Top Lisbon Classes & Workshops

Get a unique insight into Portuguese culture and express your creative side with the help of a local teacher on this small-group tile design workshop in Lisbon at PC das Novas Nações. Go home with a souvenir that’s uniquely yours, and get to know like-minded fellow travelers while you draw and chat. It’s an experience lots of Lisbon tourists miss out on.

This is an event for a group of people, which can be customized for you. For example, a celebration of a special day, or simply a moment of conviviality between friends. The workshop takes place in the artist's art studio and is guided by the artist. If you are a wine fan, you can enjoy a glass of Portuguese-made wine during the class.

Discover Portugal’s street food culture through a hands-on cooking class in Lisbon. Instead of just trying these dishes, get a better understanding of Portuguese cuisine in a relaxed, interactive setting with step-by-step guidance and drinks included. Learn how to prepare local favorites enjoyed at traditional markets and festivals while gaining insight into regional ingredients and techniques.

Go behind the scenes and learn about pastry making at a real Portuguese bakery with this exclusive Pastel de Nata workshop. Get hands-on in a professional setting as you expertly craft your own pastry and custard alongside a host who can answer any questions you may have. At the end, enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with barista-prepared hot or cold drinks.

A trip to Portugal isn't complete without trying port wine—but to get the complete cultural experience, a guided tasting is a must. Skip busy tourist spots to visit one of the oldest port houses in the world— founded in 1692—and sample three distinct varieties. As you sip, gain insider knowledge of the winemaking process, learn about aging techniques, and discover what makes each type of port unique. Top off the experience with a delicious pastel de nata (a traditional custard tart).

Discover the art of cocktail making in the heart of Lisbon during this hands on class led by experienced local bartenders. In a stylish and welcoming bar setting, you will learn essential techniques such as shaking, stirring, muddling and garnishing while preparing a selection of classic cocktails and drinks inspired by Portuguese flavors and traditions. Using fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients paired with quality spirits, our expert mixologists guide you step by step and share stories from Lisbon’s vibrant bar scene. Each participant creates their own cocktails from start to finish, gaining practical skills and confidence behind the bar, with plenty of time to taste and refine along the way. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, friends and corporate groups, this fun and social experience offers an authentic introduction to Lisbon’s contemporary drink culture. Leave with new skills, great memories and recipes you can recreate at home.

You can hardly set foot in Lisbon without running into a pastel de nata stand within minutes of arriving. This egg custard tart is one of the well-known culinary staples of Lisbon and a must-try when visiting. Go beyond sampling and learn how to bake these treats yourself during this cooking class. Step-by-step instructions from a cook with teach you how to make these delicious delights using the same recipe that’s ensured for almost 200 years.

Avoid crowded restaurants and hard-to-get reservations, and learn to make a traditional Portuguese dinner during this small-group cooking class. With help from local chefs, learn to create a 3-course meal from scratch, learning tips and techniques that have been passed down through the generations. Then, sit down with your fellow classmates to enjoy your creations paired with Portuguese wines.

Learn the secrets and spices of the Portuguese kitchen at a Lisbon cooking class pairing hands-on cooking experience with Portuguese wines and delicious food. You'll nibble on olives, chorizo, and fresh bread as you prepare a 3-course menu that uses seasonal ingredients in a fish dish, meat recipe, and dessert, then sit down to enjoy the meal you've prepared. Limited to a small group to ensure personal help from the chef, this cooking class is a great introduction to Portuguese cuisine.

This hike reveals a wilder side of Cabo da Roca, far from the crowds. Along hidden trails and dramatic cliffs, you’ll explore Portugal’s westernmost point with a local guide who shares stories, legends, and insights into this stunning landscape. Morning hikes may offer a refreshing swim at Praia da Ursa, while afternoon walks end with the sun setting over the Atlantic — the perfect reward after a day of exploration. • Hidden paths: discover peaceful trails few visitors ever see. • Breathtaking views: from Cabo da Roca’s cliffs to Praia da Ursa’s golden sands. • Perfect timing: morning swims or unforgettable Atlantic sunsets. • Nature connection: a mindful, small-group adventure by the ocean.

