11:00, 14:00, 17:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
Practise laminating dough, shaping a baguette and making croissants in a hands-on baking class near the Eiffel Tower.
Expert instruction and sweet and savoury tastings are included; expect extended standing and stairs to the bakery, with no lift. 4.81 from 139 reviews at €90 per person for 2h.
In our comparison: #11 of 25 in Eiffel Tower Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Children from €90 (ages 5 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
Reviews
4.8
139 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 133 of 139
Star breakdown of all 139 ratings
5 stars
127 · 91%
4 stars
6 · 4%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
2 · 1%
1 star
3 · 2%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise the teaching and baked goods to take home; some expected more baking from scratch.
Praised
Patient instructors who explain techniques and the reasons behind each baking step
French bread and pastry history woven into practical baking activities
Activities that keep children engaged and help beginners join in
A look inside a working bakery, with bakers preparing goods around the class
Tasty bread and cakes, with plenty of baked goods to take home
Complaints
Some enjoy shaping dough, while others find the use of prepared dough too limiting
Cramped work areas in a busy bakery can make moving around difficult
Some take croissants home, while others are disappointed they cannot keep the ones they roll
Some praise the instructors' skills, while others question their professional baking experience
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (27 September 2024 to 1 August 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Upon arrival at the bakery, please notify bakery staff that you're there for the baking class. They will point you in the right direction. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early. This experience starts promptly, and you may not be able to join if you arrive late. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
11:00, 14:00, 17:00 on Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat; scheduled through September 2027 (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
ExperienceFirst; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
Join a French baking expert for a hands-on class where you’ll learn how to laminate dough, shape a baguette, puff a croissant, and more, with sweet and savory tastings along the way!
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
This tour requires you to be able to stand for an extended period of time. It is 15 steps to the bakery on the 2nd floor with no elevator.
Children
Specialized infant seats are available
Children are allowed, but they must be accompanied by an adult. Kids under the age of 5 can join free of charge, but they won’t be able to participate in the hands-on baking experience due to safety concerns.
Accessibility
Strollers OK
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Good to know
Food included see what is included
Children from €90 ages 5 to 11
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ranked #11 of 25 in Eiffel Tower Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €31 to €280, median €77; typical length 2h. 5 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 25 Eiffel Tower Tours