About this experience
As featured in NatGeo Traveller 2025.
The best way to discover the secrets, the highlights of the city and its very origins, with 11 different tastings all throughout the walk!
Markets, local bars, and local recommendations.
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free options available.
Tastings suitable for kids and teenagers, they will have alcohol-free beverages instead of wine.
You will eat churros, jamón, tapas, sip seasonal wines, and more!
Get to know the history behind the corners of this incredible neighborhood while eating and drinking in the most famous markets and hidden gems!
More than 2000 years of history lay here, with great buildings, surprising streets, and a cultural melting pot. From the Romans to FC Barcelona, to the explanation of independence movements in Catalonia.
During the walk, you will visit and get the full story of La Rambla, La Boqueria Market, the entrance to Barcino and Roman Walls, The Cathedral of Barcelona, Santa Caterina Market, and much more!
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Seasonal wines. Legal drinking age 18
- A total of 11 different tastings including wines, sweets, savory. Tapas, Acorn fed Iberian ham, Churros. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available
- Local (Spanish) soft drinks for kids, teenagers, and anyone who prefers alcohol-free beverages.
Not included
- Private transportation
- Please bring a water bottle, preferably refillable
Itinerary and highlights
Full explanation of why this is most famous street in Barcelona, we will speak about the walls that used to fortify the Old Town, FC Barcelona, the names of the different Ramblas, and the origin of the word "Rambla".
The oldest Market in Barcelona, you will taste Acorn-fed Iberian Ham 100% and Paella
Quick explanation of one of the most culturally rich neighborhoods in the city, tips and recommendations
Get the full explanation of the Cathedral with its gothic, neogothic and romanic architecture. Stop for the explanation only outside of the Cathedral.
Explanation of the Roman times of Barcino, an introduction to the foundation of the city, and how it has changed over time.
Explanation of the foundation of Barcelona, this is a hidden temple which only the experienced know about, you will understand with it is inside a medieval building.
Tasting in hidden bars, traditional food in the Gothic quarter
The medieval Barcelona, today the upcoming neighborhood. More tastings in hidden bars and best reccomendations to navigate the city.
The more local Market, 2nd oldest in the city yet not as crowded as la Boquería. Get a glimpse of how the locals live, and a tasting of the local's favorites
Full history of the neighborhood, end of the tour with time to add questions, ask for more recommendations!
Meeting and pickup information
- We will meet in front of Café Zúrich (Plaça Catalunya 1), you will find your guide with the white uniform with the logo of PlayTour Barcelona
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- PlayTour Barcelona
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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