Guided Tours

Walking Tour of Barcelona Markets: Las Ramblas, La Boquería & Beyond

La Boquería market stalls with fresh produce on Barcelona Markets Walking Tour.

Visitors exploring vibrant stalls at La Boquería Market, Barcelona, during a walking tour.

Sample local delicacies at La Boquería, explore the medieval Mercat del Born and Santa Caterina Market, and learn about the strange Catalonian tradition of Caganer on a 2-hour guided walking tour of Barcelona's covered markets.

Highlights

Visit Barcelona’s best-covered markets to learn their traditions and secrets on a 2-hour guided walking tour.
Experience the sights and smells of La Boquería, Barcelona's oldest market, and sample olives and uncover a former market in the Born neighborhood.
Learn about the caganer, an odd Catalonian tradition that’s famous worldwide.
Catch glimpses of the remains of a medieval convent under a thriving modern market.
Fun Fact: In 2017, La Boquería won CNN's title of "Best fresh market in the world," beating the Tsukiji Fish Market of Tokyo and the Union Square Farmer's Market of New York.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Barcelona's markets
Olives tasting at La Boquería
Turrón tasting at La Boquería

Exclusions

Gratuities
Hotel transfers
Audio guide

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Sample Catalan Culinary Delights at La Boquería

Begin your day tour at the Boqueria Market, rated as one of the top food markets in the world. Be amazed at the sheer variety of freshly prepared food available here. Led by a local guide, stroll through the patterned walkways and learn about Catalan food traditions and indulge in local olives. Exiting the market, find yourself at the scenic Ramblas promenade. A former market, famous for its flower sellers, it is a wonderful place to soak up the ambiance and snap a few photos.

Learn about the History & Traditions of Catalonia

Step back in time at the Gothic Quarter and walk through its charming streets, full of antique stores and even an occasional antique market. Continue to the bustling Santa Caterina Market, the first covered market in Barcelona, with its undulating, brightly colored roof. Before the final stop, visit a local caganer shop and discover the story of one of Catalonia’s strangest traditions. Marvel at the monumental church of Santa Maria del Mar, and hear intriguing tales of La Ribera neighborhood sailors.

Conclude your day tour 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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Important Information

This tour is pram/stroller and wheelchair accessible.
Guide dogs are allowed on this tour.

Timings

Tue, Wed, Fri, and Sat: 10am

My tickets

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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.