Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria
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Barcelona, Spain
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Go beyond enjoying an authentic Spanish meal with this chef-led foodie experience—from market to plate. First, you’ll head to the famous La Boqueria market, scoping out fresh ingredients. Shopping complete, you’ll head to the classroom for tapas and sangria before fastening your apron and trying your hand at paella. Once everything's plated, sit down to your creation with your fellow chefs, toasting to your best meal in Barcelona.
- Get a chef-guided look at a local market, participating in daily life
- Take an intimate cooking class, learning an authentic recipe for paella
- Drinks and tapas provided
- Limited to 12 travelers, you'll get a fun, small-group experience
Sample Menu
Starter
Starter · Seasonal Spanish Tapas
A selection of fresh, seasonal tapas such as cured meats, cheeses, pimientos de padrón, pan con tomate, and olives (Selections may vary)
Starter
Workshop · Traditional Spanish Sangria
Take part in a hands-on sangria-making workshop and enjoy your creation. Non-alcoholic version also available
Main
Main · Paella
Seafood paella Vegetarian and chicken options available Food allergies and preferences are collected at the start of the class
Dessert
Dessert · Tarta de Santiago
Classic almond cake from Galicia
Starter
Beverages
Bottled water, juice, and non-alcoholic sangria available
What's Included
- **La Boqueria Market Tour (Excluding Sundays and Public Holidays)
- Sangria-making workshop
- Tapas tasting (selection varies)
- Hands-on paella cooking class with a local chef
- Traditional Spanish dessert with instruction
- All recipes to recreate the experience at home
- Beverages included: sangria, red wine, bottled water, and juice
- Gratuities (optional, for a job well done)
- Market visit on Sundays and public holidays (market closed)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Gastronomic Arts Barcelona / GAB LABCarrer de Lancaster, 10, Bajo 1a, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
Please arrive early to avoid missing the market visit and important information. Late arrivals may rejoin 40 minutes after the class starts. On foot: From La Rambla, walk down Nou de la Rambla, first left onto Lancaster, halfway down on the right. White door with mural. Ring doorbell above mailbox.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Your three-in-one Barcelona food experience starts at your selected time: With three possible options, this flexible excursion can fit around your schedule. With just your guide and a small group for company, you’ll head first to Barcelona’s iconic Boqueria food market. See how locals live, get insider tips about picking the best-quality ingredients, and immerse yourself in Spanish culinary culture.
Next, return with your group to the professional kitchen and indulge in a tasting of several classic tapas dishes. You’ll have the chance to make your own traditional sangria as an accompaniment.
Then, roll up your sleeves and get to work: With your guide’s one-on-one instruction and support, you’ll master the art of traditional paella, made with seafood, chicken, or vegetarian-friendly options. Prepare it together—all materials are provided—and then sit down to enjoy your meal.
At the end of class, you’ll walk away with new culinary skills and a copy of the recipe, so you can recreate it after your vacation.
Next, return with your group to the professional kitchen and indulge in a tasting of several classic tapas dishes. You’ll have the chance to make your own traditional sangria as an accompaniment.
Then, roll up your sleeves and get to work: With your guide’s one-on-one instruction and support, you’ll master the art of traditional paella, made with seafood, chicken, or vegetarian-friendly options. Prepare it together—all materials are provided—and then sit down to enjoy your meal.
At the end of class, you’ll walk away with new culinary skills and a copy of the recipe, so you can recreate it after your vacation.
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Mercat de la Boqueria
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La Rambla
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- As everything is made fresh, food allergies will be confirmed at the start of the class.
- We do offer a chicken or vegetarian paella option
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Sandra_V
Such a fun experience and one of the highlights of our trip to Barcelona. We made sangria, paella, and cake, and everything was delicious. The class was fun, easy to follow, and the instructor was so friendly and engaging. Such a great way to experience Spanish culture, definitely recommend!
Reviews
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based on 2,777 reviews
Maria_S, May 2026
Absolutely an amazing experience! Well organized, so much fun! I advise to have that experience while in Barcelona.
Heather_T, Apr 2026
We didn't get the recipes for the sangria, paella, and almond cake. Please let me know how to get those.
Mariette_M, Apr 2026
Great experience- fun, and educational. Learned about seafood, parts of the city and had a wonderful meal.
Lisa_H, Apr 2026
Fantastic experience! Be sure to book for a day when the market is open! Learned so much about selecting and cleaning seafood, making sangria and paella. Highly recommend this tour!
Sheryll_C, Apr 2026
Class was amazing!! Yahyah(?sp) was so informative and fun. Trip to market was educational re: choosing fresh seafood. Class was fun and we made fabulous paella!! Thank you!
Robin_L, Apr 2026
The small alleyway and door did not indicate how absolutely awesome this experience was going to be. Our hosts and the chefs were outstanding and the food was the best we had in Barcelona. I would recommend this to anyone who loves food and cooking. Note- if you don’t want seafood, they offer chicken or vegetarian choices.
denise_r, Apr 2026
Really fun experience learning to make traditional paella, sangria & Tarta de Santiago. Very knowledgeable & hospitable crew & fun meeting people from other areas. We learned a lot, had a blast, and the food & sangria was fantastic!
LeeAnn_M, Apr 2026
Absolutely unique, fun, laid back, wonderful!! We had been to Barcelona a couple times previously and we're looking to do something a little different. Totally exceeded our expectations, and it was one of our favorite experiences to date. Book it!!
