Paris French Baking Experience - Bread/Croissant or Macaron Class
At a glance
Paris French Baking Experience - Bread/Croissant or Macaron Class is a 2h small-group experience in Paris, France, operated by ExperienceFirst. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 255 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $103.07 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Tastings of your creations along the way or to take home, Expert guide, Personalised macarons to take away (Macaron Class only).
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 255 travellers
- Small group of up to 8 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Small group, up to 8 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Join a French baking expert for a family-friendly hands-on class of your choice. Learn how to laminate dough, shape a baguette, and puff a croissant, or create, taste, and take home your own macarons.
What's included
What's included
- Tastings of your creations along the way or to take home
- Expert guide
- Personalised macarons to take away (Macaron Class only)
- Hands-on baking lesson
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Get hands on and learn authentic French baking techniques from an expert baker during these small-group insider experiences (max 8 guests) that are perfect for families. Choose from either a "Traditional Baking Class", or a "Make Your Own Macarons Class".
Traditional Baking Experience:
You’ll get hands-on experience preparing bread and croissant dough, learn fascinating facts about iconic French pastries, and gain the know-how to differentiate one baguette from another.
You’ll learn the difference between bread flours, yeast and sourdough, and baguette-shaping techniques.
And of course there will be tastings along the way to understand how flavour influences what you create.
Macaron Experience:
Discover the art of French pâtisserie with our immersive, small group macaron baking class perfect for families.
This hands-on experience invites you to learn the secrets behind crafting the perfect macaron.
Guided by a patisserie expert, you’ll mix, pipe, and bake your own macarons, customizing flavours and colours to your liking using the highest quality ingredients.
The experience concludes with a tasting session and a box of your personalized macarons to take home.
Meeting point
Upon arrival at the bakery please notify bakery staff that you're there for the baking or macaron class. They will point you in the right direction. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early. This experience starts promptly, and you may not be able to join if you arrive late.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children are allowed, but they must be accompanied by an adult. Kids under the age of 5 can join free of charge, but they won’t be able to participate in the hands-on baking experience due to safety concerns.
- This tour requires you to be able to stand for an extended period of time. It is 15 steps to the bakery on the 2nd floor with no elevator.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Paris French Baking Experience - Bread/Croissant or Macaron Class take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $103.07 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Tastings of your creations along the way or to take home; Expert guide; Personalised macarons to take away (Macaron Class only); Hands-on baking lesson.
Where does it start?
Upon arrival at the bakery please notify bakery staff that you're there for the baking or macaron class. They will point you in the right direction. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early. This experience starts promptly, and you may not be able to join if you arrive late.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 255 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
