Catalonia Tours

Sail past long lines of tourists trying to gain entry to Gaudi’s La Sagrada Familia on this priority access tour of the modernist masterpiece. Accompanied by a guide, head straight inside to get fascinating insight into the history of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed cathedral. Admire the opulent ceilings and stained-glass windows while learning about the building’s charismatic creator. Visit the museum to see exhibits on the cathedral’s history and observe original plaster models and design sketches.

The long lines attracted by La Sagrada Familia and Park Guell, two of Antoni Gaudi’s modernist masterpieces, are a testament to their global renown. Spend less time lining up and more time sightseeing with skip-the-line entry to both the cathedral and park on a guided tour. Visit Park Guell before using private transportation to reach La Sagrada Familia where you can feast your eyes on the spectacular interior and exterior. Small-group tour limited to 12 people.

Get a taste for the top attractions in Barcelona during this small group excursion for a maximum of 8 people covering the many highlights of the Catalan capital. Tour Passeig de Gracia, an elegant boulevard that hosts a wealth of modernist architecture like La Pedrera and Casa Batlló, before discovering Antoni Gaudí's Park Güell and La Sagrada Familia. You'll also explore the incredible history of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter before finishing with sublime city views from on top of Montjüic. Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off are included.

Discover the best of Barcelona on this convenient City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour. Choose from a 1- or 2-day pass, relax on the open-top, double-decker bus, and enjoy your own sightseeing itinerary as you travel multiple routes and learn about the landmarks via the onboard commentary. Stay aboard to enjoy 360-degree views of the sights, and hop on and off at any of the stops at leisure to explore top Barcelona attractions such as La Sagrada Familia, the medieval Gothic Quarter, the colorful Las Ramblas and more.

Make the most of your visit to Barcelona's architectural crown jewel on a skip-the-line tour of the Sagrada Familia Cathedral. Bypass the long wait to enter Gaudí’s Modernist masterpiece, and learn about the inspiration and symbolism of the cathedral’s design on a guided tour of all five levels. Finally, ascend the cathedral towers to rise directly over the heart of Barcelona for panoramic city views (currently closed due to COVID19)

Don't bother waiting in line at Barcaelona's popular Sagrada Familia on this English-language guided tour, with skip-the-line entry included. As you're whisked past the waiting crowds, you join your host to encounter the history of this iconic church, and discover how the vision of revered architect Antoni Gaudí is captured in this masterpiece. After your tour, you can take time to explore on your own and grab a snack—with discount included—at a café just steps from the basilica.

Explore one of the cornerstones of Catalan culture and history on this small-group tour to Montserrat. See the Montserrat Monastery, home to the famous "Black Madonna," and then follow a guide through the vineyards of Oller del Mas, a winery housed in a 10th-century castle. Descend into the cellars to learn about the production methods, and sample signature wines alongside a cold tapas lunch with dessert.

Discover three countries in just one day on a full-day tour to Baga, Ax-les-Thermes, and Andorra from Barcelona. Emerge early, and head to Baga, a beautiful village shrouded in medieval heritage, and then cross the border to Ax-les-Thermes, a charming spa town with loads of French character. Continue to Andorra via a high mountain pass, stopping for a break in a mountain valley before going on to the capital to indulge in some duty-free shopping.

A tablao is a dedicated flamenco performance venue and Tablao Flamenco Cordobes is considered Barcelona's best. With a heritage of more than 50 years and decor inspired by the dynasty that built the Alhambra, it draws stars of the art form from across Spain. Opt to watch the show with a drink or enjoy a comprehensive package with dinner in the adjacent restaurant plus unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks.

Marvel over Montserrat, and then enjoy tapas and wine on this full-day, small-group tour from Barcelona. Ride the cogwheel train to the mountaintop monastery of Montserrat, admire views over the Catalan countryside, and sample local treats such as coca de Montserrat and Montserrat liquor. Next, head to the Oller del Mas château, where you can tour the wine cellar, stroll the vineyards, and indulge in an expert-led winetasting. Finally, choose to dig into a delicious tapas brunch at the château, or enjoy a 3-course meal at a local restaurant.

Skip the lines at Park Guell with this fast-pass guided tour package. With a certified site guide showing you around this wild UNESCO site, you’ll get to marvel deeply at this scenic garden complex, the modernist structures, the colorful mosaics, and the views of Barcelona. And with less time spent in line, you’ll have more time to appreciate one of Gaudi’s finest works.

Make a pilgrimage to the mystical mountaintop retreat of Montserrat during this small group tour for a maximum of 8 people from Barcelona with a small group. Join no more than eight guests on an exploration of this nearly 1,000-year old Benedictine Monastery complex set high above Catalonia. See the famous ‘Black Madonna’ icon and finish by enjoying the sublime singing of ‘La Escolania de Montserrat,’ one of Europe’s oldest children’s choirs. A guide, entrance fee, and private transport are included. Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off are included.

