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Barcelona Food Tour: Market & Gothic Quarter with Expert Guide

About this experience

Stroll around the historical streets of Barcelona and taste your way through the best Street Food scene with this 2.5-hours experience. Your journey will start from the vibrant local market La Boqueria, where you will be able to try delicious local specialties! Our expert guide will take you to the best foodie spots to indulge delicious Spanish food like a local! Sample a variety of street foods in traditional family-run business, such as jàmon, cheese, fried fish, patatas bravas, pichos and pastries, while taking in the impressive scenery of historic Barcelona all around you.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr 30 min

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Small Group Street Food Tour

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr 30 min
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Professional and expert guide
  • Several Food Tastings
  • Small Group Tour

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Drinks

Itinerary and highlights

Your tour will start from here where you will get an introduction of the city, its culture and culinary heritage.

Your food tour experience will start from La Boqueria Market, after meeting your food-expert guide, meet some of the food vendors at their market stalls at this vibrant historical place. Sample local specialties and feel the amazing atmosphere where locals go for their groceries. The local market offers a sensorial experience, and will introduce you to the local culinary scene of Catalan gastronomy. Here you will have the chance to try fried fish and the finest slices of cured meat and cheese.

Next, head for the Gothic Quarter, learn all about and explore this amazing neighborhood and its architecture that give this picturesque quarter an unique charm. Learn about traditional dishes and specialties from your knowledgeable local guide and try local specialties such as Pinchos (small tapas) and patatas bravas!

Your guide will narrate the journey as you encounter various historic sites such as the medieval Placa del Rei (Royal Palace), the Temple d'August and the city's Roman remnants and the Palatine chapel of Santa Agata. Visit a nearby family-run deli shop to eat some of the best Catalan’s dessert. Hear how this famous sweet is made and why it’s so traditional. Choose to take this tour either at lunch or dinner time, as it is an ideal way to do some sightseeing while having a light meal as you make your way through the city. This is a small group tour for a max. of 14 people.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please meet your guide by "Mosaico di Miró" (Joan Miro's mosaic) just outside the "Liceu" metro station.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Raphael Tours & Events

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr 30 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 5–10; Adult tickets: age 11+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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