Croatia · WORKSHOPS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 12 workshops worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Learn Dalmatian cooking on a family farm near Dubrovnik, with garden-picked ingredients, homemade wine, a generous meal, and hotel transfers.
“Its family oriented and homey. Nicola welcomed us with open arms and was full of knowledge, patience and kindness.”
Cook a seasonal four-course Dalmatian meal at a family estate near Dubrovnik, with garden produce, local wine, and hands-on Croatian traditions.
“Absolutely incredible experience. We were not sure what to expect but it exceeded our expectations. The family was lovely and the experience from start to finish was truly amazing. We are already talking about coming back and adding this to our agenda again!”
Cook a seasonal Croatian meal, gather garden ingredients, make bread, meet a 500-year-old family story, and dine with wine near Dubrovnik.
“We were picked up just outside the city walls and taken to a beautiful farm that has been in the same family for 15 generations. The mom and daughter instructors were very friendly and informative. We gathered vegetables, eggs and milked a goat and then prepared a delicious dinner with what we harvested. We also made our own bread. It was a wonderful time and we learned a lot from our gracious hosts about Croatian culture and food. Highly recommend!”
Paint a Dubrovnik tote bag while tasting local wine, cheese, charcuterie, and fruit in a friendly Old Town studio.
“Spent a great couple of hours letting our imagination run wild. Experimenting with colours and not being too worried about the outcome. The two ladies were really encouraging and helpful with advice. The food was lovely. The wine less so! But I’m a wine snob and I prefer red wine over white, but it did not dampen my spirits nor my enthusiasm. The evening is primarily about the art work of which I’m proud.”
Practice yoga on a paddleboard in Stoja Bay near Pula, with small groups, expert instruction, GoPro photos, and morning or sunset sessions.
“Great experience, incredible teacher, very pleasant atmosphere and unparalleled ambient 5/5”
Learn traditional Croatian peka cooking in Mokošica near Dubrovnik, with homemade wine, local hospitality, scenic views, and a hearty meal.
“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.”
Learn windsurfing in Poreč with a patient instructor, safe beach practice, and two hours on the clear Adriatic for $71.
“Really nice team and a patient teacher. Highly recommended”
Paint your own Dubrovnik keepsake while enjoying unlimited local wine in a friendly two-hour Old Town workshop.
“It was such a great experience. It was a lovely evening with good wine, painting and great conversations. Must do in Dubrovnik. Thank you!”
Paint an Istrian canvas in Rovinj with step-by-step guidance, local wine, small groups, and a souvenir you take home.
“Toller Lehrer, tolles Ambiente und ein tolles Ergebnis. Ich kann den Workshop zu 100% empfehlen.”
Taste Hvar specialties, local wines, olive oil and seafood at a family field in Stari Grad Plain, with a small-group dinner and cooking option.
“Korneljia the host provided a beautiful ambience in a field surrounded by olive trees in the UNESCO heritage plains of Starigrad. All ingredients, from vegetables to fish, wine to homemade brandy are either from her garden or locally sourced from the island. Very personalized culinary experience and great company. Highly recommended!”
Cook Korčula classics in Blato with Sanja, from handmade makaruni to Lumblija cake, then enjoy your meal with local wine.
“We Learned how to make Croatian hummus, Croatian style of pasta with a meat sauce and Croatian special cookies from the area. We were meet at the bus station and driven to the owners home. Gabrielle and Amelie were our instructors and were fun and informative. If you have special diet requirements they will work with you. They sell the olive oil made by the family. Additional tips for meeting location: Drive past the school and athlete field on your right and the bus station will be a block ahead on your left. If you park on the street or in the parking lot you need to pay for parking,…”
Climb Dubrovnik’s limestone with expert guides, safe top-rope instruction, sea views, and routes for beginners through advanced climbers.
“Excellent tour! We are experienced with bouldering but have not done outdoor climbing before. Our guides were extremely supportive, we felt safe, and got lots of good feedback. The routes are in a beautiful location and can be quite challenging. Highly recommended, thank you.”
Water, stone, table and trail — the best of each.
