Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Join us for a top-rated paella cooking class that’s hands-on, social, and rooted in authentic Spanish cuisine. Suitable for beginners and confident home cooks alike, this experience is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups who enjoy great food and good company.

Your local chef will guide you through the market, introduce you to fellow food lovers from around the world, and teach you the techniques behind this iconic Spanish dish. You’ll receive clear guidance, insider tips, and recipes so you can recreate the experience at home.

We’re deeply passionate about sharing Spanish food and culture and take pride in creating welcoming, memorable experiences around the table. If you’re looking for a fun, authentic, and delicious way to connect with Barcelona, we’d love to cook with you.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

As everything is made fresh, food allergies will be confirmed at the start of the class.

We do offer a chicken or vegetarian paella option

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Step into Barcelona’s culinary heart with a hands-on experience starting at the iconic La Boqueria Market. Walk the stalls with your local chef and learn how to choose the freshest seasonal ingredients. After the market, head to GAB LAB, our modern test kitchen and dining space. Begin with a fun sangria-making workshop, followed by a tasting of seasonal tapas. Next, put on your apron for a hands-on paella class. Learn the history and techniques behind this iconic dish as you cook, share stories, and bring your paella to life. Once ready, enjoy your meal with fellow travelers, followed by a traditional Spanish dessert and farewell toast. Recipes are included so you can recreate the experience at home. Ideal for food lovers, couples, solo travelers, and groups seeking an authentic and social Barcelona experience. Enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere designed to help you connect, cook, and share an unforgettable meal together. Please note: - The market is closed Sundays and public holidays - Classes at 11:00 and 19:00 end at Carrer de Sant Gil, 4 Bis (9-minute walk from the market) - Chicken and Vegetarian options are also available for those with food allergies and preferences.

Sample Menu

starter

Starter · Seasonal Spanish Tapas

A selection of fresh, seasonal tapas such as cured meats, cheeses, pimientos de padrón, pan con tomate, and olives (Selections may vary)

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Workshop · Traditional Spanish Sangria

Take part in a hands-on sangria-making workshop and enjoy your creation. Non-alcoholic version also available

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Main · Paella

Seafood paella Vegetarian and chicken options available Food allergies and preferences are collected at the start of the class

dessert

Dessert · Tarta de Santiago

Classic almond cake from Galicia

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Beverages

Bottled water, juice, and non-alcoholic sangria available

What‘s Included

Beverages included: sangria, red wine, bottled water, and juice

**La Boqueria Market Tour (Excluding Sundays and Public Holidays)

Traditional Spanish dessert with instruction

Tapas tasting (selection varies)

Hands-on paella cooking class with a local chef

Sangria-making workshop

All recipes to recreate the experience at home

Gratuities (optional, for a job well done)

Market visit on Sundays and public holidays (market closed)

Options

Paella Barcelona: Market Visit, Tapas, Sangria and Paella Class

Reviews

4.96

2,524 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

2454

Fun, delicious, hands on experience
401kathye,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My adult son and I enjoyed this experience while traveling in Spain. It was so much fun to make the paella. The paella, sangria and dessert were all delicious. I highly recommend!
Definitely worth while
Sarah n,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great fun with very enthusiastic teachers. The market trip was short but informative and you learn things that will be useful for a second self managed trip
Great afternoon
W4605GCelisam,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great afternoon with delicious food and drinks. Our chef Maria expertly guided us through the cooking process while also explaining the history of the dishes and drinks. She was very friendly and enthusiastic.
Great paella class
W4605GCelisam,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fabulous afternoon. The food was delicious and our chef, Maria, guided us expertly through the cooking process. She also explained the history of the food and drinks and was very friendly and entertaining.
One of the best experiences in Barcelona
christiantF9314XO,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Don’t miss this exceptional 3 hour cooking experience in Barcelona. Maria and Alberto were fantastic and enthusiastic culinary guides. Learn to make authentic paella and sangria amongst a small and intimate group.
you NEED to do this when you go to Barcelona!
597mariaangelicab,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My mom and I had the most amazing experience in this paella cooking class! We first went to the market, and Matteo showed us how to pick the best ingredients where our seafood paella, then we head back to the kitchen and prepared the paella with Maria. We also were able to eat some tapas and almond cake, as well as made our own sangria. Throughout this experience, Mateo walked us through the history of the culinary experience and we learned so much! They also gave us the recipes after so that we can try to re-create the dish at home. It was definitely a must when visiting Spain!
Unique experience!
GusViola,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I loved the experience! The chef is very good people and the food became a delight. I really loved it. I recommend muuito. Worth the price.
A perfect activity
Marni V,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful class- a market tour, cooking class, sangria and tapas and dessert with great teachers. Matt and Maria were so funny and nice. We left smiling and enjoying our new friends.
highlight of our trip to Barcelona
msangel,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great experience overall. A highlight of our trip. Convenient location, fun market tour, good tour guide, learned how to make and prep paella.
Would definitely recommend for a fun evening out.
Megan W,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed the Paella experience. Hugo was very friendly and personable and the tapas, sangria and paella were delicious.