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title: Croissant Baking Class, Mastering the Art with a Pastry Chef
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city: Paris
country: France
price: 119
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rating: 4.96
reviews: 154
duration_minutes: 180
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guidekin_pick: Croissant technique?
rank_in_category: 17 of 87 (Food Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-01
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# Croissant Baking Class, Mastering the Art with a Pastry Chef

**Guidekin's take:** Three hours devoted to the croissant alone, going deep on lamination technique with a pastry chef in a warm studio setting. For anyone who wants to actually master the layers, not just watch them happen.

**Croissant technique?:** Choose the standard Croissant Baking Class: lamination in 3h at €119 per person, 4.96 from 154 reviews; minimum age seventeen. Trade-off: Kneading requires strength. (last checked September 15, 2026)

In our comparison: #17 of 87 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Our activity offers a unique flavour that blends the richness of tradition with the excitement of hands-on learning. Much like the layers of a croissant, our experience unfolds with depth and complexity, inviting participants to delve into the intricacies of French pastry making.

Just as a croissant tantalizes the taste buds with its buttery aroma and delicate texture, our class engages all the senses, immersing participants in a culinary journey they won't soon forget. From the moment you step into our studio, you'll be enveloped in the comforting warmth of a welcoming environment, where the passion for pastry and the joy of creation are palpable.

Like the flaky layers of a croissant, our activity is multi-dimensional, offering a balance of instruction and hands-on experience. You'll learn the time-honoured techniques of pastry making from our expert chef, who will guide you through each step with patience and expertise.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please proceed directly to the clearly…
- Starts 09:30: one departure a day
- Food included: see what is included
- Age 17+: Participants need to be 17 years of age and above.…

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €119 per person for the Croissant Baking Class, Mastering the Art with a Pastry Chef option; other options up to €135
- Duration: 3h
- Rating: 4.96/5 from 154 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Studio Pâtisserie
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 09:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01

## Reviews

4.96 from 154 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 153 of 154.

- 5 stars: 149 (97%)
- 4 stars: 4 (3%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise clear, practical teaching and the pastries they make; some find the pace rushed.

**Praised:**
- Patient instructors give clear demonstrations and help with technique
- Small classes allow individual attention and plenty of questions
- Practical experience mixing, folding and shaping croissant dough
- Fresh croissants and pains au chocolat to eat and take away

**Complaints:**
- Some find the pace rushed, with many steps to follow
- Some want more detailed instructions or videos to help recreate the pastries at home

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-02-23 to 2026-10-01); last checked 2026-10-03.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croissant Baking Class, Mastering the Art with a Pastry Chef | €119 / person | English | - |
| Bi-Color Croissant with a Chef | €135 / person | English | Elevate your pastry skills with our exclusive Bi-color Croissant Baking Class! |

## What's included

- Box to take your pastries away at the end
- All ingredients and baking equipment
- Digital recipes to recreate everything at home
- Tasting of fresh pastries made during the class
- Coffee and/or Tea

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Please proceed directly to the clearly marked meeting point with the store name. The doors will open 15 minutes prior to the start time. Kindly ensure you are not late, as entry will be denied for arrivals more than 10 minutes after the start time.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJwVUPFKFv5kcRpIe9qyKL0i0

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Participants need to be 17 years of age and above. Strength is needed to knead the dough.

## Compared with other Food Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #17 of 87** | €119 | 3h | 4.96 (154) | shared |
| [French Wine, Champagne And Cheese Tasting Paris SECRET WINE DOOR](/france/paris/tours/french-wine-champagne-and-cheese-tasting-paris-secret-wine-door/?format=md) | €89 | 2h | 4.99 (494) | shared |
| [Paris Cooking Class and Lunch with Wine plus Market Visit Option](/france/paris/tours/paris-cooking-class-and-lunch-with-wine-plus-market-visit-option/?format=md) | €199 | 6h | 4.96 (1158) | shared |
| [Paris Cooking Class: Learn How to Make Macarons](/france/paris/tours/paris-cooking-class-learn-how-to-make-macarons/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.97 (687) | shared |

Ranked #17 of 87 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €20 to €250, median €98; typical length 2h 30m. 14 of 87 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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