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Sample local delicacies at La Boquería, explore the medieval Mercat del Born and Santa Caterina Market, and learn about the strange Catalonian tradition of Caganer on a 2-hour guided walking tour of Barcelona's covered markets.
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Visit Barcelona’s best-covered markets to learn their traditions and secrets on a 2-hour guided walking tour.
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Experience the sights and smells of La Boquería, Barcelona's oldest market, and sample olives and uncover a former market in the Born neighborhood.
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Learn about the caganer, an odd Catalonian tradition that’s famous worldwide.
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Catch glimpses of the remains of a medieval convent under a thriving modern market.
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Fun Fact: In 2017, La Boquería won CNN's title of "Best fresh market in the world," beating the Tsukiji Fish Market of Tokyo and the Union Square Farmer's Market of New York.
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Guided tour of Barcelona's markets
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Olives tasting at La Boquería
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Turrón tasting at La Boquería
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Gratuities
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Hotel transfers
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Audio guide
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Sample Catalan Culinary Delights at La Boquería
Begin your day tour at the Boqueria Market, rated as one of the top food markets in the world. Be amazed at the sheer variety of freshly prepared food available here. Led by a local guide, stroll through the patterned walkways and learn about Catalan food traditions and indulge in local olives. Exiting the market, find yourself at the scenic Ramblas promenade. A former market, famous for its flower sellers, it is a wonderful place to soak up the ambiance and snap a few photos.
Learn about the History & Traditions of Catalonia
Step back in time at the Gothic Quarter and walk through its charming streets, full of antique stores and even an occasional antique market. Continue to the bustling Santa Caterina Market, the first covered market in Barcelona, with its undulating, brightly colored roof. Before the final stop, visit a local caganer shop and discover the story of one of Catalonia’s strangest traditions. Marvel at the monumental church of Santa Maria del Mar, and hear intriguing tales of La Ribera neighborhood sailors.
Conclude your day tour at the sprawling Market of Born. Built as a market, this striking steel and glass structure now houses the remains of the Born neighborhood dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries.
Itinerary
Mercat de la Boqueria | Flower markets of Las Ramblas | Mercat de Santa Caterina | Caganer | Santa Maria del Mar | Former market of El Born
Important Information
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This tour is pram/stroller and wheelchair accessible.
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Guide dogs are allowed on this tour.
Timings
- Tue, Wed, Fri, and Sat: 10am
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide in front of Dunkin Espana.
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Address: Rambla de Sant Josep, 89, 08002 Barcelona, Spain.
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Landmark: La Boquería Market's entrance.
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Your guide will be holding a sign that says “ExperienceFirst".
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Getting There
By Bus
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The closest bus stop is La Rambla - La Boqueria. It is a quick 1-min walk to the meeting point.
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Board buses 59 or V13 to get you there.
By Metro
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The closest metro station is Liceu. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.
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Board metro line L3 to get you there.
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