Cultural tours in Barcelona
Literary tours
The Shadow of the Wind*
You can read any book, but just with few it’s possible to live and breathe them. We present this walking tour as a unique opportunity to wander around the amazing Barcelona depicted in “The Shadow of the Wind”, a novel that has captivated thousands of readers all around the world. From letters to words, from imagination to reality.
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The Cathedral of the Sea*
This literary tour will let you relive the stories of this exciting novel through its different locations; places that after almost 700 years we will revisit from a different perspective whilst admiring the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about the characters and about one of the most emblematic monuments of Barcelona, Santa Maria del Mar, the apogee of Catalan Gothic art.
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Thematic tours
The Hunt for Dragons
In ancient times, dragons made Barcelona their city, their comfortable home. They called it Drakcelona and now, after centuries of expectant silence, they are the perfect hosts in order that their honorable visitors could learn about the wonderful corners of the city they protect.From the Mercat del Born to the unique cathedral of Barcelona, this route is itself a gem that will reveal the most secret and most historic Barcelona.
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Nights of History and Legend in Palau Requesens
A unique experience in the hearth of medieval Barcelona
An activity that is taking place at the Palau Requesens, the current headquarters of the Real Academia de las Buenas Letras, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, that combines an evening tour, a popular history talk, and an attractive culinary proposal inspired by the era when the building was built. All of this in one of the Barcelona's most exceptional private palaces built onto the city's ramparts.
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Descubriendo a los creadores de Gracia
Aficionados del shopping cultural, de Boutiques Vintage y de callejuelas insólitas, venid a descubrir Gràcia, uno de los barrios más auténticos de Barcelona, practicando el antiguo arte de ir de tiendas.Accessibility: No accesible
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Barcelona: the Movie Walking Tour*
Discover the city as you have never seen it before, learn about the latest films shot in Barcelona and walk through your favourite parts of the city, while at the same time learning more about Woody Allen’s, Pedro Almodóvar and Tom Twyker’s art and their films “Vicky, Cristina, Barcelona”, “All about my mother” or “The Parfum” among many others.
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The Ghost Walking Tour*
What do the streets of Barcelona hide when night falls? Which stories marked our ancestor’s lives forever? Let yourself become absorbed by the paranormal mysteries of Barcelona with the explanations of an experienced guide.
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Barcelona 1900s: A Bohemian city
This is a very special cultural tour, as it combines arts, history, society and stories related to 1900s Barcelona, the city that Picasso found when he moved here with his family.
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Chinatown: A wander around the most flamenco district in Barcelona*
Coinciding with the universal exhibitions of 1888 and 1929, Barcelona would be able to count on having one of the raciest districts in Europe, and its soundtrack would be flamenco. From this same district such gems as Carmen Amaya, a gypsy born in Somorrostro and who prided herself on her Barcelona roots, would shine. She would become the most universal bailaora – flamenco dancer.
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Stories and legends of the Gothic Quarter *
Legends, traditions, stories passed down from generation to generation heard in our streets…Those will come alive in our tour. Get introduced to the narrow medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter and travel back in time to discover the enthralling history of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter thanks to this amazing walking tour.
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Following in the footsteps of a genius: the secret Barcelona of Gaudí *
Anecdotes, secrets and the passion for his work are the three pillars that will lead us on this cultural tour that introduces us to the Gaudinian universe. Do you dare to follow a genius?
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Discover a new city: Barcelona from the heights *
It is always amazing to look at things from a different point of view, especially if we are referring to a city. This sightseeing tour lets us see Barcelona from a bird’s eye view, moving around terrace roofs and high points of the city from where we can admire Barcelona.
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Designs and Art Nouveau Colours
A good part of the atmospheric charm of Barcelona is due to the originality of the Art Nouveau architecture: observing the colours of the Casa Batlló depending on the period of the year or the daytime evokes an indescribable artistic feeling.
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Contemporary Architecture Tour
Barcelona has lots of faces: apart from the Gothic Quarter and the Art Nouveau one, there is a contemporary city that looks to the future, another Barcelona where the most renowned architects from all over the world have been challenged to build their buildings. The purpose of this themed tour is to discover the recent heritage of both 20th and 21st centuries.
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Barcelona Gourmet Tour
Gastronomy shapes our culture and with this walking tour we offer you a flavoursome itinerary that will allow you to discover Barcelona from another point of view.
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Good morning Barcelona
It is a unique opportunity to see how does it get light on Barcelona from Collserola mountain. You will appreciate how the city lights up and changes its colors. This tour offers spectacular views of the skyline of Barcelona that you will enjoy in a natural environment not far from the city centre.
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Panoramic Barcelona - Nordic Walking
Enjoy ana mazing panoramic view upon Barcelona while you get started to Nordic Walking.
Circular tour around Collserola.
