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Learning To Make Macarons in Paris With Kids

Learning To Make Macarons in Paris With Kids

Last updated: October 26, 2026. This update checks selected museum and park planning details, including access and session information; the family’s macaron-class experience remains historical. Date information added October 28, 2026.

Originally published January 3, 2024. The class details below describe our family’s visit. Provider schedules and offers can change, so check current details before booking.

We learned to make macarons with our kids during a family visit to Paris. The class gave us a chance to spend time together and learn about French pastry. Try our lemon macaron recipe and tips if you’d like to bake them at home.

Choosing a Macaron-Making Class in Paris

We took a macaron-making class together in Paris. This guide links a macaron class listing. Before booking, confirm the venue, age rules, language, allergens, length, and cancellation terms.

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Tools for Making Macarons

If you’re making macarons at home, this guide’s equipment list may be useful. A class may provide its own supplies, so check with the instructor before buying anything.

• Mixer
• Food kitchen scale
• Candy Thermometer
• Saucepan
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Parchment paper
• Piping bags (at least two) and piping tips: #6 (6 mm diameter) for the filling and #8 (8 mm diameter) for the batter
• Hand-made Template for Cookies

What Children May Do in a Macaron Class

Macaron classes vary, so ask the instructor which steps children can try. Here are the main stages, along with details we remember from our own session.

• Ingredient preparation: A class may involve measuring ingredients such as almond flour, egg whites, sugar, and food coloring. Ask the provider what children can take part in.
• Macaronage: This is the folding of the almond mixture into the meringue. Whether children try this step depends on the class format and instructor.
• Piping and shaping: We made yellow-green shells to match lemon, our chosen flavor. The shapes and coloring options in another class may differ.
• Filling and assembling: Some classes include filling and assembling shells. Check the current listing to see which steps are part of the session you book.
• Decorating: We cut out different colored shapes, including hearts, stars, and the Eiffel Tower.

A Pastry-Making Experience in Paris

For us, learning about French pastry in Paris made the class especially memorable. If your session has a break while shells bake, ask the instructor whether there’s enough time to step away.

Making Macarons as a Family

One of my favorite parts was getting to make something together. Baking is meticulous. I remember how excited our kids were to make their own macaron toppers!

The Macarons We Took Home

We took home the sweet treats we made in class. Sharing macarons over hot chocolate or tea is a lovely way to end a baking session.

Paris Hotel Ideas

These three hotels were included as Paris stay ideas. Compare their current locations, facilities, and room options with your itinerary before booking.

• Hotel du Cadran is one option to compare.

• Hotel Duminy Vendome is another option.

• Padam Hôtel is also worth comparing with your itinerary.

More Things to Do in Paris With Kids

Here are some Paris activities to consider. Provider listings can change, so check current dates, locations, age rules, and inclusions before booking.

• Consider a Disneyland Paris ticket offer.
• See Paris from the road and river on a City and River Seine Tour. Check the provider’s current route, schedule, language options, and child rules.
• Try a bread-making class in Paris; confirm its length and availability with the provider.
• Explore by bike on a City Treasures Bike Tour. Check current age, height, equipment, and route requirements with the operator.
• Make your own scent at a Perfume Creation Workshop. Age limits, schedule, and inclusions depend on the current listing.

Paris Planning Tips for Families

Paris has a range of family activities, but hours, access, booking rules, and age suitability vary by venue and date. These are ideas to check against current official information and your family’s needs.

1. The Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature offers a family-museum option; see its museum page for current details. Cité des Enfants at the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie is another option; confirm age groups, sessions, and booking advice in the official links below.
2. Two park ideas in this guide are the Luxembourg Gardens and Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. The Luxembourg Garden adjusts its hours with daylight. The City of Paris currently lists renovation work and restricted areas at Buttes-Chaumont; check the official links below before visiting.
3. Seine River cruise: See Paris from the water on a Seine River cruise. Check the operator for current route, language, duration, and child information.
4. Pastries and ice cream: A bakery or ice cream stop can be a fun family option; choose based on your group’s tastes and dietary needs.
5. Stroller or baby carrier: If you plan to bring a stroller, check the surfaces and accessibility of your specific route and venues; a carrier may suit some plans better.
6. French phrases: You may enjoy learning a few simple phrases together before your trip; how useful they are will depend on the situation.
7. Bring essentials: Consider items such as sunscreen, hats, and comfortable walking shoes, based on the season and plans.

Xoxo,

Leslie

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Current venue details: Check official Cité des Sciences visitor information for Cité des Sciences hours and session guidance, family visits and workshops for Musée de la Chasse family programs, Luxembourg Garden for Luxembourg Garden opening times, and Buttes-Chaumont access updates before planning a visit.