In our cooking classes, we don't just share techniques and recipes, but also ancient stories passed down through generations. Each step is a journey through time, a sensory journey that transports participants to the rustic villages and lively markets of Portugal. This is a real Cooking Class with local Chef.

Experience Benfica, the biggest football club in Portugal, with a flexible entrance ticket that lets you choose from a visit to the stadium, the museum, or both. Step inside the 65,000-seat stadium to see the locker rooms, the press boxes, and enjoy the new immersive experience on a guided (available from October 15 to June 15) or self-guided tour (outside of those dates). At the museum, explore over 20,000 documents, images, and relics independently.

Live like the locals with this private and authentic Portuguese cooking class. Taught in a local home, learn family-inspired recipes shared by your host, Paula. Relax with Portuguese wine and appetizers before learning two or three distinct dishes. Potential recipes include appetizers like traditional cod fritters and mains such as bacalhau a-braz. Afterwards, enjoy your meal with a cup of tea followed by dessert.

Take a piece of Lisbon home with you by learning how to make one of the country's specialties, pastel de nata. Get hands-on practice making the famous custard tarts in a small-group setting where you can ask questions throughout the process. Discover different pastry techniques and get live feedback from your teacher.

See Lisbon’s monuments from the water during an intimate cruise including wine. Board a sailboat at the harbor and relax while you take in the city views from a unique perspective. See Belém Tower, the neoclassical Ajuda National Palace, Ponte 25 de Abril (25th of April Bridge) and more. Savor this unforgettable experience while you are served Portuguese wine!

Enjoy a delectable introduction to Portuguese cuisine—and walk away with newfound culinary skills—when you book this hands-on cooking class, held in Lisbon’s charming Chiado neighborhood. Grab an apron: with your chef’s instruction, learn how to make a traditional appetizer, main, and dessert. At the end of class, sit down to enjoy your 3-course meal, accompanied by local wines (plus port and tea or coffee, for dessert).

With consistent swells and waves suitable for all levels of experience, the Costa da Caparica, just a short drive south of Lisbon, is a great place to learn surfing. Opt for morning, afternoon, or morning and afternoon sessions in a group of up to 20, or treat yourself to a private class: Upgrade for water video footage that captures your form and shows where to improve. All equipment is provided.

Discover the secrets to making the best Portuguese egg tarts, or pastel de nata, during this immersive cooking workshop in the heart of Lisbon. Join a small group and get your hands dirty making the puff pastry from scratch as well as the delicious, custardy filling. Learn about the history of the yummy dessert and take a piece of Portugal home with you.

Take your private group to a classic pastry-making class during your time in Lisbon. Learn how to make the world-famous ‘pastel de nata’ during this hands-on experience. Spend your Sunday morning whipping up these delicious pastries with your closest friends and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Reaching the sights in Sintra and Cascais by rental car or public transport can be a hassle. Instead, see Portugal's natural and architectural wonders stress-free with this small-group, guided tour directly from Lisbon. Experience the natural wonders of Pena Park with a guided tour and enjoy a visit inside Pena National Palace (if option with tickets is selected). Use your free time in Sintra to take in the highlights, then drive along the Atlantic Coast past the bluffs of Roca Cape to Cascais for a leisurely walk through town to its scenic beaches.

Perfect the art of making one of Portugal’s sweetest treats during a *pasteis de nata* (custard tart) cooking class in Lisbon. You’ll enjoy personalized instruction in a small group limited to only 12 others, as you make everything—including the pastry—from scratch. Plus, the short duration of this tour means you’ll have plenty of time for sightseeing before and after.

See Lisbon from a different perspective during a Tagus River cruise at sunset, undoubtedly the most magical time to see the city. From the boat, you can enjoy unobstructed views of Belém Tower (Torre de Belém), Lisbon Cathedral (Sé de Lisboa), Castelo de Sao Jorge (St. George’s Castle), and many more Lisbon attractions and enjoy free-flowing white wine. Plus, several departure times throughout the day allows for flexibility.

This small-group cooking experience offers a fun and intimate way to learn more about Portuguese cuisine. To expand your knowledge of local produce, the experience begins with a market tour to pick up ingredients for the class. Then, join a local chef for a hands-on lesson to learn how to make a starter, a main, and a dessert—which you can enjoy with included Portuguese wines at the end of the class.