The 10 Best Valencia Cooking Classes

1.Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,150 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Meet Sea Saffron at MYR Hotel Palau Vallier for a four-hour food experience led by local chefs such as Daniel, Victor, Reyes, or Belen. Shop for paella ingredients at Central Market, cook step by step in a small group, and share paella, tapas, and Spanish wines. Market access depends on the day and start time.

“Reyes and Belen (spelling?) were the loveliest chef and assistant duo. Truly a special combination of enthusiasm energy and talent. By far the best visitor culinary class I have ever taken.”

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2.Valencian paella cooking class, tapas and visit to Ruzafa market.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 828 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $78

Meet Jose, Ana, or another local chef at San Valero Parish, shop for paella ingredients at Ruzafa Market, then cook chicken-and-rabbit paella in a small group. Your 3.5-hour class includes tapas, sangria, wine, salad, dessert, sweet wine, and coffee.

“The experience we had at My First Paella was top notch. This is in part to the wonderful chefs that take you through the entire immersive cooking experience. By first starting out with some general history of Ruzafa, we then headed on to Mercat Ruzafa for an understanding of the culture and significance of Paella (the entree and the pan), and the ingredients that make up Valencian Paella. The cooking experience started out with various Tapas and Sangria, all which were very good and hit the spot before the cooking adventure began. Cooking is hands on with the chef's working to ensure everyone in the group has an experience to…”

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3.Paella Cooking Class with Central Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 721 reviews · 4 hours · from $82

Meet near Plaza de la Virgen, walk with your English-speaking guide through Central Market, then cook paella at your own station with a professional chef. Daniel, Reyes, Victor, and other instructors explain local ingredients, wine pairings, and traditional techniques before you sit down to eat paella, tapas, wine, and dessert.

“We had an amazing time at this paella cooking class in València. From the moment we arrived, the hosts made us feel welcome and relaxed. We learned so much about the history of paella, the local ingredients, and the traditional techniques that make the dish so special. And of course—the paella we made was absolutely delicious. This class was a highlight of our trip and we’d recommend it to anyone visiting València.”

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4.Seafood paella cooking class, tapas and visit to Ruzafa market.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 328 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $78

Meet near San Valero Parish, shop for paella ingredients at Ruzafa Market, then walk eight minutes to the kitchen. Chefs such as Ana, José, Cristina, and Valentín guide you through sangria and seafood paella, with tapas, salad, wine, dessert, coffee, and mistela included.

“Learned many things, besides preparing a Paella. Ana and Cristina took good care of us. We also went to the market and met the vendors. Another chef was involved in the other group that prepared a paella valenciana.”

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5.Valencian Paella Cooking Class, Tapas & Sangria – Evening

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Meet at 5 pm for a three-hour Valencian cooking class with guides such as Jose, Ana, Guillermo, and Lilli. Make sangria, share tapas, help prepare paella with chicken, rabbit, and vegetables, then sit down with wine, dessert, and coffee. Expect a social group setting, practical cooking tips, and plenty of food.

“Great time. Fun and informative. Anna and Mariana were great hosts and teachers. Would do it again with them.”

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6.Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $77Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide at San Valero Church, visit Ruzafa Market, then cook paella with chefs such as Anna, José, Guillermo, and Christina. You will make sangría, taste tapas, learn the secret of socarrat, and share a full Valencian meal with wine, dessert, coffee, and mistela.

“The experience was perfect! Cooking together was interactive and fun, the vibe was very welcoming and warm! The chef explained every aspect of the recipe. We had plenty of delicious Spanish snacks with sangria before cooking. After we had our paella for lunch, we had a local dessert with wine and coffee. Thank you!”

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7.Authentic Valencian Paella Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 283 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $83

Meet Rafa and his team in Valencia, then travel about 30 minutes to a traditional farmhouse near Albufera Natural Park. You will cook authentic Valencian paella over an open fire, enjoy homemade tapas with wine or soft drinks, and finish with dessert. English and Spanish translation, equipment, drinks, and the meal are included.

“Skip the cooking classes in the city center, where it’s just with restaurants and go to Raffa’s home in a beautiful setting to really enjoy and savor more of Spain, its culture and its food. We loved this class and that there were vegetarian options for our teen!”

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8.Authentic Valencian Paella Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 99 reviews · 4 hours · from $81

Meet Rafa and his team near Valencia, then head toward Albufera’s rice fields and orange groves for a four-hour paella class. You’ll cook your own pan with guidance from a Valencian chef, enjoy tapas, sangria, DO wines, mistela, Coca de llanda, and take home recipes plus a participation certificate.

“We had a wonderful day with Rafa and Maria. They were so friendly and made the experience really enjoyable. Thank you!”

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9.Traditional Paella Cooking Class and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

In a small group of up to eight, you’ll cook seafood paella in a Valencian kitchen with chefs such as Antonio or Pepe. You’ll use local ingredients, prepare tapas, sip homemade sangria, hear the story behind paella, and finish with dinner and dessert. The two-hour class is hands-on and taught in English or Spanish.

“We all had a great time preparing the food and sangria and learning the tricks to cooking paella and of course eating and drinking what was made.”

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10.Private Paella & Tapas Cooking Class in a Local Chef’s Home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $97

Meet Valencian chef Jose at the IVAM Museum, then walk 10 to 15 minutes with him to his home kitchen. Over 3.5 hours, prepare two tapas, your choice of four paellas, sangria or Agua de Valencia, dessert, and Cremaet coffee in a fully private class.

“Authentic experience with passionate and knowledgeable chef. Jose welcomed us into his home kitchen to teach the art of making a delightful meal from start to finish: Sangria, tapas, paella and more. Wonderful conversation, food and a time we will always treasure.”

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