Dali Museum & Cadaques Private Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres
- Wander through the charming streets of Cadaqués
- Enjoy scenic coastal views along the way
- Learn about Dalí's life and art from a knowledgeable guide
- Experience the unique architecture of Cadaqués village
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation with hotel pick-up
- Admission to Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres
- Guided tour of Cadaqués village
- Meals and beverages not specified
Itinerary
Start this tour directly from your hotel or apartment in Barcelona city. We come to pick you up, so please be sure to let us know exactly where you are staying. Enjoy an overview of Barcelona city along the route, pass by Catalunya Square, Barcelona Cathedral, Passeig de Gracia and the Gaudi Houses, such as the Batllo and the Pedrera, and many other highlights.
As soon as you leave Barcelona city, you will head to the first destination of the day. Enjoy the beautiful countryside while driving to Figueres, Dalí’s birthplace, only fifteen kilometres away from the Mediterranean Sea, at the foot of the Pyrenees and surrounded by three natural parks. You'll be fascinated by the Dalí Theatre-Museum, both inside and outside, and by the vibrant lifestyle of this small town. Explore the streets where Dalí spent his early years, as well as some of the places he frequented as an adult.
Dali wanted to leave a mark on his own native city and decided to built the Dali Theatre-Museum upon the ruins of the old municipal theatre. This present that Dali gave to the city is considered as the largest work of surrealist art in the world. Plunge deep into the painter's creative mind by visiting the museum and experiencing a comprehensive collection of the peculiar exhibitions. Get prepared to be amazed by this inspiring piece of art that will definitely mark your day.
Dalí Joyas is a permanent exhibition of the Dalí Theater-Museum in Figueres (Girona). The exhibition, which shows the jewels that Dalí designed between 1941 and 1979, includes the thirty-seven jewels of gold and precious stones from the Owen Cheatham collection, two jewels made later, and the twenty-seven drawings and sketches that Salvador Dalí made to design the jewels.
Continue the tour and drive through an incredible scenery full of colors, where the sea and the Pyrenees mountains collide. Arrive in Cadaqués and get enchanted by this picturesque little town, shaped by its emblematic white houses and surrounded by a colourful and relaxing landscape.
Cadaques is located in the protected territory of the natural park of Cap de Creus, a natural park located at the most northeastern point of the Iberian Peninsula. It was the first marine-terrestrial park in Catalonia and protects a large part of the peninsula of Cape Creus. Between land and the sea, Cap de Creus is a space of great beauty, endowed with a unique geological configuration, with structures and outcrops that form a unique set in the world.
Continue your tour to discover Port Lligat, a small Spanish Mediterranean town in the municipality of Cadaqués, located in a cove of Cape Creus. Salvador Dalí was enchanted by the calmness of this village that decided to settle his own house in this magic corner of the Cap de Creu Natural Park. Get captivated by the beautiful natural light and the colorful landscapes that inspired the artist. We are pretty sure that you will not need the advice of your passionate guide to be able to recognise this house from far away. Have a look at the famous silver statues on the roof of probably one of the most peculiar house you will ever visit in your life.
Enter Dalí's house and stroll through the rooms, decorated by the painter himself. This part of the tour will reveal Dalí's most intimate details of life. In this house, you will discover the incredible techniques the genius invented to be always the first person in Spain to get the first rays of the sun directly into his bedroom. Take the chance to enter his studio and learn about his surprising ways of working.
Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; the itinerary can be customized upon request
- Hotel pick-up is included; please provide your accommodation details in advance
- The tour operates in English; other languages may be available upon request
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the museum and village
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning coastal scenery
- 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
Traveler reviews
A day of Dali
I had a wonderful private tour with Hengameh and drive Augusto on the Dali Triangle Tour (Figueres, Cadaqués, and Portlligat). The drive was beautiful and very comfortable. First, we visited the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres, which was an amazing experience to learn more about Salvador Dalí and his unique artwork. Then we continued to the charming seaside town of Cadaqués, where Dalí spent many summers. Costa Brava is absolutely stunning! I had lunch there by the beautiful coast. 🥘🌊 Finally, we visited Salvador Dalí House Museum in Portlligat, which was fascinating and gave great insight into Dalí’s life and home. Hengameh was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole day enjoyable and memorable. Highly recommended!
Winners!
Dulce, our tour guide and Wander, our driver were both AMAZING! Dulce was friendly, professional and made our day special. She explained information and details about the museum and artist, like a true teacher. Wander expertly drove us in a safe manner, navigating hairpin turns and busy traffic. We appreciated and highly recommend our tour to others., What a winning combo Dulce and Wander proved to be, and made it a fun experience.
The wonders of Dali
We had such a wonderful time learning and appreciating the art of Salvador Dali. Such an interesting and passionate artist. Our guide, Dulce was so knowledgeable and truly inspiring with her exciting presentation of this famous artist. We spent an entire day with Dulce and our skillfully driver Wander, and they both went out of their way to make our day enjoyable! Many thanks to both these amazing people.
Dali Experience was the best!
Learned so much about Salvador Dali! Our guide Dulce and driver Wander were wonderful. So kind and accommodating!
Fantastic.
Our Guide, Hengama was a complete joy. Her passionate and incredibly insightful and deep knowledge of Dali, the context in which his work was made was so well presented I felt like I’d taken the most joyful art class I’ve ever taken. Also her history of the areas we traveled through. She and John Carlos were always on point, fun traveling companions and just great guides and company. I would glady tour with them any time. Thanks for the experience.