Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop

Name: Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop
Price: 65 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.96 (839 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Paella was born here in Valencia—and this hands-on cooking class teaches you the real recipe, not the tourist version. Learn to make traditional Valencian paella with meat and vegetables, the way local families have cooked it for generations. No seafood. No shortcuts. Just authentic technique from Valencian chefs who grew up making it.

Your experience starts at Ruzafa Market, a neighborhood gem where locals shop for fresh ingredients—far from the crowds of Central Market. Then, join our small-group workshop to master the secrets: achieving the perfect socarrat (the prized crispy rice crust), using Albufera rice from Valencia's own fields, and balancing saffron like a pro.

While your paella simmers, enjoy a sangria-making workshop and sample traditional tapas. Then sit down to feast on your creation with local wine, salad, mistela, and homemade dessert.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Children must be accompanied by an adult

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

We will meet at the door of San Valero Parish. We will go to the Ruzafa market together and we will make the purchase of the fresh products necessary to cook a good paella. While we are making the purchase we will tell you the origin of the paella and customs and culture of the Valencian people. Later we will walk for 8 minutes to reach the kitchen where we will hold a sangria workshop.The chef will be waiting us with some delicious tapas accompanied by sangria, beer, water ... Then our chef will explain step by step the preparation of the authentic valencian paella (chicken and rabbit) and once finished we will sit down to taste it. We will accompany the paella with a Valencian tomato salad, Valencia wines, seasonal fruit, typical Valencian sponge cake, sweet wine and coffee.

Sample Menu

starter

Tapas

Patatas bravas with sojanesa, Jamón serrano, Manchego cheese, Steamed mussels, Olives

main

Paella, Valencian Tomato Salad

dessert

Seasonal fruit, Valencian Cake, Sweet Wine and Coffee

What‘s Included

Bottomless Sangría

Bottled water

Wine tasting

Snacks

Dessert

Soft drink

Tomato Salad

Options

Visit Ruzafa Market

Learn how to cook a Valencian Paella with Visit Ruzfa Market

Reviews

4.96

839 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

811

Amazing experience
lauref113,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was an amazing experience, the visit to the market was great, the tapas and sangria were amazing, the cooking part was super fun and the team was fantastic! And I got to meet lots of nice people from all around the world, that was really great! I highly recommend!
Paellas i sangria
Enzo F,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Pleasant experience prepared cooked and especially eaten. Hana and Cristina were very kind and nice, Sangria super
Great insight into Valèncian culture.
davidkM6591KC,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A fun, informative, generous event! Our instructor (Anna) was great! Engaging, fun, knowledgeable.
Fun assured
laurarS6334UY,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We have gone to a Valencian paella cooking class with all the coworkers, and the experience has been excellent, we have had a great time, and the truth that I would repeat, we got the paella very rich thanks to your indications
Highlight of my trip!
keplerj2026,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was the highlight of my trip to Spain! The staff is kind, talented, and know how to set a vibe. So good - you should absolutely do it!
Amazing
76libbyp,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely lovely people. Learnt so much about the culture and had an amazing time. Will definitely be returning with friends. Thank you so much! Gente encantadora. Aprendí muchísimo sobre la cultura y lo pasé genial. Sin duda volveré con amigos. ¡Muchísimas gracias!
So much fun! Excellent chefs, great energy, delicious tapas and paella and an overall amazing experience!
Curiosity261659,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Such a fun day! This paella cooking class exceeded expectations. The chefs were knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely fun to learn from. The whole class was hands-on, and well organized, and the paella and tapas were delicious! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable experience.
Excellent Experience
Shamusfitz,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fun and entertaining experience. Enjoyed the afternoon learning how to make paella with great friends. I would recommend the class if someone finds themselves in Valencia
Great experience!
janapR9254TI,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent way to spend a few hours of your day in Valencia! The Chefs were great teachers. They made you feel like family which added to the experience. Lots of laughing and learning. Would definitely recommend!
Just do it.
thejoepepper,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great experience here. The market was very informative as we walked around. The kitchen was clean and professional. Our guides were fun and instructive. It was everything we were hoping for.