Top Barcelona Walking Tours - page 3

Antoni Gaudí’s iconic cathedral, the Sagrada Familia, is the most popular attraction in Barcelona. Bypass the long lines with this skip-the-line guided tour. Accompanied by a guide, head straight inside the modernist masterpiece to admire the stained glass windows and opulent ceilings, and view the exhibits in the museum, while learning more about the building and its renowned creator.

A food tour that takes in the history of Barcelona at the same time. Enjoy learning about Barcelona’s close connection with food and explore some of the best tapas bars in the city—according to the locals. Try typical local food and taste wine that pairs beautifully with it, and learn about the way these foods are prepared and about tapas culture in general.

Discover Barcelona's incredible Sagrada Familia cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, during this skip-the-line visit. Join a guide as you bypass the lengthy lines, exploring this this sublime structure (still under construction more than 130 years after work began) and learning about its creator, Antoni Gaudí. Visit the museum beneath the cathedral and then scale one of the cathedral's sky-high spires with a skip-the-line tower ticket, enjoying panoramic vistas of Barcelona from up above.

Experience the natural splendor of Montserrat and the Benedictine abbey of Santa Maria on this enriching full-day excursion from Barcelona. Discover ancient 12th-century carvings and holy pilgrimage sites with a knowledgeable guide. Board a glass-bottomed funicular railway to observe the region’s fascinating flora and fauna then follow a natural trail replete with verdant beauty in Montserrat Natural Park. Upgrade for a semi-private option, with shared transfers but your own guide.

Take a deep dive into Pablo Picasso's life in Barcelona during a 2-hour walking tour visiting the favorite haunts of this celebrated artist. Join your guide on an exploration of this Spanish master's Barcelona gathering spots, following the path of his hangouts, schooling and evolution as a painter from 1895 through 1905. Check out Picasso's art school, the café where he interacted with other artists and other key locations in the young creator's life. Finish your excursion with a skip-the-line admission to the Picasso Museum, letting you avoid the lines and take a guided tour of this top-notch collection.

This small-group tour is ideal for travelers looking for a comprehensive Gaudí experience. Save hours researching where to find the best examples of Gaudi’s work by having a guide to lead the way. Both morning and afternoon tours visit the architect’s most celebrated works—Park Güell and La Sagrada Familia—and stop outside Milà House (Casa Milà). However, the morning tour explores Casa Batlló, but the afternoon tour visits Casa Vicens instead.

Barcelona has a lot of sights to savor and it can be difficult for those who are short on time to see everything. Cover a lot of ground in just one day on this convenient tour of Barcelona’s top attractions. Explore the Gothic Quarter, and discover Antoni Gaudí’s famous Park Guell and unfinished Sagrada Familia, with skip-the-line entrances to avoid long lines plus free time to enjoy La Boqueria Market.

See the quirky and artistic sculptures and buildings of Gaudi’s Park Güell, and discover the hidden and secret areas of this hilltop park overlooking Barcelona. Enjoy panoramic views of the city all the way out to the ocean, and learn about the meanings and creative direction behind every part of the park, from its benches and monuments to the impressive bridges.

Barcelona’s markets are famous for their vast abundance of produce and their colorful stalls. Visit Las Ramblas and La Boquería markets with your guide and stroll between the stalls like a local, tasting authentic treats. See some of Barcelona’s hidden gems too, such as a caganer shop, and an antique market in the historic streets of the Gothic Quarter.

Discover the coastal splendor of the Costa Brava region on a full-day trip to Girona and Calella de Palafrugell from Barcelona. Travel through the scenic Catalan countryside, and discover the atmospheric streets of Girona’s medieval Old Town. Admire the flagrant fortresses of Pals, absorb the seaside charm of rural fishing village, Calella de Palafrugell, and admire the dramatic landscapes of Begur, the former home of an ancient castle. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Journey back in time as you discover the charming medieval villages and stunning countryside outside Barcelona on this convenient day trip. Explore the charming hamlet of Besalú, including its medieval synagogue and Jewish baths. Then continue on to the village of Rupit, to discover its baroque Church of Sant Miquel and the castle ruins. Finish the day in the area around Tavertet, including a stop to admire the sandstone cliffs.

