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Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class
4.7(57)Paris2 hours
VIATOR4.2(13)TRIPADVISOR4.9(44)
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$114 / person
Location
Paris, France
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 57 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 8
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
ExperienceFirst
Meeting point
Please meet your guide inside the bakery at this address: Chez Manon, 25 Rue de Bretagne, 75003, Paris. Upon entering, please ask the bakery staff for the macaron tour. They will point you in the right direction. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early.
Description
Learn to make authentic French macarons from a pastry expert, and enjoy a delicious macaron tasting session. You’ll take home a box of your personalized macarons, the ultimate Parisian souvenir.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
2:00 PM and 5:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 12+)
$114
Child (ages 5–11)
$114
Infant (ages 0–4)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:41 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class in Paris
What's included
Included
Macaron tasting and refreshments
Personalized macarons to take home with you
Hands-on macaron class
Local pâtisserie expert
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
57 reviews
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How it compares in Paris
Starting price $114 is 12% above the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Paris
Excurgo comparison of 4,613 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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.
This tour requires you to be able to stand for an extended period of time.
Plan to show up 15 minutes early. This experience starts promptly, and you may not be able to join if you arrive late.
We follow a set recipe with various flavor options and can't make substitutions. The macarons use both dairy and almond powder. While they are gluten-free, the bakery uses wheat in other products and is not a gluten-free facility.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class take?
Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class cost?
Prices start at $114 per person for this Paris experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
How much does Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $114, adults from $114. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please meet your guide inside the bakery at this address: Chez Manon, 25 Rue de Bretagne, 75003, Paris. Upon entering, please ask the bakery staff for the macaron tour. They will point you in the right direction. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
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.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Paris Behind the Scenes Macaron Baking Class worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 57 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by ExperienceFirst.
Reviews(57)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Yogagig
September 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
C’était parfait
My daughter and I were the only attendees in the class so we enjoyed a private experience. We met in a working boulangerie and learned how to make macarons in their pastry kitchen. This made the experience even better! Jess is very knowledgable, friendly and answered all of our questions. We got to take home the macarons we made! Parfait!
Operator response
Parfait, indeed! Sounds like you got the VIP pastry treatment! We’re so happy you and your daughter enjoyed learning the secrets behind those little French beauties—and even happier that you got to take your delicious creations home! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Jess. Merci beaucoup for the wonderful review, and we hope you’re still enjoying the macarons!
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T2662EYshawnc
August 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun event for our family!
Lots of fun for me and my family! Macarons came out amazing!
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you and your family had a great time. It's wonderful to hear the macarons turned out so well! 😊
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margiekruse
August 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience
It was a very fun and informative class. jess did a great job explaining and demonstrating. And we Took home yummy macarons! IT was great!
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! It’s wonderful to hear that Jess did such a great job demonstrating and explaining the baking process. We always want our guests to leave with great memories (and great pastries!), so we're thrilled you enjoyed the class and the yummy macarons you took home.
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heatherrU8807IY
July 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Informative Baking Class
Patient teacher and fun for the family!
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear you and your family had a great time during your class. A patient instructor, plenty of laughs, and delicious macarons are the perfect recipe for a memorable experience! We hope to welcome you back for another sweet adventure in Paris soon.
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annehillgaardp
July 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
My brought teenager felt too old on the team.
For general expectation vote: A good experience intended for parents and children more than it is a course. The ingredients were balanced. All set out.
And the critical (for us also interesting parts of the process) was the director himself - without involving us others.
The instructor was sweet and outward. Everything was done in English.
Operator response
Tak fordi du delte din oplevelse med os! Vi er glade for at høre, at du nød vores instruktør, og vi sætter pris på din betænksomme feedback. Dine kommentarer hjælper os med at forbedre os, og vi er taknemmelige for, at du har valgt at deltage. Vi håber at byde dig velkommen tilbage en dag!
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Vanessa_B
July 2, 2026 · via Viator
Too expensive for a limited experience.
We paid over $600 for our family of 5 (2 adults, 3 teens) to make macarons. When we arrived, our instructor was very nice and did a great job explaining the process, but only 2 work stations were set up for our group despite the experience description saying we had to sign up (and pay) per person, parents could not just come and watch. I asked about this but was told we were going to be working as teams.
This meant 5 of us took turns stirring 2 bowls, piping etc, which was not what we were expecting for that price tag- we were all looking forward to making our own batch.
We are not a big chocolate family and were a bit bummed to find out chocolate was the only ‘filling’ available. This was nowhere in the description- we would have booked elsewhere if it did. Our instructor explained that this was because of prep time, but we took another macaron class years ago (where everyone had their own individual) workstation and we were able to choose from a variety of fruit flavors in addition to the chocolate option, without the class being much longer. The ‘base of the filling’ was also prepped by the instructor, similar to here, except we finished it up ourselves instead of the instructor just handing us a bowl.
I emailed the instructor afterwards to share our thoughts before posting the review, but did not hear back.
All in all we enjoyed the experience as a family, but for the amount we paid you should have a workstation set up for each individual, especially since you insist on each individual paying over $120.
Operator response
Hi Vannesa,
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the experience as a family and that our instructor made a positive impression. We're sorry that the class setup and filling options didn't fully match your expectations. Your comments are valuable and have been shared with our team as we continually review and improve our guest experience. We appreciate you joining us and wish you all the best on your future travels.
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AAM0404
June 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun family experience
We had a wonderful experience. The class was fun and light. We loved the macarons and will look forward to enjoying them tonight.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback! We are thrilled to hear that your family had such a fun time and that you enjoyed the macarons. We hope they were a delicious treat for your evening
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saramH3408PJ
June 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience!
My husband and I were looking for an experience different than the usual tourist attractions. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and explained each step of the process clearly. There was no doubt we would be successful making macarons for the first time with her support.
Operator response
Thank you for the lovely review! We're so happy you and your husband traded the usual sightseeing for some sweet baking fun. We're thrilled your guide helped make your first macarons a success. Hope to see you back for another delicious adventure!
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ctaupier
June 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great family activity!!.
We booked this class for our travel group with ages 15-94.
Jess was amazingly patient and skilled at keeping us on task to make delicious macaroons. It’s a small group and we got to meet other travelers that were in our group.
We got to make three colors or macaroons and three different fillings.
Book this activity and enjoy your macroons !!!
Operator response
Thank you for the glowing review and the high recommendation! We are thrilled that your whole family had such a fun time and that Jess made the experience enjoyable and easy to follow. Crafting three different colors and fillings is quite an accomplishment, and we hope you are enjoying the delicious results. We hope to see you back in Paris soon!
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toodles54154
June 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent and delicious!
Excellent way to discover macaroons! Jess was full of info and just amazing
Operator response
Yay! Jess really knows how to make macarons even more delicious with all her fun facts. Thanks for joining us—we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Jess! Cheers to more fun experiences.
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