- Visit to a ceramics workshop where you will discover the entire artisanal process, from clay to the final object.
Traditional crafts in Barcelona's hidden neighborhoods
Available all year round
Authentic Experiences
Monday to Friday
Barcelona
4 hours
Drinks and snacks included
Tour highlights
Discover the soul of the city through those who still create with their hands. Three workshops, three crafts, an experience you won't find in any guidebook.
1. Ceramics Workshop: Traditional Techniques and Manual Production
In this workshop, utilitarian and decorative ceramic pieces are made using traditional techniques such as coiling and the wheel.
They primarily produce bowls and everyday objects, as well as larger pieces for more conceptual projects.
The entire process is done by hand, from preparing the clay to firing, with special attention to surface textures. The focus is on formal simplicity, functionality, and respect for materials.
During the visit, each phase of production is explained, and finished pieces are displayed, combining ancient techniques with a contemporary aesthetic influenced by Japanese ceramics.
2. Glassblowing Demonstration: Technique, Color, and Experimentation
This workshop visit allows you to closely observe the glassblowing process, from preparing the material to creating final forms.
Both functional objects and artistic design pieces are made, with special attention to transparency, color gradients, and optical effects.
During the demonstration, you’ll learn how to control the temperature and fluidity of the glass to shape it, and how pigments and advanced color techniques learned in Central European workshops are incorporated.
Examples of experimental projects made with recycled materials such as mussel shells or wood-fired kiln ashes are also presented.
The space also functions as a testing lab, where prototypes are developed and the creative potential of glass is explored beyond its conventional uses.
3. Textile Studio: Natural Fibers and Traditional Techniques
This studio works with handwoven textiles made from plant fibers collected in the Canary Islands and transformed into wall pieces in Barcelona.
During the visit, the entire process is shown, from treating the dried plants to integrating them into low-warp looms.
Traditional techniques learned in countries such as India, Nepal, and Pakistan are explained, including methods like kilim, dhurries, and Tibetan knots.
The approach combines ancestral textile knowledge with a contemporary design vision focused on respect for materials, circularity, and connection with the environment.
Collaborative projects with other studios and local brands are also discussed, as well as the importance of cultural exchanges in the evolution of the craft.
The final pieces are characterized by their organic appearance, irregular textures, and strong connection to the origin of the materials.
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The other side of tourism in Barcelona
Barcelona is one of the most visited destinations in Europe, with millions of people every year visiting the same spots in the historic center.
This concentrated tourism model has had a strong impact on the city: rising rents, loss of local businesses, disappearance of traditional workshops, and saturation of the most well-known neighborhoods.
As visitor numbers rise, the space for authenticity shrinks. This tour was born as a response to that reality.
Instead of following crowded routes, it delves into peaceful neighborhoods where artisan workshops still survive, working with manual techniques, natural materials, and small-scale production.Supporting these initiatives is also a way to preserve the cultural and economic diversity of the city.
Meeting those who still work with their hands is a way to see Barcelona from within, without filters or showcases.
The Guide
Diego
Experiences Manager
Diego is passionate about gastronomy and the bar and tapas culture in Spain. With over 17 years of experience working in fine dining restaurants and 5-star hotels around the world, and after living in gastronomically vibrant cities such as San Sebastian, Madrid or London, Diego settled in Barcelona in 2016. From there, he continues to travel every month throughout Spain and Europe to stay updated on the latest culinary trends. In the city, he loves discovering those authentic local places where he can enjoy homemade flavors, chat with the waiter about life and feel at home.
F.A.Q.
The tour includes a guided visit to three artisan workshops specializing in ceramics, glassblowing, and weaving. It also includes private transportation if necessary and a complete day plan.
If you are unable to attend your tour reservation and you inform us at least 72 hours in advance, we will refund 80% of the amount. If you notify us less than 72 hours in advance, we will refund 50% of the amount, or we will do our best to try to find another date for the tour.
Yes, although it’s designed for an adult audience, it can also be interesting for young people aged 12 and up, provided they are interested in the tour content.
Discover a side of Barcelona not featured in guidebooks, where traditional crafts still take place.
What our customers say
Un tour de tapas increíble al 100% en Barcelona. Reservamos la experiencia del Tapas Tour con esta empresa, y no podría haber sido mejor. Nos llevaron a lugares lejos de las zonas turísticas abarrotadas, y todos los bares que visitamos eran muy especiales y auténticos. La calidad de las tapas nos sorprendió. Lo que más nos gustó fue el guía; terminamos siendo amigos y intercambiando números de teléfono. Muy recomendado. 100%
¡Ha sido un viaje fantástico! La pasión expresada por los colaboradores que has elegido ha sido increíble, ¡y eso genera una sensación general de placer durante todo el viaje! ¡GRACIAS!
Reservamos un tour privado de tapas y disfrutamos cada momento. Diego se ocupó excelentemente de nosotros, y tuvimos la oportunidad de probar tapas y vinos exquisitos. Fue tan fantástico que también programamos una visita a una bodega con ellos. Nos llevaron a una magnífica bodega donde tuvimos un tour memorable con una degustación guiada acompañada de un delicioso almuerzo solo para nosotros.
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