Gothic Quarter Tapas Walk, Barcelona

Name: Gothic Quarter Tapas Walk, Barcelona
Rating: 4.7 (9 reviews)

4.7 (9 reviews)

Enjoy a walk in Barcelona, tasting delicious local tapas in the process.

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Steven F.

Oct 07, 2024
Jordi was an amazing and knowledgeable guide. The tapas restaurant was very good.

Yenyi F.

May 29, 2024
My guide was amazing! She knew the owners, and the food and was so engaging to talk with. Highly recommend it. We went to 3 taps... Read more

Kelli F.

Dec 02, 2023
Our guide and the food was amazing! Highly recommend.

Julie B.

Jun 02, 2023
Aida was our guide and she was knowledgeable and friendly. Answered all of our questions and more.

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Overview

Enjoy a walk in Barcelona, tasting delicious local tapas in the process. This excursion takes you through the city's historic Gothic Quarter, with its ancient Roman walls, medieval cathedrals, and charming plazas. With the help of a local guide, you'll avoid the crowds and discover three high-quality restaurants hidden in this district's historic streets. Enjoy traditional dishes and sip regional libations as you learn about the city's unique culture, history, and daily life.

Highlights

Walk through the streets of the Gothic Quarter with a passionate local
Visit three restaurants hidden from the crowds
Taste high-quality tapas paired with regional wine and beer
Chat with your host and learn about daily life in Barcelona

Know before you go

Duration
3 hours

Recommended for
All ages

Group
Small group, 6 people or less

Food & Drink
light dinner is included

What you'll do

Barcelona's Gothic Quarter is the perfect district for a tapeo (tapas walk), and this activity enhances your experience by letting a local show you where to go and how to avoid crowds. You'll meet your guide in the center of this historic district, near the Roman wall. After getting acquainted, you'll start your stroll through the Gothic Quarter, passing some of its most important sites. Besides the Muralla Romana, enjoy walking by the 13th-century Cathedral of Barcelona, the central Plaça de Sant Jaume, and more.

As you walk, your guide will reveal the history and cultural significance of these sites. But the main goal is to enjoy the city's gastronomy, so you'll stop at three local restaurants hidden in the streets of the Gothic Quarter. All the eateries are small, locally owned establishments serving high-quality fare. Sit down with your guide and enjoy traditional plates served alongside regional wine and beer.

Throughout the evening, you'll share a personal and relaxed experience with your guide as you explore the Ciutat Vella (Old City), learn about daily life in Barcelona, and hear stories of the city's unique culture and history. At the end of the evening, it's hard not to feel like you just shared a meal with a friend!

Start times

Daily

7:00 pm
Sunday

Not available

What's included

Drinks and food in three tapas bars (either as lunch or dinner depending on start time)
Knowledgeable local guide

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Traveler reviews

9 total ratings, 7 with reviews

4.7

Feature ratings

Quality of Experience
4.7

Food
4.5

Guides, Drivers and Staff
4.8

Transport
4.5

destiney y.

San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Nov 08, 2024

We happen to be in a small group so we were able to get to know the other guests more. We walked to multiple restaurants and tried a variety of dishes - think of it like bar hopping if you will. As we walked to each place, we gain insight of the city and the origin of each tapas dish. Read more

Steven F.

Australia | Reviewed on Oct 07, 2024

Jordi was an amazing and knowledgeable guide. The tapas restaurant was very good. Read more

Yenyi F.

Mexico | Reviewed on May 29, 2024

My guide was amazing! She knew the owners, and the food and was so engaging to talk with. Highly recommend it. We went to 3 taps restaurants, and at each location she ordered 4 - 6 different types of food and 1 type of drink. We tried Vermouth, a local red wine and cava, and so many different foods. I really appreciated that she was so knowledgable about the different foods, their history, and the different wine regions. Definitely what I was looking for in a tapas tour! Read more

Kelli F.

Houston, TX | Reviewed on Dec 02, 2023

Our guide and the food was amazing! Highly recommend. Read more

Julie B.

Oakland, CA | Reviewed on Jun 02, 2023

Aida was our guide and she was knowledgeable and friendly. Answered all of our questions and more. Read more

Michelle C.

Australia | Reviewed on Oct 20, 2022

This was a great tour and our guide Olga was very informative.
We learnt about the history and culture and enjoyed the walk around the city and enjoyed some tapas.
Would definitely recommend this tour! Read more

Randi B.

Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Aug 02, 2022

If you love history, this is the walk for you! Very informative tour guide! Tapas dinner was fun… we went to 2 places to experience some variety. Read more

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Gothic Quarter Tapas Walk, Barcelona

Enjoy a walk in Barcelona, tasting delicious local tapas in the process.

Overview

Highlights

Know before you go

What you'll do

Start times

What's included

Like what you see?

See alternatives

Evening Tapas Walk in Barcelona

Lunch with a Local in Eixample

Self-Guided Horta-Guinardó District Walk

Vineyards, Wines & Tapas in Penedès

Private Vermouth Experience

Sunset Sailing & Spanish Guitar in Barcelona

Private Walk in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter

Private Kid-Friendly Gothic Quarter Walk

Multi-Course Cooking Class with Wine Pairing

Sunset Sailing in Barcelona

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