulge in the freshest and most delectable oysters in Kangaroo Island. -
Explore a wine estate and try revisited Italian cuisine in Australian Yarra ValleyTaste the best of the region's gastronomy in its finest locations on an unforgettable tour. Start with a vibrant Chardonnay and finish with an Italian meal. -
Discover traditional Brazilian dishes in the center of Belo HorizonteImmerse yourself in traditional Brazilian cuisine at Casa Cheia and enjoy the Feijão tropeiro, a version of the Feijoada, the national dish. -
Meet with a French Pyrenean sheperd and try his productsDiscover this traditional craft, guided by Alexis. Take in the breathtaking scenery on an active hike, then enjoy a delicious traditional sheep-based meal. -
Make your own cheese in the heart of ParisCome and explore the art of cheese-making and make your own! But wait 3 months to enjoy it -
Taste local products at a French oyster farm in Rochefort, near the Atlantic OceanDiscover the tasting hut with fresh produce straight from the sea and sample Philippe and Julie's oysters. -
Get to know the Thai community & their traditional dishes in the center of BerlinDiscover Thaipark, a cultural meeting place which gathering a lot Asian people. Come and taste the local asian food. -
Discover a 500 years old Hungarian wine cellar in TokajVisit Tokaj Hétszőlő, the 500 years vineyard and its museum to relive its story from the past till nowadays. -
Discover the benefits of Indonesian medicinal plants and make traditional Jamu in JakartaCome to Acaraki and discover the Jamu, the juice handed down from mother to daughter. -
Discover the flavors of Sicily in a traditional market in the center of PalermoImmerse yourself in Palermo's gastronomy, flavors, colors and history. Visit the Capo market, meet local vendors and taste flavors. -
Learn about wine making in WroclawTry the exceptionally tasty "Żar-wino" project with Moderna wines. Enjoy a tour of the vineyards and taste different wines. -
Learn to make traditional Thai noodle dish with a local in RayongCook the local speciality, Kanom Jean Bann Yai Rod. Guided by Toom, you will use local produce. You'll then be able to enjoy your own preparation. -
Visit a Thai fishing village and meet an 80 years old Koh Samui fishermanMeet Mr. Arwae Lermae in the fishing village. Learn all about fishing techniques. And enjoy a tasting at the Auan Tai restaurant. -
Enjoy a typical English teatime while cruising the River Thames in OxfordJoin a regatta to cross the Tamise at Oxford. Enjoy tea and various delicacies on board. Explore the beauty of the river and the region. -
Visit Danang local market and cook traditional Vietnamese dishesExplore one of the largest local markets in Danang. Guided by Jolie, you will create your own meal signature with fresh and local products.
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OUR SELECTION
50 DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD
The experiences part of the Discover Local “Bucket List Edition” are also representative of our network.
With over 950 hotels worldwide, from Jakarta to Oxford, Mercure’s presence around the globe is incredibly powerful, giving us authentic insights into the local life of a neighborhood.
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IguazuHere discover the Argentinian culture and savor the best of Argentinean grilled meat and fish with a folk music show, and witness tango dances.
Kangaroo IslandGet ready for an aromatic adventure and an unforgettable culinary experience to indulge in the freshest and most delectable oysters in Kangaroo Island.
MelbourneTaste the best of the region's gastronomy in its finest locations on an unforgettable tour. Start with a vibrant Chardonnay and finish with an Italian meal.
SydneyDiscover the 2 essentials establishments to the local life. Craft exceptional beer experiences in Dad & Daves brewery then savor masterpieces of contemporary Italian cuisine.
Belo HorizonteImmerse yourself in traditional Brazilian cuisine at Casa Cheia and enjoy the Feijão tropeiro, a version of the Feijoada, the national dish.
Aix-les-BainsDive into a sensory and taste experience. From the sound of the fizz to the rich cereal notes, savour the subtlety and balance of the beer.
AvignonDiscover the traditional flavors of Provence by embarking on a romantic aperitif journey and taste midst toast drizzled artisanal terrine, calissons, and nougats.
AvignonAre you ready for an experience combining wine and sport? Visit the Papes vineyard and finish by testing the Pavillon's beautiful wines.
BordeauxExplore a new way of tasting wines, ! With a mask over your eyes, discover different terroirs and taste the Saint-Emilion Grands Crus, with some chocolates.
ChantillyAu Coeur du Malt is a French independent brewery. Their beers are crafted by a master brewer with the ability to create recipes using top-quality hop and malt. The brewery strives to reinvent and share its passion for artisanal beer, which has become a refined delicacy, perfect for tasting and enjoyment.
Come and meet these passionate craft brewers : they will warmly welcome you, introducing their products and offering advice for various culinary pairings. Then, treat yourself to a beer served from their beer truck, often set up in charming and unusual locations such as the vegetable garden of the Princes, an exceptional place perfectly reflecting the chic and bucolic side of Chantilly, known for its beautiful castle.