Enjoy priority access to two Antoni Gaudí masterworks on this half-day skip-the-line tour in Barcelona. Avoid the main lines at Park Güell, a park sprinkled with Gaudí buildings and statues, and tour the highlights. Then, travel by coach to La Sagrada Familia, Gaudí’s unfinished cathedral. Enjoy skip-the-line admission as your guide recounts how the late architect spent over 40 years working on this showpiece. Finish at the La Sagrada Familia Museum to learn more about Gaudí’s life and genius.

Tuck into tasty tapas and traditional wines on this gastronomic tour of Barcelona. Get the inside scoop on Barcelona’s renowned foodie scene from a local guide and stop along the way to dine at the city’s best tapas bars. At each restaurant, sample an array of delicious Catalan cuisine, taste local specialties like Iberian ham, ‘’ or ‘pan con tomate’ (spicy potatoes, bread, and tomato), and choose from a selection of fine regional wines. You can choose between an afternoon or evening tour and upgrade to include a flamenco show.

Skip the hassle of planning—and the lines along the way—on this private tour of Barcelona’s heritage, architecture, and gastronomy that combines a walking tour with taxi rides to top destinations. Ideal for first-time visitors who want to squeeze all the highlights into one day, traveling with a personal guide lets you maximize your time and discover parts of the city you would likely miss on your own.

Leave Barcelona behind, and head for the medieval city of Girona and the scenic Costa Brava with this small group excursion for a maximum of 8 guests. This day tour through the Catalonian villages of northeastern Spain includes guided tours of Pals and Calella de Palafrugell. Take in the breathtaking Mediterranean Sea from viewpoints along the way and enjoy the intimacy of travel with a small group. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Experience Barcelona tapas and wine culture on a gourmet walking tour that explores Spanish cuisine, drinks, and ingredients. In a city that’s packed with tapas bars, getting beyond the tourist spots for an authentic experience can be a challenge; visiting four local spots for tapas and drinks is a great way to discover where to eat and drink in Barcelona.

Step inside La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. Learn from your guide about the famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. Stroll among the columns as large as trees, admire the lavish decoration, view the colorful stained glass windows that make this structure a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and upgrade to include access to the Tower. Afterward, take a walk through nearby Parca de Gaudi if you wish.

Make a pilgrimage to Santa Maria de Montserrat, a monastery near Barcelona and one of Spain's key religious sites, during this visit. Join your guide as you scale Montserrat Mountain on the cogwheel train, enjoying striking vistas of the mountain's surreal rock formations and Barcelona off in the distance. Then visit Benedictine abbey and the Royal Basilica, to view La Moreneta (the Dark One) a 12th-century carving of Our Lady of Montserrat. This Montserrat visit also includes entrance fees and transport by air-conditioned coach.

Discover the Alella wine region, located just outside Barcelona, in a unique way on this premium small group sailing excursion. Depart from Port Olimpic and travel down the coast to the Alella harbor, taking in the sights and enjoying complimentary snacks and drinks while you sail aboard an exclusive sailboat. Then, board a luxury min-bus to a family-run winery where you can learn about this unique regional variety and sample it during a tasting paired with a traditional Catalan brunch. Return to Barcelona in a luxury mini-bus.

Learn to make Spanish tapas, traditional paella, and sangria with a Barcelona chef, then share a hearty dinner of classic local cuisine that you've made yourself. All great Spanish food starts with super fresh ingredients, and you begin this cooking class with a guided trip through La Boqueria market before heading to a professional teaching kitchen. This hands-on Spanish cooking class includes snacks, drinks, and dinner, and you finish the night with recipes to take back to your home kitchen.

The gorgeous coastline of Costa Brava is best experienced from the water. Discover the crystal-clear Mediterranean Sea while kayaking to coves and small caves, and snorkel for a better glimpse of marine life. This day trip takes you by coach from central Barcelona to a picturesque beach, where kayak guides share their expertise. A deli-style lunch and all gear is provided so there’s nothing to do but relax.

Make the most of your time in Catalonia and discover Montserrat on a small-group early-morning tour with round-trip transportation from Barcelona where you will explore the basilica, monastery and La Moreneta with a professional guide. After the guided tour, enjoy some free time to take a light walk to see the Cross of San Miguel, take the Sant Joan Funicular, visit the grotto or the museum and more before returning to the Catalonian Capital.

Venture into the Catalan countryside to visit Montserrat and go wine tasting on this full-day tour from Barcelona. Take a guided tour through the Basilica and Monastery on Montserrat, a beautiful, multi-peak mountain with dramatic rock formations, with free time to continue exploring the museum, farmer's market, or views from the ridge of Cavall Bernat. Afterward, visit the winery of Oller de Mas for a cellar tour, wine tasting, and a multi-course, Catalan meal.