Top French Riviera Classes & Workshops

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.

Live an original olfactory experience with the discovery of perfumes manufacturing secrets during a guided tour of Perfume Factory in Grasse After the theory, let’s practice! Attend the "Flower of the Year" Olfactory Workshop and become the creator of your 12ml own Eau de Toilette.

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.

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.

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.

- Collective workshop - Duration: 45 min - Choice among 40 essences - 30 ml bottle - Perfume initiation

Treat your senses to a perfume making experience at the famous Fragonard Perfume Factory in Eze. Perfect for those passionate about perfume, the experience combines a tour of the laboratory where cosmetics and fragrances are produced, with a 15-minute “Flower of the Year” workshop to create your own eau de toilette. Suitable for children aged 8 and above when accompanied by a paying adult.

Once you've selected your raw materials, the creation station welcomes you and introduces you to the ingredients in your formula. You decide which direction to take by evaluating them, choosing your weighing card and letting yourself be guided to create your unique 100% natural fragrance.

Learn how to cook like a local, from a local, by signing up for this Mediterranean cooking class in the home of local culinary enthusiast with the host. Your host will teach you how to make traditional French Mediterranean fare using local ingredients, which you'll then sit down to enjoy together. Your host will be on hand to give you tips, not just about cooking, but also about Nice.

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.

Guided by a passionate sommelier, you’ll discover how to taste and enjoy French wines with confidence while exploring local flavors in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Patricia loves bringing people together and has created this experience to share authentic moments, meaningful connections, and unforgettable memories in the heart of Menton.

Uncover the secrets of authentic French cuisine during a private cooking class with a local chef. Get hands-on in the home kitchen of your host as you create a selection of seasonal Mediterranean dishes using fresh produce from the market. Learn expert tips and techniques that will help you recreate your favorite recipes at home, then sit down to enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch or dinner paired with regional wines.

Discovering the world of French wine while in Nice. This small-group wine-tasting experience takes you on a journey through the French wine regions, learning about their history, production processes, and best wines. While tasting a selection of eight fine wines, including white, red, and sparkling, you'll learn to appreciate the wonderful diversity of French wine.

Olive oil, the flagship product of the Mediterranean basin, comes in myriad varieties, each with its own unique personality and aromas. It reflects a terroir, a know-how, a tradition. Like wine, olive oil is tasted and offers a palette of flavours, aromas and subtleties as rich and surprising as wine. Tasting olive oil is an art that can be learned and reveals the subtleties and aromas of this exceptional product. Learn the subtleties of Black Fruit, Green Fruit, or Ripe Fruit. Discover the extra virgin olive oil food pairings. I will welcome you to my shop for 30 minutes. It's simple, user-friendly. All you have to do is choose your date and I'll take care of the rest. Gilles

Come and enjoy a unique experience in a small group at our boutique in the city center of Grasse. For 1.5 hours, with a 90 essences and the help of our perfume expert, create your own fragrance in a 100ml bottle. Receive a €20 gift card to spend in the boutique on the day of your activity. Workshop for families or friends, ages 9 and up

Nothing says wine like the French Riviera, although many vineyards are located far from coastal cities—making them tough for travelers to reach. This exclusive small-group vineyard tour and wine-tasting takes place right within Nice, just a short bus or taxi ride from the city center. Learn about the local terroir during a sommelier-led visit and taste three tasty regional wines, all in under two hours.

Just 15 minutes off the coast of Cannes is a natural oasis waiting to be explored. Board a ferry to the lle Sainte-Marguerite—about a half-mile off shore from the French Riviera—for a relaxing morning or afternoon, depending on which departure you choose. Once on the island time is yours to hike, birdwatch or do some cultural exploring at the maritime museum. lle Sainte-Marguerite is also home to Fort Royal, a 17th century prison once housing the 'Man in the Iron Mask.' Private tours of the fort (own expense) are available.

Skip the tourist spots in Nice and discover the city's traditional culinary scene on this small-group evening food tour. Try dishes chosen and prepared by locals in locations around Vieux Nice and the Promenade des Anglais, including tapenade, socca, and pissaladière. Enjoy enough tastings to make up a full meal, making this a great alternative to a traditional sit-down dinner.

This is truly an unique and memorable experience to have on the French Riviera! You get to discover its traditional wines, with a masterclass, walk in the vineyards, have a Chef cooked dinner / lunch in one of the most beautiful and idyllic landscapes there is: vineyard with sea view. Moreover, live music is there to create the perfect mood. Enjoy and exalt all your senses in the joie de vivre à la française. Sometimes, with extra exhibitions and entertainment, according to the program. The Chef on the spot starting from 6 persons, Live music starting from 8 persons minimum.

If you’re looking to see some of the French Riviera’s most popular sights, but don’t want to explore in a large tour group, this French Riviera Small-Group NiceCar Tour from Nice is a great choice. Along with a small group and guide, make stops at Batterie du Mont Boron, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Villefranche-sur-Mer, and Eze. Plus, An immersive break at Fragonard, the emblematic perfumer of Èze.

With this cocktail workshop in the heart of Old Nice, you’ll enjoy much more than just drinks — it’s an immersive experience into the world of mixology. Guided by a professional bartender, you’ll begin with a live cocktail demonstration to discover techniques, ingredients, and the stories behind the recipes. Then, step behind the bar to craft two cocktails of your choice, learning how to balance flavors and master bar tools under expert guidance. Unlike other tastings, here you are the bartender, shaking, mixing, and tasting your own creations. The atmosphere is both intimate and lively, perfect for friends, couples, or solo travelers. Available in English and French, this workshop combines learning, sharing, and fun — an authentic experience in one of Nice’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Make your way from Cannes to St Tropez the best way possible – by boat. Relax as the Mediterranean breezes tousle your hair as you cruise along the French Riviera, taking in the beautiful coastal views along the way. Enjoy a day of free time in St Tropez to explore as you like – browse the shops, lounge at cafe tables, sightsee and watch for celebrities – before taking the ferry back to Cannes.

Cruise the coastal curve of the French Riviera to St Tropez on a full-day excursion from Nice. Gaze at sweeping ocean vistas as you sail the Mediterranean Sea to the glamorous town of St Tropez, famed for the famous faces that frequent the opulent resort. Spend a day exploring at your leisure and discover alluring attractions like St Tropez Church and St Tropez Citadel. Alternatively, browse sophisticated boutiques for designer clothes, sample seafood specials at gourmet restaurants, and lounge on the powdery soft sand of the town’s pristine beaches. Return to Nice by boat at the end of your relaxing day.

Experience the beauty of Saint-Tropez and Port Grimaud on this full-day tour from Nice. Learn why the seaside town of Saint-Tropez has long attracted international visitors as you enjoy its beaches, art, and sunny climate. Explore the lesser-known but equally charming Port Grimaud, designed in the 1960s by architect François Spoerry.