Top Portugal 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.

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.

Discover the secrets behind Portugal's beloved pastry, the pastel de nata, in this hands-on baking workshop. Learn how to make the pastry and dough from scratch, while sipping wine from the region and engaging in conversations about Portuguese culture. After mastering the recipe, indulge in the warm pastries you’ve created!

This workshop will be accompanied by good conversation, good music and fun. In the end, you will be able to shine with your friends and family. For families with children, a private workshop can be scheduled. Special conditions for groups of 10 or more people.

If you’re looking for an authentic culinary experience in Lisbon, then this is it. Enjoy the personalized service of a private market tour, then head to a local’s home for a hands-on cooking class. During your class, discover local secrets about Portuguese cuisine, and learn to make 2–3 traditional family recipes, such as an appetizer/soup, a fish or meat dish, and a dessert.

Most people come to Portugal and fall in love with the custard tarts, *pastel de nata*. Take your obsession to the next level and learn to make the delicious pastries during this small-group cooking class in the heart of Lisbon. Learn the techniques to make the flaky crust and gooey filling and then pair your dessert with a wine tasting.

Discover one of the most traditional vineyards in the Douro Valley, where they still stomp grapes to make wine, on this tour of Quinta da Foz vineyard. Make your own way to the winery and take a tour of the facility to learn about the winemaking process. Then, head to the cellar for a tasting of several wines, including red, white, and port, alongside a few snacks.

You’ll receive a white ceramic tile and can choose from an exclusive selection of traditional tile patterns carefully selected and documented by our team directly from the streets of Porto, which you can replicate, or create your own original design. Your instructor will guide you throughout the painting process, making it accessible for beginners and enjoyable for all ages. Throughout the workshop, enjoy Port wine, juice, water, coffee, and a selection of sweet and savory snacks, while relaxing, socializing, and painting. After the session, you take your hand-painted souvenir of your time in Portugal. This activity is ideal for all occasions: solo travelers, families, bachelor and bachelorette parties, team-building events, or simply enjoying time with friends. ⚠️ Tile pickup period: 4 months from the date of the workshop

“Pastel de nata” (custard tarts) are one of Portugal’s iconic treats, and this experience in Porto lets you both taste and learn how to make them. In a small-group workshop, you’ll prepare the custard filling, bake the tarts, and enjoy them with your choice of Porto wine, bottled water, coffee, or tea. All ingredients are provided for a hassle-free experience.

Our Azulejo Tile Painting Workshop is the only one in Porto offering two options of tile painting techniques: -You can experience the original artisan glazing method, just as Portuguese craftsmen have done for centuries. This method tiles need to be fired in a ceramic kiln at 1,100°C (2,012°F), it takes up to 5 days to pick up or can be shipped. -Or choose the ready-to-go acrylic painting option, where your unique tile is sealed and ready to be taken home right after the workshop. Both allow you to create a unique piece of art to cherish. The session takes place in our working artist studio and gallery, surrounded by contemporary art and creative energy. Led by a professional artist, you’ll paint step by step, no experience needed, while also receiving insider tips of Porto’s best art galleries, museums, tile-covered architecture, and local restaurants. A perfect mix of authentic craftsmanship, creativity, and local insight, this workshop is truly one of a kind.

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.

While you could attempt to organize your own wine tasting while in Lamego, this winery tour and tasting experience makes it easy. Dive right in to the enchanting world of Port wine at the Wine Cellar Museu. Indulge your senses with a delightful array of white and red wines crafted from exquisite Portuguese grape varieties. Experience the diverse flavors of various categories of Port wine as you delight in delectable treasures sourced locally.

This Porto cooking class combines eating a 3-course meal with an activity where you can actually learn to make a Portuguese meal from a traditional chef from the area. Once you make your meal, enjoy it with wine, tea, or coffee. You can also upgrade to add a market visit beforehand where you learn how to pick out local ingredients.

