Barcelona Side Streets Small-Group Food Tour with Wine & Cava
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This small-group 3.5-hour walking tour follows a route from the Gothic Quarter through El Born to the old fishermen’s quarter of Barceloneta. Your local guide leads you to five handpicked stops for six tastings and three drinks, which adds up to a full lunch or dinner. Expect a few firsts: wine drinking from a long-spouted glass jug, a Basque counter where you choose your own bite, and a seafood feast in Barceloneta’s oldest house. Between stops, you’ll walk the medieval street of the dyers and tanners and hear why a Gothic church keeps a shrine to FC Barcelona. With 12 guests at most, there’s room for questions and plenty of tips on where to eat for the rest of your trip. Vegetarian and gluten-free guests are well looked after; just share your needs when you book.
Your experience
Stop 1
This is Barcelona's second Basilica, dedicated to the city's patron saint that, showcases two distinct construction eras and features a medieval Madonna. This historic site offers a glimpse into the city's rich religious and architectural heritage.
Stop 2
This lively semi-outdoor portside bar is decorated with jamón legs hanging from the ceiling. Try their crispy fried Aubergine in balsamic honey, Jamon Iberico filled mushrooms, all with white wine in Porron.
Stop 3
A medieval Gothic church built over 60 years by the locals of El Born, with bricks carried by hand from Montjuïc mountain.
Stop 4
Step into a lively Basque-style bar where a colorful display of pintxos lines the counter, framed by rustic décor and warm, welcoming service. Enjoy a tasting of your chosen pintxo, perfectly paired with a traditional Basque-style vermut cocktail.
Stop 5
Stroll along this historic promenade in El Born, the namesake of the neighborhood. Once the site of medieval jousting matches, it’s now a lively hotspot for bar hopping and soaking up local vibes.
Stop 6
A modern-rustic tapas spot in Barceloneta, celebrating the neighborhood’s fishing heritage and run by 3rd-generation restaurateurs. Try a Bomba de Barceloneta, a crispy potato ball with minced pork, alioli, and bravas sauce.
Stop 7
The main marina of Barceloneta, home to luxury yachts and small local cruiseliners, features a scenic seaside walkway, offering stunning views and a lively atmosphere.
Stop 8
The original location of the Barceloneta market, still serving local restaurants today, continues to be a hub for fresh, local ingredients and a key part of the neighborhood's culinary scene.
Stop 9
Located in the oldest house in Barceloneta, dating back to the 1700s, this third-generation restaurant sources fresh ingredients directly from the Barceloneta Market. Enjoy Fideuà (a Catalan noodle-paella) with alioli, paired with a glass of Cava.
Stop 10
Discover an iconic bakery in El Born, famous for supplying Catalan pastries across the city. Enjoy a tasting of a classic regional pastry, crafted with traditional flavors and care.
What’s included
- Local English-speaking guide (Spanish available for private tours, depending on departure time)
- Taste 6 classic tapas, the legendary Bomba de Barceloneta, and Fideuà, Catalonia’s take on paella
- Sip 3 drinks like a local: pour wine from a porrón, enjoy a vermut cocktail, and toast with cava
- Enjoy a seafood classic in Barceloneta’s oldest house and a sweet pastry from a local bakery
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Walk through the most iconic neighborhoods, from the alleys of El Born to the charm of Barceloneta
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the church, next to the fountain, and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- 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!
- 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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