The 6 La Boqueria and Market Tours in Barcelona That Earn Their Price

1.Paella Cooking Experience & Boqueria Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,661 reviews · 3 hours · from $85Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Travel Bar near Las Ramblas, visit La Boqueria for paella ingredients, then prepare tapas, seafood paella, and sangria in an open-kitchen class. Chefs including Andrea, Luca, Koko, and Maya bring plenty of humor and practical cooking tips.

“we did a team building activity, was a lot of fun! Andres who was the cook was very funny, we had a delicious paella and few appetizers. Sangria was nice also but was too sweet. We didn't get to prepare sangria though. The wine quality could be better , was a bit watery.”

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2.Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,531 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114Top rated

Start near La Rambla with a chef-led visit to La Boqueria, then return to GAB Lab for tapas, sangria, and hands-on paella. Groups are capped at 12, and seafood, chicken, and vegetarian options are available. Guides may include Maria, Hugo, Bibi, or other members of the team.

“One of the best experiences I had in Barcelona. Thanks to Hugo and Andres. The paella, sangria and tapas were delicious.”

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3.Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit and More

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 711 reviews · 3 hours · from $95

Start at La Boqueria with chefs such as Maria, Hugo, Simon, or Yaya, then walk to a nearby kitchen to prepare paella, sangria, tapas, and almond cake. The class is hands-on, English and Spanish friendly, and adaptable for vegetarian, chicken, and some dietary needs.

“The team at GAB was outstanding. The attention to detail was exactly what a cooking lesson should entail. Why certain ingredients, how they are used, the cooking method and its importance. We look forward to trying the recipes back home and would highly recommend the class to cooking enthusiasts and novices alike.”

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4.Half-Day Spanish Cooking Class & Boqueria Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 383 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $117

Start with a chef-led visit to La Boqueria on morning dates, then prepare a four-course Spanish meal with bilingual instructors such as Juan, Sonia, or Candido. Expect market tastings, practical cooking tips, Catalan flavors on Wednesdays, and generous Riojan and Galician wines.

“What a great evening Juan our chef/teacher was fantastic We were a group of five from the UK, joined by 2 from OZ and 2 from USA. We all took part in cooking a gorgeous 4 course meal. Once all the knife skills were out of the way the wine was flowing as we cooked the various courses. Lasted around 3 hours. Highly recommend”

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5.La Boqueria Market and Paella Cooking Class in Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $145

Meet near Plaça Reial, visit La Boqueria with your chef, then cook seafood or vegetarian paella, Spanish omelet, and crema Catalana in an 18th century apartment. English-led groups cap at 12, with wine, coffee, and a full meal served at an Imperial table.

“Great class! Awesome teacher I learned so much! Everything was explained clearly and the entire experience was enjoyable”

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6.Barcelona Paella Cooking Class & Boqueria & Hofmann-Trained Chefs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $127

Meet Chef Maria or Chef Emma at La Boqueria for a guided market visit, then walk 700 meters to a refurbished cooking studio. Prepare tapas, sangria, and seafood paella in a group of no more than 12. Vegetarian and meat paella require advance notice.

“Chef Emma was most enthusiastic and talented. She kept our party lively and the food and fantastic. Seafood paella from the market with an enjoyable group adventure”

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