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Ultimate Barcelona Food Tour with visit to a Local Market

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Barcelona, Spain

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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Cut through the tourist menus and uncover what Catalans really like on this morning food tour. Learn—by tasting!—how Barcelona's traditional dishes came to be Try paella in one of the most iconic spots. learn to spot an authentic paella! Explore the bakeries, bodegas that are the heart of central Barcelona. Try locally baked sandwiches for breakfast at a neighborhood market bar, an authentic (not yellow!) seafood paella in a family-run tavern that’s been around since the 1950s.

Meet the characters that keep local traditions alive, and taste the flavors that give Barcelona its soul.

Take an insider tour of a market that's always packed with locals
Learn—by tasting!—how Barcelona's current traditional dishes came to be and see the local side of two essential Barcelona areas - 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.

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Wine tastings
  • Small group tour (maximum 9 guests)
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Avinguda de Francesc Cambó
08003 Barcelona, Spain

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End point

08003 Barcelona
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What To Expect

El Born

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.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mercado de Santa Caterina

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Xarcuteria Carlos

While in the market stop to sample a variety of local Spanish cheese.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Antonio Cruz Hernández

Then, of course, try some local cured meats—including jamón ibérico!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bar Joan

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Placeta d'En Marcús (Pass By)

Pass through one of the Born neighborhood's iconic historic squares.
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Pastisseria Hofmann

We'll visit one of Barcelona's most loved bakeries to try their surprising speciality -- a delicious filled croissant!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Torrons i dolços La Campana

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

As you are exploring the Born neighbourhood stop see this Catalan Gothic church.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Barceloneta

Explore Barcelona's famous fisherman's neighbourhood where your guide will highlight some of the neighborhood's most interesting corners.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Plaça del Poeta Boscà (Pass By)

Pass through one of Barceloneta's local squares.
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Bodega La Peninsular

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Can Ramonet

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!
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ultimate Barcelona Food Tour with visit to a Local Market?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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