Top France Art Classes

Grasse is known as one of the world’s top perfume capitals. On this tour, you’ll go behind the scenes at classic perfume house Molinard and discover how a fragrance gets made. Learn from your instructor about the ingredients and techniques behind each perfume, and acquaint yourself with numerous scents. Then, as part of the workshop, you’ll work alongside an experienced perfumer to create your very own fragrance.

The Nice region is famous for perfume making, so seize the opportunity to create your own scent. Prebook to secure a place on a workshop run by Maison Molinard, one of France’s oldest perfume makers, and let a host guide you step by step. After a theory session, select your fragrance notes one by one, creating your own scent to wear and keep. Choose from various time slots for flexibility.

Paris has been a hub for luxury perfume for centuries—and, while anyone can visit the City of Lights and pick up a bottle, it takes skill and training to develop your own original scent. Learn the basics of composing a bespoke perfume during this hour-long workshop at Maison Molinard, one of France’s most historic perfumeries. Then, take home your own 50-milliliter (1.7 ounces) bottle.

French perfume is widely recognized as the world’s best, and this workshop gets you exploring this aromatic world firsthand. Led by your instructor, you’ll learn the history of French perfume, the science and structure behind each scent, *and* you’ll mix and blend your own fragrance—going home with an irreplaceable souvenir.

Delve into the world of French perfume and create a personalized fragrance in this small-group perfume workshop in Paris. Under the guidance of your expert instructor, learn how to design and blend your own personal scent. Leave with a bottled eau de parfum and a diploma that celebrates your achievement.

Find out if you have what it takes to be a master perfumer during this hands-on workshop at the Molinard perfume boutique in Nice. Discover what makes French perfumes so prized, and learn how skilled mixologists combine different bases, fragrances, and oils to make sweet-smelling concoctions. Then, try your own hand at perfumery by blending ingredients to create your own signature scent to take home in a vial.

They say scents evoke memories, so why not create lasting memories in Nice? At Parfum et Vous delve into the history of perfumery, modern perfume trends, and what you should know when shopping for perfume. Become a perfumist yourself and experiment with different scents to create your very own perfume, all in the space of two hours.

Live a unique experience in the heart of Paris; a costume jewelry creation workshop with an innovative concept. Choose from pearls, semi-precious stones and other accessories to create a bracelet that reflects your style and personality, all in a chic and artisanal Parisian atmosphere.

Capture your time in the City of Light with this private photo shoot against the backdrop of the iconic Eiffel Tower. Meet your professional photographer and pose in several locations to create a portfolio of beautiful shots to display in your home and share on social media. Treasure a unique souvenir of your Paris trip whether you’re traveling solo, with family and friends, or as a couple.

Learn the basics of graffiti art—and put your creativity to the test when you inscribe your artworks on Paris’ walls—with this small-group, hands-on workshop. Make your own way to the venue and, with just a small group for company, learn a range of graffiti techniques, from lettering to fine lines and more. All materials are provided, and once you’re confident, you’ll decorate the city with your very own street art masterpieces.

Paris draws art lovers from around the world—but while anyone can go to a museum and look at paintings, creating your own masterpiece requires know-how and equipment. Partake in an artistic ritual that has endured for centuries during this open-air water-color painting class, and take home a framed souvenir painting of your French vacation. No experience is needed, and stools are provided so you can paint while comfortably seated.

Experience what it’s like to be sketched live by an artist and receive your own unique portrait to take home with you. Pose for your portrait however you like—nude, draped, or clothed—and decide upon the sketch style with the artist before you begin. This private session is tailored entirely to your preferences, whether you want to be drawn alone or with a partner or family member.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to the Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY) International Airport with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your centrally located Paris hotel (postcode beginning with 75 only), and relax on the journey to the airport in an eco-friendly hybrid car or minivan (depending on the size of your group). Transfer services are available from 4am until 11pm, 7 days a week.

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This artistic experience invites you to discover Nice through the observation sketch in an exceptional setting on the Castle Hill. Accompanied by a professional painter, participants learn to capture the lines, shapes and atmosphere of Nice landscapes through a simple and accessible approach. Unlike a classical painting course, the workshop favours spontaneous and easy-to-hand sketching techniques, even without artistic experience. In a small group and in a relaxed atmosphere, everyone progresses at their own pace while enjoying the panoramic views of the Bay of Angels and Old Nice. This activity combines creativity, relaxation and local immersion to offer an authentic and original moment away from traditional sightseeing.

This artistic workshop invites you to paint directly on the beach, sitting in the sand, facing the sea. Accompanied by a professional artist, you create in the heart of nature, in an inspiring Mediterranean setting. Schedules are designed to enjoy soft light — in the morning from 9am to 10.30am or in the evening from 7pm to 8.30pm — while avoiding the hottest hours of the day. Friendly and soothing, this private experience offers you a real moment of creativity in the heart of a lively and bright environment, turning a simple moment of vacation into an unforgettable artistic memory.

Design your own personal perfume, or ‘parfum’ as the French call it, during this workshop in Paris. Learn about the different families of perfumes and tenacities of scents from a perfumer teacher, and then play with a range of scents to create three different perfumes. Take home your parfum of choice in a 50-ml bottle. This artistic experience is limited to eight people, ensuring a more memorable experience.

Capture the lively spirit of Montmartre on this private street photography tour. Explore vibrant streets from the Moulin Rouge to hidden rooftops and quiet alleys, while learning key techniques in composition, storytelling, and camera or smartphone use. Designed for all skill levels, this tour offers a hands-on way to see and photograph Paris beyond the usual sights.

Escape Paris’ crowds—and generic tourist mumbo-jumbo—with this hidden, artful experience. You’ll join your local artist guide for a peaceful watercolor painting experience among Père Lachaise’s famous graves and historic trees, creating your own postcard masterpiece (while learning Parisian stories tourists miss). Weather-proof comfort provided, it’s the perfect indoor-outdoor activity for any relaxing day in Paris, and it’s the perfect souvenir.

Experience the art of French savoir-faire during this hands-on workshop in luxury handcrafted jewelry. Choose between morning, afternoon, or evening sessions, which include an insider’s immersion into a real-life showroom in the city’s trendiest district, the Marais. Enjoy a home-cooked meal with wine before designing a one-of-a-kind jewelry souvenir to take home.

Paris’ 14th Arrondissement is a street art hotspot, but you can’t usually take a street-art souvenir away with you, except in photos. Create your own work of art on canvas inspired by street art styles during a small-group workshop at a graffiti gallery. Receive personalized instruction from an artist from the collective, and practice techniques such as stencilling and spray painting. Make a Parisian-inspired souvenir to take home with you.

Celebrate your Paris trip in style—and capture special mementos as you go—with this private photo shoot experience. Choose from several start times, meet your professional photographer guide right by the Eiffel Tower, and get ready to strike a pose: they’ll capture photos of you in front of a range of scenic landmarks and viewpoints. After the experience, you’ll receive 50 to 70 edited, high-quality photos.

Paint an iconic “Midnight in Paris” location with a professional artist, enjoy a traditional Japanese tea experience, and create your own framed artwork — no experience needed. Available on Thursdays and Sundays, approx. 3 hours.