Deborah_K, Apr 2026
Outstanding experience! This tour was recommended by a friend and I am so glad I paid attention. The instructors were top notch and led us through the process very well. The market visit was super fun. We made sangria, the paella and an almond cake, all delicious. I would highly recommend!
catherine_p, Apr 2026
The market was so interesting and unique.
Hugo made the cooking class entertaining and informative.
Gabrielle was so helpful with preparing the vegetables.
Would definitely recommend!!
Ted_L, Apr 2026
Maria was fabulous!! So knowledgeable on Barcelona and the food we made! Sangria, tapas, paella and cake were fabulous and easy to make for a “non- cook” The group in our class was fun and super engaged which made it nice! Since the market isn’t open Sunday we didn’t get that part of the tour so recommend another day if you want to experience the market. Highly recommend the tour!
Jen_V, Apr 2026
The whole experience was fantastic - enjoyed learning about the market and picking seafood. Yaya and Alberto made the class fun, engaging, and gave great recommendations for around Barcelona.
mary_d, Apr 2026
A great experience
Including the trip to the market to buy our fish
Hands on & the expertise of the chiefs made this so much fun
Diana_T, Apr 2026
This was an excellent, fun class. Simon and Maria did an awesome job. Simon took us to the Market to pick the fresh seafood and explained how to choose the proper items. He showed us how to properly clean and prepare all the seafood for cooking. Maria did an excellent job prepping all the other items we needed to make the Paella, cake and Sangria. We thoroughly enjoyed the class, and the food was DELICIOUS. The others in the class were fun to be with, and Simon made sure that we all were engaged in the class.We would recommend to anyone who would like to take a class.
Tiffany_C, Apr 2026
Maria was incredible—extremely knowledgeable and thoughtful in the way she guided us through each step. She shared so much insight about Spain and its culture, which made the experience even more meaningful. Her talent truly shows in what she does, and she gives her full attention and care to every detail.
Kimberly_M, Apr 2026
This is the best tour I did in Barcelona! Simone was an amazing teacher. He was very interesting, fun, and outgoing which helped the group gel socially and move the class along at a good pace.
Rachel_G, Apr 2026
Our family of 5, including our three sons (8, 10 and 12) had a wonderful time in this cooking class. They were so accommodating to our kids including non-alcoholic sangria and making a separate chicken paella that they could eat. It was a fantastic experience and my kids came home so eager to help in the kitchen. Strongly recommend!!
Wanda_V, Apr 2026
Fantastic, engaging experience. Our chef was very personable and everyone got to participate in the hands on expedience. The paella was by far the best I’ve ever had.
Lauren_S, Apr 2026
This was one of our favorite excursions while in Barcelona! Simon was fabulous and the class was engaging and informative. My 11 yr old son who hates to cook said it was the highlight of the trip.
Jen_G, Apr 2026
Great team. So much fun good was better than expected! We went on a Sunday and were informed that the market was closed, I would have liked to know that in advance as I could have picked another day! We hit the market on our own the next day. And it is something you need to see with your own eyes truly amazing
Christine_K, Apr 2026
Wonderful afternoon at the market and learning how to prepare paella.
Great chef Andreas and assistant Gabby. All food was amazing. Sangria was fabulous. A must do if you have the time. A truly enjoyable experience.
LaChandra_W, Apr 2026
Nice experience. Kitchen space a little tight.
Made concessions for non sea food paella. Chef and staff were very friendly and accommodating.
krista_c, Apr 2026
This was an amazing experience with GAB. We had a wonderful tour of the seafood market at La Boqueria. Then had Tapas and Sangria and on to cooking our delicious Paella. I would highly recommend.
SusanI_T, Apr 2026
We loved our cooking class with Nestor. The food was delicious and fresh! There was plenty to eat and well presented. Everyone got to participate in the creation and we learned how to prepare squid, shrimp, mussels and clams for the dish. We learned how to make sangria and drank several different liqueurs. We made an almond cake for dessert. The location was very convenient, the space was clean and well appointed. We also had a very fun group of people and Nestor and crew were gracious enough to let us spend some extra time, after dinner, chatting and getting to know each other. We loved our excursion and would do it again!
David_W, Apr 2026
Instead of eating alone a a restaurant, I decided to learn about the authentic way to make paella. It was so much fun, absolutely delicious and very informative. The tour of the market, tapas, sangria, and even dessert was a bonus. Highly recommended!
Lorie_D, Apr 2026
The team we had was awesome. Fun and light yet extremely informative. We went thru the market but did not do anything but purchase fresh seafood. Turned out yummy!
Carol_N, Apr 2026
Market visit was awesome, loved the participation in preparing and cooking the paella. Making of sangria very interesting
Penny_B, Apr 2026
The tour to the market was so fun and educational. The cooking part was fabulous, we all participated and learned as we went. The sangria was especially good! The chef and his assistant were so helpful and knowledgeable.
Meghan_B, Apr 2026
This was such a fun experience! Simon and and Maria were great and very accommodating to our group. Our family met up with friends for the class and it was a great group activity, suitable for all ages.
Sandra_V, Apr 2026
Such a fun experience and one of the highlights of our trip to Barcelona. We made sangria, paella, and cake, and everything was delicious. The class was fun, easy to follow, and the instructor was so friendly and engaging. Such a great way to experience Spanish culture, definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much, Sandra. We are delighted to hear the class was one of the highlights of your trip to Barcelona. Sangria, paella, cake, and a friendly kitchen is a combination we are very fond of too. It means a lot to know the class felt fun, easy to follow, and engaging. We hope you bring a little Spanish flavor back home with you and let us know how your recipes turn out. We would love to welcome you back anytime.
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