Top Portugal Classes & Workshops - page 3

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.

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.

Master the basic techniques of surfing during this surf lesson on Praia de Cacavelos in Lisbon. After receiving a safety orientation from your instructor, you’ll don your wetsuit and learn techniques integral to surfing. Practice pushing yourself off the board and find your balance on the beach before you take to the water alongside your accredited instructor. During this small-group lesson — limited to 15 participants — you’ll receive personalized attention from your instructor.

There’s no better time to learn to surf than during your vacation in Portugal. Visit one of the city’s two best beaches for surfing—Guincho or Carcavelos—and get the basics down or improve your skills. If you’re new, learn to paddle out to sea, how to get up on your board, and how to balance, before catching some waves. For more experienced surfers, your instructor provides feedback on how to improve.

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.

A meet-and-greet service gets your trip off to a good start. Whatever time of day or night you arrive in Lisbon, your private driver will be waiting at the airport to take you straight to your destination. Avoid the hassle and discomfort of haggling with taxi drivers and travel in a modern, well-equipped car.

Learning to surf works best with someone teaching the basics before you hit the water. From Lisbon, head over the April 25th Bridge to the coast for a small-group lesson, starting on the sand with the fundamentals before you paddle out to catch your first waves. Wetsuits and a range of boards are provided, with transport from central Lisbon included.

Northern Portugal is renowned for its world-class surfing opportunities. Escape the city for a day and learn to ride the waves of the Atlantic Ocean during a half-day surf lesson that includes hassle-free transport from the city centre. Regardless of your ability and experience, you’ll either learn the basics of surfing or improve on existing skills in a small group limited to 15 people.

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).

Book a beginner or intermediate surf lesson on the soft sands of Galé Beach in Albufeira. Enjoy a two-hour session with a professional instructor who guides you through warm-up, ocean safety, and essential surfing techniques. Practice on consistent, safe waves with personalized attention in small groups limited to 10 people, helping you improve your skills and confidence on the board.

What better way to learn about Portuguese culture and the vibrant gastronomic history of the city of Porto than Canto Cooking's Chef Led Market tour of the emblematic Bolhao market ? After refueling on a fresh nata and barista coffe, its down to business in the kitchen where the chef will demonstrate the dishes and then its your turn ! Vegetarians and Vegans are welcome - whilst the majority of Tapiscos culture is meat and fish based, we will cover at least one or two plant based dishes too. Finally - enjoy lunch together in our Orangerie eating the fruits of your labours with a glass of Douro Valley wine from our guest vineyard whilst chatting about your experiences.

Explore Lisbon’s city center and the historic district of Alfama on this small-group Segway tour. After meeting at Lisbon Segway Tour’s office, head out with a guide and see the city’s nearly millennium-old cathedral, the Moorish hilltop castle São Jorge, and other landmarks. Glide through Alfama’s narrow streets and discover delicious local dishes with an informative local host.

Experience Albufeira from the water and try one of the most loved sports in Portugal. Appropriate for all levels of experience, our expert instructors will take you to the best surf spots to dip your toes into the water. Learn by doing, as our mission is to give you the best lessons on the water. You will leave with increased levels of confidence having had a large amount of fun. Surf's up!

Visit a local market and learn how to cook authentic Portuguese and Portuguese-influenced Goan dishes. Your host Paula invites you into her home where you will learn how to create traditional family recipes. Create a variety of appetizers and main dishes, then sit down to enjoy your creations. Round the evening off with a tasty dessert.

Take a break from the beach and create a souvenir to remember your trip by during a jewelery making workshop in Albufeira. You’ll master the basics of traditional silversmith techniques such as soldering, polishing, and forging, and benefit from the undivided attention of your instructor during this private workshop.

Explore Lisbon’s hills with ease on this electric bike tour. Glide through the charming neighborhoods of Chiado, Alfama, and Bairro Alto without breaking a sweat. Stop at major landmarks including Sé Cathedral, São Vicente Monastery, and St. George’s Castle. Enjoy panoramic views from scenic overlooks and soak up the city’s rich history and vibrant culture along the way. Listen to interesting stories from your local guide as you go.

Catch your first wave, brush up your skills or get an insider’s guide to the best surf spots along the Lisbon coast with a local guide and small group of surfers. Find the perfect spot for swell, sea conditions and your skills, and try riding a variety of different boards. Practice paddling in, popping up and riding the wave with help from your guide. Discover hidden gems along the scenic coast, where white sand beaches and uncrowded waves are the perfect first taste of Portugal's surf culture.

Enjoy a hassle-free Lisbon airport or port private arrival transfer to your Lisbon, Cascais, or Estoril hotel. This private door-to-door Lisbon airport transportation can accommodate groups of up to eight people. Simply meet your friendly and professional driver and travel to your destination in the comfort of a private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Rather than riding the standard trams and tour buses, explore Lisbon in a unique way during a private sidecar tour. Opt to ride in the attached sidecar or on the back of the bike, and travel between the sights that interest you most with ease—avoiding climbing the steep hills that Portugal’s capital is infamous for.

With so much to see in Lisbon, trying to cover the top sights can mean hours of walking—which is especially tiring in the "City of Seven Hills." Save time and energy with a private tour by sidecar, and head directly to highlights such as the 16th-century Tower of Belem, the Jerónimos Monastery, and the charming districts of Alfama, Bairro Alto, and Chiado. As you cruise through the city, soak up the sights, and gain a local's perspective from your guide.

One of Portugal's most famous dishes is the pastel de nata, or custard tart. This delicious dessert can be found in every cafe around the country but you can learn to prepare the tasty treat during a hands-on cooking class right in the heart of Lisbon. You also learn to make another Portuguese pastry, making this class a 2-for-1 special.

At The Kitchen, our goal is to provide a truly authentic experience. We want you to connect with Portuguese culture, understand our culinary traditions, and leave with the confidence to recreate these dishes in your own kitchen. Each recipe has been carefully chosen for its authenticity and ease, ensuring you can impress your friends and family with a taste of Portugal at home.

See Portugal’s scenic Algarve coast line like never before with this tandem paragliding experience. Following a briefing with your certified pilot, you’ll take to the sky and have the opportunity to enjoy views of the coast and come into contact with nature. The exact location of your take-off will depend on the weather forecast, but the experience begins in the city of Lagos. This private experience is limited to persons weighing up to 100 kgs (220 lbs).

Whether you’re just learning to ride a board or honing life-long surfing skills, this private surfing lesson promises to enhance your time on Portugal’s Atlantic coast—hailed as one of the best places to surf in Europe. Your private instructor will customize your lesson according to your ability and experience.