Palma turns food into a plan you can follow. This self-guided tapas and wine tour sends you to five excellent eateries in Palma de Mallorca, with short walks between spots and Old Town sights along the way. I like the way it lets you move at your own speed while still keeping you on track, and I especially like that each stop includes two tapas choices so you can pick the one you’re craving.

One thing to think about: since it’s self-guided, you’ll need to use your phone for directions and keep track of the QR code at each restaurant.

Key highlights you’ll care about

• Five stops in one evening: one tasting at each of five eateries with minimal walking
• Choose-from-two tapas at every venue, plus the right drink for your mood
• Old Town walking route with passes by Plaça Major and Plaça de la Reina
• Flexible finish time: once you start, you have until 10:00 PM to wrap up
• Support on WhatsApp, and pre-tour help has been reported from Jordi at Gastrowalk

How the self-guided Palma tapas-and-wine walk really works

This tour is designed for the first night in Palma—or any evening when you want a delicious route without the hassle of booking tables one by one. You’ll pick a starting time (check availability), then head to the first restaurant. After that, you’re on your own, but not totally “lost.” The route keeps you moving through Palma’s center with comfortable walking distances between stops, and you spend real time sitting down, not sprinting for a stamp.

Here’s the rhythm I like: each restaurant tasting block is long enough to settle in, order your selection, and actually enjoy your drink. In other words, it doesn’t feel like a cafeteria line in disguise. You get a QR code from GetYourGuide that you show at each restaurant to unlock your included tapas and beverage.

And yes, it’s a walking tour—but the walking is the fun part. You pass major squares and classic streets while you work your way from one contemporary tapas stop to the next.

Price and value: what $63 buys you in real terms

At about $63 per person, you’re paying for 5 tapas and 5 drinks as part of a structured evening. That’s the key value point. A lot of food tours sell “access” and then you still pay for what you eat and drink. Here, your basic tastings are included up front.

You’ll also get something that’s hard to price: a ready-made plan. If you tried to copy this on your own, you’d spend time figuring out where to go, what to order, and whether each place can handle group seating. This tour reduces that friction.

Included items:

• 5 tapas (one tapa selection at each of the five eateries; you choose from two options)
• 5 beverages (local wine, homemade sangria, beer, water, soft drink, or coffee)

The tour has a solid track record too, with a 4.5 rating from 371 reviews, so you’re not rolling the dice blindly.

Timing rules that make the evening stress-free

Your biggest timing advantage is the finish-by deadline of 10:00 PM once you start. That means you’re not trapped in a tight schedule where one slow drink ruins the rest.

A practical way to use that flexibility:

• Start at a time when you still have energy to walk.
• At each stop, eat at a comfortable pace.
• If you spot something cool on the route, you can usually slow down and still finish in time.

Between restaurants, the walks are short—roughly around five minutes in the plan—so your evening stays mostly centered, and you’re not stuck hauling yourself across long distances.

Stop 1: Fervor Palma Restaurante & Bar (your QR code moment)

You’ll begin at Fervor Palma Restaurante & Bar. When you arrive, tell the waiter you’re participating in the tapas tour and show your QR code. That’s your “ticket” for the included tasting and drink.

This first stop matters because it sets expectations. You’ll pick one tapa from the two tapas options offered there, and you’ll choose a beverage too (wine, sangria, beer, water, soft drink, or coffee). If you want a smoother start, decide your drink preference ahead of time. It cuts down on back-and-forth when you’re hungry and ready to order.

Also, Fervor is your warm-up. Once you’ve tasted your first tapas and grabbed a drink, the rest of the tour feels like a relaxed food crawl through Palma rather than a rigid sequence.

Stop 2: Casa s’Oli (formerly Bar s’Oli 13) and the second tasting

After your first seating, you move on foot—short walk, no drama—to Casa s’Oli (it used to be known as Bar s’Oli 13). Here again, you’ll get a tasting with two tapas choices, and you’ll select one.

What I like about having a second stop so soon: it turns “one good meal” into “a pattern.” You can compare flavors and styles across places. It also helps if the first place surprises you—in a good way or a not-so-good way—you’re already in motion.

One small consideration: since each venue offers two tapas options, you don’t get the full menu buffet. That’s part of the structure (you’re eating five times), but if you’re someone who likes tasting wide variety at once, you may wish there were more choices per stop. A few people suggested adding an extra option or more variety overall.

Stop 3: the short walk through old streets (Plaça Major and Plaça de la Reina)

Between tastings, the route gives you a built-in sightseeing loop. You’ll pass by places like Plaça Major and Plaça de la Reina, which is a smart pairing with tapas because you’re not just eating—you’re also getting oriented.

This is one of the practical wins of walking tours like this. You cover real ground on foot, so you get your bearings fast. If you’re new to Palma, that matters. You’ll start noticing landmarks and streets you’ll want to revisit later on your trip.

Stop 4: Bodega Mayor for your middle-course moment

Your next stop is Bodega Mayor. By now, you’ll probably have settled into the rhythm: arrive, show the QR code, pick your tapas, choose your beverage, and then slow down enough to enjoy it.

The middle stop is often where self-guided tours either work well or feel tiring. Here, because the walks are short and the tastings are given time, it usually feels like a planned evening rather than a stamina test.