CherbourgFeel yourself at home at La Cantine de Babel restaurant, where you can enjoy delicious, original dishes prepared with local, seasonal produce.
DunkerqueBoard a sailing boat for an excursion with your guide Christophe. Enjoy the North Sea aboard the Snitch, with an aperitif based around the sea and seasonal products.
La BauleVisit and collect your seaweed at the Ferme Marine. You'll have the chance to cook seaweed caviar, which is bursting with flavour.
La Roche sur YonDiscover the world of fresh edible flowers, their unique flavors, and their fragrances through conferences, visits, workshops and others events.
Lille - Marcq-en-BaroeulDiscover the gold medal-winning beer at the France-Bière challenge in a French Family Brewery.
LoudenvielleDiscover this traditional craft, guided by Alexis. Take in the breathtaking scenery on an active hike, then enjoy a delicious traditional sheep-based meal.
MetzLearn more about traditional plum methods and the process of producing Mirabelle products, with Mélanie, while sipping a liqueur.
ParisCome and explore the art of cheese-making and make your own! But wait 3 months to enjoy it
Paris - BoulogneVisit the fields and find out how wheat is harvested and processed. Then conclude with a workshop to cook and enjoy your own fresh pasta.
RochefortDiscover the tasting hut with fresh produce straight from the sea and sample Philippe and Julie's oysters.
Saint-OmerTake a unique journey combining tradition and local craftsmanship at Clairmarais Abbey. Visit and taste traditional beers.
BerlinDiscover Thaipark, a cultural meeting place which gathering a lot Asian people. Come and taste the local asian food.
BudapestCome to My Choccy, explore and learn the story of 100 varieties of chocolates and taste some.
TokajVisit Tokaj Hétszőlő, the 500 years vineyard and its museum to relive its story from the past till nowadays.
HyberadadMeet and taste traditional meals from India at Luqma Kitchen, which help empowering underprivileged women through the kitchen.
JakartaCome to Acaraki and discover the Jamu, the juice handed down from mother to daughter.
JakartaMake a culinary bike tour in Jakarta, meet 3 generations of owners and taste Chinese and Indonesian food.
KutaLearn how to make Jaje Uli, a traditional Balinese snack with Mrs Ni Made using traditional methods.
TangerangImmerse yourself in the Kopi Kebon experience. Guided by expert baristas, create your own signature coffee blend.
LecceLearn how to prepare Giuncata, a traditional local cheese with a farm passionate owner.
PalermoImmerse yourself in Palermo's gastronomy, flavors, colors and history. Visit the Capo market, meet local vendors and taste flavors.
RomaDiscover how to prepare the recipe for the famous fresh fettuccine at Mattarello Piazza Bologna’s. Make it and taste it !
KyotoEnjoy an unforgettable dining experience where you can savour the finest Wagyu beef with a variety of dishes and enjoy a geisha performance.
TakayamaMeet Ajikura and enjoy a delicious lunch at Ajikura Tengoku handmade with traditional Japanese Methods.
Kuala LumpurDiscover the Purple Cane Tea Art Learning Centre and learn all you need to know about tea! Don't forget to taste your tea creation before dinner.
LimaExplore Peru's first gastronomic market, Mercado 28, with its 14 stalls. Then taste the best Peruvian flavours and aromas.
WroclawTry the exceptionally tasty "Żar-wino" project with Moderna wines. Enjoy a tour of the vineyards and taste different wines.
PortoMake your own traditional Pasteis de Nata in Patricia's kitchen. And enjoy a meal prepared by this passionate cook.
NelspruitDiscover traditional South African dishes and flavours at Vee's Restaurant. Try traditional modogu, a Johannesburg speciality.
BenidormLearn all the secrets of making authentic Valencian paella and try your hand at cooking it. Then taste the traditional wines and your creations.
LugoVisit the village and make your own cheese using traditional methods. Afterwards, try to identify aromatic plants.
San SebastianStart with a tour of the orchards, then the Cider Museum and finish the day with a cider tasting.
RayongCook the local speciality, Kanom Jean Bann Yai Rod. Guided by Toom, you will use local produce. You'll then be able to enjoy your own preparation.
SamuiMeet Mr. Arwae Lermae in the fishing village. Learn all about fishing techniques. And enjoy a tasting at the Auan Tai restaurant.
IstanbulMake unique cookies at Feyzala Kurabiye. These Turkish cookies will be donated to a food bank for the poor near the hotel.
OxfordJoin a regatta to cross the Tamise at Oxford. Enjoy tea and various delicacies on board. Explore the beauty of the river and the region.
OxfordVisit the distillery and immerse yourself in the history of the distillery. A special dinner with infused dishes will be held at the Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House.
PaigntonVisit the Sanbridge Barton vineyard. Explore and taste a collection of wines. Learn every step of the vineyard process.
DalatVisit the Dalahouse organic farm and learn how to prepare local and healthy meals in the restaurant. You can enjoy what you've prepared with the chef.
DanangExplore one of the largest local markets in Danang. Guided by Jolie, you will create your own meal signature with fresh and local products.
