Taste of Barcelona: Boqueria Market, Tapas & History Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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Want to unlock the secrets of Barcelona in a single, delicious swoop? Then get ready for the "Taste of Barcelona" experience – it's like a super-speedy, super-tasty time machine that zips you through 2,000 years of history and food! We'll spill all the juicy stories behind our dishes (and you get to eat them while you listen!). Ever wondered how tapas became a thing? Or why we eat dinner at what feels like midnight? We'll reveal all, while guiding you through the city's best taverns, bodegas, family-run restaurants, and wine bars – the kind of places locals adore. We're obsessed with giving you the ultimate Barcelona experience, so prepare to arrive as a visitor and leave feeling like you practically are a local!
P.S. Little explorers under 6 join the foodie fun for free! Woohoo!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Get ready for a flavor fiesta! This tour packs EIGHT delicious tastings: a dreamy pastry, regional ham & cheese that'll make you say "sí!", tapas so good it will make your tastebuds do a little dance!
Thirsty? We've got you covered! Enjoy THREE refreshing drinks: local red & white wines, plus bubbly Cava and the local fave, Clara beer. Cheers to that!
Professional Guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona
Meet your guide just outside the Hard Rock Cafe, across from Plaça de Catalunya
¡Hola time travelers! Buckle up, because we're about to blast back over 2,000 years to the very cradle of Barcelona – a Roman settlement called Barcino! Forget dusty history books, we're diving headfirst into the legends and lore surrounding this ancient city's birth. Imagine cobblestone streets (even older than the ones we'll be walking on!), bustling marketplaces, and the echoes of Roman citizens going about their daily lives. We'll uncover the secrets of Barcino's founding, exploring the strategic genius behind its location and how it grew from a small colony to the vibrant metropolis we know and love today. Think gladiators, emperors, and maybe even a chariot race or two (okay, maybe not the chariot races, but we can dream!). Your expert guide will be your personal time-travel companion, weaving fascinating historical tidbits into every step of our journey, bringing the past to life with captivating stories and maybe even a few surprising revelations. Ready to experience BCN.
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Taste of Barcelona: Boqueria Market, Tapas & History Tour
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect introduction to Barcelona
Laura S,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Adrian was our guide and he provided an excellent (as well as entertaining) overview of the history and food culture of Barcelona. I have recommended him to several fellow travelers. This tour is a perfect introduction to Barcelona for a first time visitor!
Fantastic Tour, Filled with History and Food
Mary R,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00As other reviewers have said, this is a wonderful introduction to both history and food in Barcelona. I would highly recommend this on your first day touring the city. Adrian did an amazing job of explaining both history and food, and we had plenty of tasty snacks and drinks along the way. As a solo traveler, this was a great tour and we went to places I would have never found on my own. I was especially impressed with his integrity. There was supposed to be a group joining our tour, but their plane was stuck in London. He went ahead and did the tour with just two of us, which made the experience even more impactful.
Adrian provided a brief...
Edith K,
Jul 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Adrian provided a brief tour of Mercat de Boqueria and the Gothic Quarter. The tapas tastings were good and provided some interesting stops I wouldn't have experienced on my own. He provided some anecdotal history of the food and a bit of city history.
Recommended the same evening!
manfredschreiber2016,
May 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting. The history of the Romans was recited. We also received great suggestions for further self-guided excursions. Danke an Adrian.
Great tour with food, history, culture
Marie H,
Nov 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! Our guide was knowledgeable and interesting, the food variety was good and tasted really good. It was just the right length and right mix of history, local culture, and good food.
Taste of Barcelona Food Tour
Gayle L,
Nov 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tastings of various tapas, sweets and drinks. Our guide, Adrian, was also very knowledgeable about the different sections of old town Barcelona. Part of our group was delayed and instead of cancelling us or making us switch to another time or date, Adrian gave my husband and I a private tour. He was worth his weight in gold! Highly recommend this tour!
Great way to experience Barcelona.
Mona C,
Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Great way to experience Barcelona. Food was great, nice way to try different tastes while walking through the different areas of the city.
Great itinerary hosting not so great
Leyton W,
Jul 31, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00The stop off locations are great but hosting was average. We began the tour being told the guide was going to cancel as others had dropped out and he didn't do tours for 2 people which didn't make me feel very welcome. Everything was at pace no options to pause to look at points of interest. Bearing in mind this is July and warm when we asked for another drink for which we would pay the fuss was unnecessary.
Definitely recommend
susan w,
Jul 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Adrien was very knowledgeable and entertaining throughout the whole tour. More tasting options than we expected, we were definitely full by the end of the tour. Not small portions. Whole family had a great experience
Delicious First Day in Barcelona
Amy P,
May 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our family of 4 (including 2 teenagers) took this tour our first day in Barcelona and it was a great introduction to the city and food we’d be enjoying the rest of our stay. Adrian was an entertaining and informative tour guide. Come with an empty stomach because you will be enjoying several stops with delicious food. Adrian also provided us with recommendations for activities and restaurants we enjoyed the rest of our time in Barcelona. Highly recommend!
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