Top Portugal Classes & Workshops

Welcome to Boiler Studio. Here we work as a team! Holidays and leisure time are for relaxing, socializing, getting to know the city's culture, and meeting new people. In this tile painting workshop, you can experience a little bit of all of this, because this experience is designed so that you don't need any prior experience, just to feel good. Enjoy yourself and take a piece of Portugal home with you, the best souvenir made by you and which you will remember as your tile. Oh, and during your activity, you will also enjoy one (or more) cocktails with a variety of choices ranging from the famous Porto Tónico to a glass of champagne.

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.

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!

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.

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

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 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.

Pastel de nata are one of Portugal’s most famous sweet treats, but most people only eat them rather than learn to create them at home. This cooking class equips you with the tips and tricks you need to make the custard tarts in a small group that promises personalized instruction from your guide.

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.

“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.

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.

Uncover the art of traditional azulejo painting in the charming Graça district of Lisbon. This immersive workshop allows participants to hand-paint their own unique tile using the authentic majolica technique with mineral pigments and real brushes. In just 90 minutes, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind piece that expresses your artistic flair. After kiln-firing overnight, your masterpiece will be ready for collection the next day, ensuring you leave with a true piece of Portuguese heritage. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and a steady hand.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Book a private transfer from the international airport to your Lisbon accommodation. Start your trip off on a great start with professional and friendly drivers. Meet your driver at the arrivals hall and get where you need to go with convenience and ease. Drivers are available 24 hours a day to take you or bring you from the airport.

This experience takes place in a cozy space inspired by a Portuguese grandmother’s home, where cooking is about sharing, tradition, and connection. In a small group setting, you’ll prepare authentic Pastel de Nata step by step, enjoy unlimited wine, and experience genuine Portuguese hospitality in Madeira.

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.