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The 15 Best Tapas Tours and Tastings

326 tours  ·  from $17 a head

Too many bars, one week. The 15 below are the tours that earn their evening, priced, timed and honest about how much food actually turns up, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.

Montserrat Half-Day Tour with Tapas and Gourmet Wines - Seeing the monastery and Black Madonna
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Montserrat Half-Day Tour with Tapas and Gourmet Wines

1.Montserrat Half-Day Tour with Tapas and Gourmet Wines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,359 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $55Our pick

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat for a guided monastery visit, free time, and views of the serrated mountain. Depending on the option you book, continue to Oller del Mas or another small winery for vineyard time, three wines, seasonal tapas, and dessert. Guides such as Thais, Yerai, Vince, and Mayi bring Catalan history to life.

“Given the cold and intermittent rain, Carlos did a remarkable job of keeping the tour upbeat and organized, despite several persistent stragglers. He knows his job and his voice is clear and articulate. What could have been a disappointing day was quite enjoyable.”

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Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch - The cogwheel train up Montserrat
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Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

2.Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,290 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $81

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat by shared coach and cogwheel train, visit the Basilica with an English-speaking guide, then choose a castle-winery visit with three organic wines and tapas or a full lunch. Guides such as Thais, Toni, Mariana, and Lesly are praised for clear explanations and warm humor. The full day runs about 7 to 8 hours.

“This tour is in a big motor coach to a very touristy site. The drive to Montserrat is on a windy mountain road, and the bus driver was very safe. The guide was excellent. I really enjoyed all components of the trip. The only thing I don't like about Barcelona is the taxi drivers that rip you off.”

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Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience Small-Group Walking Tour - From croquetas to Mediterranean sardines
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Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience Small-Group Walking Tour

3.Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience Small-Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,804 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

Walk from Plaça Sant Jaume through the Gothic Quarter and El Born, stopping at four restaurants for a full meal of tapas, local products, wine, vermouth, and cava. Guides such as Dasha, Filipe, Berta, Miro, and Paulina add history and practical Barcelona tips. Choose midday or evening, with an optional flamenco show.

“Filipe was outstanding. He expertly combined the rich history of Barcelona with its culinary scene. Every stop offered delicious food and drinks, and his architectural narration was thorough. You can tell he has a true passion for culinary history. This was easily one of our favorite tours.”

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Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch - Four hours at Montserrat: basilica first, choices afterward
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Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch

4.Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,209 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Spend about nine and a half hours visiting Montserrat, its basilica, and the Black Madonna if selected, then continue to a historic Catalan winery for tapas or lunch and three ecological wines. Guides such as Laia, Azul, Elena, and Luca lead the English tour. Transport is shared, while guiding groups are limited to about 20.

“Easy and relaxing way to make trip out to Montserrat from Barcelona. Mariana was our guide. She made the trip so enjoyable with her fun personality and knowledge, particularly at the winery. We had a wonderful day. Tour was well organized and comfortable. Would highly recommend.”

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Barcelona: Montserrat and Winery Tour with Tapas or Lunch - Starting at Barcelona Nord
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Barcelona: Montserrat and Winery Tour with Tapas or Lunch

5.Montserrat and Winery Tour with Tapas or Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,695 reviews · from $61

Travel by air-conditioned bus and cogwheel train from Barcelona to Montserrat, with a guided abbey visit and free time for the Black Madonna, museum, or mountain paths. Extend the day to Oller del Mas, a family-run 10th-century winery, for three wines and either tapas or a multi-course Catalan lunch.

“Elena was outstanding. Such a beautiful place! The views were spectacular. The cheese excellent. The cogtrain was so smooth.”

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Barcelona: Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History - Four stops, several styles of Catalan food
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Barcelona: Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History

6.Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,261 reviews · 3 hours · from $78

Spend three hours eating and drinking through Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter on a small-group tour capped at 16 people. Your English-speaking guide leads you from Travel Bar near Las Ramblas to several tapas stops, with food, wine, vermouth, sangria, and stories about Catalan cuisine. Guides such as Andrew, Santiago, Ewan, and Juan Carlos are known for adding humor and local detail.

“This tour was lovely. So much food and wine mixed in with some history. We had a tour of eight people and we had such a laugh and became friends. Would definitely recommend this tour.”

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Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Walking Tour – Small Group Local Bars - Plaza del Ángel: Wine Behind the Bottles
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Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Walking Tour – Small Group Local Bars

7.Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Walking Tour – Small Group Local Bars

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,644 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $93

Walk Madrid’s Literary Quarter with a bilingual local guide such as Noemí, Carlos, or Juan Felipe. Visit up to four long-running bars, taste more than 10 tapas, and pair each stop with Spanish wine, beer, vermouth, or a soft drink. The three-hour tour ends near Plaza Mayor.

