15 Workshops in Croatia Worth the Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 168 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $290.36Our pick

Dubrovnik countryside farm cooking class with garden picking, hands-on bread and pasta, and a 4-course Dalmatian meal plus homemade wine.

“A MUST go experience. The owner/host greeted us on the bridge to her house with such amazing hospitality and it didn’t end until she hugged us goodbye. We cooked with 6 other people, from two different lovely families, which only increased our enjoyment of this wonderful evening. The food was absolutely delicious. It was so much fun picking the vegetables in her garden and meeting all of her animals on her farm. Loved learning the history of her family and the region and even seeing how her husband cooked the delicious meat in the open fire “under the pot”. The sweet ending of desserts, some that we made, really ended…”

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Cooking Classes, Split Tours & Activities, Tour Reviews, Workshops

Split Cooking Class

2.Split Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $211.72

Morning markets, hands-on Croatian cooking, and a full lunch with wine in Split. Chef-led, small groups, and you’ll leave with recipes.

“Drago was such an amazing host and teacher. My favorite part of the trip was picking our ingredients in the market for our meal. I really enjoyed learning the dishes and having all around fun in the kitchen laughing and cooking. He really represents this school well and I have a new love for Croatian people.”

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Culinary Experience – Cooking Class & Walking Tour Split

3.Culinary Experience – Cooking Class & Walking Tour Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $336.41

Small-group Split cooking class and markets walk with a local guide, 3-course Dalmatian lunch, tastings, and hotel-kitchen fun.

“What a wonderful experience! My friend and I spent the day with our fantastic guide in Split. He was a local and incredibly knowledgeable, sharing insights into the city’s history and the Croatian people. As we explored the city, we made several stops at shops to indulge in sweets, pastries, and local honey. The second part of the tour was a culinary experience at a lovely 5-star hotel kitchen, where we worked with a very handsome head chef. We cooked and enjoyed a delicious lunch that we had helped prepare. This well-paced experience was filled with history, tasty local cuisine, and a wonderful guide who exuded passion and pride for…”

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Waves & Watercolors: A Seaside Painting Workshop

4.Waves & Watercolors: A Seaside Painting Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66.01

Watercolor workshop at Pula’s Lighthouse Beach, Cape Verudica. Small group of 6, all supplies provided, taught by Renata.

“I’m very happy I did this! I decided the morning session and did not regret it! Renata that holds the workshop is really talented, wonderful and kind person. I really recommend this!”

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Cooking Classes, Dubrovnik Tours & Activities, Tour Reviews, Workshops

Authentic Garden to Table Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside

5.Authentic Garden to Table Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $208

Dubrovnik countryside farm-to-table cooking class in Konavle, with garden harvest, hands-on bread and pasta, and a family meal with wine.

“My sister and I decided to take a break from the regular tour stuff and take this cooking class. We could not have been more delighted. We were picked up from our hotel by Ivo. We had a mini history lesson of the area on our way to the site. The place, which has been in the family since the 1500's was beautiful. The whole family is involved in this endeavor. We met his lovely wife, Katarina and one of his daughters. Everyone lends a hand. Had a tour of their amazing gardens and fruit trees, where they produce their own wine, and where they produce their own olive oil.…”

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Štrukli cooking class with Dolac Market Tour

6.Štrukli cooking class with Dolac Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $96.33

Explore Zagreb’s Dolac Market and learn štrukli dough techniques in a small English class with wine, oils, cured meats, and recipe.

“Learned the technique of stretching dough, which I didn't fully understand before. Overall, a wonderful experience.”

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Cooking Classes, Private, Tour Reviews, Workshops, Zadar Tours & Activities

Zadar: Private Cooking Class

7.Private Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13 reviews · 2h 30m · from $141

Private Dalmatian cooking class in Zadar. Shop for ingredients, cook two dishes, taste grappa and wine, then eat what you make.

“The market in Zadar is so impressive, both the fruits and vegetables and other produce and the fish market is awesome. Tamara was an excellent guide and then Petra showed us how to prepare squid and then stuff it and cook the dish, then the mussels and an intriguing and different way of making little doughnuts.”

