This small-group walking food tour combines iconic tastings with cultural highlights — the perfect introduction to the city.
Meet your guide at Jaume I metro station and step straight into El Born. Your first stop is a local restaurant, where you’ll try patatas bravas and pan con tomate, classic dishes loved by locals.
Continue deeper into the vibrant streets of El Born, where you’ll taste pinxtos and melt-in-your-mouth La Bomba of Barcelona, two essentials of Spanish food culture.
The tour finishes sweetly in a local café with Spanish Desert and a refreshing glass of vermouth, the city’s favorite aperitivo drink. Finally, you’ll end at the lively Area of El Born, perfectly placed to continue exploring on your own.
This is more than just a food tour, it’s a short but delicious way to connect with Barcelona like a local.
Perfect for foodies, first-time visitors, and curious travellers looking for a deeper connection with the city.
Gather at a central meeting point at Jaume 1 Metro Station, where your local expert will greet you and introduce the tour.
Stroll through the atmospheric alleys of the El Born, learning about the area’s medieval history and hidden gems.
Visit a cozy, family-run pintxo bar for your first round of handcrafted bites
Continue into El Born, a bohemian district full of character. Your guide will share stories about its artistic roots and cultural evolution.
End the tour at a lively neighborhood bodega with a unique sweet-savory pairing and your final drink.
Your guide will offer insider tips for the rest of your stay and directions back or onward suggestions.
In front of Jaume 1 Metro Station, located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter. Your guide will be holding a small sign with the tour name.
We run this tour at multiple times, please check the booking email – please arrive 10 minutes early.
This is a walking tour. Transportation is not included, and hotel pick-up/drop-off is not provided.
The tour involves moderate walking over cobblestone streets. Comfortable shoes recommended.
TRIPADVISOR
“I took a tour with Jennifer (Pinxto Tour) this was really fun. You get to see the city, visit local places and EAT! I hadn’t even heard of a Pintxo before which was a pleasant surprise! Thank you and good luck with your studies Jennifer!”
TRIPADVISOR
“Jen was a wonderful, competent and really sweet tour guide! We learned really interesting facts about the city, the art and the artists behind it – things you would otherwise not have known. Recommend 100%!”
GOOGLE-REVIEWS
“Omg! One of the best tours I’be ever had! Amazing!!!!!!!!!! Highly recommended! When you are visiting Barcelona, this is a must!”
GOOGLE-REVIEWS
“Jen was an absolutely amazing Tour guide. The trip exceeded expectations and it was such a great experience. L, Kennedy. ”
TRIPADVISOR
“Jen was such a great guide! The tour was really fun and I learned a lot! Highly reccomend it!”
Are you ready to eat your way through Barcelona?
The tour lasts about 2 hours, making it a perfect activity to fit into your day of exploring the city.
The Meeting point is: n front of Jaume 1 Metro Station, located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter. Look for a guide holding a green “SIDE ROUTES” flag.
Groups are small, with up to 15 guests per tour
Absolutely—the tour is described as budget-friendly yet filling, offering more than many pricier alternatives.
Yes — your included drink is typically classic Spanish vermut, sometimes wine or local beer.
Vegetarian options are limited (as jamón ibérico and churros with vermouth are included). Please let us know in advance so we can do our best to accommodate.
