Barcelona Gothic Quarter VIP Tapas & Wine Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Enjoy our most luxurious, flavour-packed experience.
- Discover traditional tapas and modern fusion dishes at family-run spots where recipes have been perfected over generations or reimagined with contemporary flair.
- Taste Toni’s legendary pork cheek, guests never guess what it is, and the tenderness always makes them believers in slow-cooked perfection
- Sample Jamón Ibérico that’s actually Iberian (the difference is enormous, and we’ll explain why in ways that make you sound impressive at dinner parties)
- Experience “hacer el vermut” like a proper local at a traditional vermutería, where vermouth and tapas have been the Sunday ritual since your great-grandparents weren’t born yet
- Learn why Barcelona’s food varies so dramatically by region, from Galician peppers to Andalusian eggplant with honey
- End with Catalan desserts and cava in a 14th-century wine cellar, because some walls have stories worth a thousand Instagram posts
Full description
You will taste authentic dishes at family owned establishments, from vermouth with Iberian ham to creative interpretations that respect tradition while adding a contemporary touch. Your local guide shares the stories behind each bite, including the cultural influences that shaped regional cooking, why Spanish omelettes inspire strong opinions across the country, and what “hacer el vermut” truly means to locals.
Between stops, you will explore the historic Call (Jewish Quarter), walk past the remains of the Roman forum in Plaça Sant Jaume, and experience the vibrant streets that have kept this neighborhood at the heart of Barcelona for centuries.
Included / Excluded
- Jamón ibérico
- Spanish omelette
- Eggplant with honey
- Padrón peppers or seasonal vegetable dish
- Pork cheek, meatballs or pluma ibérica
- Calamari with kimchi sauce or fried anchovies (pescaíto frito)
- Caneloni with butifarra
- Catalan dessert (crema catalana & fig ice cream)
- Red or white wine, Cava (Catalan sparkling wine), Vermouth & Water
- Local English-speaking guide
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Meeting point
Start Location
Pl. de Ramon Berenguer el Gran, 2, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
Pl. de Ramon Berenguer el Gran, 2, Pl. de Ramon Berenguer el Gran, 2, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
Your guide will be waiting for you directly in front of the statue of Ramon Berenguer riding his horse, and wearing a purple Eating Europe bag! Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early, so the tour can start on time. You do not need to print out a page to join the tour - showing us the confirmation email you will receive on your phone is fine!
Important information
Know before you book
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
Know before you go
- Wear flat shoes – it is, after all, a walking tour, so be comfortable.
- Please bring a bottle of water – although we do have drinks stops throughout the tour, walking can be thirsty work.
- Come hungry. You’ll be tasting lots of food!
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Cancellation policy
A public tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure. A private tour can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 7 days before tour departure
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Reviews
We enjoyed the tour which gave us some great tastes in the company of fellow travellers. Would have liked to the choice of wines to be more local, rather than, for example, Chianti, and Chardonnay was offered at two stops. Otherwise recommended as a way to explore some regional foods.
Amanda was an amazing guide, and I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. Her knowledge of Portuguese history was incredibly thorough, and you could tell how much she genuinely enjoys her profession and sharing her culture with visitors. She was also extremely helpful in answering questions about Lisbon, from recommending great restaurants to explaining the best ways to navigate the city. The food was absolutely delicious, especially the salted cod and the dessert at the end. There is plenty to eat, so definitely arrive hungry, but remember to stay hydrated. One practical tip: wear comfortable, supportive footwear because Lisbon has many hills, steps, and cobblestone streets. If your accommodation says the meeting point is a 20 minute walk away, consider allowing twice that amount of time in case you need to stop and rest along the way. Amanda was fantastic, the food was excellent, and I would absolutely take this tour again!
Excellent! We learned a lot about both the food and culture of Denmark. Mark was a fantastic host.
Frequently asked questions
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Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Stroller accessible.
- Near public transportation.
- This tour operates rain or shine