Barcelona Christmas Holiday Market Tour Santa Caterina & El Born

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Itinéraire

1. 1

   Step inside Mercat de Santa Caterina to kick off your culinary journey at a traditional market stall. Sample acorn-fed Jamón Ibérico, regional artisan cheeses, and freshly prepared pa amb tomàquet (crispy bread rubbed with tomato and olive oil) while learning about Spanish ham-grading traditions.

   Menu Options: Standard: Jamón Ibérico, aged artisan cheese, and pa amb tomàquet. Vegetarian: Selection of aged Catalan cheeses, marinated olives, and pa amb tomàquet.

   25 minutes•Entrée libre

2. 2

   Explore Spain’s celebrated culture of high-end preserved seafood and vegetables (conservas). Taste tender preserved artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and market-fresh pickles while discovering how local home cooks and chefs use gourmet canned goods to elevate daily Catalan cooking.

   Menu Options: Standard & Vegetarian: Gourmet platter of preserved artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, market pickles and olives.

   20 minutes•Entrée libre

3. 3

   Transition from the market into the historic streets of El Born to visit Sabor de Barrio, a cozy neighborhood eatery known for traditional slow-cooked dishes. Enjoy savory autumn flavors cooked according to time-honored regional recipes.

   Menu Options: Standard: Albondigas con sepia y setas (Traditional Catalan meatballs with cuttlefish and wild mushrooms). Vegetarian: Berenjena con miel y lima (Crispy eggplant drizzled with local honey and fresh lime).

   25 minutes•Entrée libre

4. 4

   Head to Euskal Etxea Taberna, a classic Basque tavern in the heart of the historic quarter. Choose gourmet pintxos from the counter and sip on Patxaran, a traditional sloeberry-infused digestif popular across northern Spain during the autumn months.

   Menu Options: Standard: Gourmet meat or seafood pintxo paired with a glass of Patxaran. Vegetarian: Handcrafted vegetarian pintxo paired with a glass of Patxaran.

   25 minutes•Entrée libre

5. 5

   Visit El Xampanyet, a legendary tiled bodega operating since 1929. Soak in the historic atmosphere while pairing iconic Catalan specialties with their famous house-brewed Xampanyet sparkling wine.

   Menu Options: Standard: Traditional braised snails (caracoles) served with house Xampanyet Cava. Vegetarian: Garbanzos con Samfaina (Braised chickpeas with Catalan sweet pepper and eggplant ratatouille) served with house Xampanyet Cava.

   35 minutes•Entrée libre

6. 6

   Conclude your tour at Brunells, a historic pastry shop dating back to 1852 that won the title of "Best Butter Croissant in Spain." Indulge in their famous signature pistachio croissant for a sweet bakery finish.

   Menu Options: Standard & Vegetarian: Award-winning signature Pistachio Croissant.

   20 minutes•Entrée libre

Point de rendez-vous

Location Description: Look for your guide near the benches in the center of the square. How to Get There: Take Metro Line L4 (Yellow Line) to the Jaume I station. From the station, walk 3 minutes up Via Laietana and turn right onto Carrer de Joan Capri.

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Prise en charge

• Rendez-vous au point de départ pour tous

À savoir avant de partir

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Annulation et remboursement

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.