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Passeig de Gràcia: Luxury and Haute Couture*
We all know that Passeig de Gràcia is the open air ‘museum’ of modernista architecture, the great showcase of noteworthy buildings which have been designated World Heritage Sites. However, this is only one of things that this elegant boulevard affords us.
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Surrounding areas Barcelona Tours
Montserrat and Wine
Montserrat is the most important mountain in Catalonia. A unique massif, famous for its gothic shapes, beautiful views, The mountain is known as the symbol of the catalan people identity. All the day through, as our groups are maximum for 15 people, you feel local for one day.
On the way to Montserrat our guides introduce you to this “magic mountain” where Mother Nature meets religion, history and the identity of the catalans. Enjoy the stunning landscape of this Natural Park. The guided tour includes a short walk to the monastery where you can enjoy the spectacular views and get a true feel of spirituality Montserrat has to offer.
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Tarraco Rome's Gate
Our proposal includes discovering the hidden Tarraco in Tarragona, as the great architectural heritage that we enjoy is concealed by a medieval old town and essentially preserves not only ruins of spaces that are rarely kept almost entirely to other parts of the empire, such as Provincial Forum event, but venues like the circus, which exceeds proportionately in size to that of Rome.Accessibility: Middle
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Oller del Mas Winery
In this wine tasting tour you will experience a glimpse of Catalan's countryside. From Barcelona we will head the to the Oller del Mas Castle, one of the most important and beautiful wineries in the region, just a few minutes away from Montserrat.
Located in an impressive castle that dates back over a thousand years, some of its walls are still 10th century originals, the winery reigns over 1000 acres of land with a golf course open to the public.
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Daily Sightseeing Tours
A visit to Casa Batllo. A Modernist House in Barcelona
THE OUTSIDE WILL SURPRISE YOU, AND YOU WILL FALL IN LOVE WITH THE INSIDE!
Casa Batlló, the masterpiece by Antoni Gaudí, invites you to visit a monument that is much more than a building; it is an artistic legend. Hidden behind the exceptional modernist facade, which mirrors a calm sea, a whole world of surprises and refined architectural details is waiting.Casa Batlló, the definitive must-see benchmark of modernism, invites you to take a look inside.
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Barcelona Scooter City Tour
Guided scooter tours. Barcelona Scooter provides a guided panoramic tour of Barcelona's main tourist landmarks, on automatic 125 cc scooters, escorted by a guide who lets you experience Barcelona like the locals do, on the back of a scooter!(who talks about the history of the sights on the tour).
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Barcelona by Bike. Open Bicycle Tours
Whether you come to Barcelona as a tourist or for work don’t miss the opportunity to see this lovely city. Our tour is ideal for everyone who speaks or understands English, who wants to get to know Barcelona in a short time but in a relaxed way.
On a very comfortable bike you will get to know the “must see” places but also places away from the typical touristic paths. An expert guide will explain to you the history of Barcelona and give you interesting information and tips about everything you need to know about Barcelona.
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Sagrada Familia: Skip the line!
Sagrada Familia is one of the most visited buildings in the world. We will visit the astonishing interior of this church, where vaults reach seventy meters. Antoni Gaudí designed a Latin cross plan with five aisles, extremely rich in ornamentation and symbolism. We will also visit Sagrada Familia museum, where you will see drawings, plaster models and pictures about the history and development of this basilica from its early beginnings to the present day. The museum will also give valuable information about Antoni Gaudi´s life and career.Accessibility: No accesible
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The Montserrat Tour
Montserrat is a mountain, a unique Natural Park, and a massive rock over 4000 feet high, visible for miles, with weird shapes and rounded peaks that jut into the sky; there are paths, stairs, caves, chapels and hermitages scattered over the mountain, extraordinary landscapes and wonderful views.Accessibility: No accesible
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All Barcelona Highlights Tour
The ideal tour for people on a short visit: the only way to see everything, covering the distances and avoiding the queues. Visit all the best sites in Barcelona by combining The Gaudi Tour and The Montjuïc & Panoramic Tour.Accessibility: No accesible
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Gourmet BUS BARCELONA
Our Stylish Gourmet Bus is not just a New tour, but an innovative service that combines a panoramic sightseeing tour showcasing the most famous views of Barcelona one of the world’s most elegant cities with the enjoyment of an haute-cuisine dinner. All this on board a luxury coach that is unique in design and beauty, with the aesthetics of a restaurant and equipped with the very latest audiovisual technology. All of this makes it not only unique in design but unique in the world. The tasting service on board will take place at a charming picturesque location in the city and is presented by prestigious restaurateur Carles Gaig, winner of a Michelin star for the quality of his cuisine.Accessibility: Accesible
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Cultural visits and tourist tours around Barcelona and Catalonia: Gaudí, Picasso, Dalí.
Bespoke routes, led by our best guides and in different languages. For groups, companies and individuals.
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