15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
A three hour pastry class in a chef's private workshop in central Lyon where you bake, pick up insider tips and take home everything you make.
Juice, tea and coffee are provided and you may bring your own wine; the address arrives with the confirmation. 4.82 from 93 reviews at €127 per person.
Thierry is a talented chef with his own private workshop in central Lyon
Snacks
Juice, tea & coffee provided but guests are welcome to BYOB (Bring Your Own Booze)
Coffee and/or Tea
Learn insider baking tips from a professional and local Lyon chef
Alcohol (Guests can bring their own alcohol)
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
Reviews
4.8
93 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 89 of 93
Star breakdown of all 93 ratings
5 stars
84 · 90%
4 stars
5 · 5%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
4 · 4%
1 star
0 · 0%
What reviewers say
Reviewers enjoy the baking and finished pastries; some report rude or inappropriate behaviour towards women.
Praised
Many find the instructions clear and easy for novice bakers to follow
Many enjoy the chef's humour and energetic teaching style
Tasty finished pastries, boxed to take home and share
Stories about Lyon and its food traditions alongside the baking
A sociable atmosphere, including for people attending alone
Complaints
Some enjoy the simple recipes, while others want more detailed baking instruction
Some enjoy the chef's humour, while others report rude or inappropriate behaviour towards women
Some reviewers wanted recipes or written guidance to repeat the baking at home
Written by Guidekin from the 86 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (30 March 2024 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.
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15:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
eatwith; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
During the class, you'll learn about the ingredients used and Thierry's insider pastry making tips and tricks for creating the perfect ones. His passion and talent for baking, combined with his sense of humor, will make for an enjoyable and educational experience and brighten up your day!
Sip on a cold glass of juice, tea, or coffee during the class, or bring your own drinks! Learn to make pastries in Lyon with Thierry and then take home everything you make, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Accessibility
Public transportation options are available nearby
⚠️THE FULL ADDRESS WILL BE ON YOUR CONFIRMATION VOUCHER UNDER THE "BEFORE YOU GO" SECTION.
Guests need to communicate if they have any food restrictions (allergy, special diet, etc.)
Good to know
Food included see what is included
Age 6+ minimum age to join
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.