Barcelona Tapas, Taverns & History Tour

1334 reviews

3.5 hours

Max 10

Why take this tour?

Devour are the food specialists in our family, running all of our food tours. They're obsessed with finding the most authentic and tasty food and the biggest characters at the local market. We think that passion makes them the best at what they do.

Highlights

  • Enjoy 10+ food tastings and 5 drinks (enough food for a full lunch or dinner) at 3 family-run tapas bars in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter
  • Have a Catalan-style aperitif in a locale that’s been feeding hungry locals for 100+ years
  • Weave through the centuries-old streets of the Gothic Quarter and hear the stories of the area brought to life by your expert guide
  • Taste the only four dishes on the menu at a tapas bar that’s been going strong since 1945, and discover why the secret to excellent Spanish and Catalan food is simplicity
  • Sit down for a meal of shared family-style plates complete with local red wine
  • Sites Visited
  • Plaça del Rei
  • Plaça St. Felipe Neri
  • Plaça St. Jaume
  • Gothic Quarter
  • Traditional Tapas Bars
  • Traditional Bodega
  • Tour Includes
  • 3 tasting stops with 10+ tastes and 5 drinks
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour

Taste history while exploring the Gothic Quarter with a local foodie

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Verified Customer reviews

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Latest reviews
Excellent
Hector is an amazing guide! Hes knowledgeable and fun, and our little group had a great evening with him! I highly recommend this tour!
Tripadvisor customer · Sharon · Aug 16, 2025
Excellent
Alex was wonderful! Shes super knowledgeable about the history of Barcelona. Shes also friendly and very helpful about must-see places in the city.
Tripadvisor customer · Lauren · Aug 11, 2025
Excellent
Excellent combination of Barcelonas history, food, and drink! Alex is an amazing host and storyteller and kept the group engaged and interested. We really enjoyed her tour - its one of the best city food tours weve taken!
Tripadvisor customer · elisacM5075LU · Aug 10, 2025
Excellent
Alexandra is a fantastic guide. Knowledgeable and funny with a good connection to the group. So much fun and the food and wine was amazing.
Tripadvisor customer · Jason · Aug 09, 2025
Excellent
Guide Erik provided a perfect mix of history and culture during a fun walk through the Gothic quarter along with a sample of the classic tapas dishes.
Tripadvisor customer · Don · Aug 06, 2025

FAQs

Can my dietary needs be accommodated on this tour?
This tour is adaptable for: - Vegetarians - Pescatarians - Dairy free - Pregnant women We love providing delicious options for those with dietary needs. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking. This tour is not recommended for vegans and, due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not recommended for those with celiac disease. Due to the amount of wine stops on this tour, it is not recommended for children.
Will my tour run in the order that is described?
Please note that this description is an example and stops or tastes may vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size. Regardless of where your tour goes, you always have a delicious experience.

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