
Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 80 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour worth booking?
Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour is a 4-hour experience in Barcelona, Spain, from $31 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 80 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (80)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $31 per person
Indulge in the true flavors of Barcelona on this 4-hour food market and tapas-tasting tour. Explore two of the city’s most iconic food markets, La Boqueria and Santa Caterina, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphe
What you get
- Professional local guide
- Alcoholic beverages
- Visit of Boqueria and Santa Caterina Markets
- Small Group tour of max 12 people to ensure a personalised experience
- Lunch
- Old Town Walking Tour
About this experience
Indulge in the true flavors of Barcelona on this 4-hour food market and tapas-tasting tour. Explore two of the city’s most iconic food markets, La Boqueria and Santa Caterina, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as you discover fresh local produce, artisanal treats, and authentic Spanish ingredients. Stroll through colorful stalls overflowing with seasonal delights to freshly cured meats and exquisite cheeses. Along the way, your expert guide will share fascinating insights into Barcelona's rich culinary heritage. Once you've worked up an appetite, sit down and enjoy a selection of tapas paired with a refreshing glass of wine at a couple of charming local eateries. This tour is a must-do for food lovers and anyone eager to experience the authentic tastes of Barcelona.
What's included
Included
- Professional local guide
- Alcoholic beverages
- Visit of Boqueria and Santa Caterina Markets
- Small Group tour of max 12 people to ensure a personalised experience
- Lunch
- Old Town Walking Tour
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food or beverages other than specified
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
What you'll see and do
Las Ramblas
Meet your guide at 12h00 PM at Plaça Reial, to start this tour by taking a walk on the famous Ramblas, to head to the first stop of this tour.
Pass by without stopping
Mercat de la Boqueria
This tour will take you first to La Boqueria, situated on the famous Rambla, an open market and a benchmark of Barcelona. The market offers a great variety of fresh products of good quality. On this market, you can feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through his colorful and exuberant posts, or learn where the worldwide famous Iberian cured ham comes from. Further on, you will make your first stop for tapas. Your guide will be the perfect person to take you to authentic places, known by the locals. You will get the chance to taste pintxos, the small snacks that are originally from the northern regions of Spain.
120 minutes here
Mercado de Santa Caterina
This tour will continue with a visit to the Santa Caterina market, known for its colorful and wavy roof. Listen to this market’s history, built on the ruins of a an ancient convent. Last stop will be a restaurant, with typical Spanish and Catalan meat dishes and drinks. Enjoy!
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Barcelona
Close to the fountain, look for your guide, wearing the "In Out Barcelona Tours" badge
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Close to the fountain, look for your guide, wearing the "In Out Barcelona Tours" badge
Options you can book
Private Tour
Private Tour only for you and your group.
Small group tour in ENGLISH
Small group tour in SPANISH
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- In Out Barcelona Tours
Know before you go
- 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 years old can join the tour free of charge, children between 3 and 8 are entitled of 30% off.
- If you have any food allergy or dietary restrictions, please let us know once you book the tour.
- Vegetarians and gluten free menu options are available upon request.
Photos






What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 80 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
80 verified traveler reviews for Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Best Barcelona Guide!
Stephanie was a wealth of information! Kind, helpful, organized and fun! We learned more from her than any other guide from other tours. Very knowledgeable of the area and has a nice connection with the locals. Great history knowledge but not overwhelming. She wanted to be sure we had a good experience. She went out of her way to show us more than required. Great experience!!
via Tripadvisor
Gothic Quarter overview
We had an amazing experience and our guide Stephanie went out of her way to ensure we had a great time. Would certainly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Authentic Spanish Market
This is a an authentic spanish market. We went yo others as well but mostly touristy
via Tripadvisor
Food and culture of Barcelona
My partner and I had a wonderful time on our food and culture tour with Montse! She is full of knowledge, polite, and fun. We had the chance to try food at different markets and learn about the city as we walked around. Having Montse’s insight was so helpful as she knew the best places to go. It was clear she has developed good relationships with the vendors. Her background in art and history were evident as she shared about Barcelona. Come hungry and with an open mind as there is plenty to eat and drink and a lot to learn! We definitely recommend this tour and it is even better if you end up with Montse as your guide.
via Tripadvisor
The Full Montse! A Genuine Catalan Tour
Montse was amazing. She spent so much time with us and took us explaining her Catalan culture and we visited her favorite places. We were stuffed with both food, drink and knowledge by the end of the almost 4 hours!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $31 to $240
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 28
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Barcelona.
How much does Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour cost?
+
Prices start at $31 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Barcelona usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour take?
+
Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Barcelona is not rushed.
Is Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 80 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Barcelona, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour?
+
Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour suitable for kids and families?
+
The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour?
+
Around 28 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Barcelona can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Barcelona and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Barcelona within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Barcelona?
+
Barcelona's Gaudí sites are capacity-limited and the official timed tickets go first, so most of the market is resellers with a guide attached. We weight those heavily on whether the guide is an architecture specialist. Beyond Gaudí, the tapas crawls in Gràcia and the Montserrat day trips carry the highest rankings in the city. On Outty we rank every Barcelona experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Gràcia Tapas and Vermouth Crawl, Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona, Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, Cliff Jump & lunch Small Group. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
+
May, June, September and October. Sagrada Família light is best mid-morning. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Barcelona?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Boqueria & St Caterina Markets with Food & Tapas Small Group Tour.
Pick your date






