Barcelona Markets Walking Tour: Boqueria, Santa Caterina, El Born with Tastings
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€60Overview
This walking tour in Barcelona lasts about two to three hours and covers several of the city’s notable markets and nearby sites. It begins at Mercat de la Boqueria, the oldest market in the city, where you will walk through the aisles while the guide explains local Catalan food traditions. During this stop, two small tastings are included, such as nougat and olives. Next, the tour continues along Las Ramblas, a well-known tree-lined promenade filled with cafes, shops, and flower stands. You will have time to take photos and observe the lively atmosphere there. Afterward, you visit Mercado de Santa Caterina, the city’s first covered market, recognized for its colorful, wavy roof. Inside, you can see the ruins of an old monastery. The tour also includes a visit to the Gothic church of Santa Maria del Mar, with stories linked to Mediterranean trade highlighted by the Netflix series "Cathedral of the Sea." You will then stop at a caganer shop to learn about this unique Catalan tradition. Finally, the route ends at El Born Centre de Cultura i Memoria, a large former covered market now serving as a cultural center. An olive oil tasting is included at El Born. A professional guide leads the group throughout the tour. The tour allows time to buy food items at the markets if desired, but purchases are not included in the price. It is suitable for wheelchairs and strollers, although any upgrade options may not be accessible.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mercat de la Boqueria
This is Barcelona’s oldest market. The stop lasts about 30 minutes and includes small food samples to complement your visit.
30 min
Las Ramblas
After the Boqueria, the tour continues with a 20-minute walk along Las Ramblas, a famous tree-lined street known for its cafes, shops, and flower stalls.
20 min
Mercado de Santa Caterina
Spend around 20 minutes admiring the architecture of Santa Caterina Market, notable for its colorful undulating roof. Inside, visitors can see the ruins of an ancient monastery.
20 min
Santa Maria del Mar Church
A 10-minute stop at this Gothic church reveals stories about Mediterranean trade, highlighted by the Netflix series “Cathedral of the Sea.”
10 min
Caganer Shop
Visit the world’s largest seller of the caganer figurine, which represents a unique Catalan tradition, during a 10-minute stop.
10 min
El Born Centre De Cultura I Memoria
The tour concludes with a 20-minute visit to El Born, formerly Europe’s largest covered market, now a cultural center with an olive oil tasting included.
20 min
Meeting point
Outside Dunkin' Coffee
End point
El Bonr Market
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Barcelona Markets Walking Tour: Boqueria, Santa Caterina, El Born with Tastings
by ExperienceFirst
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€60Overview
This walking tour in Barcelona lasts about two to three hours and covers several of the city’s notable markets and nearby sites. It begins at Mercat de la Boqueria, the oldest market in the city, where you will walk through the aisles while the guide explains local Catalan food traditions. During this stop, two small tastings are included, such as nougat and olives. Next, the tour continues along Las Ramblas, a well-known tree-lined promenade filled with cafes, shops, and flower stands. You will have time to take photos and observe the lively atmosphere there. Afterward, you visit Mercado de Santa Caterina, the city’s first covered market, recognized for its colorful, wavy roof. Inside, you can see the ruins of an old monastery. The tour also includes a visit to the Gothic church of Santa Maria del Mar, with stories linked to Mediterranean trade highlighted by the Netflix series "Cathedral of the Sea." You will then stop at a caganer shop to learn about this unique Catalan tradition. Finally, the route ends at El Born Centre de Cultura i Memoria, a large former covered market now serving as a cultural center. An olive oil tasting is included at El Born. A professional guide leads the group throughout the tour. The tour allows time to buy food items at the markets if desired, but purchases are not included in the price. It is suitable for wheelchairs and strollers, although any upgrade options may not be accessible.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mercat de la Boqueria
This is Barcelona’s oldest market. The stop lasts about 30 minutes and includes small food samples to complement your visit.
30 min
Las Ramblas
After the Boqueria, the tour continues with a 20-minute walk along Las Ramblas, a famous tree-lined street known for its cafes, shops, and flower stalls.
20 min
Mercado de Santa Caterina
Spend around 20 minutes admiring the architecture of Santa Caterina Market, notable for its colorful undulating roof. Inside, visitors can see the ruins of an ancient monastery.
20 min
Santa Maria del Mar Church
A 10-minute stop at this Gothic church reveals stories about Mediterranean trade, highlighted by the Netflix series “Cathedral of the Sea.”
10 min
Caganer Shop
Visit the world’s largest seller of the caganer figurine, which represents a unique Catalan tradition, during a 10-minute stop.
10 min
El Born Centre De Cultura I Memoria
The tour concludes with a 20-minute visit to El Born, formerly Europe’s largest covered market, now a cultural center with an olive oil tasting included.
20 min
Meeting point
Outside Dunkin' Coffee
End point
El Bonr Market
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.