The 12 best workshops to do in Marseille

What are the best workshops in Marseille? Between kitchen, pottery, woodwork, quickly discover the best experiences!

The workshops and trainings are very beautiful gift ideas. In addition to supporting local craftsmen, they offer your loved ones a human experience.

But how do we choose from the growing offer of workshops in the major cities? In this article, Wanderlix offers a selection of the 12 best workshops in Marseille. Kitchen, pottery, sewing, cosmetic, woodwork or vegetable composition... Whether you're looking for a unique experience or an original gift, you'll necessarily find your happiness in this top.

1. Sewing: make your accessories zero-waste

Zero-waste accessories are becoming more and more widespread in trade... What if you make your own set? For this, go to the Cécile sewing workshop. Here, the recovery is central to the process. The fabrics are recovered for example on paragliding and kitesurfing sails. They are then used to make accessories upcycled of the brand Couzy.

During this workshop in Marseille, Cécile will accompany you in the making of a set of two to five zero-waste accessories. Bulk bag, reusable wipes, soap case... You choose what you want to achieve! The workshop is designed to be followed with a child, for a playful moment in the family. It's hard. 2:30 and costs 45 € .

2. Kitchen : make your pastis

In Marseille, the pastis is an emblem of the conviviality and softness of living of the South. What if you learn to realize it yourself?

This workshop leads you to discover the secrets of maceration. You will start by choosing the plants that will give all their aroma to your pastis, under the advice of Guillaume, distiller. Once your bottle is made, you go with it! A unique and original gift, although you can enjoy it yourself...

This training, which is among the best workshops in Marseille, lasts 1:30 and costs 60 € per person. It takes place at the Distillerie de la Plaine, a pastis manufacturer, but also of life water, gin and soon of whisky. An address held by enthusiasts, who will be delighted to share with you their passion for spirits.

3. Wood: Initiate yourself to the maritime tank

The view of the Mediterranean gives you a desire to escape? Meet Denis Borg's shipyard. For three generations, he has been manufacturing boats and pilots in the heart of the Pharo anthem. The processes used are derived from the pure tradition of Marseilles, and the company takes at heart the transmission of these know-how.

During this 4-hour training, you will learn to make a half-hull model. The goal? Discover the manufacturing materials, different carpenter tools and mounting and sanding techniques. You go back with your creation, but also with a lithography and a book on the history of shipyards.

Of course, the workshop begins with a presentation of the construction site and the ongoing work. A true immersion in this unique universe, for only 150 € per person.

4. Cosmetics: realize your cold saponified soaps

For ecological and health reasons, many people want to make their soap houses. On the net, the tutos and DIY don't miss... But if you trust a real craftsman instead? Savonnière, Carmen is the creator of the brand Viser la lune, which manufactures artisanal, vegan and organic cosmetics.

For 49 € by person, this training 2:30 learn all the secrets of cold saponification. After the selection of ingredients (oils, flowers, powders... organic, of course!), you will follow all the steps of the making. You go with your new knowledge, a recipe book, your mussels and 300 grams of soap. Unquestionably one of the best workshops in Marseille!

5. Pottery and ceramic : create your numbered mosaic plate

Want to add a personal touch to the façade of your home? During this workshop in Marseille, learn to create a numbered plaque from A to Z. To do so, go to the Leroux Pavilion to meet Corentin, a Mosaït craftsman.

After choosing the materials and style of your plate, you will cut and glue your mosaic tiles. Corentin will accompany you in the use of the tools to allow you to get the desired rendering. At the end, you go back with your unique creation... And a lot of new knowledge in mind! The workshop lasts 5:30 and costs 85 per person.

6. Vegetatal: make your crown of dried flowers

Looking for a poetic workshop to do alone or to share with your friends? Go to the Old Port of Marseille to pass the doors of Patricia’s workshop, floral designer. During 2 hours , you will enjoy its knowledge and know-how to achieve a crown of dried flowers.

Patricia will accompany you to all the stages of making, but you will choose flowers and composition. At the end of the workshop, you go back with your creation. But you now have all the knowledge necessary to achieve new crowns! This training, which is among the best workshops in Marseille, costs 50 € per person.

7. Couture: compose your banana bag

Are you looking for a workshop that comes out of the ordinary? Inari, model and couturière, offers you to make your own custom banana bag. In this charming workshop, the fabrics do not miss: you will have the embarrassment of choice! What to make the bag of your dreams.

Cut from pattern, assembly, sewing: this training of 3:30 offers the opportunity to learn to sewing. For 65 € , you go back with your creation, but also with the knowledge necessary to make other pieces. A nice moment of sharing.

8. Cuisine : discover lambing

This training is one of the best workshops in Marseille to expand your culinary horizons. During 2:30 and for 50 € per person, you will learn the secrets of lactofermentation with David and Julien. This veggies conservation technique is not lacking: you will learn its gustative interests and health benefits.

Of course, you are here first and foremost to learn the practice: you will follow every step of potting. Then you will taste a recipe with fermenting artisans. And of course, you'll leave with your own jar under your arm!

9. Pottery and ceramic: create your aperitif set

The apéro in Marseille is almost an institution. To honor this specialty, why not make your own tray? For this, go to the First Step Workshop on Earth. You'll meet Virginie, passionate ceramist. During 4 hours , it will initiate you to the work of the earth, and especially to the techniques of the plate, the stamping and the enamelling.

For 100 € per person, you have the opportunity to use professional tools and materials. Two weeks later, you recover your unique creations: a tray and three cups that will not fail to spread your guests!

10. Jewellery: Make your jewelry in silver pepit

Do you dream of making your own jewelry to offer them to your loved ones (or to yourself...)? With Melissa, a jewel craftsman, learn how to turn silver chips into unique creations! During this training 2:30 and 160 € per person, you will learn to melt the metal to reshape it according to your desires.

You go with two jewels to choose from: a pendant, a ring, earrings or breloques. One of the best workshops in Marseille to learn about the art of jewellery.

11. Vegetatal: make your herbarium

If you enjoy the delicate activities, you will surely like this workshop in Marseille. During 1:30 and for 39 per person, he invites you to make a herbarium. A kind of return in childhood, but this time you will be accompanied by a professional vegetal designer.

Caroline will accompany you at all stages: flower selection, press release, drying, composition... You will learn the techniques needed to preserve the colors and brilliance of plants. You go back with your creation, enhanced by a framework. A real time of escape in the heart of Marseille.

12. Pottery and ceramic: shape your teapot

The tea fans will love this workshop in Marseille. During 6 a.m. , they will be guided by Dorothy, a ceramic craftsman, to make a unique teapot. They will learn all the stages of manufacturing, in a soft and friendly atmosphere. And that, for only 130 € per person.

The training is focused on modeling, a complex technique. But no panic: Dorothy will be there to accompany you. At the end of the workshop, it will cook and brighten your teapot. You can pick her up a few weeks later.