Barcelona is a dream for foodies, there is no doubt about that, and there is some incredible food in Barcelona to enjoy – especially if you join one of these wonderful Barcelona food tours. Exploring alone, you might find some great places to eat, but there is also a good chance of choosing somewhere that isn’t that good. In the busy streets, it can be hard to pick out the gems among the frozen paella and chewy calamari served up in the tourist restaurants of Barcelona.
Taking a food tour in Barcelona is a wonderful way to find the best food in the city. You will be taken around different areas of the city with a local expert who picks out the best dishes in some of the best restaurants in Barcelona, and will introduce you to Catalan food and culture.
I’d recommend joining a food tour as close to the start of your trip as possible – on the first or second day if you can, so you can get recommendations from the guide for the rest of the trip and navigate restaurant menus with ease after learning all about Catalan food.
From tasty tapas to market tours, you are certain to discover the best food Barcelona has to offer on a food tour like these:
My Favourite Food Tours in Barcelona
At a glance, these are my top 3 favourite Barcelona food tours:
- Ultimate Barcelona Food Tour: Taste Barcelona’s Most Iconic Bites – my number 1 recommendation, this tour hits all the highlights, including tapas tastings, a market visit, and paella in Barceloneta!
- Gracia Neighbourhood Food Tour – discover a less-touristy neighbourhood of Barcelona with these local spots in Gracia.
- El Born/Gothic Quarter Wine and Tapas Bar Tour – choose between lunch and dinner time tours on this classic old town food tour in Barcelona
Devour Food Tours in Barcelona
I love Devour Tours! From their beginnings as a women-owned business in Madrid to offering food tours and experiences in nine countries around the world, Devour have always supported small, locally owned and family-run restaurants, shops and market stalls.
Devour have some fantastic food tours to choose from, each one focusing on a different style of food and drink in Barcelona, and with different neighbourhoods to explore.
The first two are my personal favourites as they have a wider variety of food options to try, but you can browse all of their food tours here. I’d also highly recommend the Montserrat tour as it includes a fantastic lunch and tour of a cava winery after visiting Montserrat!
Ultimate Barcelona Food Tour: Taste Barcelona’s Most Iconic Bites
This varied Barcelona food tour combines a market visit with tapas tastings in El Born neighbourhood and ends with a traditional paella in Barceloneta, so you get to try a wide range of foods. It’s quite rare to have paella included on a food tour so I love how this one combines tapas and paella in one food-filled adventure! You can read my detailed review of this tour here or ➡️check prices and availability here.
Barcelona Supper Club: Tapas & Wine Tour
This evening Barcelona tapas tour will dive into the Gothic Quarter and Born neighbourhoods to explore the best local wine and tapas bars that visitors usually walk right past. You’ll get to learn the secrets of the oldest parts of the city as you sip on Catalan wines and taste contemporary tapas in three family-run eateries. ➡️Check prices and availability here.
Barcelona Tapas, Taverns & History Tour
This delicious tapas tour in Barcelona takes you deep into the Gothic Quarter for either a lunchtime or evening tour. Your guide will share how the history of Barcelona has impacted the food culture here and you’ll have a historical walking tour through the Gothic Quarter as well as eating at some of the most authentic tapas bars in the neighbourhood. ➡️Check prices and availability here.
Montserrat & Cava Winery Tour: Day Trip from Barcelona with Lunch
If you want to take a day trip from Barcelona to explore more of Catalonia, this Montserrat and Cava Winery tour is a great choice. It’s an early start, leaving the city in a private minibus so you can get to Montserrat before crowds arrive, and take a guided tour to see the Black Madonna (La Moreneta) of Montserrat.
Once you’ve explored, you’ll leave Montserrat and visit a family-owned vineyard in the Penedes wine region to discover the secrets of cava and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch with the bodega’s best wines. I loved this tour, you can read my full review here or➡️check prices and availability here.
Small Group Private Food Tour in Barcelona
This private tour by Devour gives you the chance to enjoy Barcelona’s most delicious food in your own private group, up to 6 people. There are a variety of start times available so you can choose the best one to match your schedule, and get ready to explore Barcelona with your private local guide.
You’ll try 10+ traditional and modern tapas from local taverns and tapas bars, taste regional wines, vermouth, and cava that pair perfectly with every bite, and learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Catalan cuisine! ➡️check prices and availability here.
Devour also have options for private groups of 11-40 people, including a tapas tour and a Tapas Challenge for large groups, which is great for team building.
Barcelona Food Tours for Special Dietary Requirements
Most of the tours offered by Devour Tours listed above can be adapted for a range of special dietary requirements, including
- Vegetarians
- Pescatarians
- Gluten free (not celiacs)
- Dairy free
- Non-alcoholic options
- Pregnant women
And you can always message them if you have any concerns before you book. When you do book, make sure you list your requirements on the booking form, although the guide will always double check before the tour starts, it’s best to be prepared.
Vegan Food Tours in Barcelona
If you don’t eat any animal products and want to enjoy the vegan food in Barcelona, this woman-owned company offers vegan food tours. I haven’t tried it yet but Sandra’s tours get great reviews on Google.
This vegan food tour is for a minimum of two people, to a maximum of 6 to keep things cozy. Sandra will guide you around the Born neighbourhood, stopping at 4 spots (including a traditional local 100% vegan deli inside a market) for tastings. You’ll learn about Catalan and Spanish gastronomy, the current food scene, typical dishes, and the vegan (and non-vegan) ingredients commonly used in Spanish kitchens. ➡️Get more information here
Gluten Free Food Tour in Barcelona for Celiacs
Some of my friends can’t eat gluten so I’m always on the look-out for gluten free food in Barcelona so we can got out to dinner together! I haven’t tried this gluten-free food tour run, but it gets great reviews, and could be the perfect option for you if you are a celiac too! ➡️Get more information here
More Barcelona Food Tours
GetYourGuide also offers more incredible food tours in Barcelona with a range of options and a variety of prices so so have a look and see what takes your fancy.
El Born and Gothic Quarter Wine & Tapas Bar Tour
This highly rated tour has two start times, 2pm for the day (lunch) tour or 5pm for the evening (dinner) tour, and explores the Gothic and Born neighbourhoods. You’ll visit four different tapas bars with 9 food tastings, and as you stroll around the oldest parts of Barcelona and learn more about the history, you’ll also discover some hidden gems as you go. There is an optional extra to watch a flamenco show after the tour (paid separately) ➡️Check prices and availability here.
Tapas and Drinks Tour of Old Town
I took this food tour myself a couple of years ago and really enjoyed it. It is run by another excellent company, Intrepid Urban Adventures, and focuses on the Gothic Quarter. When I did it we had a small group with just 4 other people and myself, but the minimum now is 12 which is actually quite large when you have to find tables for everyone! ➡️Check prices and availability here.
Delicious Chocolate Walking Tour
Perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth, this tour is hosted by Carla, a pastry chef who will guide you through the streets of Barcelona around the Gothic Quarter and El Born. You’ll stop at 9 different spots for delicious chocolates and other sweet treats, learning about the rich history of chocolate in Barcelona and modern takes on traditional techniques and flavours. ➡️Check prices and availability here.
You can also view all Barcelona food tours available on GetYourGuide here.
I hope this has inspired you to book a food tour in Barcelona!