Combine visits to top Barcelona attractions with stops at underrated places many travelers overlook during this private, flexible, and fully customizable walking tour. See a local side to the city and tailor the itinerary to your schedule and interests with the help of your local guide before the tour even begins. Plus, flexible and customizable tour durations mean even travelers with limited time in the city can take part.

See one of Gaudí’s most famous pieces of work with this skip-the-line guided tour of the Sagrada Familia. Follow your guide inside the basilica, one of Barcelona’s most iconic landmarks. During your tour, listen as your guide shares stories about Gaudí and the history of this unfinished structure. Upgrade to add a visit to one of the towers, for spectacular views across the city.

With such a diverse range of bars and eateries, it can be tricky to narrow down where to eat and drink in Barcelona. Save yourself time scrolling through reviews and get an insider’s tips with this guided food tour. As well as trying a mix of both traditional and modern tapas, the tour includes a variety of drinks, such as wine, beer, cava, and shots.

Gaudí’s La Sagrada Família church is known for being one of Barcelona’s most iconic buildings. Being such a popular attraction can mean long visitor lines. Take the stress out of being stuck in crowds by having a skip-the-line entrance ticket included. You’ll get straight inside and have a guide to take you around this spectacular building. Learn about Gaudí and the bizarre yet magnificent techniques he used to design the building.

Get a taste for Barcelona like a true local on this small-group food tour covering the city’s El Born and Barceloneta areas. Shop like a resident for cured meats and cheeses during a visit to the bustling Santa Caterina Market, enjoy tastings at a range of authentic Catalan establishments, and dig into a home-cooked lunch of paella in the fishermen's district.

Entertain the kids while exploring Barcelona on this family-focused tour of the city. While it can be tough to bring kids on an average walking tour, by booking this private tour you can let the kids set the pace rather than hurrying to keep up with a group. Your personal guide engages and educates the entire family with stories about the city and stops for games, churros, and playgrounds.

Escape the city for a day in the mountains on this tour from Barcelona to the famous peak of Montserrat Mountain. Spend time exploring the stunning Montserrat monastery, atrium, and basilica perched on the mountaintop. Soak up the scenery on a dramatic cable car ride to one of the Montserrat top viewpoints, and then embark on an easy hike along the mountainside.

The Sagrada Familia attracts droves of admirers from across the world, but with the skip-the-line admission of this guided tour, you won’t have to wait in the crowd. Instead, get straight to exploring the unfinished masterpiece by famed architect Antoni Gaudi. Along the way, learn about the church’s details, symbolism, and construction from your guide—a lot of things go unnoticed on your own.

Visit Park Güell, one of Barcelona's favorite Gaudi sites, on a guided tour that provides skip-the-line access so you don't have to waste your vacation time standing in the ticket queue. Learn about the architecture and layout of Park Güell as you admire its modernist design and city views. Booking in advance ensures you won't risk a sold-out tour.

Discover the oldest part of Barcelona with an expert and friendly local guide. You will learn everything about our city's past in an entertaining and lively way. You will visit the most emblematic places to understand the history, culture and traditions of Barcelona and Catalonia. Medieval palaces and churches, neo-Gothic buildings and bridges, ancient Roman tombs and aqueducts for an unforgettable journey through Barcelona of the past.

Hear tales of ghosts, exorcists, wandering spirits and bloody murder as you pace the cobbled streets of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter with your storyteller host. With over 2,000 years of history behind them, these streets have some tales to tell. After your tour, head to a local bar for a spooky theme.

Enter the mind of Salvador Dalí during this intimate exploration of the surrealist’s preferred haunts, with 2-way transfers from your Barcelona address. Visit Figueres, the artist’s birthplace, home of his eponymous museum; explore Cadaqués, a small coastal village along the Costa Brava; and continue to Portlligat, a tiny fishing cove. Entrance fees for the Dalí sites are payable to your guide on the day. Upgrade to book a private tour.