7 Best Cooking Classes on the Amalfi Coast

Cooking classes on the Amalfi Coast are one of those experiences that sound a little touristy, until you actually do one and realize: wait, this is exactly why people come to Italy.

I’m Italian, so I’ll be honest: I can be a bit picky with food experiences. I don’t want a class that feels like a performance made only for tourists. I want fresh ingredients, proper local recipes, warm hosts, and ideally a view that makes you stop talking for a second.

That’s exactly why the Amalfi Coast works so well for a cooking class. The food here is simple but beautiful, with fresh pasta, local vegetables, lemons, seafood, mozzarella, and the kind of long, generous meals that make food on the Amalfi Coast such a big part of the trip.

You can make pasta in a farmhouse above the sea, learn to cook dinner in Praiano, roll gnocchi in a family home in Positano, or make pizza with garden ingredients near Amalfi.

Below, I’ve selected the best cooking classes on the Amalfi Coast, with a mix of easy coastal options and more rustic farmhouse experiences.

Before booking, pay close attention to the location. Some classes are easy to reach from Amalfi, Positano, or Praiano, while others are in the hills around Agerola or Pianillo. Those farmhouse classes can be fantastic, but you’ll want to plan the transfer before you book.

Here’s a quick comparison of all the cooking classes I recommend, including where they take place and who each one is best for.

Cooking Classes in Positano & Praiano

These are the easiest options if you are staying in or around Positano, Praiano, or Marina di Praia and do not want to spend half the day figuring out transportation.

They still feel local and hands-on, but the logistics are simpler than some of the more rural farmhouse classes in the hills.

If you are staying in Positano and want more options, I also have a dedicated guide to the best cooking classes in Positano.

Praiano Cooking Class with Dinner Overlooking the Sea

This Praiano cooking class is one of the best options if you want the experience to feel special, but still practical. It includes a round-trip boat transfer from Positano or Marina di Praia, which is a big plus on the Amalfi Coast.

You’ll be welcomed with an appetizer and aperitivo (aka copious amounts of Prosecco).

During the class, you prepare a full Italian meal with a chef, including dishes like bruschetta, eggplant parmigiana, meatball pasta, and tiramisu. Then you sit down for dinner with insane views of Positano, Li Galli Island, and the Faraglioni rocks.

This is more of a fun, social, sea-view dinner experience than a quiet traditional farmhouse class. If you are staying in Positano and want something memorable without going inland, it is a very strong choice. ➥ CHECK AVAILABILITY AND PRICES

Pros
✓ Includes boat transfer from Positano or Marina di Praia
✓ Beautiful sea-view setting
✓ Many travelers say this class was the highlight of their trip

Cons
✕ Not suitable for travelers with mobility issues
✕ If the sea is rough, the boat transfer may not run

Small-Group Cooking Class in Positano: Gnocchi, Tiramisù & Drinks

This small-group class takes place in Montepertuso, the village above Positano, inside a local family home on the mountain slopes. It’s a good option if you want something that feels more personal than a restaurant class, but still close enough to Positano to make sense logistically.

You meet at Piazza Cappella in Montepertuso, near the local bus stop from Positano, and then walk with the hosts to the villa. The experience starts with an informal aperitivo, which is a nice way to settle in before the cooking begins.

During the class, you learn how to make two types of gnocchi using fresh garden ingredients, plus homemade tiramisu. The meal can also include extras like bruschette, caprese, salami, ricotta, grilled vegetables, meatballs, and a few surprise family dishes, depending on the day.

After cooking, everyone sits down for a family-style lunch or dinner with wine, prosecco, water, soft drinks, dessert, and homemade limoncello. It sounds less polished than some of the bigger cooking schools, but that is exactly the appeal: it feels warm, local, and very family-run. ➥ CHECK AVAILABILITY AND PRICES

Pros
✓ Great Positano-area option
✓ Small group, with a maximum of 10 travelers
✓ More home-style than a standard restaurant class

Cons
✕ It is in Montepertuso, not down by the beach in Positano
✕ Not wheelchair accessible

Genuine Home Cooking Class + Wine Tasting

This class takes place in a local home in Praiano, between Amalfi and Positano, so it fits well if you are staying on this side of the coast and want something smaller and more personal.

You start with a welcome drink and homemade appetizers, then prepare traditional family recipes with your hosts.

The menu for the cooking class includes an appetizer, dishes like ravioli with lemon, tagliatelle with meat sauce, and a homemade dessert, depending on the day and the season. It is truly a farm-to-table experience with the vegetables sourced from the garden.

Despite the title, I would not book this expecting a formal wine tasting. Think of it more as a genuine home cooking class with 3 types of homemade wine included. That is actually a better way to look at it, and probably why it feels so warm and local. ➥ CHECK AVAILABILITY AND PRICES

Pros
✓ Small-group (max 6 people) class in a local home
✓ Lunch or dinner options available
✓ Easy to reach

Cons
✕ Not a proper wine tasting, despite the title
✕ Not wheelchair accessible

Farmhouse Cooking Classes on the Amalfi Coast

These classes are a little more rustic and ingredient-focused. They are great if you want gardens, fresh pasta, mozzarella, pizza, family recipes, and a slower countryside feel.

