Top Île-de-France Classes & Workshops

Discover how to prepare famous French delicacies–and learn far more than by simply eating them in a restaurant–on this small-group cooking class in the Montmartre district of Paris. Step inside a working kitchen, sample a variety of savory and sweet treats, and learn the history of baguettes and croissants from a local baker before rolling up your sleeves and getting hands-on as you prepare your own.

Uncover the secrets of the macaron with this group baking class at Galeries Lafayette. Meet your instructor, a French pastry chef, in a quiet corner of the iconic department store. Over the course of 1.5 hours, learn to prepare the delicate shells and ganache of the perfect macaron. Work with organic ingredients to create flavors like chocolate, pistachio, and more.

Don’t just nibble croissants and pains au chocolat during your trip to Paris—bake them yourself during this hands-on, small-group pastry class. Head to the professional kitchen (conveniently located in central Paris), meet your chef instructor, and enjoy a hot beverage. Then, it’s time to roll up your sleeves: you’ll learn the step-by-step secrets to making perfectly laminated dough, and will enjoy your own homemade treats at the end.

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Discover the art of macaron baking from a Le Cordon Bleu Paris-trained chef during a small-group pastry class in Paris. No prior patisserie experience is required for this hands-on workshop, with all bakers welcome. This intimate experience is ideal for solo travelers, couples, and groups alike. Throughout the class, you’ll enjoy personalized one-on-one attention from your chef, ensuring you learn the necessary steps to prepare professional-level macarons back home.

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.

Don't just savor croissants during your Parisian getaway—learn insider tips and tricks for mastering them yourself during this hands-on, small-group cooking class. Perfect for visiting cooks and food lovers looking to learn, this class is hosted by an experienced pastry chef. Explore the different techniques of croissant-making, and even have the chance to prepare special versions. Afterwards, enjoy your treats—and your enviable new skills.

Craft your own sweets during this 45-minute chocolatier-led workshop at Choco-Story Paris. Learn to dip and decorate chocolates like a pro; suitable for adults and children aged 7 years and older. Enjoy access to chocolate tastings and live chocolate-making demonstrations at Choco-Story Paris, and take home your handcrafted chocolate creations.

Enjoy the fun and delight of making macarons in an engaging Parisian pastry class, perfect for families and kids! Led by expert pastry chefs, this hands-on experience lets you and your loved ones discover the art of crafting these delectable French treats. Designed for all ages, this class offers a memorable, interactive adventure where you can bond while learning the secrets of French baking. Plus, you’ll get to take home your delicious creations as a sweet keepsake to remember your time together.

The macaron is one of the most popular sweet treats in Paris—but this technical pastry can be challenging to make independently. Instead, learn every step of macaron making, and receive hands-on guidance from an experienced French pastry chef, during this small-group masterclass. By the end of the class, walk away with brand new culinary skills—plus a range of delicious macarons to take home with you.

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.

Unlike standard cooking classes, this experience takes place inside a real local bakery—not a classroom. With only eight participants, you’ll enjoy direct, hands-on guidance from a professional French instructor who shares both practical techniques and insider stories from Local’s vibrant culinary scene. You won’t just watch—you’ll shape dough, laminate pastry, and taste a variety of breads and cakes while learning the history and secrets behind them. From discovering why the baguette is a French cultural symbol to uncovering the surprising origins of the croissant, every detail adds depth to your experience in a Local bakery. By the end, you’ll leave with your own freshly baked creations, plus the knowledge and confidence to bring authentic and inspired French flavors into your kitchen long after your trip.

Learn the art of fine French cuisine with a small-group cooking class and gourmet meal in Paris. Help prepare an authentic 3-course meal under the guidance of a local chef. When the cooking’s done, join your new friends around a cozy table to enjoy the delicious home-cooked meal paired with a selection of French wine. Opt to start the evening with a shopping trip at a local market.

Learn the art of French baking with a hands-on class at a renowned boulangerie in Paris. Learn how to create baguettes, croissants, and pain au chocolat with a skilled baker. Families and foodies will love this small-group exercise that lets you roll, knead, and bake like a pro. Enjoy a classic French breakfast and take home a freshly made baguette.

－ Highlights － - Small Group Experience – Max 8 participants - Cultural Introduction – Learn the story behind the crêpe, its origins & customs - Hands-On Cooking – Mix batter, flip crêpes, and choose your own fillings - High-Quality Ingredients – All organic (BIO certified) - Taste Like a Local – Enjoy your own crêpe & galette with cider

Learn the secrets to prepare macarons (meringue pastry) with your kids during a 90-minute cooking class. Food coloring, almond powder, and all other necessary ingredients to make the classic pastry are provided. Step by step instructions, which are easy for all ages to follow, are given by a professional French chef. At the end of class, take home four of your own macarons or devour them on the spot.

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.

Learn how to prepare the perfect flakey croissant during a small-group baking class in Paris. While you’ll be using professional techniques, no previous baking experience is required, only a love of pastries. With a small class size, you get the personalized attention of your instructor, so you don’t miss a single step. Once the baking process is complete, enjoy your creation with the rest of the class.

Fill up your Insta feed and learn baking skills that will wow your friends on this quintessentially Parisian experience: a macaron baking class in an intimate group. Join a professional patissier in a Marais bakery and learn to mix, pipe, bake, and fill your own macarons, customizing flavors and colors to suit your taste and style. Leave with a box of personalized macarons to take home.

Discover one of the Latin Quarter’s must-visit foodie destinations when you tour the Rue Mouffetard’s famed market—and follow up your explorations with a tutored food and cheese tasting—on this small-group tour. Meet your guide right in the market, chat with local producers, and then head to an intimate restaurant. You’ll taste several different wines alongside a French cheese plate, and will learn about the art of pairing from the restaurant’s chef.

Start your Paris vacation in style with a private arrival transfer from Charles de Gaulle airport. With a prepaid private transfer, there will be no waiting around at the airport—your driver will meet you on arrival, help with your luggage, and take you directly to your central Paris hotel in the comfort of private, air-conditioned vehicle.

See the major sights of Paris from the water on a hop-on hop-off Seine boat cruise. With either a 1- or 2-day ticket, glide leisurely along the river, hopping off and on when you wish to visit the attractions that most interest you, such as the Eiffel Tower, Musée d'Orsay, the Louvre and Notre Dame. Or simply stay on the boat to admire Paris’ World Heritage-listed riverbanks.

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.