The best tapas route in Barcelona
Barcelona is a city to be savoured. And few things are as enjoyable as wandering its streets with a happy stomach and an adventurous palate.
Today we suggest a tapas route through Barcelona that is not only gastronomic, but also emotional, a tour of the restaurants of the La Alcoba group, charming places where every bite tells a story.
The tour of the best tapas
in Barcelona
The tour from the Gothic Quarter to the Eixample, tapa by tapa
This tapas route in Barcelona is designed to be done on foot, without rushing. We recommend starting in the Gothic Quarter, where four of our Alcoba restaurants are just a few metres apart, and ending in the Eixample, with a final stop on Rambla Catalunya. The perfect plan for an afternoon or evening of tapas with friends, as a couple or even on your own, if you’re looking to treat yourself.
What to see in Barcelona’s
Gothic Quarter?
The Gothic Quarter has a lot to offer, besides the best tapas in Barcelona. To make the most of your stops, we recommend taking a break to see all of this.
Jewish Quarter – El Call
La Alcoba Azul, La Alcobita and El Bandoler are located in Barcelona’s historic Jewish quarter, known as El Call, within the Gothic Quarter. A place steeped in medieval history.
Barcelona Cathedral
A majestic 13th-century Gothic cathedral. Don’t miss its cloister with the 13 geese symbolising the age of Saint Eulalia, patron saint of Barcelona.
Basilica of Santa Maria del Pi
A beautiful 14th-century Catalan Gothic church, famous for its imposing rose window and its square with charming terraces.
5. La Alcoba Azul
on Rambla de Cataluña
5th stop on the Barcelona tapas route
The perfect end to your tour. To get to La Alcoba Azul on Rambla from Barcino, you have two options: take metro line 4 (yellow) and be there in 20 minutes, or enjoy a 30-minute walk through the heart of Barcelona, working up an appetite for a delicious cocktail.
What to see near Barcelona’s
Rambla de Cataluña?
La Pedrera – Casa Milà
Antoni Gaudí’s masterpiece, declared a World Heritage Site. Its undulating roof and sculptural chimneys are icons of Barcelona.
Casa Batlló
Gaudí’s ‘House of Bones’, with its dragon-scale façade and interior full of organic shapes and vibrant colours.
Coliseum Theatre
Historic theatre hosting the best Broadway musicals and large-scale shows in the heart of Barcelona’s Gran Vía.
Much more than the best tapas in Barcelona
Tips for getting the most out of your experience
Take
your time
Take your time on the route; ideally, you should enjoy it over a whole afternoon or evening. Barcelona is best savoured slowly.
Perfect
pairing
Pair each tapa with wine, vermouth or craft beer.
Our waiters will recommend the ideal pairing.
Share
and try
If you’re in a group, order several tapas to share and try more. The experience is multiplied when you share.
Repeat what
you like
And if you really like something… repeat!
There are no rules when it comes to tapas, just the pleasure of enjoying them.
