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Paris Macaron Baking Activity in a Real Pâtisserie

Recommended by 95% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Paris, France
Great choice
5+ bookings last month.
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Lori_S ·
Jul 2026
Paulette, our instructor was a fabulous teacher. Very knowledgeable and gave us tips and tricks for at home. She made the time enjoyable by keeping conversation going during the process. Our macarons were delicious!
· Lorna_W ·
Jul 2026
It is a completely hands on experience! You learn technique in a fun relaxed bakery setting. Paulette was our instructor and was kind, a wonderful teacher, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

Overview

Macarons are a firm French favorite, but they are notoriously difficult to make. This small-group class in Paris pairs you with a professional pâtissier who teaches you the secrets to getting them right. Whip the meringue and pipe the shells and choose classic or seasonal flavors for your fillings, then box up your creations to enjoy.
  • Get a taste of Parisian culinary tradition in this small-group macaron class
  • Leave with the skills to make authentic French macarons at home
  • Start with a drink of your choice and a treat before you bake
  • Get 1:1 tuition in an intimate small-group setting

What's Included

  • A fully hands-on macaron baking class led by a professional pastry chef.
  • A welcome treat and a drink of your choice—coffee, tea, or juice—to start your experience.
  • All premium ingredients and the use of professional baking tools and equipment, including an apron.
  • A beautiful box of colorful macarons made by your own hands to take home and enjoy.
  • Leave Paris with a new macaron skill, cherished memories, and the sweet taste of your own creations.
  • Intimate class sizes. Reserve your spot and discover the true art of French pâtisserie!
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 25 Rue de Bretagne, 75003 Paris, France

    Please arrive 15 minutes early for a smooth start. Let the bakery staff know you're here for the class, and they'll guide you. The workshop begins on time, and we cannot guarantee entry for latecomers.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.11:00 am

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Junpei_Y
This was an excellent and fun experience to make our own macarons. Paulette (our instructor) was so informative and she made this a fun experience for all. We had a great time! Highly recommend for others.

Reviews

4.9
based on 20 reviews
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We did it!

Shona_M, Aug 2026
What a fantastic class we had with ‘Laura’. She is quite the expert and took us from complete novices to producing amazing looking and tasting macarons. We had great fun and learnt so much. Laura went above and beyond for us - it was awesome! We took home a huge box of macarons and shared them with friends!

Response from Host, Aug 2026

We’re delighted to hear Laura made your macaron class such a fantastic experience! Her expertise, patience, and dedication clearly helped turn complete beginners into confident macaron makers. It’s wonderful to know you had so much fun, learned plenty, and even had enough macarons to share with friends! Thank you for the lovely feedback. We’ll be sure to pass it along to Laura!

Macaron class

Melanie_V, Aug 2026
We loved it! Our instructor Lora was extremely helpful and very nice and helped us make delicious macarons! The other group did not show up, so we ended up having a really nice private lesson.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

We're delighted to hear you had such a great time with Lora. It's wonderful that her helpful and friendly guidance made your macaron class so enjoyable, and we're glad the private lesson made the experience even more special. We hope you enjoy making delicious macarons again at home!

Amazing experience. 10 out of 10

Lorna_W, Jul 2026
It is a completely hands on experience! You learn technique in a fun relaxed bakery setting. Paulette was our instructor and was kind, a wonderful teacher, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

We're thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic hands-on baking experience! It's wonderful to know you enjoyed learning new techniques in a fun and relaxed bakery setting. We're delighted that Paulette's kindness, knowledge, and teaching made the class so memorable. We'll be sure to share your wonderful feedback with her. Thank you for your recommendation!

Paulette, our instructor...

Lori_S, Jul 2026
Paulette, our instructor was a fabulous teacher. Very knowledgeable and gave us tips and tricks for at home. She made the time enjoyable by keeping conversation going during the process. Our macarons were delicious!

Response from Host, Aug 2026

We're so pleased to hear you had such a wonderful baking experience with Paulette! It's fantastic to know her knowledge, helpful tips, and engaging teaching style made the class both enjoyable and memorable. We're especially glad you loved the macarons you made! We'll be sure to share your lovely feedback with Paulette. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review!

Paulette was a splendid...

Catherine_F, Jul 2026
Paulette was a splendid instructor! She was very knowledgeable and patient (there was a 7 year old in the class). Patisserie staff was friendly.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so happy to hear that Paulette provided such a knowledgeable and patient experience, creating a welcoming environment for everyone in the class. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Paulette and our Patisserie team.