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Dubrovnik: Local Wine, Dine and Design Workshop

8.Local Wine, Dine and Design Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 2 hours · from $100

Paint a tote bag, sip local wine, and snack on Dalmatian cheeses and charcuterie in Dubrovnik Old Town at Studio Slatko kao cukar.

“What a wonderful experience! Great food and wine paired with a fun activity. Our local hostess was lovely and made us feel right at home. The bags were soft and easy to decorate and were very helpful to use for the rest of our trip. Not to mention, they’re a wonderful momento! I would highly recommend doing this activity if you’re looking for something that’s authentic and creative.”

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Croatian Traditional Cuisine: Peka Cooking Lesson

9.Croatian Traditional Cuisine: Peka Cooking Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $162.47

Learn peka cooking in Mokošica near Dubrovnik, cook under the bell-like dome, enjoy lunch with homemade wine, plus pickup.

“If you want to get to a really authentic out-of-the-way place in the hills near Dubrovnik for a delicious meal cooked in the traditional way with oak fire, hot bricks and iron bell cooking pot, do this. Yes, it's a bit pricey but wow for the food and for the scenic views. The restaurant is a converted railway station and along the way you will see lots of bunkers left over from the war, and the driver will be happy to tell the stories from times past.”

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Tour Reviews, Workshops, Zagreb Tours & Activities

Traditional Workshop Experience Hearts Of Zagreb

10.Traditional Workshop Experience Hearts Of Zagreb

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $48.16Best value

Make a Licitar heart and a Zagorje wooden toy in a preserved Zagreb house, with folk dancers, guided stories, rakija, and photos in English.

“We booked, we paid, it was confirmed, we turned up, waited 20 mins, but no tour guide turned up at the meeting place. Waste of an evening ! Not acceptable !”

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Croatian cuisine cooking class with Dolac market tour

11.Croatian cuisine cooking class with Dolac market tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $156.53

Zagreb market-to-table cooking class with a Dolac Market stroll, hands-on 3-course traditional meal, and Croatian wine in a small group.

“What a fun and educational experience for our family of four. The food was delicious and the cooking process was great. Good times!”

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Guided, Makarska Tours & Activities, Scuba Diving, Tour Reviews, Workshops

Tučepi: Adriatic Sea Diving Lessons with Guided Dive & Gear

12.Tučepi: Adriatic Sea Diving Lessons with Guided Dive & Gear

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $74

Tučepi scuba intro with guided training, full gear, and Biokovo Mountain views, small groups of up to 8.

“It was a fun experience to dive for the first time. Jacob was a great instructor, explained everything clearly and with him I felt guided well. The only minus is that the place (first dive from the beach) was pretty boring, but I was ensured that in the next place it's supposed to be way better.”

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Split Cooking Class – Afternoon Edition Shared Activity

13.Split Cooking Class – Afternoon Edition Shared Activity

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $210.28

Afternoon cooking class in Split with a chef, Croatian wine pairings, hands-on fish and vegetable dishes, and Dalmatian dessert.

“The two gals Ivana & Bruna were absolutely delightful, charming & fun to be with...It turned out to be just my wife and I, which was perfect...”

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Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb

14.Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199

A private Zagreb market tour and 3-course Croatian cooking class with Željka, shopping at Dolac Market, then eating with local wine and liqueurs.

“Amazing day with Zeljka. Loved the market tour and shopping for ingredients. Learned how to prepare several delicious Croatian courses. Beautiful terrace and garden. Everyone should do this when visiting Zagreb!”

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Local Paint and Wine Workshop: A Unique Creative Experience

15.Local Paint and Wine Workshop: A Unique Creative Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours · from $82

Paint your own Dubrovnik masterpiece in the Old Town with step-by-step guidance, unlimited local wine, and all materials provided.

“We loved it. The host was so kind and accommodating. Quick to help with anything when needed. The wine was flowing and lovely. Would really recommended to couples or a group looking for something to do in Dubrovnik. Great value for money!!!”

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