Top Catalonia Classes & Workshops

Experience Barcelona's food scene in a more immersive way than by simply booking a restaurant meal. Instead, learn to make Spanish tapas, traditional paella, and sangria with the hands-on help of a chef, then share a hearty meal of classic local cuisine that you've helped make. All great Spanish food starts with super fresh ingredients, and you begin this cooking class with a guided trip through La Boqueria market before heading to a professional teaching kitchen.

When it comes to cooking, books and videos are no substitute for learning from a local. Bring home recipes to remember when you book this small-group cooking class. Prepare a 4-dish lunch or dinner, with a paella entrée (vegetarian and vegan options available on request), then enjoy it with local wine. Nibble on local snacks as you learn the basics, and hear about history, culture and traditions too.

Eating paella in Barcelona is straightforward—but a cooking class is the only way to understand the technique, ingredients, and regional variations that distinguish a well-made paella from a tourist-facing version. This small-group class is led by a chef, and covers paella and other Spanish dishes, with a sit-down meal of your creations at the end.

Unlike other cooking experiences that can be packed full of people, this Barcelona small-group cooking class lets you master the art of Spanish paella in an intimate setting. First, hit up a local market with your chef-guide to pick up fresh ingredients. Once back at the studio, drink local wines and craft your own paella. Come hungry and create a full meal—with skills to take home.

Learn secrets from behind the bar at a cocktail class in Barcelona that kicks off with a glass of cava—the sparkling wine is made in vineyards just beyond city limits. You'll shake, stir, and sip your way through a series of four cocktails accompanied by tapas, then leave with flavorful cocktail recipes that you can recreate at home.

Be inspired by Antoni Gaudí with a fun, family-friendly mosaic workshop in Barcelona. Learn the trencadis technique he pioneered, using glass or ceramic shards to create a masterpiece of your own, like a photo frame or coaster. It's a wonderful choice for art-lovers, whatever their skill level, and a great way to end your Barcelona vacation with a totally unique souvenir.

Learn authentic tapas recipes from a local chef during this hands-on cooking class on a scenic Barcelona rooftop. Master restaurant-quality dishes using fresh market ingredients and prepare multiple tapas to enjoy with drinks. Enjoy champagne upon arrival and leave with recipes to recreate the experience for family and friends.

Enjoy priority access to two Antoni Gaudí masterworks on this half-day skip-the-line tour. Tour the highlights at Park Güell, a park sprinkled with Gaudí buildings and statues. Then, travel by coach to La Sagrada Familia, Gaudí’s unfinished cathedral. Enjoy skip-the-line admission as your guide recounts how the late architect spent more than 40 years working on this showpiece.

Discover Barcelona's UNESCO–listed Sagrada Familia cathedral—and smooth out your sightseeing logistics—on this immersive tour. Thanks to your pre-booked tickets, bypass the lengthy lines. With your guide, explore this sublime structure, and learn about its creator, architect Antoni Gaudí. Visit the museum beneath the cathedral, and then cap off your visit by taking the elevator to one of the towers, where you can admire panoramic vistas of Barcelona.

Put on your dancing shoes and discover the art of salsa in this upbeat, beginner-friendly class hosted by professional instructors. As you learn the basics of Latin footwork and practice your moves to the rhythm of the music at this rooftop venue, you enjoy unique panoramic city views and plenty of photo opportunities. Plus, indulge in unlimited glasses of traditional Spanish sangria—all included in your ticket cost.

Even if you’ve never done any drawing before, you can learn how to sketch landmarks during this private art workshop in Barcelona. Under the instruction of an artist and teacher, using live demonstration, step-by-step instruction, and tricks of the trade, learn how to create a lovely sketch of architectural landmarks including the Sagrada Familia and Barcelona Cathedral.

Embark on a tasty culinary adventure, and learn a new skill at the same time in a fun and easy way, with this paella cooking class in Barcelona. Join your chef and fellow foodies and learn to make an authentic paella dish, which you will get to enjoy afterwards as part of a three-course meal, complete with sangria or wine.