Drink tip: if you’re drinking wine or sangria at multiple stops, consider alternating. You can swap to beer, water, soft drinks, or coffee if you want to keep the pace comfortable. Coffee especially works if you want a reset without going totally non-alcoholic for the whole tour.

Stop 5: Bocalto Palma and keeping it moving

Next comes Bocalto Palma, where you’ll stop for another included tapas tasting and beverage. The tour’s design keeps locations within comfortable walking distance, which helps Bocalto feel like a natural next chapter, not a far-off detour.

This is also where I’d encourage you to pay attention to service speed. One review noted that food and drinks can arrive quickly at each restaurant. If that happens, you’ll want to slow down a bit yourself so you don’t finish too fast and end up waiting. The upside is that you still have until 10:00 PM to finish, so you can adjust.

Quality can vary a bit by stop—nothing dramatic, but it’s a real thing with any tapas route that spans different venues. If you notice a dip in intensity at one place, remember you still have two more tastings to look forward to.

Final stop: Maura Cafe and Bar (finishing strong)

You end at Maura – Cafe & Bar. Like the other stops, you’ll show the QR code, choose your tapa from the two options, and pick your included drink. The final stop is where you decide whether you want a “last sip” moment or a practical wrap-up.

A small takeaway from the tour experience: some people wanted a sweeter note at the end. That doesn’t mean the tour is missing something essential—it just means if sweets are your thing, you might want to look for a dessert elsewhere after your final drink, since dessert isn’t part of the included list.

Food and drink choices: wine, sangria, beer, water, coffee

The drink lineup is one of the biggest reasons this tour feels like value. You’re not locked into only wine. You can choose:

• local wine
• homemade sangria
• beer
• water
• soft drink
• coffee

That means you can tailor your evening. If you love wine, you can lean into it. If you’d rather slow down, coffee and water keep things manageable.

And because you’re eating five tapas, your drink choice affects the whole experience. Wine and sangria tend to make tapas feel more celebratory. Beer can be refreshing if you’re out walking. Coffee helps if you want to end the evening without feeling heavy.

Getting around Palma: phone directions, short walks, and pacing

Because the tour is self-guided, your phone becomes the guide. Directions are part of the experience, and the restaurants are close enough that navigation mistakes are usually fixable without losing the tour.

Pacing is the secret sauce. The plan includes time sitting at each venue (around 40 minutes per tasting block), but you’re not required to use every minute. Eat your tapa, sip your drink, then take a short walk or browse shop windows before you move on.

If you like the idea of mixing food with city wandering, this is a good match. You’ll spend enough time outdoors to feel like you toured Palma, not just “ate in five rooms.”

Support if you need it: WhatsApp and Jordi at Gastrowalk

Even though there’s no guide walking beside you, you’re not fully alone. Assistance is available via WhatsApp if you run into trouble at a restaurant or with the route.

Also, pre-tour communication has been reported from Jordi from Gastrowalk, including help with planning and accommodations for schedules. If you have dietary needs, this is one of the few tours where advance contact can actually matter—so it’s worth reaching out before you go.

Wheelchair access: what you should know

This activity is listed as wheelchair accessible. That’s a strong point for anyone who needs mobility support. Since it’s a walking tour with several restaurant stops, you’ll still want to confirm how comfortable the sidewalks and entrances are for your specific needs when you arrive and order.

Who this Palma tapas and wine tour is best for

I’d point you toward this tour if:

• you want a first-night plan in Palma that doesn’t require reservations for every stop
• you like tapas and want to compare five venues in one evening
• you prefer control—picking your own tapas from the two options and choosing how long to linger
• you’re traveling solo or in a group and want an easy way to coordinate food

It may be less ideal if:

• you want a guided history lesson or a dedicated expert walking you through every square
• you’re expecting massive food portions. These are tapas-sized tastings—light and meant to sample, not to fill you like a main-course dinner.

Should you book it? My practical call

Book it if you want a smart, low-stress way to eat well and see Palma’s center without overplanning. The structure is simple: five tastings, five drinks, short walks, and a finish window until 10:00 PM. At around $63, it’s hard to beat for the combination of food, drinks, and the built-in route.

Skip it if you’re the type who needs a guide to explain everything or if you dislike self-guided QR-code logistics. For most people, the trade-off works. You trade a guide for freedom—and you still get support by WhatsApp if something doesn’t click.

If you’re doing one food tour in Palma, this is a strong candidate.

FAQ

How many tapas and drinks are included?

The tour includes 5 tapas and 5 beverages. At each of the five eateries, you choose a tapa from two options and select one drink included with the tasting.

What drinks can I choose on the tour?

You can choose from local wine, homemade sangria, beer, water, soft drink, or coffee with each tasting.

Is this tour guided?

It’s self-guided. You’ll follow the route on your own, show your QR code at each restaurant, and you can get help via WhatsApp if needed.

Where do I start and where do I end?

You start at Restaurante Fervor. The experience finishes at Maura – Cafe & Bar.

How late can I complete the tour after starting?

Once you start, you have until 10:00 PM to finish the experience.

What do I show at the restaurants?

You’ll receive a QR code and you need to show it at each of the five restaurants to enjoy the tapas and beverages.

Is there free cancellation?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is listed as wheelchair accessible.

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