Barcelona Markets Walking Tour: La Boquería and Beyond
Uncover culinary and cultural traditions amid historic and modern markets
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$31 per adult
€29 per adult
£25 per adult
C$44 per adult
A$49 per adult
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Local experts
Personal stories and insider travel tips -
Top-rated
Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars -
Worry-free booking
Flexible scheduling and refunds
Highlights
- Visit Barcelona’s best covered markets to learn their traditions and secrets.
- Experience the sights and smells of La Boquería, where you’ll also sample local olives.
- Explore the Born neighborhood to uncover a former market and medieval city.
- Learn about the caganer, an odd Catalonian tradition that’s famous worldwide.
- Glimpse the remains of a medieval convent under a thriving modern market.
What you'll do
Begin your tour at the Boqueria Market, rated one of the top food markets in the world. You’ll be amazed at the sheer variety and quantity of fresh and prepared food available here.
As your guide leads you through the patterned walkways, ...
Begin your tour at the Boqueria Market, rated one of the top food markets in the world. You’ll be amazed at the sheer variety and quantity of fresh and prepared food available here.
As your guide leads you through the patterned walkways, you’ll learn about Catalan food traditions and even taste traditional Catalan olives.
Exiting the Boqueria Market, you will find yourself at the scenic Ramblas promenade. Itself a former market, famous for its flower sellers, Ramblas today is a wonderful place to soak up the ambiance and snap a few photos as you stroll past its open-air cafes, fragrant flower stands and the colorful Miró mosaic.
Next, we’ll travel back in time to ancient Barcelona with a walk in the streets of the Gothic Quarter, full of antique stores and even an occasional antique market.
You will follow the city’s old Roman walls to Bodegas La Catedral, where you’ll sample a taste of a traditional Spanish vermouth.
Continue to the bustling Santa Caterina Market, the first covered market in Barcelona, with its undulating, brightly colored roof. Here you’ll admire the ruins of an old medieval monastery.
On your way to the last stop, we’ll also visit a local caganer shop to discover the story of one of Catalonia’s strangest traditions. Marvel at the monumental church of Santa Maria del Mar, where you’ll hear the intriguing stories of La Ribera neighborhood sailors.
Your Barcelona markets tour ends at the sprawling Market of Born. Built as a market, this striking steel and glass structure now houses the remains of the Born neighborhood dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries.
Itinerary
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Mercat de la Boqueria
Oldest market in Barcelona
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Flower markets of Las Ramblas
Famous tree-lined promenade filled with cafes, shops, and fragrant flower stands
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Bodegas La Catedral
Where guest 18 and up can sample some traditional Spanish vermouth
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Mercat de Santa Caterina
The city’s first covered market
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Caganer
The world’s largest purveyor of an unusual Catalonian tradition
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Santa Maria del Mar
A Gothic church with intriguing tales of Mediterranean trade brought into the spotlight with the Netflix series, “Cathedral of the Sea”
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Former market of El Born
Once the largest covered market in Europe, today a cultural center
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Tasting
This tour typically includes at least one food sample at La Boquería and a vermouth tasting in Bodegas La Catedral.
Tour ending point
Our tour ends at the Mercat del Born.
Refund policy
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
Reviews
This tour was a great introduction to Barcelona's ancient markets and surrounding architecture. We loved walking around the markets with a guide, it helped us appreciate it so much more. The pictures we got were incredible.
— Jamie
Sam
Peter
Farqui
Meeting point
Meet outside Dunkin’ at Rambla de Sant Josep, 89, 08002, Barcelona.
For easier navigation, you can paste the coordinates 41.382002, 2.172289 into Google Maps.
FAQs
How much walking is there?
We cover about 2 miles at a leisurely pace. If mobility is an issue, please arrange for a private tour.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes, this tour is accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers.
Is food included?
We’ll have an olive tasting in La Boquería market and a vermouth tasting at Bodegas La Catedral, but you’ll also have some time to purchase food items at markets along the way if you wish. Your guide can provide recommendations for local flavors and how to get the best value.
What is the cancellation policy?
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours aren’t eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
When should I get there?
Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.
Are gratuities included?
Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.
Do you have gift certificates?
Yes! If you want to give the gift of Barcelona (or any of our destinations) to someone else, you can purchase a tour gift card. Our gift cards are good for any of our tours, and they never expire.
