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3 - 3 ½ hours
4 stops
12 people máximum
English
Local food and culture
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What you'll do
On our Secret Food Tour: Barcelona, you'll enjoy a variety of the best authentic Spanish dishes on the secret streets of the areas of Born and Barceloneta. You'll try tapas, mouth-watering Paëlla, refreshing Sangria and wines, the best jamón, and much more. Don't forget our secret dish as well!
At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Barcelona's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history.
Quality drinks will be served at some stops, however if you would like more, a thoughtfully curated Upgraded Drinks Package is available.
- Before you start exploring the mysterious medieval Barcelona, stop by one of the oldest bakeries in the city (1849), and try a typical catalan pastry.
- Some tiny streets later, you will have the chance to taste and see the diversity of gastronomy in the local Market Hall
- Your guide will make you knowledgeable about Iberian ham (2 types) and local cheeses (3 types)
- Learn how to properly order and eat tapas and try some delicious examples in a family restaurant with some wine. We are taking you to an authentic busy place, be ready for the experience!
- Get closer to the Meditéranean sea by sitting around a table and drinking some fresh Sangria and authentic Paëlla, in one of the most picturesque places in the city.
- All tour along, your guide will teach you some great knowledge about both the history, the local culture, and the gastronomy to enhance the whole experience.
- Oh, of course there's our delicious Secret Dish too!
- Your guide will also provide you with plenty of recommendations for the rest of your stay and answer any questions you might have!
Note* Our Sunday tour menu is slightly different from other days and Includes seasonal and traditional family Sunday dishes and venues.
- Enjoy an indulgent breakfast with warm Churros served with a rich and thick melted hot chocolate and discover the secrets behind this centenary Spanish tradition
- Visit a local bar for a vermouth paired with a seafood tapa and understand why this drink is so popular on the weekend
- Meander through the backstreets to visit a Catalan pastry shop
- Learn how to order local Pintxos washed down with a refreshing Spanish cider or Txacolí
- Put on your gloves and bib for a truly Catalan Sunday experience dining on calçots, a local stew and wine from a “porrón”.
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When you purchase our Upgraded Drinks
Package, you'll enjoy the following in addition to the drinks
already served on the tour:
- Montsant red wine or priorat red wine or Homemade vermouth or cava
- Spanish digestive Add Upgraded Drinks Package
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Book Your Tour
€89/ person
If you have any issues with payment, please email us at [email protected] with the city,
date and time of tour, and how many adult and child's tickets you need so we can
assist you.
If a tour is fully booked, or you are looking to book a *Group or Private Tour - please email us about Group & Private Tours options.
*Please note - Group & Private Tours are specifically organised for your group and therefore subject to a premium price.
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What you'll taste
THE FOOD
- Catalonian pastry
- Amazing Spanish cheeses
- Finest Ham and cured sausages
- Delicious Tapas
- Seasonal pastry or cake
- Mouth-watering Paëlla
- Our delicious Secret Dish
DRINKS
- Water
- Refreshing Sangria
- Non-alcoholic options
- For more drinks see upgrade above
Due to the nature of creating a well
balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to
accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to
see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
WHY BORN AND BARCELONETA?
These two districts are very representative of the evolution that the city
has been going through for centuries. They are one of the first districts to
be part of what we nowadays call Barcelona.
La Ribera, most
commonly called Born, has lived-though the most glorious period of the
city's history, but also had its decline. Walking through the streets you
will understand how important this district has always been. From being one
of the symbols of Catalan war for independence in 1714 to be the center of
design and gastronomic trends in Barcelona.
After this, we get
closer to the sea in Barceloneta district, which used to be centre the old
fishing market. You will try some of the freshest food of the city, and meet
the proud locals who love their district and their culture.
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Health & Safety Standards
At Secret Food Tours we take your health and the health of our staff very seriously. To be sure that you can enjoy our tours with the maximum protection we have put in place some strict measures.
Meeting Spot
The meeting spot is in the middle of a
square called "Plaça de Ramon Berenguer el Gran". Your guide will be waiting for
you by the statue of the BIG HORSE. If you have any questions. Please email us.
Mon - Sun 10:30 am
Plaça de Ramon Berenguer el Gran
Your guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella so they are easy to
spot.
If a tour is fully booked, or you are looking to book a *Group or Private Tour - please email us about Group & Private Tours options.
*Please note - Group & Private Tours are specifically organised for your group and therefore subject to a premium price.
WHY BORN AND BARCELONETA?
These two districts are very representative of the evolution that the city has
been going through for centuries. They are one of the first districts to be part
of what we nowadays call Barcelona.
