--- title: "Barcelona Private Food Tour: Tapas, Paella & 8+ Food Tastings" lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-private-food-tour-tapas-paella-8-food-tastings/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 204 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 168 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: A private food walk? rank_in_category: 23 of 76 (Food & Tapas Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-02 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-private-food-tour-tapas-paella-8-food-tastings/ --- # Barcelona Private Food Tour: Tapas, Paella & 8+ Food Tastings **Guidekin's take:** Taste your way through Born and Barceloneta on a private tour for your party, with tapas, paella, cheeses, cured meats and pastries included. Expect a fair amount of walking; the menu can change, and dietary requirements need advance discussion. 4.96 from 168 reviews at €204 per person for 3h. **A private food walk?:** For your own party, book a private tapas and paella walk at €204 per person for 3h, rated 4.96 from 168 reviews; minimum two guests. Trade-off: Per person pricing, minimum two guests. (last checked September 15, 2026) In our comparison: #23 of 76 in Food & Tapas Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview On our Secret Food Tour: Barcelona, you'll enjoy a variety of the best authentic Spanish dishes on the secret streets of the areas of Born and Barceloneta. You'll try tapas, mouth-watering Paëlla, refreshing Sangria and wines, the best jamón, and much more. Don't forget our secret dish as well! At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Barcelona's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself! ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting spot is in the middle of a… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 10:00, 19:00: 2 departures a day **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €204 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 168 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Secret Food Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:00, 19:00 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-02 ## Reviews 4.96 from 168 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 167 of 168. - 5 stars: 164 (98%) - 4 stars: 3 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## What's included - Seasonal pastry or cake - Amazing Spanish cheeses - Our delicious Secret Dish - Catalonian pastry - Finest Ham and cured sausages - Mouth-watering Paëlla - Delicious Tapas ## Not included - Transportation - Gratuity ## Itinerary 1. **Welcome to our culinary journey, starting at Plaça de Ramon Berenguer el Gran** (45m) - Our guide will make introductions, setting the stage for an exciting exploration of Barcelona's rich culinary scene. 2. **Embark on a culinary adventure in the El Born neighborhood, beginning with th...** (45m) - Embark on a culinary adventure in the El Born neighborhood, beginning with the vibrant Mercat de Santa Caterina. This modern food market, known for its innovative architectural design, is a haven for food enthusiasts. Explore stalls brimming with fresh produce, meats, fish,... 3. **Our next stop takes us to La Barceloneta, a lively coastal neighborhood celeb...** (1h) - Our next stop takes us to La Barceloneta, a lively coastal neighborhood celebrated for its golden sandy beaches and maritime charm. Originally developed in the 18th century, La Barceloneta maintains its maritime heritage through narrow streets and colorful buildings... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 19:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-02 - 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 The meeting spot is in the middle of a square called "Plaça de Ramon Berenguer el Gran". Your guide will be waiting for you by the statue of the BIG HORSE, with an orange umbrella, and a big smile! 1 minute walking from Jaume 1 (L4) subway stop 5 minutes walking from Urquinaona (L1) subway stop Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:Ej5QbC4gZGUgUmFtb24gQmVyZW5ndWVyIGVsIEdyYW4sIENpdXRhdCBWZWxsYSwgQmFyY2Vsb25hLCBTcGFpbiIuKiwKFAoSCYVs2mz5oqQSEcl5t-3544hHEhQKEgnlMI5xFpikEhEKZkdPPfuwRA Ends: Barcelona tour ends in front of the sea, at the end of "Almiral Cervera" street. 400 meters from "Barceloneta" metro stop (Line 4 - yellow) ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances. - Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can. - This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €408 | €204 | | 4 | €716 | €179 | | 6 | €1014 | €169 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Food & Tapas Tours start at €18 per person. ## Compared with other Food & Tapas Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 76** | €204 | 3h | 4.96 (168) | private | | [Hidden Barcelona Tapas Tour with Wine Fun and Local Secrets](/spain/barcelona/tours/hidden-barcelona-tapas-tour-with-wine-fun-and-local-secrets/?format=md) | €74 | 3h | 4.97 (1277) | shared | | [Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria](/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-paella-cooking-class-with-market-visit-tapas-sangria/?format=md) | €90 | 3h | 4.96 (3226) | shared | | [Barcelona Side Streets Tapas Food & Wine Tour with Eating Europe](/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-side-streets-tapas-food-wine-tour-with-eating-europe/?format=md) | €95 | 3h 30m | 4.99 (438) | shared | Ranked #23 of 76 in Food & Tapas Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €18 to €425, median €90; typical length 3h. 19 of 76 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/food-tours-barcelona/?format=md ## More in Barcelona - All Barcelona tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-private-food-tour-tapas-paella-8-food-tastings/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md