Top 10 workshops to do in Bordeaux • Wanderlix

Discover the workshops in Bordeaux and learn about the work of wood, sewing, cooking, plant composition... Ideal gift ideas for your loved ones!

Are you out of inspiration to give a gift to a loved one? You may find the rare pearl among the different workshops to do in Bordeaux!

Indeed, some Bordeaux craftsmen open the doors of their workshops to initiate the curious to their specialty: kitchen, sewing, pottery, screen printing, cabinetmaker... In addition to learning new skills, participants go back with a unique creation, made by their care.

But how to choose the perfect workshop? In this article, we give you some leads... Here are the 10 best workshops to do in Bordeaux!

1. Restore your furniture

What better than the work of wood to refocus on yourself? You will find various workshops in Bordeaux that honour this noble material. To offer a loved one or to enjoy themselves, they enable a rich human experience!

The fans of technical challenges will be able to restore an old furniture to Stéphanie. Two days of initiation await you, for a price 360 . For their part, adventurers looking for an unusual activity can with Tristan.

2. Create carnals

Among the different workshops in Bordeaux, many are on the theme of cooking... What's more normal in the heart of this gastronomy capital? If you want to stay in local colors, join Sandra, a pastry craftsman. During 2 h 30 , you will discover how to cook two specialties of the South West, the cannelé and the Basque cake! And that, for only 69 € per person.

Otherwise, with Hasnaâ, who will teach you basics and some home recipes. What about those who have a more practical mind? Meet at the Loïc workshop for ! A know-how that will be useful to you all your life...

3. Create your wreath of dried flowers

Want to breathe a little poetry in the life of your loved ones? Whether it’s a birthday, wedding or Christmas gift, a plant workshop is a unique focus. In addition to living an extraordinary experience, your friend goes with his personal creation! A gift two in one.

But what workshop to choose? For the great romantics, we recommend the formation of Fabien and Lisa. These two passionate florists will guide you during two hours in the making of a crown of dried flowers. This is a very trendy decor you can offer for only 45 € !

4. Brush your shirt

At a time when fashion is increasingly leaning towards the second hand and the DIY... What better than a sewing workshop to learn the basics of textile creation?

In terms of clothing, you will find several workshops in Bordeaux. We share with you our hearts for Christine’s workshop. ♪ two hours , you will learn the basics of embroidery. You then go back with a custom t-shirt by your care, and that, for only 45 € ! An ideal activity to spend a unique moment with friends.

5. Create your breakfast service

The pottery has this little magic thing that makes it a unique activity. The contact with the earth, its fresh smell, the hypnotic movements of the towers... It is a very nice gift idea to offer to your loved ones or to yourself.

What are the workshops in Bordeaux that allow to be introduced to the pottery? With Soumya, you will learn two hours to make your breakfast service. This workshop 50 € per person is warm and very complete to start! Those looking for exoticism can also with a specialist, Marie. A two-day training, ideal for a weekend placed under the sign of concentration and recollection.

6. Screen your posters

Paperwork is ideal for meticulous and creative people. Handkerchief, binding, calligraphy, printing....You will find it for all tastes!

To teach you about the art of serigraphy, we recommend the workshop of Sandrine, located near the station of Bordeaux Saint-Jean. During four hours , this serigraph craftsman will convey his passion to you, teaching you the basics and guiding you in creating unique posters. Of course, you go back with your creations at the end of the workshop. The rate is 70 € per person.

7. Customize your sneakers

We see them everywhere: in magazines, on Instagram, YouTube... Customized sneakers are definitely at the taste of the day! They add a touch of originality to any feminine or masculine look. But also, they can turn a pair too banal into a real fashion asset. In short, this is the right time to learn about the art of customization.

It's good, it's Nina's business! It will accompany you in every step of customizing your sneakers, from drawing to varnish. You start from the workshop with a unique pair from your imagination. A great gift idea to give a sneaker amateur. The duration of the workshop is 1 h 30 and its price is 50 € .

8. Create your clay mask

Today, zero-waste and homemade cosmetics have found their place in all the necessary toilets! They do not include harmful products, adapt to your needs and tastes, are fun to make... In short, they only have advantages. If you're looking for an idea of a gift, we advise you to turn to one of these workshops in Bordeaux.

For example, Bérangère will guide you step by step in making a clay mask specially designed for you. Following these 1 h 30 initiation, you go back with a bio, natural and perfectly adapted to your skin! And that, for only 35 € .

9. Make and taste your own organic wine

It is quite impossible to spend a stay in Bordeaux, the world capital of wine, without making a tasting. Whether you are real specialists in Grand Cru or simply curious to discover the secrets of the best wines in the world, do not resist the desire to go to a wine tasting workshop.

Among all the workshops in Bordeaux, we recommend you to discover this workshop located in the heart of a family property. You will discover the process of vinification and incomparable know-how. During 2:30 Discovery, you will also have the opportunity to taste 4 organic wines with exceptional flavours, but also to make your own organic wine and to leave with a mini bottle of your creation. The rate is 99 € per person.

10. Become an artist of Street Art

Artistic movement born in the 1960s, Street Art chose the street as an expression field and grew increasingly in French cities, and Bordeaux was no exception. From the graffiti to the mosaic through the stencil, the Street Art allows you to express the creativity that is unique to you.

To discover the Bordeaux Art Street, we offer this workshop for a duration of 3:30 . You will first explore the beautiful historical districts of Bordeaux and the sublime works that live them. This part of the visit is made by tram, so plan a ticket (you can also buy it on site). Then, for 1 hour, plunge into the skin of a street artist and let your imagination speak on your canvas, with which you will leave. For this workshop, count 60€ by adult and 50€ by child.

So, what workshop are you going to crack?