Barcelona : Paella Cooking Experience + Boqueria Market Exclusive Tour

4.9
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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Are you interested in learning how to make a traditional Spanish seafood paella? Then go for a trip through the ancient town and shop for ingredients at La Boqueria with the chef. Taste some delectable tapas, create some sangria, and watch the chef cook a paella de marisco for you to enjoy.
When the paella de marisco is finished, return to your tables, settle down, and enjoy the meal with your own freshly mixed sangria.

✔ An introductory tour of the world-famous Mercat de la Boqueria is led by a certified chef.
✔ Join a hands-on cooking workshop to create a shareable seafood paella.
✔ Learn how to prepare quick and authentic local tapas.
✔ Make and drink unlimited sangria throughout

What's Included

All meals and drinks provided, plus digital recipe access via QR code
Savor traditional tapas while strolling through Barcelona’s historic Old Town
Enjoyment of freshly prepared seafood paella (paella de marisco)
Interactive sangría-making session
Live paella cooking demonstration with hands-on guidance
Guided tour of La Boqueria market (depending on market hours)
Transportation services
Gratuities (optional)
Market tours are not available on Sundays and public holidays

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Carrer de la Boqueria 27, Barri Gòtic, 08002, Barcelona. The meeting point is inside Travel Bar, just off Las Ramblas on the street leading away from the Miró mosaic and the Chinese dragon.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • Mercat de la Boqueria (Pass by)

    Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, commonly known as La Boqueria, is Barcelona’s oldest and most iconic food market, with origins dating back to the 13th century. Located at La Rambla, 91, in the heart of the city, this bustling market is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, colorful displays, and wide variety of fresh local produce, especially seafood. As part of the experience, participants will enjoy a guided tour of the market led by a professional chef, who will explain the key ingredients of Spanish and Catalan cuisine while selecting fresh items for the day's paella preparation.

    Admission ticket free
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    Ciutat Vella (Old Town)

    The Old Town (Ciutat Vella / Barri Gòtic area) is one of Barcelona’s most fashionable and historic districts, known for its narrow winding streets, Gothic architecture, and vibrant atmosphere. Located just off Las Ramblas, it blends medieval charm with modern energy. Guests will enjoy a guided walk through this iconic neighborhood before arriving at a private dining room with an open kitchen nearby. Here, you'll take part in a hands-on culinary workshop: enjoy tapas tasting, prepare pan con tomate and pintxos, mix your own sangría, and watch a live paella de marisco demonstration. The experience ends with a shared group meal of your freshly prepared sangría and seafood paella.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is an interactive paella-making class with participants taking on different roles during the experience.
  • Vegetarian options are available; please inform us of any dietary preferences when booking.
  • The market tour is unavailable on Sundays and public holidays due to market closures.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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