BARCELONA HIGHLIGHTS WITH WALKING OLD TOWN
- personal pick-up & drop-off : time and place that suits you best
- Private Transport - luxury minivan
- Licensed official tour guide
- Tour Length: 4 hours
- Guided panoramic visit with stops in several places and walking old town
- Kid friendly and wheelchair friendly
Overview
Do you have a short time to visit Barcelona? Do you wish to cover as much as possible in a relatively short time ?
Do you land in the morning? Save your time and you can tour while waiting for your hotel room to be ready or cruise embarcation to begin.
Explore the highlights of Barcelona on a comprehensive morning or afternoon tour on private transportation with driver and a licensed tour guide. Discover a fascinating architecture, including Antoni Gaudí’s masterpieces, contemporary buildings, beautiful parks and the seaside. Stop for spectacular views in Montjuic hill and walk into the old city center (barri gotic) and discover the medieval site of Barcelona.
We take care of your luggage without any extra and we will make sure that you have a wonderful experience and do not miss your plane or your cruise, taking advantage of your time.
See the complete highlights of Barcelona!
ITINERARY
Your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel, at the port or airport to start with your tour of Barcelona. You will visit Passeig de Gràcia where the most beautiful houses in Barcelona are located including Gaudi´s houses Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, then you will head to the unfinished church of Sagrada Familia (only from outside) and afterwards you will head then to Montjuïc hill for great views of the city and you will drive past the Olimpic ring, where the Olimpic Stadium is located, as well as other sport facilities used at the time of the Olimpic Games in 1992. Discover the labyrinth of the Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic), the heart of the city where it all started 2000 years ago. You will continue to the Port Olimpic , say Hello to Columbus in old port, and enjoy a view of some of the beaches, where you can stay for lunch or a drink by the sea if you wish, before come back.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- This is a private tour with no limitation of participants. Depending on the number of the group, we will reserve one type of transport or another and the final price will be considerably reduced. With large groups, we use audio devices to improve the quality of the information and make the group more dynamic, allowing for greater enjoyment.
- Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended as there is some walking involved.
- If you have reduced mobility, please contact us before booking. We do our best to welcome everyone on board, especially with available and adapted transport!
WHAT WILL YOU SEE
Montjuïc Hill: Urbanized in 1929 for the International Exhibition, Montjuïc is both a cultural attraction, Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC), Fundació Miró, the German Pavilion (Miess Van der Rohe), and a sportive one, the Olympic Ring.
Olympic Stadium: The Barcelona Olympic Stadium or also known as Estadi Olímpic is a sports arena that was constructed in 1927. The stadium was originally built in preparation for the International Fair in 1929. It was then renovated in 1989 for the Summer Olympics in 1992 together with St. Jordi Pavilion from Arata Isozaki, Picornell swimming pools, the University of Sport, Calatrava Communications Tower, etc.
Mirador de l’Alcalde (Mayor’s Lookout): this balcony over the Mediterranean offers a superb panoramic view over the whole city and port. There is a monument here dedicated to the typical Catalan dance, the Sardana.
Columbus Monument: beetween La Rambla and the sea beside the medieval Drassanes, which houses the Maritime Museum, the Columbus column was built to commemorate Columbus’ return from America.
Old Port: We will show you the seafront, which has been converted, into a popular city port near the city centre. There are many attractions such as the Aquarium, restaurants, nightclubs and shops.
Passeig de Gracia: this beautiful central boulevard is known for its luxury and design shops and famous international brands. Among several Modernist buildings we find two houses by Gaudí: Casa Batlló and Casa Milà or “La Pedrera”.
The Sagrada Familia: unfinished temple of the genius architect Antoni Gaudí, who dedicated the latter part of his life to this work, synthesis of his overall conception of architecture. The project was promoted by the people for the people. Five generations now have watched the Temple progress in Barcelona. Today, more than 135 years after the laying of the cornerstone, construction continues on the Basilica and is expected to be completed in 2026.
El Born is a trendy neighbourhood characterised by its medieval alleys. The basilica of Santa María del Mar exhibits ornamental stained glass windows. Many of the artist’s masterpieces are exhibited in the famous Picasso Museum. The Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria is a multipurpose centre that occupies the building of an old market and conserves an archaeological site inside.
Penetrate to the labyrinth of the Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic), the heart of the city where it all started 2000 years ago. Legends and stories. Discover the elegant Catalan Gothic architecture, its ancient narrow streets, Jewish quarter, corners and squares which testify over five centuries, that Barcelona was once Mediterranean capital and home to the kings. Barcelona wouldn’t be Barcelona without La Rambla. Just soak up the atmosphere and admire the buildings, from the Canaletes fountain, Boqueria market to the Columbus Monument, which connect the old and modern city.
WHY GAUDÍ TOURS?
- All our tours are private, and we adapt to our clients.
- Professional and fully licensed local guides
- Totally flexible schedule to suit your needs.
- Personalized visit adapting to your characteristics, age, number, condition or interests.
- Luxury transport adapted to your needs, always professional service with driver and insurance.
- No burdens, no agglomerations, no rush.
- Travel tips from friends: recommendations to help you plan the rest of your stay in Barcelona.
