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Paris French Macarons Small Group Baking Class with a Chef

4.8 · 130 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 95% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by Meeting the French Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, French
Start & pickup
15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Make macarons from start to finish in a chef's Parisian apartment with up to eight participants, choosing flavors together.

Utensils, an apron, the recipe and a takeaway box are included; the class cannot accommodate almond allergies. 4.76 from 130 reviews at €181 per person for 3h.

In our comparison: #70 of 88 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €181 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Professional French chef as your host
  • A copy of the recipe to share with your friends back home (or keep all to yourself!
  • Take away a box of homemade macarons
  • Use of apron and cooking utensils
  • Small group cooking class (maximum 8 people)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Children from €181 (ages 6 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.8
130 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 124 of 130

Star breakdown of all 130 ratings

5 stars
111 · 85%
4 stars
13 · 10%
3 stars
2 · 2%
2 stars
2 · 2%
1 star
2 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the baking tips and macarons, though some find the class more demonstration than practice.

Praised

  • Clear explanations of macaron techniques and practical baking tips
  • Patient teaching that includes children and less experienced bakers
  • Welcoming home kitchens and personal attention in small groups
  • Macarons praised for their flavour, with plenty to take away

Complaints

  • Some mainly watched the chef, while others took part throughout the baking process
  • Some did not receive promised recipes, while others received them by email
  • Some found the kitchen uncomfortably hot

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (18 October 2014 to 19 August 2025). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Your class will take place at a chef's apartment within Paris city limits. You will be sent the name of your chef, their full address and directions to the apartment via email shortly after booking. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
15:00, daily except Sun; 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
Meeting the French; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Macarons, a famous French dessert since the beginning of the 20th century, may seem daunting to make; but don't fear! With our expert chef, you'll learn the steps from start to finish to make the perfect French-style macaron. In this 3-hour class that takes place in the chef's own Parisian apartment, you'll select 2-3 flavors with the other participants, roll up your sleeves, and get to work. You'll get to leave with a box of your homemade macarons (if there are any left!), and your chef will share with you their own personal recipe by email, so that you can make macarons once back home.

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

Good to know

  • Children from €181 ages 6 to 11

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #70 of 88 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €20 to €250, median €99; typical length 2h 30m. 14 of 88 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 88 Food Tours

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