Barcelona Old City Hidden Gems with Tapas and Drinks Small Group Guided Tour

Taste, sip, and stroll through the old heart of Barcelona on a small-group tapas tour. With a friendly guide leading the way, you'll stop at four local bars to enjoy a full dinner of traditional bites and drinks, while hearing the stories behind what’s on your plate.

Duration: 2.5 hours

Your evening begins at 6:00 PM in front of the Barcelona Cathedral. From there, your guide will lead you through the winding streets of the Gothic Quarter and El Born. This is not a fast-paced sightseeing tour, but a relaxed walk focused on food, stories, and connection. The first stop welcomes you with a colorful display of pintxos. These small bites are served on bread and topped with a variety of ingredients. You’ll pick your favorites and keep the toothpicks, which act as your tally. Then it's off to a cozy tavern that's been open for more than a century, where you’ll sit down to shared plates of croquetas, pan con tomate, patatas bravas, and sangria.

At the third stop, things get a little playful. You'll taste freshly fried fish and be shown how to drink from a porron, the traditional Catalan wine pitcher held above your head. Finally, you’ll wrap up in a quiet spot with classic dishes like tortilla and bacalao, paired with a glass of red wine.

You’ll walk away with a full stomach, new friends, and plenty of local tips for where to eat next.

Stories You'll Hear

The toothpick trick locals use to stretch their pintxo count

How a family-run bar stayed open through a century of change

What it means to pour wine with style and why no lips are allowed