Barcelona Trip Overview
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.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Barcelona, Spain
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
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.
Itinerary
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Stop At: El Born, La Ribera, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona Spain
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mercat Santa Caterina, Avinguda de Francesc Cambo 16, 08003 Barcelona Spain
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Xarcuteria Carlos, Mercat Galvany, S N, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
While in the market stop to sample a variety of local Spanish cheese.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Antonio Cruz Hernández, Av. de Francesc Cambó, 16, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Then, of course, try some local cured meats—including jamón ibérico!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Joan, Av. de Francesc Cambó, 16, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Placeta d’En Marcús, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Pass through one of the Born neighborhood’s iconic historic squares.
Stop At: Pastisseria Hofmann, Carrer dels Flassaders, 44, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
We’ll visit one of Barcelona’s most loved bakeries to try their surprising speciality — a delicious filled croissant!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Torrons i dolços La Campana, Carrer de la Princesa, 36, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, Placa Santa Maria 1, 08003 Barcelona Spain
As you are exploring the Born neighbourhood stop see this Catalan Gothic church.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: La Barceloneta, Barcelona Spain
Explore Barcelona’s famous fisherman’s neighbourhood where your guide will highlight some of the neighborhood’s most interesting corners.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Plaça del Poeta Boscà, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Pass through one of Barceloneta’s local squares.
Stop At: Bodega La Peninsular, Carrer del Mar, 29, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Can Ramonet, Carrer de la Maquinista, 17, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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!
Duration: 40 minutes
