Barcelona · WORKSHOPS
Practical choices for a better Barcelona day
The useful differences sit in timing, access and pace. These workshops make those choices clear before the day fills with competing plans.
Boqueria market tour, small-group paella cooking, tapas and sangria, plus tarta de Santiago. 3-hour Barcelona experience.
“Great fun learning and cooking with new friends! Great for singles, couples and families alike! Great experience!”
Learn 4 classic cocktails with an English mixologist plus Barcelona tapas in the Gothic Quarter. 2 hours, $48 per person.
“We had such a lovely time, the mixologist was very knowledgeable and made our night highly enjoyable. The cocktails were delicious and we had so much fun making them.”
3-hour Barcelona paella class with La Boqueria market visit, sangria and tapas, then hands-on seafood or chicken paella. $95.
“The team at GAB was outstanding. The attention to detail was exactly what a cooking lesson should entail. Why certain ingredients, how they are used, the cooking method and its importance. We look forward to trying the recipes back home and would highly recommend the class to cooking enthusiasts and novices alike.”
Hands-on paella cooking in Barcelona’s El Raval, with Cava, wine pairing, a four-course dinner, and pro chef guidance for small groups.
“We had a blast! That being said we wish it had been more couples with us. We were with a bachelorette party and my husband was the only male.”
Learn tango in El Born at sunset, with rooftop views and included sangria and wine. English-led, 90 minutes.
“Although tango is not a Spanish dance, it's Argentinian, this class was so much fun. Our instructor gave clear directions and wasn't afraid to make us laugh at ourselves. My husband and I really enjoyed this class and want to keep practicing our tango because of it. I was ~5 months pregnant and this class was still so fun!”
Shop La Boqueria with a chef, cook a 4-course tapas-style Catalan meal, then eat with unlimited Spanish wine in Barcelona.
“Best cooking class. Love that it was hands on and we got to shop in the market with our chef. We even got a few tastings on the tour. My 19 year old loved this Cookimg class as the chef was entertaining, knowledgable and personable. Highly recommend.”
Small group ceramic tile workshop in Barcelona. Make two terracotta tiles with local artists, then get them fired and picked up or shipped.
“Yes, yes, yes, this was a great experience for the entire family! The guides did a wonderful job of showing multiple options and allowed everyone the freedom to create their own unique tiles. Ceramic tiles are a multi day process that they handle for you after you create your masterpiece. Shipping is available. Learned something and that helped recognize how tiles are part of the built environment all around Barcelona. The instructors were very nice and made sure everyone had plenty of water to drink. Have your creative juices flowing to create your tiles and have something to share when telling all your friends about the fantastic experience.”
Chef-led paella and 10 tapas with a Boqueria market stop, local ingredients, and wine. Small groups in a historic Barcelona apartment.
“great experience. the tour of the market was great while it is the touresty market it is all great. The food was amazing and well throughout and easy to follow. Great family activity. The couples were fun and everyone participated the unlimited wine was also great”
Learn 4 classic cocktails with a mixologist in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, plus tapas at Bar Milans Gòtico for $57.
“We had an absolute blast celebrating Keiu’s birthday at Bar Milans Gótico! Eleven girls, four cocktails each — what could possibly go wrong? 😄 The instructors were hilarious, the bar was super cozy (old town magic!), and the cocktail selection was so big we briefly considered moving in permanently. The snacks kept us alive between all the shaking and sipping. Huge thanks to everyone who made the night unforgettable — I´m still smiling!”
Learn Gaudí Trencadís in Barcelona, design a one-of-a-kind mosaic keepsake, and take it home after a grout finish.
“Making a photo frame and a coaster with mosaics . Melissa was very friendly and helpful. Very enjoyable crafty experience!”
Neon fluorescent painting with unlimited wine in Barcelona. UV light studio, step-by-step guidance, and take-home canvas in 2 hours.
“It was an amazing experience! There was a good vibe and the paintexperience was very good explained. I would recommend this activity.”
Boqueria market walk and a chef-led paella, tapas, and crema class in a historic 18th-century Barcelona apartment. Small group, 4 hours.
“Wonderful apartment setting. The tour of Bocqueria was fun and informative. Wonderful vibe. Intimate class with great explanation of the food and techniques. Great time for the whole family.”
Shop Boqueria with chefs, cook tapas and sangria, then master Catalan paella, including socarrat, in a historic Barcelona studio.
“This cooking class was the highlight of our family’s trip to Spain—everybody’s favorite! Our host was delightful. Enjoyed visiting the market and learning about some of the ingredients we would use in the paella too. Sangria was delicious, as well as the Cava. Really enjoyed meeting other travelers too. Inspired to try cooking classes on our next travels.”
Cook four Spanish classics in a small Barcelona class with tapas, paella, dessert, wine, and take-home recipes.
“We booked this shortly before our trip and I was very happy with the correspondence I had with the guy helping us find a suitable date and timeslot. The event itself was super fun and relaxed. We were 14 people from different countries, but quickly got to know each other and worked together well when preparing each dish. No matter if you're a beginnee or experienced cook, youll learn something when asking the right questions. The chef was able to answer everything we asked and gave some great insights and neat little tips that aren't written in the recipes.”
Make a Gaudi-style trencadis mosaic in Barcelona in 2 hours at Mosaiccos, with all materials included and easy pickup by afternoon.
“Great fun. As a very non artistic person with help and guidance we all created some great keepsakes. Wonderful guides helping out when we needed it. A lovely activity to do to rest your legs whilst exploring Barcelona. Thank you to all the staff 💙”
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