Where to Shop and Eat: 15 Farmers Market Tours in Spain

1.Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,150 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Meet at MYR Hotel Palau Vallier for a small-group class led by Sea Saffron hosts such as Daniel, Victor, Reyes, or Belen. Shop for ingredients at Central Market, cook paella step by step, and share tapas, wine, and lunch. Market entry depends on the day.

“Meaghan offered an informative , fun and upbeat experience for all. She provided historical in along the way in our trek to and through the Mercado Central and offered helpful input and guidance throughout the cooking class experience. She was attentive, informative, fun and not pushy or off-putting in any way. We had a group of 19 and she facilitated our connecting and enjoying the experience as a group. And, the vino y paella were delicious! Fantastic experience and highly recommend!”

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2.Paella Cooking Class with Central Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 721 reviews · 4 hours · from $82

Meet near Plaza de la Virgen, walk with your English-speaking guide through Central Market, then cook paella at your own station with a professional chef such as Daniel, Reyes, or Victor. The class includes tapas, several wines, dessert, and a shared meal. Evening and Sunday sessions skip the market.

“It was a wonderful activity both as a culinary experience and as a way to meet new people. The tapas and wine pairings offered during the event were excellent. The group dynamic was so good we ended up hanging out after the event. I did this activity with my husband and fully recommend it to anyone interested.”

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3.Ultimate Barcelona Food Tour with visit to a Local Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 507 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend three hours eating your way from Santa Caterina Market through Born to Barceloneta. Your English-speaking guide, possibly Alex, Mick, Hector, Nika, or another local expert, introduces you to cured meats, cheese, croissants, turrón, bombas, vermouth, cava, and seafood paella in a group of no more than nine.

“Vera is a wonderful tour guide, a wealth of knowledge. Great experience walking around tasting great food and learning about Barcelona.”

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4.Madrid Tapas & Paella Cooking Experience with Local Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 432 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114

Meet near Mercado de Antón Martín, shop for Spanish ingredients, then cook tapas, croquetas, patatas bravas, and paella in a small Huertas kitchen. Guides such as Andrea, Daniel, Danielle, and Arantxa lead the English class. Lunch, dessert, beer, wine, and recipes make this a tasty, practical introduction to Spanish cooking.

“Excellent experience! Danny was very informative and a great instructor! The food we made was delicious! Highly recommend!!”

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5.Morning Food Tour with Central Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 196 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Spend three hours with a local guide such as Jack, Fatine, Rita or Andrea, tasting Valencia’s favorite morning foods and drinks. Visit old shops and the Central Market, share an authentic esmorzaret, and finish with orxata. Expect generous portions, city history, and a small group of up to 10 people.

“Friendly, informative guide. Got to go to places we would not have known about otherwise. Really enjoyed it.”

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6.Gran Canaria: Puerto de Mogán Local Market Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 137 reviews · 6 hours · from $26Best value

Visit Puerto de Mogán with a guide, three hours of free time, and transport from southern Gran Canaria. Browse the Friday market, stroll the canals, eat beside the marina, or swim at the beach. Some departures add a one-way boat ride from Puerto Rico. Guides may speak English, Spanish, or German.

“The trip was fantastic, and the guide was great. Your being dropped off in the town for a few hours and it gave us plenty of time to explore and enjoy the area at our own pace.”

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7.Street Food & Sightseeing Tour with Local Market

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 84 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $53

Meet by Joan Miró’s mosaic outside Liceu metro station for a 2.5-hour food walk through La Boqueria, La Rambla, and parts of the Gothic Quarter. You’ll sample jamón, patatas bravas, cheese, pastries, paella, olives, and crema Catalan at local stops. Guides such as Vincent, Francisco, and Bea also share food tips and city stories.

“The food was amazing. Vincent was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of reccomendations !”

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8.Formentor with boat trip + local market

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 73 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $70

Spend about eight hours exploring northern Mallorca by air-conditioned coach and boat. Depending on the day and pickup area, visit Sineu or Alcudia market, stop at Mirador Es Colomer, relax at Formentor Beach, and sail to Port de Pollença. Hotel pickup, a guide, and the seasonal boat ride are included. Guides such as Sebastian and Antonio have led multilingual departures.

