Barcelona Food Markets & Tapas Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore La Boqueria's vibrant stalls
- Discover Santa Caterina's unique architecture
- Taste authentic Spanish tapas
- Learn about Catalan culinary history
- Enjoy a private, personalized experience
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of La Boqueria and Santa Caterina markets
- Sampling of traditional Spanish tapas
- Insights into local culinary traditions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Pass by: Meet your guide at Plaça Reial and start your private tour by taking a walk on the famous Ramblas, to head to the first stop of this foodie tour.
This tour will take you first to La Boqueria, situated on the famous Rambla, an open market and a benchmark of Barcelona. The market offers a great variety of fresh products of good quality. On this market, you can feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through his colorful and exuberant posts, or learn where the worldwide famous Iberian cured ham comes from. Further on, you will make your first stop for tapas. Your guide will be the perfect person to take you to authentic places, known by the locals. You will get the chance to taste pintxos, the small snacks that are originally from the northern regions of Spain.
This tour will continue with a visit to the Santa Caterina market, known for its colorful and wavy roof. Listen to this market’s history, built on the ruins of a an ancient convent. Last stop will be a restaurant, with typical Spanish and Catalan meat dishes and drinks. Enjoy!
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; group sizes may vary
- Please inform the guide of any dietary restrictions in advance
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- 0-2 years old: free of charge / 3-8 years old: 50% discount, based on the price of two adults / 9+ years old: adult price
- Other languages available upon request
- If you have any food allergy or dietary restrictions, please let us know once you book the tour
Traveler reviews
Walking city and food tour
Our tour guide, Andre was fantastic! Great tour of the city and wonderful food. He did an amazing job showing us sights we wouldn't have found on our own.
Outstanding tour
Montse was very knowledgeable and informative during the tour. Additionally she was energetic and was able to secure food and drink for us wherever she decided to visit.
Excellent, knowledgeable
Montse was a wonderful tour guide, she was a wealth of knowledge on Barcelona and the markets. She went above and beyond the usual tour guide and sent us additional information on things we had questions about.
Amazing food tour
Montse was an excellent guide. She was super informative and we were able to try a great variety of foods at La Boqueria including an amazing tortilla espanola, paella and Catalan version of octopus and cod. We also tried some great cava, churros and chocolate and amazing cheese in addition to learning a lot about Catalan culture. Definitely recommend!
Food Tour
The tour was very informative and a culinary delight. Our tour guide Montse showed us many sights that we didn't know about.