Sail past long lines of tourists trying to gain entry to Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia on this priority access tour of the modernist masterpiece. Accompanied by a guide, head straight inside to get fascinating insight into the history of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed cathedral. Admire the opulent ceilings and stained-glass windows while learning about the building’s charismatic creator. Visit the museum to see exhibits on the cathedral’s history and observe original plaster models and design sketches.

Discover the famous works of Antoni Gaudi, including the Sagrada Familia, during this tour of Barcelona's architectural highlights. Embark on a guided walking tour of the architect's most important creations, and pass by buildings such as La Pedrera and Casa Batllo. Finally, enjoy skip-the-line access to Sagrada Familia, and opt to explore with a small-group guided tour or an audio guide in your language.

Learn how to make authentic paella in this private cooking class, held on a Barcelona rooftop, as you discover the ingredients and flavors that make this dish a Spanish classic. As you hear stories about the history of paella, you’ll get hands-on and prepare it step-by-step. Along the way, pick up insider tips and tricks for recreating the dish back at home with your own local ingredients.

Journey back in time as you discover the charming medieval villages and stunning countryside outside Barcelona on this convenient day trip. Explore the charming hamlet of Besalú, including its medieval synagogue and Jewish baths. Then continue on to the village of Rupit, to discover its baroque Church of Sant Miquel and the castle ruins. Finish the day in the area around Tavertet, including a stop to admire the sandstone cliffs.

Discover Barcelona’s celebrated cuisine with this hands-on small-group Spanish cooking experience. Your guide, a professional chef, teaches you how to prepare authentic recipes for paella, sangria, and a variety of tapas alongside local wines. Enjoy a cooking apron to take home and savor every bite of your creations at the end of class while mingling with other food lovers.

See a new side of Catalonia—and explore beyond Barcelona hassle-free—on this small-group full-day tour to Girona and the Costa Brava. In Girona, explore the Old Town on foot and discover many of the city's key landmarks, including the cathedral, which served as the "Great Sept of Baelor" in the hit TV series "Game of Thrones." Next, visit medieval Catalan villages such as Pals and Calella de Palafrugell, and enjoy coastal Mediterranean views along the way.

Feel the passion of Andalucian flamenco at Barcelona’s Tablao de Carmen, one of the city’s best-known ‘tablaos’ or flamenco bars. The electrifying show features flamboyant dancing, singing, clapping, and guitar. Choose from two show times and opt to enjoy tapas, a meal, or a VIP dinner with wine pairing while you watch. Your experience includes admission to the Spanish Village, built in the 1920s to showcase traditional architecture.

Rather than just eating paella, learn the secrets behind Spain’s most famous dish so that you can recreate at home during a cooking class led by a professional chef. The perfect choice for food lovers and first-time visitors, this experience provides an introduction to Barcelona’s culinary heritage and culminates with a 5-course meal accompanied by wine and cava.

Make the most of your visit to Barcelona's architectural crown jewel on a skip-the-line tour of the Sagrada Familia Cathedral. Bypass the long wait to enter Gaudí’s Modernist masterpiece, and learn about the inspiration and symbolism of the cathedral’s design. You can even ascend the cathedral towers to rise directly over the heart of Barcelona for panoramic city views (optional).

Make your way to the space, located in the heart of the El Born neighborhood. Get to know your tango instructor and a group of fellow dancers while sharing a toast in a lovely patio. When everyone is ready, it’s time to dance. Don’t worry if you’ve never danced tango before, or if you think you have two left feet: Your professional tango dancer instructor will guide you through all the steps and movements. As you go, receive insights into the history and culture of tango.

Get an insider’s look at Barcelona’s cuisine in this immersive workshop led by a chef from one of the city’s popular restaurants. You’ll discover the stories behind the ingredients of key Spanish dishes and learn how to make tasty “croquetas” and the local favorite “tortilla” omelette. As you get hands-on in the cookery school, you’ll sip Spanish wine—all included—and learn why it pairs so well with tapas.