11 Workshops & Classes in Madrid to Build a Day Around

1.Spanish Cooking Class Paella Tapas and Sangria in Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,340 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $102Our pick

At Cooking Point in central Madrid, you’ll spend four hours preparing Spanish dishes with a local chef such as Angel, Teresa, Elisa, or Eduardo. Choose a morning paella class with a market visit or an evening tapas class, then eat what you make and take home the recipes.

“A highlight not to be missed! Best cooking class ever! The paella was delicious, and I can’t wait to enjoy again and cherished learning how its outsmarts made. A short trip to the local market was really fun. To top off the delicious sangria and dining with. Brie friends was magical!”

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2.Paella and Sangria Workshop in the City Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,264 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Join local hosts and chefs such as Ivan, Cristal, Miguel, or Dani for a hands-on paella and sangria class in central Madrid. You will chop, stir, mix drinks, learn practical tips, eat your meal, and take home recipes. Vegetarian and allergy options are available with advance notice.

“we had a fantastic time! the guide lila was lovely and the chef javier was quite knowledgeable. we had a nice time with the group aswell”

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3.Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 985 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $143

At The Cooking Clubhouse in central Madrid, an English-speaking chef guides you through paella from prep to pan. You cook in pairs, taste several recipes, and sit down for cheese, gazpacho, calamari, desserts, and five Spanish wines. Benji, Benny, Youssef, and other instructors may lead the class.

“Benji has great energy, passion and knowledge about cooking and wine. We were only two people in the class so we got all of the attention.”

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4.Paella Workshop with Bottomless Sangria in Central Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 763 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Join a small English-language workshop near Puerta del Sol for roughly three hours of paella, sangria, Spanish food history, and shared cooking. Hosts such as Ivan, Dani, Cristal, and Javier guide the group, provide recipes, and serve a chicken and seafood paella, with vegetarian and allergy-friendly options available in advance.

“I had a great time at the Sangria and Paella Making Class with Cristal and Ivan! They were so much fun and we learned so much about sangria and paella. We were celebrating my birthday and they made it very special for me! I would definitely recommend this experience.”

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5.Taste of Spain: Tapas Cooking Class with Bottomless Wine Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 414 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $151

At The Cooking Clubhouse in central Madrid, a chef such as Benjy or Ines guides you through four traditional tapas prepared in pairs. You’ll drink Cava and five Spanish wines, then sit down to share a six-course meal with a chef-made main course and Catalan dessert.

“We did this in a group of 6 and the entire groups agreed that this one of the best parts of our trip! The class was a blast, instructions were simple, the food was delicious, and the wine never stopped being poured! This class is a must while you’re in Madrid!”

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6.Half-Day Spanish Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 345 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

Choose a morning paella class with a local market visit, or an evening tapas class with five tapas, dessert, and sangria. English-speaking chefs including Ángel, Teresa, Eduardo, Elisa, and Maria guide you through each step, then you eat what you cook.

“This was one of the best experiences that I’ve had. Angel was a fabulous host and everything we made was delicious. I learned a lot, and I had a great time. I would definitely recommend this activity and I look forward to doing it again with friends and family.”

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7.Paella & Sangria Classes- Seafood, Chicken & Vegan option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 265 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $87

Meet at Paurora Experiences in central Madrid for a hands-on paella and sangria class led by instructors including Tony, Carlos, Pedro, and Yireles. Prepare sangria, tortilla, ham toast, and a shared seafood, chicken, or vegan paella, then finish with dessert drinks and recipes to take home.

“This was a great class to learn how to make sangria and Paella. The class was very interactive and hands on. One criticism is that the rice in the Paella needs to be cooked a little longer but other than that, I would recommend as a must do activity.”

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8.10 Tapas 2.5-Hour Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 222 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $80

At A Punto Cooking School in central Madrid, an English-speaking chef guides you through 10 Spanish tapas in a fully equipped kitchen. You will work in small teams, prepare dishes such as Basque gilda and Catalan pan tumaca, then share the meal with sangría. No previous cooking experience is needed.

“A very knowledgeable chef, a very clean and fun environment, I would definitely do this class again!”

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9.Tapas & Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with a Professional Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Join Chef Lola at a private cooking studio near Madrid’s Retiro district for a hands-on 3.5-hour class. Prepare ham croquettes, Russian salad, ajoarriero cod, and black rice paella, then eat it all with unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks, and water.

“This was such a memorable way to dine! We met some very interesting people, had great conversations, learned about cooking and Spanish culture, ate delicious food and enjoyed bottomless wine. Chef Loleo was great and the kitchen was beautiful. Highly recommend. We are a family of 6 with youngest being 13.”

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10.10 Tapas Cooking Class Experience in Madrid with Sangria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

At A Punto Cooking School in central Madrid, you’ll work with chef Gustavo, Rosa, or another instructor to prepare up to 10 Spanish tapas in English. The 2.5-hour class includes all ingredients, a shared home-cooked dinner, sangria, and a souvenir apron.

“A must do in Madrid! Gus and his staff gave us an education while teaching us how to create 10 tapas. We had a class of 12, all diff age folks. We all had fun cooking and eating together what we had prepared! It was a great experience that we’ve done several times in different cities! Perfect for everyone. Highly recommend! Gus spoke English and was happy to answer any questions we had!”

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11.Leathercraft Workshop in the Rastro of Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60Best value

In a small English-language workshop near Madrid’s Rastro, Michael introduces you to traditional leather tools and helps you make a bag, wallet, passport cover, purse, or custom item from Spanish cowhide. Add stamps or embossing, enjoy a drink and appetizer, then browse La Latina’s craft shops.

“It was an awesome experience! I highly recommend. He is very personable and his workshop was full of amazing leather pieces that were 1 of 1! He also has a way of sharing the most interesting historical facts about Madrid!”

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