“You experienced local restaurants and bars that were mostly family owned and multi generational. Food and drinks were amazing and food allergies were addressed. Very small groups and loved our guide Noemi! It was an awesome experience in Madrid!!!”

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Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions - Meeting beneath the Setas
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Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions

8.Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,468 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Spend about three and a half hours walking central Seville with a local guide such as Alejandro, Pilar, Sasha, Jeff, or Stephanie. Visit neighborhood bars for tapas, four wines, and dishes such as chicharrones, carrillada, espinacas con garbanzos, meatballs, and pestiños. The small group is capped at 12 and tastings are enough for a meal.

“Really well organised and presented tour Good selection of food and wine in 4 different bars. Would definitely recommend”

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Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument - Starting in Valencia’s old lanes
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Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument

9.Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,234 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $96

Spend about four hours with an English-speaking guide such as Martha, Mimi, or Dani, seeing Valencia’s cathedral, Silk Exchange, plazas, and Central Market before a generous tapas, paella, dessert, and regional wine meal in a historic Old Town setting. Groups are limited to 12, and dietary needs can be noted when booking.

“VALENCIA is an amazing city and this tour was just as great. Martha was very knowledgeable and passionate about her city's history and heritage.”

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Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour - Learning the cider ritual at El Escarpín
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Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour

10.Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,664 reviews · 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Explore Madrid through four traditional taverns, nine tapas, and four drinks, from vermouth at Casa Labra to garlic shrimp at La Casa del Abuelo. Your English-speaking guide adds stories about the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and local eating customs. The tour lasts about three to three and a half hours and works best early in your Madrid stay.

“Great way to get an idea of the bars and culture in Madrid, Arantxa, our guide was amazing, great knowledge on the history and food, recommend to all ages, had a blast!”

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Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria - Cooking paella with a real role at every step
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Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

11.Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,531 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114

Start with a chef-led visit to La Boqueria, then return to GAB Lab near La Rambla for tapas, sangria, and hands-on paella. Guides including Maria, Hugo, Yaya, Bibi, and Mateo lead the class in English, with seafood, chicken, and vegetarian options.

“Amazing experience! The highlight of our Barcelona trip! Very accommodating of allergies (gluten) and food preferences.”

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Caminito del Rey & White Village Tour with Tapas from Málaga - Meeting outside María Zambrano station
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Caminito del Rey & White Village Tour with Tapas from Málaga

12.Caminito del Rey & White Village Tour with Tapas from Málaga

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,209 reviews · 10h 30m · from $73

Travel from Málaga to Álora for a guided old-town walk, Archaeological Museum visit, and tapas brunch with drinks. Then follow an official guide along the Caminito del Rey, including its dramatic bridge and cliffside walkways. Guides such as Anna, JJ, Carlos, Daphne, and Cristian are known for lively stories and careful support.

“Fantastic day. Anna was a super guide, lots of information. Plenty of time at each location.”

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Barcelona: Food Walking Tour with Tapas and Wine - Starting near Plaça de Correus and heading into El Born
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Barcelona: Food Walking Tour with Tapas and Wine

13.Food Walking Tour with Tapas and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,180 reviews · 2h 30m · from $100

Spend 150 minutes tasting nine tapas at four established Barcelona eateries while walking through El Born and the Gothic Quarter. Your English-speaking guide, such as Petra, Mariah, Sara, or Thami, explains Catalan food, Roman remains, and local customs. Expect croquettes, bravas, pimientos, paella, dessert, wine, cava, and vermouth. Vegetarian options are available, but vegan and gluten-free diets are not supported.

“Thami was a great guide, very knowledgeable about Barcelona and the food scene!”

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Madrid: Tapas & Wine Tasting Tour with Local Guide - Starting beside Federico García Lorca in Plaza de Santa Ana
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Madrid: Tapas & Wine Tasting Tour with Local Guide

14.Tapas & Wine Tasting Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,171 reviews · 3 hours · from $91

Join Gourmet Madrid for a three-hour walking tour through Las Letras and Madrid de los Austrias. Guides such as Carlos, Noemi, Rocio, and Eva lead you to four long-running bars for at least 12 tapas and one drink at each stop. Expect Spanish wine, beer, local stories, and enough food for lunch or dinner.

“Sylvia , our guide was excellent , the bars were all great , places we would not necessarily have visited the choices of wine and tapas were first class too”

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Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide - Iberian ham near Plaza Mayor
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Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide

15.Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,047 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $113

Walk from Plaza de San Miguel through La Latina, Plaza Mayor, Huertas, and the Literary Quarter with a local guide such as Agustin, Mario, Marina, or Rodrigo. Expect four tapas tastings with drinks, then a rooftop cava or cocktail on the 6:00 PM tour. The 11:30 AM option includes an extra tapa instead.

“Had a great time meeting new people, and finding places and learning about tapas and Madrid. Food and drinks were great. Marina was so friendly and a great guide. Would totally recommend!”

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