Devour Barcelona Food Tour & Local Market Visit

More than many cities in Spain, Barcelona is a melting pot. Influenced over the years by cultures from within Spain and beyond, the dishes that we consider traditional today weren’t always part of Barcelona’s story. But without them the city wouldn’t be the same. On this tour, we’ll explore a mix of traditional businesses and the ones that are writing that story today, while we discover the real Barcelona through its food.

– Take an insider tour of a market that’s always packed with locals (unlike the Boqueria!)
– Learn—by tasting!—how Barcelona’s current traditional dishes came to be.
– See the local side of two essential Barcelona neighborhoods: el Born and Barceloneta.
– Try paella in one of Barcelona’s most iconic spots, and learn to spot an authentic paella!
– Explore the bakeries, bodegas and food shops that are the heart of central Barcelona.

In between delicous food stops explore the Born neighborhood. One of Barcelona’s most iconic, we know it’s on your list to visit anyway—best to do it with an expert. Your guide will share our favorite neighborhood haunts and stories with you.

Start your morning at the Santa Caterina Market, a local favorite where the stalls have been family-run institutions for decades! You’ll weave in and out of locals doing their shopping as you learn about their daily customs and traditions.

While in the market stop to sample a variety of local Spanish cheese.

Then, of course, try some local cured meats—including jamón ibérico!

We’ll head to one of the market’s most-loved bars. Open since the 1980s, this is where locals stop for breakfast and lunch while shopping—and that’s exactly what we’re here to do! You’ll enjoy a glass of sparkling cava (the true Catalan way to start the day!) paired with next-level sandwiches featuring treats such as spinach tortilla and spicy Mallorcan sausage.

Pass through one of the Born neighborhood’s iconic historic squares.

We’ll visit one of Barcelona’s most loved bakeries to try their surprising speciality — a delicious filled croissant!

Our next food stop is one of Barcelona’s oldest specialty shops—one of the last of its kind, in fact! Here you’ll taste a variety of the shop’s star products.

As you are exploring the Born neighbourhood stop see this Catalan Gothic church.

Explore Barcelona’s famous fisherman’s neighbourhood where your guide will highlight some of the neighborhood’s most interesting corners.

Pass through one of Barceloneta’s local squares.

After a morning of exploring (and tasting your way through!) the Born neighborhood, it’s time to head towards the fishermen’s district of Barceloneta! At our first Barceloneta stop, it’s time to practice the art of the Spanish aperitif! We’ll visit a local bodega for a glass of vermouth and Barcelona’s favorite tapa: the bomba. Considered by locals to be the only tapa ever invented in Barcelona, we’ll share its colorful story with you.

At our last stop, we’ll finish strong with a traditional Spanish lunch! You’ll visit a tucked-away restaurant in the fishermen’s district that’s been open since the 1950s. Here we’ll enjoy some of the best homemade seafood paella in town, paired with fantastic local wine!

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• 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.

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• All taxes, fees and handling charges
• Expert local culinary guide
• Our Devouring Barcelona guide, packed with all our favorite places to eat and drink in the city
• Wine tastings
• Small group tour (maximum 9 guests)
• Food tastings (enough for breakfast & lunch)

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• 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.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Devour Barcelona Food Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Madrid.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 395 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.