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Discover Barcelona's culinary history on a walking tour through historic taverns in the old town while tasting traditional tapas and regional wines.
Explore the most flavorful side of Barcelona through a fascinating itinerary that combines history, local gastronomy, and tradition across the most authentic corners of the old town. The experience begins in Plaça Catalunya, where an expert local guide welcomes the small group to start a pleasant walk toward Portal de l’Àngel, introducing the first historical tales of the area.
The route features strategic stops at iconic establishments with decades of culinary tradition. The first visit takes place at Els 4 Gats, a landmark restaurant from the Modernist era, where you will enjoy a traditional vermouth paired with classic tapas. Afterwards, the path leads near the Cathedral of Barcelona to visit La Pineda, a historic charcuterie ideal for tasting freshly sliced ham, bread with tomato, and an excellent glass of wine.
The tour continues along picturesque streets such as Carrer del Pi and Avinyó, uncovering the urban and social evolution of the Gothic Quarter. You will reach the legendary Bar La Plata, one of the oldest venues in the area, where you can experience the deeply rooted tradition of drinking wine from a porrón alongside its famous fried fish. The gastronomic immersion concludes at Café de l’Acadèmia with a complete selection of traditional Catalan dishes paired with wine and cava. This activity is perfect for culinary culture lovers, and advising of any dietary restrictions upon booking is recommended.
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Additional information
● Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time. Failure to show up at check-in time may result in losing the tour
● Activity not recommended for people with reduced mobility. Please note that the excursion is a walking tour, please dress appropriately, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes
● Stops may change depending on the establishment's availability
● Please indicate any allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of booking
● Julià Travel reserves the right to modify or cancel the tour itinerary due to events held in the city or force majeure reasons, in which case, an alternative time or date or a full refund will be offered
● This tour ends at Plaza Sant Just (Gothic Quarter)
Inclusions
✔ 4 gastronomic stops
✔ Vermouth, wines, and cava
✔ Tasting of tapas and local products
✔ Expert local guide
✔ Small group tour (maximum 12 people)
Exclusions
✖ Pickup and drop-off at the client's hotel
✖ Transportation to the meeting point
✖ Tickets, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other services not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations made with less notice or no-shows will not be refunded