About this experience
Gràcia is one of Barcelona’s strongest expressions of Catalan identity, and nowhere is that more evident than in its markets, bakeries, bodegas and neighborhood restaurants.
On this tour, we’ll explore the district through some of its most beloved institutions, beginning with coffee and traditional cakes at a century-old sweets shop. We’ll visit two celebrated markets, taste local cheeses and fine Iberian ham, and stop at a classic neighborhood bar for a glass of artisanal vermouth before lunch.
Along the way, we’ll also discover the newer side of Gràcia, where creative chefs are reinterpreting traditional Catalan dishes and independent shops are bringing fresh energy to the neighborhood. Across a dozen stops, from rustic institutions to more contemporary spots, we’ll get a deeper understanding of Catalan cooking, culture and everyday life in one of Barcelona’s most distinctive districts.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr 30 min 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
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Breakfast
- Coffee and/or Tea
Itinerary and highlights
Our day will consist of a series of delicious bites and intriguing sites. We will start our food tour in Barcelona with coffee and traditional pastries in a century-old sweets shop and then eat our way through two of Barcelona’s most celebrated markets.
As we walk through one of Barcelona's lesser-known public markets, we'll stop to get to know some of its vendors and taste their delicious offerings.
In each of the dozen places we visit on this tour, from the rustic to the refined, we’ll learn more about the Catalan kitchen and day-to-day Catalan life in its stronghold, the Gràcia neighborhood.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our meeting point is Plaça de Gal·la Placídia 10, at the star benches area.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Culinary Backstreets Walks
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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