The trade-off is location. Some are not in the main coastal towns, so check transport before you book, especially if you are relying only on buses.

Amalfi: Prepare Fresh Pasta, Mozzarella and Tiramisù with Wine

This is one of the most popular farmhouse-style cooking classes on the Amalfi Coast, and it has the kind of menu most people picture when they book a class in Italy: fresh pasta, mozzarella, tiramisu, and wine.

You learn how to prepare these traditional local dishes from scratch (including the mozzarella made with fresh milk from the family’s cows!), then sit down to enjoy the food you made. The class includes a full meal, drinks, and all the equipment you need during the lesson.

The only thing to watch is the location. The meeting point is in Pianillo, in the Agerola area, so it is not as convenient as the classes in Amalfi, Positano, or Praiano. If you can arrange transport or take the bus, though, this is a very good classic option. ➥ CHECK AVAILABILITY AND PRICES

Pros
✓ Classic pasta, mozzarella, and tiramisu menu
✓ Great reviews and strong traveler feedback
✓ Lunch and dinner options available

Cons
✕ Not in one of the main coastal towns
✕ Group size can be larger than in some other classes

Forage Herbs, Make Grandma’s Ravioli & Tiramisù with Our Family

This class is for travelers who want something more rustic and family-run. It takes place at a farmhouse above the Amalfi Coast, where you forage for fresh herbs and make pasta using the family’s grandmother’s recipes. You’ll also visit the family cellar and try their homemade wine.

The cooking class usually includes handmade ravioli and tagliatelle, which you’ll eat accompanied by homemade wine and lemon tiramisu. It feels less polished than a restaurant class, but in a good way. This is the one I’d choose if you care more about authenticity than perfect convenience.

The important thing is the location. San Lazzaro in the Agerola area is not hard to love, but it is not the same as being in Amalfi or Positano. If you are using public transport, a daytime class is usually safer than an evening one. ➥ CHECK AVAILABILITY AND PRICES

Pros
✓ Family-run farmhouse setting
✓ Small group, limited to 10 participants
✓ More rustic and personal than many standard classes

Cons
✕ Agerola is less convenient without a car or planned transport
✕ Better for travelers who do not mind going inland

Amalfi Coast: Pizza & Mozzarella Class with Farmhouse Visit

If you are more excited about pizza than pasta, this is the class to look at. It takes place in the same kind of Amalfi garden setting as the top pick (with a sea view to die for!), but the focus is on Neapolitan-style pizza.

You visit the terraced gardens, see the lemon grove and vegetable garden, pick fresh seasonal ingredients, and then learn how to make pizza dough from scratch under the supervision of the master pizzaiolo.

The pizza is baked in a wood-fired oven, and then you get to sit down and enjoy the pizza that you made, accompanied by various beverages.

This is a great choice for families, groups, or anyone who wants a more relaxed and fun class. It is also easier to fit into the day than a longer experience. ➥ CHECK AVAILABILITY AND PRICES

Pros
✓ Pizza and mozzarella instead of another pasta class
✓ Garden visit and sea-view setting
✓ Good option for families and groups

Cons
✕ Not suitable for people with mobility issues
✕ Not ideal if you are looking for a very quiet, intimate class

How to Choose the Right Amalfi Coast Cooking Class

The best cooking class on the Amalfi Coast depends less on the menu and more on where you are staying. Moving around the coast can take longer than expected, especially in summer.

If you are staying in Amalfi, I would choose a class in or near Amalfi. You get the farmhouse feeling without dealing with a long transfer.

If you are staying in Positano or Praiano, look first at the classes in Montepertuso, Praiano, or nearby coastal towns. They are usually much easier than going inland to Agerola.

If you have a car, are happy to arrange a taxi or in some cases to take the bus, then the farmhouse classes in Agerola or Pianillo can be very worth it. They often feel more rustic, with gardens, fresh ingredients, and a slower countryside atmosphere.

If you are still planning your trip, check out my guide to the best things to do on the Amalfi Coast for more ideas beyond food.

FAQ About Cooking Classes on the Amalfi Coast

What is the best town for a cooking class on the Amalfi Coast?

Amalfi, Positano, and Praiano are the easiest towns if you do not have a car. Amalfi is great for farmhouse-style classes close to town, while Positano and Praiano are better if you want something easier to reach from the western side of the coast.

Do you need a car for cooking classes on the Amalfi Coast?

Not always. Some classes are walkable from town or include transfers, but others take place in the hills around Agerola or Pianillo. For those, you should check the meeting point carefully and arrange transport before booking.

What do you cook in an Amalfi Coast cooking class?

Most Amalfi Coast cooking classes focus on fresh pasta, gnocchi, ravioli, mozzarella, pizza, tiramisu, and lemon-based desserts. Many also include local wine, limoncello, and garden ingredients from the area.

Are Amalfi Coast cooking classes worth it?

Yes, especially if you choose a class that fits your location. A good cooking class gives you a slower, more local experience than sightseeing all day, and it is a nice way to enjoy Amalfi Coast food beyond restaurants.