Barcelona: Wine & Tapas Evening Tour with Gourmet Dinner

Summary

Wine tastings, tapas bars and a high-end dinner in barcelona’s lively streets

You’ll wander Barcelona’s lively streets with a local guide, tasting wines and classic tapas at two buzzing bars before settling in for a proper dinner at a top restaurant. Expect laughter over shared plates, new flavors (some surprising), stories from your guide—and that feeling of being part of the city for one night.

What’s the experience like?

We started by weaving through the evening crowd near La Pedrera — that wild Gaudí building everyone photographs but somehow feels even stranger up close. Our guide, Marta, waved us over with this easy grin and immediately pointed out some little detail on the façade I’d never noticed (something about the ironwork curling like seaweed). The air smelled faintly of pastry and traffic. I was hungry already, which might’ve made me more excited for our first stop than I’d admit.

The first tapas bar was noisy in that Barcelona way — locals shouting over clinking glasses, plates sliding across marble counters. We tried these anchovies draped over tomato bread (I always forget how salty they are until the first bite), and a white wine from Penedès that Marta insisted we swirl before sipping. She told us stories about the neighborhood — apparently her uncle used to sneak into these bars as a teenager. I butchered “gràcies” and she just laughed, correcting me gently.

By the second stop my Spanish felt looser (maybe it was the wine), and we squeezed into a corner table where the waiter brought out croquettes so hot they nearly burned my fingers. There was this moment when everyone just paused to taste — you could actually hear it go quiet for half a second. Then someone cracked a joke about how many tapas you can eat before you lose count (it’s more than you’d think). The city lights outside looked warmer than usual, or maybe that was just me.

The last place was something else — not flashy, but you could tell it was special by how quietly people talked inside. We had this slow, multi-course dinner paired with reds I couldn’t pronounce. I remember one dish had this smoky paprika thing going on; still think about it sometimes when I’m hungry late at night. Walking back past La Pedrera after, full and kind of giddy, I realized how much food can make you feel like you belong somewhere, even if it’s just for an evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Tapas and wine tour in Barcelona

• Meet at La Pedrera
• Explore animated local streets
• Visit high scale district

Top questions

Where does the Barcelona wine & tapas tour start?

The tour begins at La Pedrera, Gaudí’s famous building in central Barcelona.

How many stops are included on this Barcelona wine & gourmet tapas tour?

The tour includes three stops: two local tapas bars followed by dinner at a high-end restaurant.

Is dinner included in the price?

Yes, dinner is included as part of the experience.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

Can infants or small children join this Barcelona food tour?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the tour.

Does this day trip include public transportation options nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options available near all stops on the route.

What kind of food will we try on this Barcelona tapas & wine tour?

You’ll taste typical local tapas such as anchovies on tomato bread and croquettes paired with regional wines.

What’s included

Your evening includes meeting your guide at La Pedrera, stops at two lively local tapas bars for classic bites paired with regional wines, followed by a full multi-course dinner in an upscale restaurant—all easily accessible for wheelchairs or strollers if needed.