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Paris Small-Group Macaron Making Class with a French Chef

4.8 · 82 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 93% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by Patisserie a la Carte Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
14:00, 18:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Make macarons using Italian meringue and prepare chocolate ganaches in a small shared group of up to six.

A pastry chef, equipment, recipes, tea or coffee and take-home bags are included; children aged twelve and up must each attend with a registered adult. 4.83 from 82 reviews at €95 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #58 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: €95 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Small groups of maximum 6 participants
  • Professional French pastry Chef
  • To celebrate our 13th anniversary we’re happy to offer you our “Everyday Gourmet French Tarts” eBook
  • Tea and coffee
  • English language copy of the recipes. Aprons. All cooking equipment.
  • Take home bags
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.8
82 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 76 of 82

Star breakdown of all 82 ratings

5 stars
74 · 90%
4 stars
2 · 2%
3 stars
6 · 7%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise clear instruction and their finished macarons, though some find the instructor disengaged.

Praised

  • Clear, patient instruction that makes macaron techniques easier to follow
  • Baking tips that help guests recreate the macarons at home
  • Small classes with individual help from the chef
  • Tasty macarons to take home after baking
  • An engaging activity for families with children and teenagers

Complaints

  • Some find the chef welcoming, while others describe a disengaged instructor
  • Shared workstations leave some guests wanting more individual participation

Written by Guidekin from the 80 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (21 July 2015 to 18 August 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
14:00, 18:00 daily; scheduled through November 2026 (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
Patisserie a la Carte; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Children

  • Minimum age 12. Children must attend with a registered adult : 1 adult per child

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Age 13+ Minimum age 12. Children must attend with a…

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

Compared with other Food Tours

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This tour · #58 of 88€952h 30m4.83 (82)shared
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Paris Cooking Class: Learn How to Make Macarons€1293h4.97 (687)shared

Ranked #58 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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