This is more than just following a recipe — it’s about being part of the process from start to finish. At The Kitchen, you’ll learn by doing, feeling the textures, working the dough, and watching your Pastéis de Nata come out of the oven golden and warm. There’s a natural balance between learning and enjoying the moment. You’ll be focused when it matters, but there’s always space to relax, chat, and share the experience with others around you. We keep the atmosphere small, welcoming, and hands-on, so everyone is involved and comfortable throughout the class. And then, of course, comes the question we hear all the time: “Can we save them for tomorrow?” Our answer is always the same — these are the best Pastéis de Nata you’ll have, because you made them yourself… so eat them fresh. If you feel like having more tomorrow, you already know what to do — make them again. That’s exactly how we want you to leave The Kitchen: confident, proud, and already thinking about the next batch.

Albufeira has beaches with great conditions for surfing practice and learning. Our classes are adjusted according to the students' level, where you can opt for a private or group class. Group SURF class: Group classes are a fun way to learn to surf. Join a group or bring your friends and we'll plan the fun. NOTE: The class schedule varies according to the tides, so the class time may not correspond to the time presented.

Become immersed in local Portuguese culture during a hands-on cooking class in Lisbon's city center. Join a small group and learn to create traditional Portuguese appetizers, mains, and desserts in a 4-course meal. Learn about the history of Portuguese cuisine and how it has become eclectic over the centuries. Then, enjoy the fruits of your labor with beer, local wine, or non-alcoholic drinks.

Discover the essence of Portuguese cuisine with hands-on cooking experiences in Porto city center. Whether you’re a passionate home cook or a curious traveler, our sessions are designed to bring people together around the table, where the best memories are made.

Hand-painted azulejos, or tiles, can be found all throughout Portugal, but their rich cultural history can be easy to overlook on your own. Unlock the heritage behind this ancient art form during a private tile painting workshop in downtown Porto. Choose from pre-designed replicas of traditional Porto tiles to paint and create your own unique souvenir to take home.

The Algarve is one of Portugal's most celebrated olive oil regions, and this tasting tour in Tavira takes you behind the scenes at a working facility. See the full journey from harvest to press, and get to grips with the differences between olive varieties and processing methods. The experience wraps up with an olive oil tasting session complemented with local wine, bread, cheese, honey and marmalade.

Experience the Benagil Caves like never before! Paddle through hidden beaches and natural rock tunnels, guided by locals who share insider stories of the Algarve coastline. Avoid the crowds, enjoy small group sizes, and capture stunning Instagram photos. With professional guides, quality equipment, and GoPro photos included, this tour offers a unique, sustainable adventure for all skill levels.

The class focuses on preparing a 100% plant-based custard filling and the baking process. The puff pastry is pre-prepared, and you’ll receive an exclusive house-made recipe to recreate it at home, as puff pastry requires several hours to be ready for use. The session also includes a short and accessible introduction to the history of the Pastel de Nata in Portugal, from its origins in Lisbon to its evolution into one of the country’s most famous pastries, with insight into how this traditional recipe can be successfully adapted to a vegan version without losing its essence. Each participant will prepare several vegan Pastéis de Nata, which can be enjoyed on site or taken away. A transport box is included for your pastries. Throughout the workshop, enjoy Port wine, juice, water, coffee, and sweet and savory snacks, in a relaxed and social atmosphere. At the end of the session, you’ll leave with the confidence, and the recipe, to recreate this vegan Portuguese classic at home.

Discover the secrets of Portugal’s most iconic pastry in a hands-on Pastel de Nata workshop. Guided by expert instructors with years of experience, you’ll follow a step-by-step process to create several delicious tarts, enjoy them on site with Port wine, coffee, and snacks, and take home our exclusive house-made recipe. Along the way, learn the fascinating history of the Pastel de Nata and gain the confidence to recreate this beloved Portuguese treat at home. This is a truly immersive culinary experience combining culture, technique, and indulgence.

Learn to surf during a group lesson on your Faro vacation, and head to Praia de Faro where soft sands and professional surfing instructors await. Bookable for first-timers and advanced surfers alike, the lessons are grouped according to skills and limited to just eight per class to ensure personal attention in the water.