Barcelona: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tapas and Wine

One of the best ways to experience Barcelona is through its food, and this award-winning tapas tour takes the guesswork out of where to go and what to try. With thousands of bars and restaurants dotting the city, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Skip the endless review scrolling and let us handle everything for you. Enjoy priority service with pre-arranged reservations at four of the city’s most beloved, locally-recommended tapas spots in the Gothic and El Born neighbourhoods. Savour the experience as you sample nine authentic tapas dishes like patatas bravas, croquettes, paella, and dessert paired with regional drinks like cava, vermouth, and wine, or go alcohol-free. As you stroll between each stop, see Roman ruins and sites like the iconic Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar while listening to your expert local guide share fascinating history and insight into the history and evolution of Catalan cuisine. Perfect for all foodies: couples, friends, family, and solo travellers!

1. 1

   Stop 1

   15 min

   Meet your guide at Pl. de Correus, 1, located near the main post office in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. Look for the yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign so we can spot each other easily. Please arrive 10 minutes early, as the tour will start on time and no refunds are provided for late arrivals.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   20 min

   At the heart of Catalan cuisine, the Gothic Quarter is an essential place for foodies to try Barcelona’s delicacies. Discover the oldest neighbourhood through its food. We’ll start our journey at a time-honoured tapas spot where you’ll try Spanish classics like croquettes, patatas bravas, and pimientos de Padrón, washing them down with a glass of perfectly paired wine.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   15 min

   Family-run since 1945, this classic Spanish bodega is a living slice of local history. With a micro menu of just four tapas, it embodies the beautiful simplicity of Spanish cuisine. Located just steps from the port, we’ll dine like sailors once did—sharing paper cones of fried white anchovies (boquerones), tasting traditional Catalan butifarra sausage, and sipping from a porrón, the region’s iconic communal wine jug, alongside a glass of Spanish vermouth. *Due to seasonal holidays, weekend availability, and weather conditions, we may not be able to go to this spot but we will compensate by ordering additional food at another stop or replacing this spot with another venue.*

4. 4

   Stop 4

   10 min

   We’ll explore the city’s oldest neighbourhood on foot and marvel at former Roman walls and towers on our way to the next food stop.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   10 min

   After leaving the Gothic Quarter we'll enter El Born, its bohemian neighbour, and window-shop as we wander down picturesque alleyways past artisanal shops and art galleries.

6. 6

   Carrer de Montcada

   15 min

   Discover the origins of tapas as you soak up the buzz of a traditional pintxos bar, straight out of the Basque Country. You’ll take part in the ritual yourself, browsing the bar and choosing your favorite pintxos as locals do.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   5 min

   As you digest, learn about one of the most stunning basilicas in the city.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   30 min

   We’ll head back to the Gothic Quarter for the grand finale: paella, a glass of sparkling cava, and a traditional Spanish dessert that’ll leave you falling in love with Barcelona.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Alcohol will be served only for guests more than 18 years old
• Gluten-free or vegan diets cannot be accommodated. However, vegetarian options are available. Please inform the activity provider about dietary restrictions in advance

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