Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience
Ultimate Barcelona tapas experience

What you'll do

Guidebooks are a bore; they can’t clink a glass of vermouth with you and they’re no fun to share a plate of pimientos de padron (seared peppers) with. But that’s exactly what your host will do as you flit between tapa and pintxos bars. Sip vermouth or cañas (the local measure of beer), and sample the favorite local dishes - like la bomba, croquettas of mashed potato stuffed with ground pork, and esqueixada, a zesty feast of raw salted cod, romesco sauce, tomatoes and black olives.  They’ll take you only to authentic tapa bars where you’ll be rubbing shoulders with the locals and you might not be sure what some of the things on the menu are - although there probably won’t be a menu, so you’ll be ever happier your host is with you. 

 

Where you’ll go

You’ll explore El Poble Sec, a barrio nestled between the port, the Gothic Quarter and the hilly Montjuïc neighborhood. From humble beginnings, it’s become one of the city’s up-and-coming food hubs, where authentic bodega cozy up alongside futuristic fusion restaurants and tiny tapa bars. Perhaps you’ll visit a bar so tiny only 15 people can squeeze inside that’s known for its montaditos, crispy pieces of bread topped with anything from smoked salmon with yogurt and honey to salty tapenade. And of course, you’ll flit between a few of the bars on Carrer de Blai, a street that’s made a name of itself thanks to its countless pinxto bars, where delicious morsels are served on cocktail sticks

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Catalan, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Discover tiny eateries and hidden bars you’d never find in a guidebook
  • Explore the El Poble Sec neighborhood and see why it’s known for its tapa culture
  • Your host will recommend staple tapas and pintxos dishes to try, at the bars known for serving authentic varieties of each - you’ll sample 6 - 8 small plates
  • Sip the local favorite accompanying drinks like vermouth, beer, or wine
  • From standing bars to tables clustered out in the street, you’ll visit only authentic tapa and pintxos bars with your host
  • Get recommendations from your host of other tapa bars to visit during the rest of your trip

Things to know

What’s included

  • 6-8 tapas tastings and 2 alcoholic or soft drinks, carefully selected for you by your host
  • 3-hour experience
  • Private and personalized
  • Start when you like - later the better for real local vibes!
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

What’s not included

  • Food and drink in addition to what’s included
  • Transport costs
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    We had a private tour with Pau Martrat, highlighting Barcelona’s finest features. The tour was meant to be a walking tour but I told him I was traveling with elderly parents, and he accommodated our situation by giving us a tour of the city with his vehicle. We also stopped at several locations to take pictures before heading off to lunch at local paella restaurant. An overall wonderful experience made possible by a knowledgeable and friendly tour guide, Pau.

    May 2023

    Thu N

    We had a private tour with Pau Martrat, highlighting Barcelona’s finest features. The tour was meant to be a walking tour, but I told him I was traveling with elderly parents, and he accommodated our situation by giving us a tour of the city with his vehicle. We also stopped at several locations to take pictures before heading off to lunch at local paella restaurant. An overall wonderful experience made possible by a knowledgeable and friendly tour guide, Pau.

    May 2023

    Thu N

    Pau was Knowledgeable, Engaging, and Flexible in guiding us through our first experience with Barcelona. I would highly recommend him to friends and associates visiting Barcelona with limited exploration time.

    May 2023

    Thu N

    So much fun! Alan was professional, spectacular and caring. We had a blast. We never would have discovered these places on our own.

    February 2023

    Jeff W

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