The 8 Best Perfume Workshops in Nice & Grasse

1.Monaco & Eze Small-Group Day Trip with Perfumery Visit from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 847 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $135Our pick

Travel from Nice in a comfortable eight-seat Mercedes minivan with a driver-guide such as Ian, Noé, Francesca, or Thierry. Explore medieval Eze, tour Fragonard, then enjoy free time in Monaco and Monte Carlo, including a drive around part of the Formula One circuit.

“It was a beautiful showcase of the region. Our tour guide, Pierre, was attentive and provided excellent information throughout the day. He helped fulfil our dream to drive on part of the Formula One Circuit-which was the highlight for us. We had free time in each stop and Pierre gave suggestions and directions to get the most out of each. We really enjoyed the Fragomand Perfumery tour, selecting some delightful fragrances to take home. The weather was perfect, which added to our enjoyment. Thankyou for a wonderful tour.”

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2.Fragonard Eze: Perfume Making Class and Factory Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 743 reviews · 45 min · from $36Best value

At Fragonard Èze, an English-speaking guide introduces French perfume making, leads you through the factory, and helps you blend a 12ml Eau de Toilette around the Flower of the Year. Expect a scenic village setting, hands-on scent work, and a boutique visit afterward.

“Very good, great guide and fully recommend this to anyone.”

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3.Discovery Perfume Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 637 reviews · from $57

At Maison Molinard in Nice, a French or English-speaking perfumer guides you through 40 essences, from first scent tests to a balanced top, heart, and base note. You leave with a 30ml Eau de Parfum, your own formula, and a practical introduction to perfume making.

“I loved it was really fun and didn't take too much time”

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4.Provence Countryside Small Group Day Trip with Grasse Perfumery Visit from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 613 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $135

Ride in a comfortable eight-seat Mercedes minivan from central Nice to Cannes, Grasse, Gourdon, Tourrettes-sur-Loup, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence. An English-speaking driver-guide such as Antoine, Nora, Thierry, or Pierre provides local commentary, with a Fragonard perfumery visit and hotel pickup included.

“Rolf was an excellent guide , very informative. Got to go on stage at Cannes, had a wonderful meal in Aix en Provence.”

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5.1-hour Perfume Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 414 reviews · from $96

At Molinard’s boutique in central Nice, you’ll smell 90 essences, learn how perfume is built, and blend a 50ml scent with expert help. Guides including Leya and Irina have led sessions in French and English. Take home your bottle, diploma, and formula for future reorders.

“I highly recommend this perfume making experience. It was a lot of fun to be able to create your own scent. If I ever return to Nice, I will absolutely do this again to create another signature perfume! Thank you for a great experience.”

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6.Molinard Classic Perfume Workshop in Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 363 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $107

At Molinard’s Nice boutique, Florence or another expert instructor guides you through perfume basics and helps you blend top, middle, and base notes from 90 scents. In about one hour, you fill a 50 ml eau de parfum bottle, receive a diploma, and keep the formula for future orders.

“It’s a lot of fun and great for teenagers and the whole family. Went here two years in a row. We loved it each time. Some of the scents change every year”

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7.Grasse perfumery Fragonard, Gourdon, Tourettes Sur Loup, Saint Paul De Vence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133Top rated

Travel from Nice with guide Philippe to Fragonard’s Grasse perfume factory and the hill villages of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Tourrettes-sur-Loup, and Gourdon. You get hotel or city-center pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, village time, and a guided factory visit in a small group of up to eight.

“This tour with Phillippe was fantastic! I recommend it *very* highly; it was our favorite day for the 2 weeks we spent in France and Italy. Phillippe has designed a very lovely tour to share with area visitors. Each stop is both lovely and unique. We have wonderful memories. Thank you Phillippe!”

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8.Perfume Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $78

At Parfum et Vous in central Nice, Caroline, Sasha, Catalina, or another member of the perfume team guides you through fragrance history, scent theory, and the art of blending. You will test different notes, create a 30 ml Eau de Parfum, and leave with a personal souvenir.

“This was an extremely unique experience that was hands down 10/10. Caroline was so knowledgeable, personable, and kind. She knew EXACTLY what she was doing and certainly went the extra mile to ensure your happiness with your final product. If you're in Nice, DEFINITELY don't miss out on this Wonderful experience!”

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