Paris Pastry & Macaron Classes
There is no better city to learn French pastry: fold and laminate a real croissant, pipe delicate macarons in a chef’s atelier, or master éclairs and tarts – often near a historic market, and always finished by eating (and boxing up) what you made. This is our Paris pastry hub. Compare the top-rated classes below and read our notes.
Top-rated pastry classes in Paris
The best pastry and macaron classes to book in Paris
The most booked baking classes in Paris, compared: croissants, macarons and French pastry with a pastry chef. You take home what you make.
| Experience | Length | Rating (reviews) | Best for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Croissant Baking Class with a Chef | 2.5 hours | 4.9 (1,148) | Croissants | Check availability |
| French Macaron Class with a Chef | 2.5 hours | 4.9 (727) | Macarons | Check availability |
| Macaron Class at Galeries Lafayette | 1.5 hours | 4.3 (1,446) | Short and central | Check availability |
| Macaron Baking Class for Families and Kids | 2 hours | 4.8 (542) | Families | Check availability |
| French Baking Experience: Bread, Croissant or Macaron | 2 hours | 4.7 (477) | Choose what to bake | Check availability |
| Macaron Baking Class in Central Paris | 2.5 hours | 5.0 (282) | Top score | Check availability |
Our pick: the French Croissant Baking Class with a Chef, rated 4.9 from 1,148 reviews on GetYourGuide.
Ratings and review counts as shown on GetYourGuide in October 2026. Check the listing for live prices and availability.
How to choose
The croissant class with a chef is the most reviewed; the macaron class with a chef is the best-rated macaron lesson. The macaron class at Galeries Lafayette is short, central and cheaper. With children, book the macaron class for families.
Formats: macaron workshops (the Paris classic); croissant and viennoiserie/laminated-dough classes; éclair, tart and choux classes; French-patisserie masterclasses with a professional chef.
What you’ll make: macarons, croissants and pains au chocolat, éclairs, tartes and other patisserie – to eat there and take home.
Learn the art of French pastry
Paris is the world capital of patisserie, and a hands-on class is a joy. The signature is the macaron – the fiddly, meringue-based sandwich cookie that takes real technique – and workshops walk you through piping, resting and filling your own. Others tackle laminated dough: the butter-folding that makes a proper croissant and pain au chocolat. There are éclair, choux and tarte classes too, many led by professional pastry chefs in a Paris atelier.
Choosing a class
Decide what you most want to master – macarons for the challenge and the photos, croissants for the skill, a mixed patisserie class for variety. Most run two to three hours, are beginner-friendly and in English, and you box up what you make. Pair it with a Paris cooking class or a Paris food tour, and see the city’s sweets in our Paris patisserie guide.
FAQ about Paris Pastry & Macaron Classes
Frequently asked questions
Can you take a macaron class in Paris?
Yes - macaron workshops are among the most popular classes in Paris, walking you through piping, resting and filling your own batch to take home.
Can I learn to make croissants in Paris?
Yes - laminated-dough classes teach the butter-folding technique behind croissants and pains au chocolat, usually with a professional pastry chef.
How long is a Paris pastry class?
Most run two to three hours, are beginner-friendly and taught in English, and you eat and box up what you make.
Which pastry class is best in Paris?
On GetYourGuide the most booked is the French Croissant Baking Class with a Chef, rated 4.9 from 1,148 reviews. Also highly rated: the French Macaron Class with a Chef and the Macaron Class at Galeries Lafayette. The table above compares them by length, rating and who they suit.
What does a pastry class cost in Paris?
In October 2026 prices on GetYourGuide started from about €59 per person, and most of the top-rated options cost between €59 and €100. Longer experiences with a meal, private options and day trips cost more. Check the listing for the live price.