“An excellent way to see the north of the island if you are staying in Palma. The trip takes in Alcudia, Porta Pollensa and the beautiful Formentor. We were a little bit rushed and I would advise anyone with walking problems to think carefully about booking. My mother had difficulty keeping up with the walking from the bus to the resorts. Nevertheless, very good value for money - I would recommend this tour.”

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9.Tasty Barcelona Street Food Tour With Local Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Meet your English-speaking guide near La Boqueria for a 2.5-hour walk through Barcelona’s food stalls, Gothic lanes, Jewish Quarter, and Roman center. You’ll sample fried fish, jamón, bakery bites, pintxos, and cheesecake while guides such as Vincens, Vincenzo, and Sophia add local stories. Drinks cost extra, and dietary choices are limited.

“The tour had plenty of tastings and the pace was reasonable. I would recommend it to others. The tour guide was super informative and very accommodating.”

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10.A Coruña: Local Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 3 hours · from $115

Meet David at Pencil & Fork in A Coruña for coffee, then shop the local market for seafood and other seasonal ingredients. Return to the cozy kitchen with David and Ana to prepare a Galician lunch of mussels, scallops, squid, cockles, dessert, and local drinks. Small groups make this hands-on and social.

“This was hands down one of my favorite travel experiences ever. David is an incredible host who made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Visiting the local market with him was a highlight — he knows everyone and shared so much about Galician ingredients and traditions. Cooking together afterward was relaxed, fun, and delicious! Every dish was full of flavor and taught with care. My mom and I left full, happy, and inspired to cook these recipes at home.”

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11.Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $100

Join local guide Paula at 11 AM in Girona for a 2.5-hour walk through food shops, historic squares and Mercat del Lleó. You’ll taste jamón Ibérico, cheeses, wine, ratafia, xuixo, chocolate and other Catalan treats, with all food and drinks included. Groups are limited to 10, making this a relaxed way to see Girona and eat lunch.

“Paula was fantastic , the tour highlighted the history of girona and the stops were perfect , excellent value ! Highly recommend !”

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12.Alicante: Bullring and Central Market Gastronomic Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $65

Spend 2.5 hours with a private guide at Alicante’s bullring and Central Market. See the arena, chapel, bull pens, art, and restricted areas, then walk 10 minutes to the market for two tapas and a drink. Guides have included Veronica and Joel, with tours offered in several languages.

“Merci à Veronica de nous avoir fait découvrir les arènes et le marché. Elle prend le temps de tout expliquer, alors n'hésitez pas, allez y. lorsque vous arrivez, présentez vous à l'accueil des arènes.”

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13.Barcelona Street Food Tour with Local Market & City Center Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Spend 2.5 hours tasting jamón, cheese, fried fish, pinchos, patatas bravas, and Catalan sweets while walking from La Boqueria through Las Ramblas and the Gothic Quarter. An English-speaking guide, including guides such as Francisco or Pep, leads a small group of up to 15 people. Vegetarian food is possible with advance notice, but vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets cannot be accommodated.

“Excellent! The was an amazing story teller. Loved how she wove her life into information about city & the delicious samples of food on the tour. Highly recommended!”

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14.Local Market & Street Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $50

Meet your English-speaking guide, often Vincent or Vincenzo, by Miró’s mosaic outside Liceu metro station. Over 2.5 hours, taste jamón, cheese, pinchos, pastries, paella, tapas, and seasonal treats while visiting La Boqueria, La Rambla, Plaça Sant Agustí, and the Gothic Quarter. Expect a walking tour with plenty of small bites, not a full meal.

“Selection was great. Only would increase portion sizes slightly. Not a ton of food.”

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15.Alicante: Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $82

Meet Rebecca or another English-speaking guide at Alicante’s Central Market for a food-filled morning or afternoon. You’ll sample cured ham, olives, fruit, and other local products, then walk to two tapas bars for two drinks and enough shared and individual dishes to make a full lunch. The group is limited to 10 people.

“Veldig fin tur med god guide. Hun tok oss til fine steder, og hadde mye kunnskap om lokale produkter.”

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