Barcelona Tapas Food Tour in El Born

5.0(414)2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Carpe Diem Tours

About this activity

Taste your way through the Catalan capital on our award-winning Barcelona Tapas Tour. We handle the details so you can skip the crowds and enjoy authentic Spanish cuisine made by locals. Food is central to Catalan culture, and there’s no better way to experience it than by sharing tapas with fellow foodies.

Over two and a half hours, you’ll visit four top tapa spots across the Gothic Quarter and El Born, sampling classic small plates and local drinks while uncovering hidden cultural gems. Along the way, see Roman ruins, charming squares, and landmarks like the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar.

From patatas bravas and pimientos de Padrón to crispy fried fish, croquettes, paella, and a traditional Catalan dessert, you’ll taste the best of Spanish and Catalan gastronomy, paired with wine, vermouth, and cava.

Perfect for friends, families, and solo travellers, this social experience is the ideal way to meet fellow food lovers and discover Barcelona like a local, with a local guide.

What's included

✓Veggie and alcohol-free options
✓Guided walking tour through El Born and the Gothic Quarter
✓Wine, Cava, Vermouth for travellers 18+
✓Tapas tastings (Croquettas, Pintxos, Patatas Bravas, Boquerones, Paella, and Dessert)
✓Personalised recommendations from a local, foodie guide
✓An award-winning experience with pre-booked tables and priority service

Not included

✕Additional drinks
✕While we have vegetarian options we cannot accommodate a vegan or gluten-free diet

Meeting and pickup

Meet your guide in front of the pillars and stairs of the "Correos y Telégrafos" building at Pl. d'Antonio López, 1, 08002. Use Google Maps to find the meeting point. Look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Arrive 10 minutes early. Late arrivals cannot be refunded.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Alcoholic beverage will only be offered to travellers who are 18 or older
Gluten-free or vegan diets cannot be accommodated. However, vegetarian options are available. Please inform the activity provider about dietary restrictions in advance

Cancellation policy

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

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