Learn to make macaroons

yvonne_b, Jul 2026
A fun experience for our family. Very hands on in the actual bakery we had a wonderful teacher/ chef who guided us through each step. She was attentive to each in our group. In the end, We all appreciate the effort it takes for all the beautiful pastries we see in the Paris windows.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

We're so glad to hear your family had such a fun and hands-on experience at the bakery! It's wonderful to know your instructor provided attentive guidance throughout the class and helped everyone enjoy the process. Thank you for taking the time to share your lovely feedback. We're delighted you left with a new appreciation for the craftsmanship behind Parisian pastries!

It was ok.

Haley_R, Jul 2026
Was much more for adults than kids. Our kids got bored so that was disappointing. Chef was very knowledgeable and kind.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Dear Haley, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the class didn't meet your children's expectations. While many families have told us their children thoroughly enjoyed and stayed engaged throughout the experience, we understand that every child has different interests and attention spans. We're glad to hear you found the chef knowledgeable and kind, and we truly appreciate your comments as they help us continue improving our experiences for guests of all ages.

We had a great...

Maria_M, Jul 2026
We had a great experience! Macarons are tough to make and the class set up made it approachable. We enjoyed being able to go through all of the steps with the instructions on how to perfect the techniques at home. We had an 11 year old and a 16 year old and both were engaged.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a great experience. It's wonderful to know the class made the art of making macarons approachable and gave you the confidence to recreate them at home. We're especially glad that both your 11-year-old and 16-year-old were engaged and enjoyed the experience. Thank you for your wonderful review!

Loved Jess!

Samia_G, Jul 2026
Jess was wonderful! Very inviting, made us very comfortable and gave us the perfect amount of instructions for a successful baking session, we were proud of ourselves! She was cheery and fun and clearly loves what she does! The kitchen was spotless and very impressive set uo

Response from Host, Jul 2026

We're so happy to hear you had such a wonderful experience with Jess! It's great to know she made you feel comfortable, guided you so well, and helped make the baking session both fun and rewarding. Thank you for your kind feedback—we're delighted you enjoyed the class and the kitchen setup!

Fun class for the whole family!

Jordan_H, Jun 2026
We had the best time at the macaron baking class!! It was the perfect thing to do on a hot day in Paris. My daughters (16, 14, and 12) loved it too! Jessita was wonderful and did a great job teaching us and helping with the process. We got to bring home our delicious macarons too! Fun day!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

We’re so glad to hear you had such a fun macaron class with Jessita! It’s wonderful that the hands-on baking, especially on a hot day, was such a hit with your daughters and that you all enjoyed taking home your own delicious creations. Thanks for sharing your experience!

Great mother, daughter experience!

Stephanie_H, Jun 2026
Our instructor was very knowledgeable and guided us through the process making it a fun and enjoyable experience. Would definitely recommend!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

We’re glad to hear it was such a special mother-daughter experience and that your instructor made the process fun and enjoyable with their knowledge and guidance. It’s wonderful that you would recommend it.

This was an excellent and...

Junpei_Y, Mar 2026
This was an excellent and fun experience to make our own macarons. Paulette (our instructor) was so informative and she made this a fun experience for all. We had a great time! Highly recommend for others.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

We’re so glad to hear you had such an enjoyable time making your own macarons. It’s wonderful to know Paulette’s informative and engaging approach made the experience fun for everyone. Thank you for your recommendation!

Highly recommend this fun activity.

Jeanette_P, Mar 2026
Very hands on experience. Small group (5) made it fun and easy. We learned a lot and left with 40 macarons. Super great activity. (Our group included 18-74, all adults)

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you enjoyed the hands-on format and the small group setting, which made it both fun and engaging for everyone. It’s great to know you learned a lot and went home with some delicious macarons!

Learng to make Macarons

Silvestra_H, Jan 2026
We have a great time learning to make macarons. Paulette is very friendly and knowledgeable and made us feel very comfortable. My family enjoyed our time making macarons.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so happy to hear that Paulette made the class welcoming and enjoyable, and that your whole family had a great time learning to make macarons. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for another delicious experience.

Making macarons

norman_m, Mar 2026
Superb experience in making macarons. Good atmosphere , to do as a couple or family. We recommend this experience 100%
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Response from Host, Mar 2026

We’re delighted to hear you had such a wonderful time making macarons. It’s great to know the atmosphere made it enjoyable for both couples and families alike. Thank you for your recommendation!

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