Barcelona Highlights Small-Group Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- Casa Batlló
- La Rambla
- Gothic Quarter
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Meals and drinks
Itinerary
Get picked-up by your guide at your accommodation in Barcelona. Once the pick-up is completed, the guide will take you to the first stop of your tour. You will start on the Montjuïc Mountain, from where you will enjoy the superb panoramic views of the city. Montjuïc, originally used as a strategic place to protect the city against attacks, is now home to the famous Miró foundation and the Caixa Forúm. These and other buildings on the hill, perfectly illustrate examples of modern art and contemporary architecture. The Montjuïc also includes examples of town planning and architecture especially drawn for the 1929 International Exhibition.
Pass by: Further on, you will head to Barcelona’s waterfront, passing by famous city sights. Drive through Las Ramblas, a very famous avenue, home to many bars, restaurants and shops.
Pass by: Along the way, you may pass by the most known covered market of the city, La Boquería. The market offers a great variety of fresh products of good quality. On this market, you can feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through its colorful and exuberant posts, or learn where the worldwide famous Iberian cured ham comes from.
Pass by: Pass by the Barceloneta, once the home of fishermen, people associated with the fishing trade and the metal industry, and nowadays one of the city's most visited and popular districts. The neighbourhood, with its narrow, rectilinear streets, was built on a military grid structure to provide accommodation for the former inhabitants of La Ribera who had lost their homes due to the construction of the Citadel Park.
Continue the day by making a walking tour through the medieval part of the city. Enjoy a stroll in the Gothic Quarter, known as one of the districts that are part of Ciutat Vella, the old town of the city. In Ciutat Vella, where the history of Barcelona began, you will experience modernity woven with Roman and medieval imprints. There you will learn about the Catalan traditions and Barcelona’s origins, while exploring the enchanting corners, picturesque plazas and the narrow alleys of the Gothic quarter.
Along the walking tour, you will experience the Plaça Reial as a sparkling square with a very warm atmosphere.
As you explore Barcelona's Gothic Quarter you'll come across one of the city's best-kept secrets. Inside a small medieval courtyard, the four columns from the Temple of Augustus have survived despite the passing of the centuries. They are more than 2,000 years old, like Barcelona itself.
Pass by the Barcelona Cathedral and discover its façade and the combination of Romanesque, Gothic and neo-Gothic styles due to the fact that it was built over six centuries. Funded by donations from the medieval brotherhoods and guilds, the building work in Santa Creu commenced in 1298 and was completed around 1890, following the original plans, in the neo-Gothic style.
The romantic, slightly faded Plaça Sant Felip Neri is an unmissable corner of the Gothic Quarter. Presided over by the baroque church from which it takes its name, the square features a number of historic elements that make it particularly attractive.
Pass by: Along the way, pass through Passeig de Gràcia, with its typical Catalan architecture. The avenue is home to the most remarkable façades of modernist buildings, including Gaudi’s La Pedrera, Casa Batlló and Domènech's Casa Lleó - Morera or Casa Ametller.
Pass by: Marvel at the beautiful façade of Casa Batlló, with its vibrant colors, and details that make it one of Gaudí's most iconic works.
Pass by: Take in the unique, wave-like façade of Casa Milà, or La Pedrera, a true Gaudí masterpiece that stands out with its bold design.
Pass by: The Sagrada Familia is sure to leave a lasting impression. Experience a moment full of emotion, admiring Gaudi's masterpiece, considered as the most emblematic landmark of Barcelona. The symbolic nature of the building’s sculpted façade will certainly be the highlight of your tour.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English.
- Children under 3 years old are free.
- Please inform the operator of any mobility issues in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Bring a camera to capture the sights.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
Traveler reviews
Barcelona David Town
It was a wonderful experience. David took care of our needs completely and was so knowledgeable about Barcelona He presented additional information using his tablet giving us and photos. He is a five star guide
Tour of barcelona
We had an amazing tour with Adrian. He picked us up from our hotel and dropped us off. We are a family of 7 and he was able to give us a lot of information about the city. The weather was not on our side but he took us to many bakery’s that we will be visiting again before we leave.
Best tour ever!!
My husband and I can’t say enough wonderful things about our tour guide Giovanni! He was punctual, courteous, and extremely knowledgeable. He was very well organized and took us to aLo the important locations in Barcelona that we wanted to see. He was very passionate about every stop that we made. Can’t recommend him highly enough! Would definitely request him if we return to Barcelona.
The best of Barcelona tour
Jose Carlos was an exceptional tour guide. He was so knowledgeable with the history of Barcelona. We took a private tour with him and saw so many historic sites. I would highly recommend him and their tour company.
Amazing external outside tour of Barcelona
We had one day to spend sightseeing in Barcelona when we completed our cruise. Giovanni picked us up at our hotel promptly. He was passionate, knowledgeable, and gave it his all to make our tour interesting and fun. He went into such detail of the history, culture, and architecture of Barcelona. Only regret is with Viator. I did not realize until the day before the tour that tickets for inside Basilica’de la Segrada were not included. I messaged Viator and Viator responded they were securing tickets and I had to pay the guide in cash. We never got tickets secondary to Viator never set up tickets with guide. Viator stated that they made the mistake but that I was not out of money. I informed Viator it was my one and only day to tour and now too late to get any tickets.. I’m still giving Giovanni 5 stars because that was not his fault. I’m still working on getting a partial refund from Viator.