Barcelona Tapas, Taverns & History Tour
3.5 hours
Max 12
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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4.8 /5
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Excellent
Did the "Tapas, tavers and history tour" in Barcelona with Adriana. It was a great way to spend an evening and get to know more about the history and culture. And great guide! We really enjoyed it and would do it again.
Verified · Malene · Denmark · Female · May 18, 2026 Excellent
Great tour!
Verified · Julia · USA · Female · May 16, 2026 Excellent
This was a truly incredible tour and Feliciano is one of the best tour guides I've ever had. He is so funny and knowledgeable. The time flies by too fast. The true surprise of this tour is that when we typically go on "food" tours, history becomes just the thing to fill the time between restaurants, but Feliciano made the history part so fascinating and so much a part of the tour. As far as the food, I think it was really good and loved the choice of restaurants. That said, one of the restaurants was a Bourdain visit, and I actually think that was not the best of the group. That has happened a few times and I am now somewhat convinced that Anthony Bourdain recommendations don't match my own. But back to the review -- Again I absolutely recommend Feliciano and this tour. Thank you so much for a great experience.
Verified · Scott · USA · Male · May 16, 2026 Excellent
Dom was a great tour guide & host at our stops! We loved the tour thru the historic quarter. The restaurants were fantastic - the secret stops we would never find ourselves. We would recommend this tour to all foodies who want to experience the classic tapas and atmosphere of Barcelona. So much fun drinking from the porron and watching the skills of our tour friends!
Tripadvisor customer · Bob · May 16, 2026 Excellent
This is a great adventure! Our guide was a pleasure and so much fun. I highly recommend this one for a wonderful time.
Viator customer · John · May 16, 2026
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Did the "Tapas, tavers and history tour" in Barcelona with Adriana. It was a great way to spend an evening and get to know more about the history and culture. And great guide! We really enjoyed it and would do it again.
Verified · Malene · Denmark · Female · 45 - 54 years · May 18, 2026 Excellent
Great tour!
Verified · Julia · USA · Female · 35 - 44 years · May 16, 2026 Excellent
This was a truly incredible tour and Feliciano is one of the best tour guides I've ever had. He is so funny and knowledgeable. The time flies by too fast. The true surprise of this tour is that when we typically go on "food" tours, history becomes just the thing to fill the time between restaurants, but Feliciano made the history part so fascinating and so much a part of the tour. As far as the food, I think it was really good and loved the choice of restaurants. That said, one of the restaurants was a Bourdain visit, and I actually think that was not the best of the group. That has happened a few times and I am now somewhat convinced that Anthony Bourdain recommendations don't match my own. But back to the review -- Again I absolutely recommend Feliciano and this tour. Thank you so much for a great experience.
Verified · Scott · USA · Male · 55 - 64 years · May 16, 2026 Excellent
This is a great adventure! Our guide was a pleasure and so much fun. I highly recommend this one for a wonderful time.
Viator customer · John · May 16, 2026 Excellent
Dom was a great tour guide & host at our stops! We loved the tour thru the historic quarter. The restaurants were fantastic - the secret stops we would never find ourselves. We would recommend this tour to all foodies who want to experience the classic tapas and atmosphere of Barcelona. So much fun drinking from the porron and watching the skills of our tour friends!
Tripadvisor customer · Bob · May 16, 2026 Excellent
Dom was great! We loved the tour through the gothic town . His knowledge of the historic area kept our interest and made Barcelona come alive. The choice of the 3 stops were perfect giving us a variety of the foods and places the locals go. Dom kept the wine flowing and we enjoyed drinking from a porrón and laughing at our fellow travelers attempts, Everyone laughing and enjoying the experience. We felt like locals after this tour! Perfect small group of 8.<br />We appreciate the followup from Dom recommending additional places to eat and other memorable events to try .
Tripadvisor customer · Betty · May 16, 2026 Excellent
Alex was the best. He knows his history and he knows his food. Very personable and a lot of fun. Would highly recommend Devour Tours!
Verified · Melinda · USA · Female · 55 - 64 years · May 15, 2026 Excellent
This is a nice way to experience a lot of history in the gothic quarter and get some very tasty food and drink. Out guide lived in the area and had lots of stories of present and past. And while the places visited might be differently, the food and beverage will be just as good. If you’re looking for this type of entertainment, I would highly recommend it
Viator customer · Randy · May 15, 2026 Excellent
James was awesome knowledgeable and a great conversationalist. Highly recommend.
Verified · Lolita · Australia · Male · 35 - 44 years · May 14, 2026 Excellent
Valentina was great as a guide! We were a group of 8, and she managed us flawlessly. We had a hail storm in the middle of it and didn’t detract at all from how great the tour was. The places we went to were excellent and we got insight into the city and culture. Highly recommend for people of all ages - 18 +
Verified · Jennifer · USA · Female · 45 - 54 years · May 14, 2026FAQs
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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