Walking Tour of Barcelona Markets: Las Ramblas, La Boquería & Beyond

About this experience

Walking Tour of Barcelona Markets: Las Ramblas, La Boquería & Beyond This guided walking tour of Barcelona takes you through the city's most celebrated markets, from the bustling La Boquería to the architectural marvel of Santa Caterina Market. Your guide leads you through Catalan food traditions, reveals the stories behind each market, and uncovers hidden corners of the Gothic Quarter and Born district, showing how these markets have shaped Barcelona's culinary identity over centuries. The tour begins at La Boquería Market on Las Ramblas, where your guide leads tastings of local olives and sweets whilst explaining the daily life of traders and shoppers. You then walk along the tree-lined Las Ramblas promenade, visiting the colourful Santa Caterina Market with its signature mosaic roof, before arriving at El Born market to explore its 17th and 18th century archaeological remains. In the Born neighbourhood, your guide leads a visit to a traditional caganer shop to explain this quirky Catalan Christmas tradition. For those wanting more, a premium upgrade is available: a private sommelier-led tasting session during which artisan cheeses, cured meats, fresh tomato bread and regional wines are served on site by the host. What is Included Professional local guide Tastings of local olives and sweets at La Boquería Market Visit to traditional caganer shop Access to Santa Caterina Market Entry to El Born archaeological site Premium upgrade available: private sommelier-led tasting session with artisan cheese, cured meats, tomato bread and regional wines served on site by the host Good to Know The tour meets at Rambla de Sant Josep at the entrance to La Boquería Market. Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will cover extensive ground through multiple markets and neighbourhoods. The main route is wheelchair and stroller accessible, though the premium tasting experience may not be. Children are welcome and are served soft drinks in place of wine during any tasting. Bring cash for any extra purchases at market stalls. Valid identification is required for the wine tasting during the premium upgrade. Pets are not permitted except guide dogs with appropriate documentation. If you are interested in exploring more of Barcelona's food scene, consider the Barcelona Tapas Walking Tour to discover the city's best tapas bars. For those wanting to explore beyond the markets, the Gothic Quarter Walking Tour reveals the medieval secrets of Barcelona's historic heart. Alcohol is not sold through this listing. Any tasting is served on site by the operator to guests of legal drinking age.

Highlights

• Visit Barcelona’s best-covered markets to learn their traditions and secrets on a 2-hour guided walking tour
• Experience the sights and smells of La Boquería, Barcelona's oldest market, and sample olives and uncover a former market in the Born neighborhood
• Learn about the caganer, an odd Catalonian tradition that’s famous worldwide
• Catch glimpses of the remains of a medieval convent under a thriving modern market
• Upgrade your ticket for a premium cheese, meat, and wine tasting
• Fun Fact: In 2017, La Boquería won CNN's title of "Best fresh market in the world," beating the Tsukiji Fish Market of Tokyo and the Union Square Farmer's Market of New York.

What is included

• Guided tour of Barcelona's markets Olives tasting at La Boquería Turrón tasting at La Boquería Food and a premium wine tasting experience on purchasing the upgrade.

Not included

• Gratuities Hotel transfers Audio guide

Before you go

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to the tour's length Bring cash for extra purchases at market stalls Soft drinks are served for participants under 18 when wine is offered Check upgrade access options if requiring wheelchair accessibility Carry valid ID for wine tastings and age verification

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.