15 Workshops & Classes in Malta Worth Booking

1.First Experience Scuba Diving Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 415 reviews · from $91Our pick

Learn basic scuba skills in English, then practice them during a training session before exploring Malta’s clear coastal water on a second shore session. Instructors such as Ema, Marcel, Holly, Daniel, and Riccardo are praised for calm, patient guidance. Groups are limited to four, with a maximum depth of 12 meters.

“It was a great experience with a sophisticated guide. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to give it a shot”

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2.Chocolate Making Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 80 reviews · 1 hour · from $29

At Malta Chocolate Factory, an English-speaking chocolatier guides you through chocolate history, production, truffles, and molded treats. You will paint your own chocolates, wear an apron, and take your creations home. The one-hour class costs $29 and welcomes wheelchair users, but not children under 8.

“It was fun and a nice souvenir (if the chocolates actually make the flight home!) 🤣🤣🤣❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Our teacher was very sweet ❤️”

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3.Truffle Making Master Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 53 reviews · 1 hour · from $35

At Malta Chocolate Factory near Bugibba Square, an English-speaking chocolatier guides you through chocolate history, ganache, fillings, and decorations. You make 12 truffles in one hour, using dark, milk, and white chocolate, then pack your creations in a gift box.

“This was such a good and little experience to do throughout the day, everything tasted amazing. Felt like big kids playing with chocolate!”

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4.Chocolate Making Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $30Top rated

At Malta Chocolate Factory in San Pawl il-Baħar, you’ll spend about an hour learning cocoa basics, painting chocolate, and making truffles with guidance from Nirl and Emma. The workshop is in English, suited mainly to adults, and ends with your own sweets to take home.

“An informative and enjoyable time making chocolates. It was a hands on experience and well worth the time and money. The chocolates we made we took with us and didn’t last until next day. Helpful and friendly staff. Afterwards we had a hot chocolate with a shot of Baileys in and it was delicious.”

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5.Cooking Class and Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 4 hours · from $87

Meet Chef George at Maldonado Bistro, shop Victoria’s main square for fresh ingredients, visit cheesemonger Joe and Vicky Coffee, then make pastizzi, Gozitan ftira, bigilla, and nougat in an air-conditioned open kitchen. Eat your work for lunch, with wine or beer, recipes, and a food souvenir.

“George was great, the food was delicious and we had so much fun!”

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6.Maltese Tile – Souvenir painting workshop with local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Meet Clive, a local artist and educator, in his traditional Maltese townhouse studio. Learn how Maltese tiles are made, design and paint a 10 x 10 cm coaster tile, then take it home in a handmade box. Tea, coffee, water, materials, and guidance are included.

“Clive was lovely, very welcoming and was happy to answer any questions. I would really recommend for anyone, even if you don’t consider yourself much of an artist!”

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7.Workshop: Maltese Souvenir Tile Design Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

In Clive’s small studio inside a traditional Marsa house, you’ll learn about Maltese tiles, design or choose a pattern, shape a plaster or white-cement tile, and paint it with acrylics. The two-hour English workshop suits beginners and experienced artists, with photos included.

“So recommendable! With Clive, it was great time to understand the Maltese traditional and about the tiles :) Also since it was close to Easter, he shared some baked snacks which is Maltese traditional again! If you would like to experience genuine and authentic Maltese culture, it is the way!”

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8.Beach Yoga Class with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 28 reviews · from $26

Meet Yoga Malta at Sliema Chalet for a 75-minute English-language class of breathing, sun salutations, poses, and relaxation. All levels are welcome, with pose adjustments for beginners. Bring a mat or towel, then cool off with a swim in the Maltese sea.

“Great yoga class, I felt so relaxed afterwards! The instructor is kind and provides modifications of the poses. A must try in Malta if you’re into yoga.”

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9.Cooking Class in Gozo with Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $77

Meet George and Emilia at Maldonado Bistro in Victoria for a four-hour, hands-on Gozo cooking class. Shop locally for ingredients, prepare dishes such as pastizzi, ftira and nougat, then eat lunch with wine or beer. You also take home the recipes and a food souvenir.

“I loved to make the ftira by myself, and see the result once cooked ! I will do it again to share with friends once I am back home”

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10.Game of Thrones Location Yoga Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · from $26

Meet James and the Yoga Malta team at Manoel Fort for a 90-minute, all-level class at a Game of Thrones filming location. Expect breathwork, sun salutations, yoga poses, meditation, and sea views over Valletta. Bring a mat or thick towel, water, and swimwear.

“James was great. We had a very nice and relaxing session. Thank you”

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11.Family of Monsters Chocolate Making Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15 reviews · 1 hour · from $18Best value

At Malta Chocolate Factory, an English-speaking instructor guides you through chocolate paint, edible decorations, and the story of chocolate before you shape a 3D monster to take home. The one-hour class suits families with children aged five and up and keeps the focus on hands-on creativity.

“Excellent activity for all ages excellent organiser no TV’ On a TV”

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12.Gin and Chocolate Pairing Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1 hour · from $41

Meet near Bugibba Square for a one-hour English-language workshop led by hosts such as Renai. Taste four gins, including Island8 and other Maltese creations, pair them with five handmade chocolates, learn about botanicals and distillation, and prepare a cocktail.

“I booked this activity thinking it would just be a case of a couple of drinks and chocolates, but it was so much better than that. Set above the chocolate shop in a little workshop you get to learn about the history of gin and the different styles of gin. With 4 drinks paired perfectly with amazing chocolates it was amazing value for money too. The host was super knowledgeable and friendly. All in all the simple image and text with this experience do not do it justice.”

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13.Gin and Chocolate Pairing Workshop in Malta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Meet at Malta Chocolate Factory in St. Paul’s Bay at 3 pm for a guided tasting of Island8 small-batch gin, two other gins, gin-based drinks, and five handmade chocolates. Your host explains botanicals, distillation, and pairing ideas in a small group of up to 15.

“The host was entertaining and the experience was pleasant. The chocolate and gin pairings were interesting and tasty.”

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14.Malta Surf School, Beginner Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · 1 hour · from $71

Meet the Malta Surf School team by the blue flag near Singita kiosk for a one-hour beginner lesson. You’ll learn board safety, sand-based pop-ups, paddling, and wave catching in a group of no more than six. Instructor Valerio has helped first-timers ride several waves.

“The instructor was very clear and very friendly. The helpers were always on hand to give advice or assistance it was great fun indeed.”

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15.Truffle Making Master Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $35

At Malta Chocolate Factory in San Pawl il-Baħar, an English-speaking chocolatier guides you through ganache, chocolate history, flavour choices, and decoration. You make 12 truffles, taste along the way, and carry your finished sweets home in a gift box.

“The experience was beautiful. The chocolates taste great and it was also fun. You look a little bit like a piggy afterwards, but that's also quite funny. Tasting is also very important here, which I always like as a sweet tooth. But there was a bit of a deduction, because it was a bit expensive for 12 chocolates and also took only 40 minutes.Auto-translated”

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