Barcelona Gothic Quarter Tapas & Taverns Food & Wine Tour
A Gothic-quarter tapas and taverns tour, three and a half hours, with the highest price of the food walks and a matching rating. More taverns, more wine, fewer people.
Over 100,000 curious travelers have joined us to taste Barcelona’s tapas culture. Wind through the Gothic Quarter’s tangled alleyways, stepping into century-old taverns to taste 10+ iconic tapas. Sip vermouth, cava, and regional wines. On this fun-filled evening, take a light-hearted crash course in Catalan culture and history. Uncover the bars beloved by locals in tucked-away plazas and try some of the best food and wine in town.
- Duration
- 3 h 30
- Group
- Up to 12
- Guide
- EN
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Driving time
- 3 min from Plaça de Catalunya
- Time on site
- 3 h 30
What is included
- This tour offers a Private option, take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests
- Local English-speaking guide
- PM tour - 3 tasting stops with 10+ tastes and 5 drinks. Enough food for a full dinner.
- Plaça del Rei
- Gothic Quarter
- AM tour - 3 tasting stops with 9+ tastes and 4 drinks. Enough food for a full lunch.
- Plaça St. Felipe Neri
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Itinerary
- You’ll begin your tour at one of the most iconic tapas bars in the city. Serving locals with delicious fare for decades, this spot is a must for any food lover. You’ll sample a perfectly paired aperitif along with a hand25 min · admission included
- Before or after your introduction to one of Barcelona’s most historic spots (depending on if your tour takes place in the morning or the afternoon), it’s only fitting to take a stroll through the Gothic Quarter. As you w50 min · admission included
- The second tapas bar on our tour opened in 1945 with a menu consisting of four tapas dishes. Naturally, these have been perfected through the years and carefully chosen to exemplify what makes Spanish food unique: simple20 min · admission included
- At your last stop, you’ll be treated to a sit-down meal at a local spot dating back to the early 20th century. Indulge in a classic selection of Catalan dishes such as croquettes and cannelloni paired with local wine, an1 h · admission included
Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Carrer de Duran i Bas, 11, in front of Palau de la Balmesiana. Palau de la Balmesiana ia a light brown, stone building with an arched door.
What travellers say
★★★★★ Tapas tour was fantastic... Tapas tour was fantastic as was our guide Eric. Great tour with a lot of historical information and wonderful food and drinks.Richard L · 2026-09-23 · via Viator
★★★★★ Great Tour! Erik was the best! This was one of the best food tours! So much food, wine and history! We were not disappointed! I can't say enough, it was awesome!Nicole M · 2026-09-23 · via Viator
★★★★★ Emma to Emma was fabulous. She was full of knowledge. Highly recommend.783robinz · 2026-09-22 · via Viator
★★★★★ Unmissable Food & History Tour with Kat! If you are visiting Barcelona, this tour is an absolute must-do! Kat was a phenomenal guide—she seamlessly blended fascinating history with incredible culinary culture, making the entire experience engaging, insightful, and so much fun. The food and wine pairings blew us completely out of the water and exceeded all our expectations. Every single stop was well-curated and offered authentic, delicious flavors. Thank yoalessiamZ1694PE · 2026-09-21 · via Viator
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