La Ribera, most commonly called
Born, has lived-though the most glorious period of the city's history, but also
had its decline. Walking through the streets you will understand how important
this district has always been. From being one of the symbols of Catalan war for
independence in 1714 to be the center of design and gastronomic trends in
Barcelona.
After this, we get closer to the sea in Barceloneta
district, which used to be centre the old fishing market. You will try some of
the freshest food of the city, and meet the proud locals who love their district
and their culture.
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Frequently asked Questions
Health & Safety Standards
Health & Safety Standards
At Secret Food Tours we take your health and the health of our staff very seriously. To be sure that you can enjoy our tours with the maximum protection we have put in place some strict measures.
- We have been certified by We're Good To Go
- We make sure that all our partners and our own places are disinfected after each tour
- All our guide have been trained on health and safety measures
- Masks and hand sanitizers should be used on all our tours by our guides
- Guests must bring their own mask
- We keep our group small and we offer private tours
How do I order?
Simply go to our "Book Now" page where we detail our tours. Select your tour, the time of your tour, and book it!
Are you looking for something special? Are you organising an event? Just email us at Group & Private Tours and we will do our best to arrange something that suits you.
After your booking is made, we will send you an automatic e-mail confirmation. If you have any questions before booking, feel free to contact us via email
*Please note if you are using a special promo code then enter it in the "Voucher Code" section before you select the amount of tickets you would like to purchase*
What is included in the food tour?
All the delicious food and drinks mentioned above, but if you want more alcohol (and who doesn't?) We offer a upgraded drinks package that gives you 3 drinks.
Where is the meeting spot?
You can find the meeting spot here and if it's not clear you can always contact us.
Where the tour will end?
Barcelona tour ends in front of the sea, at the end of "Almiral Cervera" street. 400 meters from "Barceloneta" metro stop (Line 4 - yellow)
Is your food tour suitable for a vegetarian or someone with other dietary requirements?
You can always tell our guide of any food allergies or special dietary requirements so that way we will adapt the menu so you can enjoy the tour! If you have any doubt or concerns, feel free to email us at [email protected] before booking. We have had many vegetarians doing the tour with us and they all enjoyed it thoroughly.
I am traveling with my family, is the tour ok for infants/children?
Children are more than welcome to our tour and it's free for any child 2 years or under! We have had many families attend from all over the world and everyone enjoyed the tour.
I don't drink alcohol. Can I book your tour?
This is not a problem. Just inform our guide before the tour starts. During the tasting you can select another beverage you like!
Is there enough food during your tour?
We give enough food to all our customers. Trust us, you will not need to go to any restaurant after the Food tour!
Where do I add my discount voucher?
I would like to take your tour but it is already fully booked. Is there a way I can do the tour?
Our tours are often sold out very quickly. If the date you requested is not available, please do not hesitate to email us and we can see if there is anything we can do. We cannot promise but we will try our best to sort something out for you.
Is there a lot of walking?
To join our Food Tour, you must wear comfortable shoes. There will be around 1 hour walking but it's not too difficult and there are no hills or stairs. If you walk slowly, then our guide will walk slowly as well.
How many people max are on this tour?
We take 12 people maximum. If you are more than 12 people, please do not hesitate to email us and will try to see if we can accommodate.
I cannot find a way to print the confirmation. Is it OK if I have it on my phone?
You do not have to print your voucher. A confirmation on your phone will be fine!
If I purchase a voucher as a gift, or am given a voucher how long is it valid for?
All of our vouchers expire one year from the date of purchase.
Can I choose my own cheese and meat?
Our guide will take care of everything. Should you wish to try something special, please inform our guide and he will do his best to make you happy.
Where does your food come from?
We work with small shops in Born and Barceloneta area. The food and drink we buy is top-quality, fresh and local!
What if it rains or I change my plans?
Unfortunately, the weather is unpredictable in Barcelona. We do not issue refunds as per our terms and conditions. We also inform you that we never cancel a booking even if we have only 2 people! However we do reserve the right to cancel the tour if we feel the weather is extreme, and we cannot run the tour due to this for more info see our Terms and Conditions: https://www.secretfoodtours.com/terms-and-conditions/
Can I pay the tour in cash?
You must book directly on our website. We do not accept cash payments. Our online payment is safe, secured and SSL protected.
Why do we need to pay for booking fee?
The booking fee that you have to pay is up to our ticket provider and we can't change it. All our clients need to pay for it upon booking. The booking fee charged contributes to the cost of the ticketing system to provide an excellent service to our customers.
Foreign Transaction Fees
A few banks have charged their customer an extra fee while booking with us (this isn't the booking fee but another fee added by the bank). We think this is unfair, if this happens let us know by showing us in your bank statement and we will refund this fee as a gesture of good will.
