Discover the most flavourful side of Barcelona on a tour that combines history, local gastronomy, and tradition. This experience will take you to some of the most authentic restaurants in the historic city centre while you sample vermouth, local wines, and tapas made with locally sourced ingredients. A perfect way to get to know the city through its food.
Read moreThe tour begins at Plaça de Catalunya, where your local guide will welcome you.
From here, you will walk down Portal de l’Àngel, learning about the first stories of the old town before reaching the first stop: Els 4 Gats, one of the most iconic restaurants of the Modernist era. You will enjoy a traditional vermouth accompanied by classic tapas.
You will then continue toward the Cathedral area, walking to La Pineda, a historic deli where you will taste freshly sliced cured ham, “pan con tomate”, and a glass of wine.
The walk continues along Carrer del Pi and Avinyó, with explanations about the evolution of the neighborhood until you reach the legendary Bar La Plata, one of the oldest bars in the Gothic Quarter. Here you will experience drinking wine from a “porrón”, paired with fried fish, their signature dish for decades.
The gastronomic experience ends at Café de l’Acadèmia, where you will enjoy a full selection of traditional Catalan dishes paired with wine and cava.
The tour finishes in the Gothic Quarter after nearly three hours of blending gastronomy and history.
Details
- 4 gastronomic stops
- Vermouth, wine & cava tastings
- Tasting of tapas and local products
- Expert guide
- Small group experience (maximum 12 guests)
- Tips
- Extra food or drinks
- Hotel pickup or drop-off
Meeting point
Plaza Catalunya and Portal de l’Àngel (in front of the Bank of Spain)
