Where to Go Out: the 11 Best Cocktail Bar Tours in France

1.Marseille: Frioul Islands Sunset Cruise with Cocktail Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 300 reviews · 3h 30m · from $112Our pick

Spend 210 minutes aboard the historic sailing yacht Le Don du Vent, leaving from Pier 2 near Marseille City Hall. You will sail toward the Frioul Islands, anchor for swimming and snorkeling, then eat a fresh buffet with organic white wine and rosé. Crew members including Oliver and Samir may help make the evening feel warm and relaxed.

“Beautiful boat, friendly crew, plenty of food and drink. Overall well and truly exceeded expectations”

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2.Cocktails lessons in Speakeasy

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 72 reviews · 1 hour · from $44

Meet at Restaurant Prost near Place de la Bastille and ask for the speakeasy bar. In French or English, you’ll make three cocktails using shaking, stirring, and building techniques, then enjoy a charcuterie and cheese board. Tanguy and Simon are among the friendly staff named in guest feedback.

“Bon moment partagé en couple. C’est plus une dégustation de cocktail qu’un cours de cocktail. On nous fait faire les cocktails avec les checker et 3 recettes différentes donc 3 cocktails chacun avec une planche de charcuterie et de fromage. Moment qui dure plus de 2h car c’est en groupe. Donc le seul point négatif c’est le fait d’être presser car il y a des groupes après donc à revoir Sinon bonne expérience.”

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3.Marseille: Sunset Cruise Cocktail-Dinner in Frioul Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · from $94

Join the crew aboard Eleanor Mary for a small-group evening cruise from Marseille’s Old Port to the Frioul Islands. Expect a prosecco welcome, a fresh vegetarian buffet, organic white and rosé wine, swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding in a sheltered cove before returning beneath the lights of Notre-Dame de la Garde.

“The trip was amazing, fabulous wine and food, sunset was unbelievable. A fantastic way to see Marseille from a different angle. We sat on bean bags which we enjoyed but maybe difficult for others.”

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5.Cocktail Fantasia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $86Top rated

At 8 Cité Germain-Pilon in Montmartre, you will taste spirits, liqueurs, and flavors while blindfolded, identify your sensory profile, learn basic mixology, and create a cocktail in pairs. The session is private, offered in French or English, and includes a recipe booklet and creation cards. A mocktail option is available by request.

“At first we were a bit caught off guard by the way with all the coded doors (very typical for Paris, as we learned), but we were warmly welcomed and everything was really adapted to us. We learned a lot, had great fun under excellent guidance, and received many valuable tips about both cocktails and Paris. We definitely recommend this activity. Thank you so much for the exciting and wonderful experience and the attentive way to adapt to our group.”

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6.Paris After Dark: Speakeasy, Cocktails, Local Bars & Clubs

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 9 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $80

Start near Le Jip’s at 41 Rue St Denis, then follow a nightlife insider through Paris’s 11th, 12th, and 13th arrondissements. You’ll visit local bars, secret cocktail rooms, and possibly a club whose location is revealed that night. Mike and Deborah have led past outings, and English and French tours are available.

“This felt nothing like a tour but everything like discovering the city’s real nightlife. Amazing spots, great energy, and unforgettable people met along the way. If you want to experience Paris after dark the right way, book this experience”

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7.Shake, Mix & Sip: Cocktail Workshop in Old Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 1 hour · from $47

At Town bar on Rue Benoît Bunico, a professional bartender, including Valentin on some sessions, demonstrates a cocktail before guiding you through two drinks of your choice. You get a welcome tasting shot, all ingredients and tools, and practical mixology tips in English or French. The small-group workshop lasts one hour.

“On a adoré l’accueil sympathique et convivial, on a pu partager un moment agréable avec Valentin”

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8.Lyon: Cocktail workshop in your home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2h 30m · from $93

Florian brings a 17-year mixology background, all equipment, and ingredients to your home within 20 km of Lyon. In 150 minutes, your private group of 4 to 15 people makes two cocktails each, with recipes adapted to your tastes. Expect classic drinks, creative twists, alcohol-free options, and plenty of hands-on practice.

“Florian a su très vite nous mettre à l'aise et nous partager avec coeur sa passion ! Nous nous sommes régalées et nous avons appris plus sur l'univers des cocktails ! Son soucis du détail et sa bonne humeur était remarquable ! Si vous voulez passez un bon moment entre amis je vous recommande + + + !!!”

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9.Cocktail Candle Making

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 1h 30m · from $69

At Kimiko Craft Paris, Kim guides your private group of 2 to 8 through the making of colorful candles shaped like cute drinks. All supplies, snacks, tea or coffee, and workshop photos are included. You can choose from many colors and decorations, then take your finished candle home.

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10.Masterclass Cocktail in a Sumptuous Bar in Nice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Meet Nicolas at Saint Nicolas Nice in the old town for a 90-minute cocktail class. You’ll start with prosecco or a welcome cocktail, taste spirits, then make one classic and one signature drink using professional equipment. The group is capped at eight, and the class runs in English at 5 pm.

“Nicolas has a lovely place. Aesthetically designed and a great place to relax with good cocktails and company.”

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11.Bordeaux: Cocktail Workshop with a Professional Bartender

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $64

Spend two hours at Nektar in Bordeaux with head bartender Florian, learning shaker technique, measuring, garnish, and ingredient choice. You will make and taste one alcoholic cocktail and one mocktail, with shared food included. The class runs in English or French and suits couples, friends, colleagues, or solo participants.

“Quel kiff !!!!! Ne réfléchissez même plus et offrez vous cette activité, ou offrez la à votre conjoint, votre papy, votre dentiste, le vétérinaire de votre chat, qui vous voulez mais ALLEZ Y ! Les gérants sont exceptionnels, les cocktails à tomber par terre, et l’activité hyper complète et intéressante. Croyez moi, je reviendrai !”

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