Barcelona: Food & Wine Walking Tour with Sommelier & Tapas

Evening tapas, Spanish wines and stories in Poble Sec

You’ll taste your way through Barcelona’s Poble Sec and Sant Antoni neighborhoods with a certified sommelier leading the way. Expect four Spanish wines paired with seasonal tapas, stories about local life, and plenty of laughter in small group company. It’s less like a tour, more like being invited along for an evening out, and you’ll probably remember at least one flavor long after.

Step-by-step itinerary

Food and wine tour in Barcelona

• Explore Poble Sec alleys
• Visit Sant Antoni Market
• Discover Sant Antoni food hub

Stops and time spent at each 3 stops

1. El Poble Sec 45m
2. Mercat De Sant Antoni passing by
3. Sant Antoni 2h

What’s included

Your evening includes guided walks through Poble Sec and Sant Antoni led by a certified sommelier, four thoughtfully chosen Spanish wines paired with seasonal tapas for a full meal, plus plenty of stories along the way. The group stays small (max 8), so you get personal attention throughout your Barcelona food & wine adventure before heading home well-fed and happy.

Times

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• Monday to Saturday 17:00

Information

Let a certified sommelier guide you through Barcelona’s vibrant food scene, tasting Spanish wines and tapas in Poble Sec & Sant Antoni. Small groups, includes full meal.

Group Up to 8

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Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. See the exact address

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Ages Adult (6 and older) · Under 6: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby

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The experience

"Try this one. It’s from Priorat," our sommelier said, swirling a glass that caught the last bit of daylight sneaking through the narrow street. I’d barely finished my first bite of smoky pimentón-dusted chorizo when the wine hit: all dark cherry and something earthy I couldn’t quite place. There were only six of us around the table, elbows almost touching, which somehow made it feel like we’d stumbled into someone’s kitchen instead of a Barcelona food tour. And yeah, I still think about that first pairing.

We wandered through Poble Sec’s alleys just as the city started to cool off. You could smell bread baking somewhere nearby, and every now and then someone would lean out a balcony to check on the evening. Our guide (Anna, who grew up here) knew every bartender by name. She told us how this neighborhood used to be mostly working class, but now it’s where chefs come to experiment. At one point she stopped mid-story because an old friend passed by with his dog. They chatted in rapid Catalan while we sipped vermouth and tried not to look too much like tourists.

Sant Antoni Market was next. Honestly, I didn’t expect much from a market at night, but Anna was right: inside it felt alive in a different way. The tiles were cool underfoot and there was this low hum of voices bouncing off the iron beams overhead. We tried anchovies that tasted like the sea (I’m not usually a fan but these surprised me), and another glass of Spanish wine that Anna paired with something creamy I can’t pronounce. She laughed when I tried: apparently my accent is hopeless.

The tour wrapped up around 9:30, full bellies and maybe a little tipsy from all those pairings. Walking back through Sant Antoni with new friends, I realized how much more you notice when someone local shows you their favorite places. Not everything was perfect (one tapa was too salty for me), but honestly that just made it feel real.

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How many people are on this Barcelona food tour?

The group is limited to 8 guests for a more personal experience.

Is there a sommelier on the tour?

Yes, a certified sommelier leads the food and wine pairings throughout the evening.

Which neighborhoods does the tour visit?

The walking tour explores Poble Sec and Sant Antoni districts in Barcelona.

Are vegetarian options available?

Yes, vegetarian options are available if requested when booking.

Is this Barcelona food & wine tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

Does the tour include both food and drinks?

Yes, it includes four glasses of Spanish wine paired with a full meal of seasonal tapas.

What time does the evening food tour end?

The experience wraps up around 9:30 PM after visiting several venues.

I have dietary restrictions, can they accommodate?

If you let them know after booking, most allergies or special diets can be accommodated except vegan or fully gluten-free diets.

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