--- title: Private Paella Cooking Class and Market Visit with Personal Chef lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/private-paella-cooking-class-and-market-visit-with-personal-chef/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 169 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 131 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Private market class, max six rank_in_category: 22 of 76 (Food & Tapas Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/private-paella-cooking-class-and-market-visit-with-personal-chef/ --- # Private Paella Cooking Class and Market Visit with Personal Chef **Guidekin's take:** Shop at La Boqueria before cooking seafood, chicken or vegetarian paella in a private class for your party. Ingredients, equipment, dessert instruction, recipes and unlimited drinks are included; the class is capped at six participants. 4.98 from 131 reviews at €169 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #22 of 76 in Food & Tapas Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Here’s what sets us apart: Best-In-Class: Based on our top-rated public class and ranked among the very best in Barcelona. Exclusive Intimacy: In your private group of up to six participants, the class is tailored to the group’s pace and preferences, making it feel uniquely yours from start to finish. Authentic Connection: At the iconic La Boqueria market, engage directly with the local culture by selecting fresh, authentic ingredients under expert guidance. Hands-On Expertise: The class focuses on active participation, allowing you to craft your own Sangria and paella from scratch. Curated Luxury: Seasonal tapas, private dining and Spanish dessert elevate the experience to a premium experience. Memories to Take Home: Beyond the food, you’ll leave with recipes and insider techniques to recreate an unforgettable Barcelona adventure. It’s not just a cooking class; it’s a personal, exploration of Spanish cuisine and culture that immerses you in an unforgettable culinary story. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please plan to arrive a few minutes… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 10:00, 14:00, 18:00: 3 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age 5+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €169 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.98/5 from 131 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Gastronomic Arts Barcelona - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 10:00, 14:00, 18:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.98 from 131 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 131 of 131. - 5 stars: 129 (98%) - 4 stars: 2 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Spanish style dessert with instruction - Digital group photo to remember the experience - Intimate hands-on Paella Masterclass with your personal Chef - Complete set of recipes to recreate the experience at home - Apron, all ingredients and cooking utensils for use - Bottomless beverage service (Spanish Sangria, wine, bottled water, juice, coffee and/or tea) - World famous La Boqueria Market visit with chef to collect your fresh ingredients ## Not included - Gratuities ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 14:00, 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please plan to arrive a few minutes early to avoid unplanned delays. BY FOOT: From La Rambla, walk down Nou de la Rambla. First LEFT on Carrer Lancaster (fruit store on corner). Halfway down on right (Sangria mural on door). Your chef will be waiting Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJD4WNnt6jpBIRIVeGBhxHwH8 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Wheelchair accessible - Minimum drinking age is 18 years - As everything is made fresh most allergies can be accommodated at the start of the class. - Choice of Seafood, chicken or vegetarian paella option ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €338 | €169 | | 4 | €596 | €149 | | 6 | €834 | €139 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Food & Tapas Tours start at €18 per person. ## Compared with other Food & Tapas Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #22 of 76** | €169 | 3h | 4.98 (131) | private | | [Hidden Barcelona Tapas Tour with Wine Fun and Local Secrets](/spain/barcelona/tours/hidden-barcelona-tapas-tour-with-wine-fun-and-local-secrets/?format=md) | €74 | 3h | 4.97 (1277) | shared | | [Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria](/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-paella-cooking-class-with-market-visit-tapas-sangria/?format=md) | €90 | 3h | 4.96 (3226) | shared | | [Barcelona Side Streets Tapas Food & Wine Tour with Eating Europe](/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-side-streets-tapas-food-wine-tour-with-eating-europe/?format=md) | €95 | 3h 30m | 4.99 (438) | shared | Ranked #22 of 76 in Food & Tapas Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €18 to €425, median €90; typical length 3h. 19 of 76 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/food-tours-barcelona/?format=md ## More in Barcelona - All Barcelona tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/private-paella-cooking-class-and-market-visit-with-personal-chef/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md