Barcelona Food & Market Tour with Paella

3 hours

Max 12 people

Commentary: Guide · en

Barcelona, Spain

About this activity

Explore Barcelona through its dynamic food and culture as you taste your way through 6 family-run businesses specializing in the dishes and products that make Barcelona unique.

Highlights

Enjoy a delicious tour of 6 iconic spots – enough for a full meal.
Get an insider’s guide to one of Barcelona’s local food markets.
Taste authentic paella in a historic eatery, formerly an 18th century winery.
Embark on a walking history tour of El Born and Barceloneta neighborhoods.
See the city through the eyes of a local in its bars, bodegas and food stalls!

Full description

Out of all Spanish cities, Barcelona is the biggest melting pot with an impressive history and identity of its own. Now, its food scene is a mix of both Spanish and uniquely Catalan classics. On this tour with a small group of just 12 other people, you’ll get a sense of this fascinating past as well as the ever-changing present, both of which make Barcelona’s food story what it is today.

Begin your tour at a family-run restaurant serving the locals of El Born since the 1960s. You'll sit down for a classic Catalan breakfast, including the Spanish potato omelet and two local bites served on artisan bread, toasted to perfection.

After breakfast, it’s time to explore one of Barcelona’s most storied neighborhoods. El Born might be home to trendy tapas bars and designer boutiques, but it’s also a prime example of the rich history still on view across Barcelona. As you make your way down the narrow medieval streets, you’ll hear fascinating stories from your expert guide that will put what you see before you into context.

Along the way, you’ll also see an example of one of Barcelona’s specialty shops – one of the last in existence – and try a selection of their best-selling product.

For a different perspective of Barcelona, you’ll make your way to another iconic neighborhood: La Barceloneta. Here you'll visit an authentic food market in the city. Alongside your expert guide, make your way through these enticing stalls as you learn about local traditions and customs. Of course, tastings are included along the way: seasonal fruit, delicious Spanish cheeses, and cured meats, including jamón ibérico!

Peruse some of the most interesting corners of this seaside district before gaining an education in the art of the Spanish aperitif! A glass of delicious vermouth awaits at a local bodega where you’ll also get to try one of Barcelona’s tastiest tapas: the bomba. Fittingly, this neighborhood is also considered its birthplace!

The final stop of the tour is a traditional Spanish meal. Sequestered in the fishermen’s district, this spot has been serving locals since the 1950s and continues to deliver some of the best iterations of classic fare. Try some of the best seafood paella in town made using seasonal ingredients and paired with a delightful local wine.

You’ll come away from this experience with a unique understanding of Barcelona’s food culture and how it has been shaped.

Included / Excluded

Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour
6 tasting stops with 12+ tastes and 3 drinks
Small group of max 12 people

Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

16 Avinguda de Francesc Cambó, Mercat de Santa Caterina, Barcelona, ES

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at Mercat Santa Caterina, Av. de Francesc Cambó, 16, 08003 Barcelona, in front of the main entrance.

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Important information

Know before you book

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, gluten free (not celiac), Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop. Not recommended for vegans
The tour covers breakfast and lunch.
The tour is in English.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

Know before you go

Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking over uneven surfaces to make your tour more enjoyable.
The tour covers breakfast and lunch.
Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
We recommend you bring a water bottle (to protect the environment we don't provide plastic bottles). You'll be able to fill your bottle on tour.
Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.