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Barcelona Tapas Tour: Taste History
4.9
1,253 Ratings
Barcelona
Immerse yourself in Barcelona’s rich history on a tour that combines tapas, taverns, and the Gothic Quarter. Explore iconic spots, centuries-old tapas bars, and historic streets.
Immerse yourself in Barcelona’s rich history on a tour that combines tapas, taverns, and the Gothic Quarter. Explore iconic spots, centuries-old tapas bars, and historic streets.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Plaza del Pi - Start your tour at one of the city’s most iconic tapas bars. This beloved spot has been serving locals delicious food for decades and is a must-visit for any food enthusiast. Enjoy a perfectly paired aperitif with a curated selection of cured meats and cheeses, along with a classic Spanish potato dish—a perfect introduction to the…
- Plaza del Pi - Start your tour at one of the city’s most iconic tapas bars. This beloved spot has been serving locals delicious food for decades and is a must-visit for any food enthusiast. Enjoy a perfectly paired aperitif with a curated selection of cured meats and cheeses, along with a classic Spanish potato dish—a perfect introduction to the city’s culinary delights.
- Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) - Depending on whether your tour is in the morning or afternoon, take a stroll through the Gothic Quarter either before or after your visit to one of Barcelona’s most historic areas. As you navigate its narrow streets and pass by Ancient Roman ruins, you’ll journey through a thousand years of history. Your guide will provide the fascinating details that bring these streets to life.
- Bar La Plata - The second tapas bar on our tour, established in 1945, offers a menu of four tapas dishes. These dishes have been perfected over the years to highlight what makes Spanish cuisine unique: simple recipes made with the finest ingredients.
- Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) - At your final stop, enjoy a sit-down meal at a local establishment dating back to the early 20th century. Savor a classic selection of Catalan dishes like croquettes and cannelloni paired with local wine, and finish with a delicious traditional dessert.
What's Included
- Local English-speaking guide
- PM tour - 3 tasting stops with 10+ tastes and 5 drinks. Enough food for a full dinner.
- AM tour - 3 tasting stops with 9+ tastes and 4 drinks. Enough food for a full lunch.
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Local English-speaking guide
- PM tour - 3 tasting stops with 10+ tastes and 5 drinks. Enough food for a full dinner.
- AM tour - 3 tasting stops with 9+ tastes and 4 drinks. Enough food for a full lunch.
- Expertly guided walking tour
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Additional Information
More than 100,000 inquisitive travelers have embarked on a journey with us to explore the tapas culture of Barcelona. Meander through the intricate alleyways of the Gothic Quarter, visiting historic taverns to savor over 10 iconic tapas. Enjoy sipping on vermouth, cava, and local wines. This entertaining evening offers a delightful introduction to…
More than 100,000 inquisitive travelers have embarked on a journey with us to explore the tapas culture of Barcelona. Meander through the intricate alleyways of the Gothic Quarter, visiting historic taverns to savor over 10 iconic tapas. Enjoy sipping on vermouth, cava, and local wines. This entertaining evening offers a delightful introduction to Catalan culture and history. Discover the bars cherished by locals in hidden plazas and indulge in some of the finest food and wine the city has to offer.
- The tour is in English.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This tour focuses on alcoholic drinks and is not recommended for those who do not drink alcohol. or under 18.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, gluten free (not celiac), dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, but please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop. Not recommended for Vegans.
- Tour covers dinner.
- Tour not suitable for children
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Location
Palau de la Balmesiana
Carrer de Duran i Bas
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(1253 Ratings)
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Meg_m
Jul 16, 2025
A great tapas, wine and history tour through Gotic area of Barcelona - Great opportunity to discover some great tapas bars, learn about the food and wine culture, with a decent history lesson at every stop. We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Erik was an amazing host and guide. 10/10
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Jhollins10
Jul 14, 2025
Barcelona tapas tour - Alexandra was the absolute best tour guide I’ve ever had! Had the best tapas, history, and time with her. Recommend her to anyone who sets foot in Barcelona!
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Rayga360mp
Jul 14, 2025
Great experience!! Great food!! Beautiful city!! - Feliciano was a great tour guide. History was very interesting, food was delicious, and walked almost 5 miles! We highly recommend this tour.
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Cruiser23566354764
Jul 13, 2025
Excellent food and culture tour!! - Amazing your. Bene was an excellent guide who seamlessly blended history, cuisine, and culture. I’d highly recommend!!
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Maureen_n
Jul 12, 2025
We were surprised and... - We were surprised and pleased by the amount of history included in the Gothic Tapas and Wine tour (maybe we didn’t read the overview completely). Erik was very knowledgeable and able to field any question.
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Virginiasu9055yf
Jul 10, 2025
Amazing! - Amazing tour guide Bene!! Delicious tapas and drinks, lots of history! We appreciated the knowledge of our tour guide and she was very friendly. We also loved the traditional Spanish tapas and drinks including cava and vermuth!
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Romanetha_l
Jul 10, 2025
Hector and wines bring joy - Our guide was passionate and spoke knowledgeably about the history and wines of Barcelona. Hector made this tour so enjoyable I wanted to immediately repeat it.
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Brandon
Jul 10, 2025
Great Tour and Guide (Jordi) - Jordi was a great guide for the trip. We were able to try a wide variety of local food and drink, while also getting a historical tour of the area. Would recommend
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Rs112233
Jul 9, 2025
Barcelona Gothic Quarter food tour - We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Dom. He made learning about the history so much fun and accessible, and the food we tasted was wonderful. Overall, a memorable and highly recommended experience!
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Jacki8783
Jul 7, 2025
Delicious and delightful way to explore Barcelona - We had an amazing first night (and subsequent 4 days) in Barcelona thanks to our tour guide Erik, who not only gave us interesting history in a digestible (no pun intended) format, but also provided us with valuable suggestions on where to spend the remainder of our trip. The tour stops were perfectly timed. The food was delicious, plentiful, and perfectly paired to the beverages. We were impressed at the level of care given to dietary restrictions and Erik’s the engagement of our whole tour group. We even made new friends! This tour was an incredible introduction to the city and its cuisine for us and our 16 year old daughter.
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