Barcelona Tapas Food Tour with Lunch or Dinner in El Born

Barcelona Tapas Food Tour with Lunch or Dinner in El Born

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About This Tour in Barcelona

Taste your way through the Catalan capital on our award-winning Barcelona Tapas Tour. We handle the details so you can skip the crowds and enjoy authentic Spanish cuisine made by locals. Food is central to Catalan culture, and there’s no better way to experience it than by sharing tapas with fellow foodies. Over two and a half hours, you’ll visit four top tapa spots across the Gothic Quarter and El Born, sampling classic small plates and local drinks while uncovering hidden cultural gems. Along the way, see Roman ruins, charming squares, and landmarks like the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar. From patatas bravas and pimientos de Padrón to crispy fried fish, croquettes, paella, and a traditional Catalan dessert, you’ll taste the best of Spanish and Catalan gastronomy, paired with wine, vermouth, and cava. Perfect for friends, families, and solo travellers, this social experience is the ideal way to meet fellow food lovers and discover Barcelona like a local, with a local guide.

Why Visit Barcelona?

Barcelona is a stunning Mediterranean city known for Gaudi's architectural masterpieces and vibrant culture. Explore the Sagrada Familia, stroll down Las Ramblas, and enjoy beautiful beaches. Barcelona offers incredible cuisine, art, and a unique Catalan cultural experience.

Getting to Barcelona

The easiest way to reach Barcelona is by flying into Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Barcelona easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

  • Veggie and alcohol-free options at every stop
  • Guided walking tour through El Born and the Gothic Quarter
  • Wine, Cava, Vermouth for travellers 18+
  • Personalised recommendations from a local, foodie guide
  • An award-winning experience with pre-booked tables and priority service
  • Nine tapas in four restaurants (Croquettas, Pintxos, Patatas Bravas, Boquerones, and Paella)

What's Not Included

  • Additional drinks

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Alcoholic beverage will only be offered to travellers who are 18 or older
  • Gluten-free or vegan diets cannot be accommodated. However, vegetarian options are available. Please inform the activity provider about dietary restrictions in advance

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Meet

Our guide will be waiting in front of the pillars and stairs of the "Correos y Telégrafos" building at Pl. d'Antonio López, 1, 08002, holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early, as the tour departs on time. Late arrivals cannot be refunded.

End Point

We will end out food tour in this neighbourhood.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Meet your friendly local guide at Pl 15 minutes

Meet your friendly local guide at Pl. de Correus, 1, near the main post office in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. Look for the yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early, as the tour begins promptly and no refunds are available for late arrivals.

At the heart of Catalan cuisine, the Gothic... 20 minutes

At the heart of Catalan cuisine, the Gothic Quarter is a must-visit for any foodie. Explore Barcelona’s oldest neighbourhood through its flavours, starting at a family-owned tapas spot. Sample Spanish classics like croquettes, patatas bravas, and pimientos de Padrón, perfectly paired with a glass of local wine.

This family-owned bodega has been doing things the right way since 1945 15 minutes

This family-owned bodega has been doing things the right way since 1945. With only four tapas on the menu, it showcases the no-frills soul of Spanish cooking. Just steps from the port, we’ll eat like the sailors did long ago, sharing cones of crispy boquerones, sampling traditional Catalan butifarra sausage, and washing it all down with a pour from a porrón and a glass of Spanish vermouth. *Due to seasonal holidays, weekend availability, and weather conditions, we may not be able to go to this spot but we will compensate by ordering additional food at another stop or replacing this spot with another venue.*

We’ll wander through the city’s oldest neighbourhood marvelling... 10 minutes

We’ll wander through the city’s oldest neighbourhood marvelling at former Roman walls and towers on our way to the next food stop.

After leaving the Gothic Quarter we'll head to... 10 minutes

After leaving the Gothic Quarter we'll head to the bohemian El Born where we'll wander down picturesque alleyways, window-shopping at artisanal shops and art galleries.

Learn the story behind tapas in the lively... 15 minutes

Learn the story behind tapas in the lively setting of a classic pintxos bar, inspired by the Basque Country. Then dive in, selecting your favourite pintxos straight from the bar.

Before our final stop we'll see one of Barcelona's most stunning basilicas 5 minutes

Before our final stop we'll see one of Barcelona's most stunning basilicas.

We’ll return to the Gothic Quarter for the... 30 minutes

We’ll return to the Gothic Quarter for the grand finale: a hearty paella, a glass of sparkling cava, and a classic Spanish dessert that will make you fall in love with Barcelona all over again.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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