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Barcelona Highlights Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick Up

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5 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the best of Barcelona on this unforgettable 5-hour guided tour. Marvel at the architectural wonder of La Sagrada Familia, stroll down the vibrant Las Ramblas, and explore the charming streets of the Gothic Quarter, full of history and medieval charm. Admire the iconic modernist architecture along Passeig de Gracia, including Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, before heading up to Montjuïc Hill for stunning panoramic views of the city and coastline.

With an expert guide to share insights into Barcelona's rich history and culture, this tour offers a perfect blend of art, architecture, and insights to the local life. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel transport and a small group size of up to 8 people, ensuring a more personalized and relaxed experience.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or returning to explore more, this tour is the perfect way to see the main highlights of the Catalan capital. Experience Barcelona like never before!

What's Included

  • Old Town Walking tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off in Barcelona city (between 8 and 9 am)
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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- We will pick you up from any hotel or apartment in Barcelona city.  Please make sure to include the address of your accommodation when booking. - Even if your Hotel is not listed, you can type it down in the field. - We will send a message the day before departure through the booking system to inform you of the specific pick-up time at your hotel as well as the name of your guide and the telephone number.

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Parc de Montjuic

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Las Ramblas (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.
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Mercat de la Boqueria (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.
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La Barceloneta (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.
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Ciutat Vella

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)

Along the walking tour, you will experience the Plaça Reial as a sparkling square with a very warm atmosphere.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

MUHBA Temple d'August

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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Barcelona Cathedral

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Placa Sant Felip Neri

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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Passeig de Gracia (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.
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Casa Batllo (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.
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Casa Mila - La Pedrera (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.
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Basilica de la Sagrada Familia (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.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Barcelona Highlights Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick Up?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Old Town Walking tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off in Barcelona city (between 8 and 9 am)
  • Small Group tour of max 8 people to ensure a personalised experience
  • Complete visit to Barcelona’s highlights
  • Professional local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
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