--- title: Barcelona Markets Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-markets-tour/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 30 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 401 duration_minutes: 120 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-markets-tour/ --- # Barcelona Markets Tour **Guidekin's take:** Walk through Boqueria Market, the Ramblas and Santa Caterina Market to explore Catalan food traditions. Market tastings and an olive oil tasting in El Born are included; any extra food purchases are your own expense. 4.93 from 401 reviews at €30 per person for 2h–3h. ## Overview Begin at the Boqueria Market, one of the top food markets in the world. As your guide leads you through the patterned walkways, you’ll learn about Catalan food traditions and even enjoy a tasting of nougat and olives. Next, explore the scenic Ramblas promenade. Soak up the energy of this former market and snap a few photos of open-air cafes, and the unusual Miró mosaic. In the Gothic Quarter, discover the Santa Caterina Market, the city's first covered market, with an undulating, colorful roof and ruins of a medieval monastery. We’ll also stop by a caganer shop to hear the story of one of Catalonia’s strangest traditions. Then visit the church of Santa Maria del Mar and finally El Born Market, a striking building now housing the remains of the Born neighborhood. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Outside Dunkin' Coffee - 13 start times: between 10:00 and 16:00 - Food included: An olive oil tasting in El Born - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €25: ages 4 to 11 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €30 per person for the Markets Walking Tour option; other options up to €80 - Duration: 2h–3h - Rating: 4.93/5 from 401 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: ExperienceFirst - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: English - Start times: 13 start times between 10:00 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.93 from 401 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 397 of 401. - 5 stars: 381 (95%) - 4 stars: 16 (4%) - 3 stars: 2 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' knowledge and food samples, though some wanted more time to browse the markets. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, engaging guides who explain market and city history - Food samples that introduce local flavours and market produce - Exploring the Gothic Quarter and old town alongside the markets - Useful recommendations for restaurants and local shops **Complaints:** - Some had time to shop, while others found the pace too fast to browse stalls or buy food Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-04-15 to 2026-09-26); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Markets Walking Tour | €30 / person | English | Walking Tour: Tour Barcelona’s fascinating markets with a guide. This option does not include the food & wine tasting upgrade. | | Private Markets Tour | €80 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | ## What's included - Two small tastings in La Boquería Market - Guided Walking Tour - Professional Guide - An olive oil tasting in El Born ## Not included - Gratuities - Any food you want to purchase in the markets ## Itinerary 1. **Mercat de la Boqueria** (30m) - The oldest market in Barcelona, small food samples included to enhance your visit 2. **Las Ramblas** (20m) - After visiting the Boqueria Market, you will stop by Las Ramblas, famous tree-lined promenade filled with cafes, shops, and fragrant flower stands 3. **Mercado de Santa Caterina** (20m) - You'll admire the stunning architecture of Santa Caterina Market. Once inside you'll visit the ruins of an ancient monastery. 4. **A Gothic church that hides intriguing tales of Mediterranean trade brought in...** (10m) - A Gothic church that hides intriguing tales of Mediterranean trade brought into the spotlight thanks to the Netflix series, “Cathedral of the Sea” 5. **The world's largest purveyor of an unusual Catalonian tradition** (10m) 6. **El Born Centre De Cultura I Memoria** (20m) - Once the largest covered market in Europe, today a cultural center ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 13 start times between 10:00 and 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Outside Dunkin' Coffee Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJPR0eyveipBIRMu6U60ujV9w Ends: El Bonr Market ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - We’ll have at least one tasting in La Boquería market, but you'll also have some time to purchase food items at markets along the way if you wish. Your guide can provide recommendations for local flavors and how to get the best value. - The walking tour is accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers. However, the upgrade is not accessible. ## More in Barcelona - All Barcelona tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-markets-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md