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Tapas in La Boquería & Santa Caterina Markets

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Barcelona

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Tapas in La Boquería & Santa Caterina Markets

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Experience the essence of Catalan gastronomy with this tapas tour through La Boquería and Santa Caterina markets, two of Barcelona's most iconic culinary hotspots. Each tapa is accompanied by a refreshing drink, enhancing your tasting adventure.

Tapas Experience at La Boquería & Santa Caterina Markets

This Barcelona tapas tour kicks off at a specified time in Plaza Real. From this central square in the heart of Catalonia, we will stroll down Las Ramblas towards the bustling Mercado de La Boquería, renowned as one of the city’s premier markets.

At La Boquería, you will encounter its diverse array of stalls featuring an abundance of gastronomic offerings, including fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, gourmet oils, and various sausages. Additionally, we will explore traditional dishes that are typically prepared using these exquisite ingredients.

Post our exploration of La Boquería, a short walk will lead us to a nearby bar where you can indulge in three classic tapas. The exact location of this tasting, along with the selected pintxos, will be adjusted based on seasonal ingredients and availability.

After enjoying these delicious tapas, we will proceed to the Mercado de Santa Caterina. In a year where Barcelona shines as the 2026 World Capital of Architecture, visiting this vibrant food market becomes even more intriguing. Here, we will appreciate its iconic wavy roof adorned with colorful tiles and delve into its rich history, built atop the remains of an ancient convent. Naturally, we will stop by various stalls to explore the market's most celebrated products.

Concluding our tour, we will visit a nearby restaurant to savor an array of traditional dishes, which may include fried calamari, patatas bravas (spicy fried potatoes), and Iberian ham.

This gastronomic journey will wrap up four hours later at the restaurant close to Santa Caterina, offering a memorable culinary experience.

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3 tapas of your choice with a drink

Traditional dishes: fried fish, calamari, patatas bravas, Padrón peppers, Iberian ham, traditional Spanish dish (surprise on the day of the tour) and a typical dessert

This experience takes place in Barcelona.

Plan about 4h for this activity.

A good fit for travellers visiting Barcelona — solo, as a couple or with family.

Free cancellation is available on many dates (see the conditions below).

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Frequently asked questions

The activity lasts 4h.

Free cancellation is often available up to a few hours before the start. See the policy below.

No. A mobile ticket is accepted — show it on your phone on the day.