Barcelona History & Food Experience
Joined 2023
Discover Spanish food and Barcelona history. As we stroll through narrow back alleys and across historic squares, we will learn about Barcelona from Roman times to the medieval golden era. With three stops in distinct restaurants I will also show you the broad variety of tapas!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or at the Mercat del Born
Mercat del Born
The former market hall of El Born is currently a wonderful museum. Let's walk into it!
Paseo del Born
This part of El Born has become a trendy neighbourhood with fancy cocktail bars and great restaurants. Still it kept a very authentic atmosphere.
1st Food Stop: Basque Style Pinchos
Pinchos have conquered all of Spain. The word actually means "cocktail stick" - thus these are small snacks - usually a slice of baguette with a topping - from seafood to cheese or ham to sausages. The creativity is endless!
Palau Dalmases & Picasso Museum
Let's discover the area with beautiful Gothic palaces from the 15th century that are in a remarkable state.
Quarter of Medieval Craftsmen
Just around the corner we will find many unique stores that offer handmade products from Barcelona. They keep the tradition even after 500 years!
Santa Maria del Mar
One of the most beautiful churches in Barcelona from the 14th century that was built in a record time of 50 years.
2nd Food Stop: Traditional Tapas
Let's try a broader range of Spanish tapas. I will explain the food to you and we will make a choice together what to order! No worries in case you are vegetarian. There are sufficient options.
The tapas bar is known for its regionality - all the food comes from local fields and farms. We will try a variety of elaborated and high quality tapas.
Gothic Quarter - the oldest Catholic Church
At a picturesque, historic square we will encounter the oldest Catholic Church in Barcelona with its origins around the year 400!
Plaça Sant Jaume - the heart of Roman Barcelona
Let's dive into the Roman history of the city. Barcelona was founded more than 2000 years ago.
The medieval Jewish Quarter
Within the Jewish Quarter we will not only find fascinating history but also the oldest residential building of Barcelona constructed in 1378 and people are still living there.
Final Food Stop: Churros con Chocolate - THE Spanish dessert
To finish our food experience with a dessert stop!
End of the tour
Ending Point
At your hotel or Plaça del Pi close to the Ramblas
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 3 drinks per person
- 3 pinchos per person
- 3 tapas per person
- 1 dessert
All together it adds up to a full dinner. Usually, you won't be hungry anymore!
Any other items not mentioned in the description
Tour Important Information
After the tour we will have completed a 3 course menu in total - so most likely you won't be hungry anymore.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Christian H.
I left Germany 23 years ago and have been living in Barcelona for 12. I am an experienced world traveller having visited more than 40 countries on all continents.
When coming to Barcelona I developed a passion for its architecture, the rich history & the many legends that can be found all over the city. Turning passion into a profession I became a tour guide and founded my own company specialising in off the beaten path tours and historic walking routes.
We offer private tours. This way we can guarantee a high level of intimacy. For us it is important that there is also time for personal conversations. We love to learn about the lives of our guests. Our mission is fulfilled when you got the feeling that you discovered Barcelona with a friend who happened to know a lot about the city.
Catch The Barcelona Feeling with me!
Reviews
Debra H.
“Great morning with Christian”
The hidden streets of Barcelona was one of our trip highlights. Christian was able to show us places we'd never have found with the guide book. His knowledge and the ease with which he presented was great. It was a very interesting and fun walk around a part of the city which was fascinating. Would definitely recommend.
Christian H.
Thank you so much, Debra, for the wonderful morning. It was a pleasure sharing my passion for Barcelona with you and your husband. All the best wishes, Christian
Sue H.
“Very Special Experience”
This was the third and final tour we booked with Christian and I think it was my favorite. He took us through some quiet streets and pointed out little tapas places along the way that he recommended. We almost felt like locals by the time the tour ended. Christian is an excellent guide and we would do it all again!
Christian H.
THANK YOU, Sue, for having spent 1.5 days with me and that I could share my passion for this beautiful city with you during our time together. Glad you also enjoyed our third tour about the history of Barcelona covering 2000 years! All the best for you and Mike! Christian
Sue H.
“Fantastic tour!”
What a great morning spending time with Christian at some of Gaudi's buildings. Christian gave us so much insight into the design and meaning of the buildings that make them so much more interesting. He also highlighted buildings created by some other architects that were even more beautiful than some of Gaudi's. We ended up at the concert hall where we had a fantastic lunch.
Christian H.
Thank you, Sue! Glad you enjoyed the mix of sites that we visited and all the fascinating stories connected to them. All the best, Christian
$349/ per group
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