Catalonia · LUNCH EXPERIENCES

The 15 Lunch Experiences in Barcelona Travellers Rate Highest

25 tours  ·  from $35 a head

The popular lunch experiences fill up first in summer. Below are the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch - Choosing between winery, lunch, tapas, or more Montserrat
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Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

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

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

Leave Barcelona by air-conditioned bus for Montserrat, where an English-speaking guide leads a monastery visit and you ride the cogwheel train up the mountain. Choose extra time at Montserrat or continue to a family-run winery for three wine tastings with tapas or a multi-course lunch. Guides vary, with past tours led by Thais, Vince, Mariana, Toni, and others.

“We had such a good time on this trip. Thais was an amazing tour guide who was very knowledgeable and friendly. We would highly recommend this trip. It was nice to get out of Barcelona for the day.”

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Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch - The optional extras change the pace
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Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch

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

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

Leave Barcelona by air-conditioned coach for Montserrat, where an English-speaking guide introduces the monastery before you explore at your own pace. Depending on your selected option, you can add Black Madonna entry or the cogwheel train. Then visit a family-owned winery in a 10th-century castle for tapas or a meal and a three-wine tasting. Guides vary by departure.

“This is a fantastic tour! Keep in mind that you’ll be going up and down a mountain by bus, but the views are absolutely breathtaking. Monserrate is stunning, especially the church—I loved every part of it and can’t wait to go back. The winery was fabulous, and the wine and tapas were delicious. Our tour guide, Yerai, was wonderful—knowledgeable, friendly, and full of interesting information. If you want to spend a relaxing and unforgettable day, this is the tour for you!”

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Barcelona: Montserrat and Winery Tour with Tapas or Lunch - Make the most of 1.5 hours at the abbey
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Barcelona: Montserrat and Winery Tour with Tapas or Lunch

3.Montserrat and Winery Tour with Tapas or Lunch

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

Ride the cogwheel train into Montserrat, tour its 11th-century abbey with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, then choose free time or a full-day visit to Oller del Mas winery. Full-day options add three local wines and either tapas or a multi-course lunch. Guides such as Vince, Thais, Elena, and Xavi have helped make the day memorable.

“Amazing guide and day trip from Barcelona, but i would recommend it a bit longer to have the option to go up with the funicular at Sant Juan. Our guide Alejandro gave us plenty of info about the objectives, great!”

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Barcelona: Costa Brava Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump & Lunch - Getting Ready for the Sea
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Barcelona: Costa Brava Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump & Lunch

4.Costa Brava Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,391 reviews · 8 hours · from $100

Leave Barcelona by private bus for a guided Costa Brava kayak and snorkel outing, with time to explore coves, caves and rocky reefs. The 8-hour day includes equipment, injury insurance and a ham-and-cheese sandwich lunch. Cliff jumps are offered at modest heights, and guides such as Sergio, Rene and Marc have earned praise for their patience and safety advice.

“Rene was much more than a guide--what a fabulous background he has! And he took great pictures of us kayaking and leaping off cliffs, so there's no need to risk your own phone or camera on the water. Highly recommended. Mark”

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Montserrat Lunch & Wine at Farmhouse Small Group from Barcelona - A monastery high in the mountain
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Montserrat Lunch & Wine at Farmhouse Small Group from Barcelona

5.Montserrat Lunch & Wine at Farmhouse Small Group from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,368 reviews · from $95

Leave Barcelona with a bilingual guide and a group capped at 12 for Montserrat’s Benedictine monastery, mountain views, and free time. Then sit down to a Catalan farmhouse lunch with drinks and dessert. The Black Madonna visit is an optional upgrade, so check that choice when booking.

“We had a great experience and the guide made it for a memorable day. Each part of our tour built to a great finished……5 star experience.”

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Barcelona: Montserrat Visit & Lunch at Farmhouse Small Group - A guided visit to the Abbey
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Barcelona: Montserrat Visit & Lunch at Farmhouse Small Group

6.Montserrat Visit & Lunch at Farmhouse Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,313 reviews · from $110

Travel by minibus from Barcelona to Montserrat for a guided Abbey visit and free time near the mountain’s striking rock spires. Then sit down to a three-course farmhouse lunch with drinks, including vegetarian and halal options. Guides speak English and Spanish, with Chinese available when minimum numbers are met. The Black Madonna visit is an optional upgrade.

“The entire experience as a whole and our guide Parko.”

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Montserrat Full Day Tour with Farmhouse Lunch and Winery Visit - A farmhouse lunch in the Bages wine region
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Montserrat Full Day Tour with Farmhouse Lunch and Winery Visit

7.Montserrat Full Day Tour with Farmhouse Lunch and Winery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,068 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $131

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat with a guide, explore the monastery and mountain paths, then ride the cogwheel train down. The day continues at a family winery in Bages for a farmhouse lunch, vineyard visit, and wine tasting. Groups are capped at 16, with guides such as Oriol, Francesco, and Brian leading departures.

“This was a great day. The first half was at the monastery in the mountains, and the experience and the views were amazing. The second half was at a family winery where the tour was very interesting and the wine and food were great. Our tour guide Xavier made a very positive impact on everything. He was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor.”

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Montserrat & Winery Visit Tour with Traditional Farmhouse Lunch - A farmhouse lunch among Penedès vines
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Montserrat & Winery Visit Tour with Traditional Farmhouse Lunch

8.Montserrat & Winery Visit Tour with Traditional Farmhouse Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,035 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $151

Leave central Barcelona at 8:15 am in a small group of up to 16, with an English-speaking guide. Explore Montserrat for about three hours, then head to Penedès for a seasonal farmhouse lunch and a family-winery visit, cellar tour and tasting of four wines. Basilica entry and the cable car cost extra.

“Great guide with lots of info with Riamorte. Views were amazing too! Wine taste location was an excellent place as well!”

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From Barcelona: Costa Brava Day Tour with Lunch - A Costa Brava cove for swimming or doing nothing
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From Barcelona: Costa Brava Day Tour with Lunch

9.Costa Brava Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 945 reviews · 10 hours · from $135

Spend 10 hours exploring the Costa Brava by air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking guide. Swim or relax at a secluded cove, visit Blanes’ botanical gardens, enjoy a traditional Catalan lunch, then walk Tossa de Mar’s old streets to its lighthouse. Guides vary by departure; names on recent tours include Pablo, Marta, Carme, and Alex.

“Pablo guided us through the highlights of our 10-hour tour with a truly special vibe — sharing cultural, historical, and geographical insights perfectly balanced and well-paced. The itinerary, the lunch, the atmosphere, the smiles, and the great music along the way made this an unforgettable experience for me! Thank you, Pablo, and bravo Explore Catalunya!”

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Cambrils: Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and BBQ Lunch Option - The coastal sail and the anchor stop
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Cambrils: Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and BBQ Lunch Option

10.Cambrils: Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and BBQ Lunch Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 935 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $35

Sail from Cambrils along the Catalan coast on a 2 to 3-hour catamaran cruise, with an assigned Balinese bed, onboard drinks and snacks, and a BBQ lunch option. After roughly 45 minutes to an hour at sea, the crew anchors for swimming and snorkeling near Cap Salou or La Pineda, depending on conditions and wind.

“was really nice thing to do you have a lounger to yourself cruise up the coast have drinks and food anchor up off the coast get to swim and jump off the boat then cruise back the only slightly disappointing thing was that they didn't set sail so we went there and on the boats engine other then that would recommend”

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Costa Brava Kayaking and Snorkeling Small Group Tour with Lunch - Paddling below the Camino de Ronda
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Costa Brava Kayaking and Snorkeling Small Group Tour with Lunch

11.Costa Brava Kayaking and Snorkeling Small Group Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 778 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $102

Leave Barcelona by air-conditioned van for S’Agaró, then kayak beneath the Camino de Ronda and snorkel among the coves and cliffs of Costa Brava. A certified sea-kayak instructor leads the 2.5-to-3-hour outing; lunch and equipment are included. Guides such as Henry, JB, Marc, Mateo, and Rene have led trips, though your guide may vary.

“This was an awesome way to see Costa Brava and jump off a cliff for the first time in my life! Super recommend, even though the sea was rough and I got sea-sick. ( bring Dramamine if you tend towards sea-sickness.)”

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Barcelona: Montserrat with Winery, Lunch, and Train Options - The drive from Barcelona to Montserrat
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Barcelona: Montserrat with Winery, Lunch, and Train Options

12.Montserrat with Winery, Lunch, and Train Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 525 reviews · 5 - 9 hours · from $63

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, then choose more time at the monastery or a day that adds the cogwheel train and Oller del Mas winery. Options include a Catalan meal or tapas and wine tasting inside a 10th-century castle. Guides such as Laia, Xavi, and Elena are part of the rotating team.

“It was amazing! The best way to spend a day. Our tour guide Azul was very knowledgeable and sweet. The other guides on the tour were also very nice and professional. I highly recommend booking this tour.”

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Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch - Blanes, Sant Joan, and a Catalan lunch
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Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch

13.Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 520 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Leave Barcelona with an English-speaking guide and a group capped at 16 for a full day on the Costa Brava. Choose beach time or Marimurtra Botanical Gardens, enjoy a three-course local lunch with a drink, then explore Tossa de Mar’s medieval lanes and coastal views. Bring a swimsuit and towel if you plan to swim.

“Xavi was a great guide and answered every question asked. He was so so polite and went above and beyond to make the experience awesome!The beaches are great but need a towel. Tossa Del Mar had more than just the beach like the Castle and the old town shopping.”

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Costa Brava: Kayak, Snorkel, Photos, Lunch, Beach & Cliff Jump! - Three hours among caves, coves, and clear water
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Costa Brava: Kayak, Snorkel, Photos, Lunch, Beach & Cliff Jump!

14.Costa Brava: Kayak, Snorkel, Photos, Lunch, Beach & Cliff Jump!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 508 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $72

Ride in air-conditioned transport from Barcelona to the Costa Brava for a small-group kayak and snorkel outing among coves and sea caves. Guides such as Tim, Ola, and Nico give a safety briefing, lead the three-hour water trip, and take photos. Lunch, equipment, and about three hours of beach and town time are included.

“Tim made this trip so much fun He engaged all the guests and made the trip a wonderful experience The views from kayaking to snorkeling g were amazing”

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Tot Montserrat: Transport, Museum Tickets, and Lunch - Getting from Barcelona to the mountain
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Tot Montserrat: Transport, Museum Tickets, and Lunch

15.Tot Montserrat: Transport, Museum Tickets, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 433 reviews · from $79

Travel independently from Barcelona to Montserrat with metro and return train tickets, then choose the rack railway or cable car for the ascent. Your pass also covers the Museu de Montserrat, an audiovisual gallery, lunch, and unlimited Santa Cova funicular rides. The monastery, mountain paths, and views are yours to explore at your own pace.

“The cathedral is breathtaking, so is the Madonna. The meal was unexpectedly good. Big choice, delicious dishes. The scenery was really pretty. The opening hours of the funiculars were a bit tight, so we could not climb all hills beacuse we did not want to climb down the hill on foot.”

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