Barcelona Premium: Gothic, Montjuic, Sagrada Familia & Park Güell

Gothic Quarter. Start the tour in the heart of the city in Plaza Catalunya and enjoy a walking tour through the oldest part of the city, the charming Gothic Quarter, a maze of quaint, narrow streets full of Roman and medieval architecture. You will visit the Cathedral, Jewish Quarter, St. James Square and part of the Roman wall. The walking tour ends with a visit to Santa Maria del Mar church in the Born district and while enjoying a rest and you will be treated to breakfast at a local café.

Barcelona Cathedral. Detailed explanation of exterior and facade and go inside. (Admission inside is restricted on Sunday due to weekly mass)

Plaça Sant Jaume. After crossing the Jewish Quarter, we stop at Saint James Square where the City Hall of Barcelona is located and the Palau de la Generalitat.

Barri de la Ribera. Get lost in the labyrinth streets of the Born district (district of The Guilds)

Basilica Santa Maria del Mar. The last portion of the walking tour, we visit the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar - exterior explanation and go inside after that we will Stop for coffee break overlooking the facade of the Basilica Santa Maria del Mar. (Bathroom break, etc)

The Face Of Barcelona. As we make our way toward Montjuïc, we’ll have the chance to admire a truly awe-inspiring sight from the vehicle: The Face of Barcelona. Rising dramatically in the distance at the port, this enormous sculpture captures immediate attention. Formed from a cascade of letters and symbols that seem to float in mid-air, each letter is uniquely placed, merging to create the silhouette of a colossal human face, giving the impression that the city itself is gazing toward the future.

Columbus Monument. Once we pass The Face of Barcelona, we’ll approach another of the city’s iconic landmarks: The Columbus Monument. From the vehicle, we’ll see its towering 60-meter column rising majestically above the port area. At its peak, the statue of Christopher Columbus stands tall, pointing toward the sea, as if inviting travelers to explore new horizons and reminding us of Barcelona’s historical significance as a starting point for great voyages of discovery.

Montjuic. After the walking tour you will head over, in a comfortable transport, to Montjuic, site of the 1929 International Exposition and the 1992 Olympic Games, and you will see one of the best viewpoints to see the city.

Miramar Viewpoint. Once we pass the Columbus Monument, we’ll head up Montjuïc toward one of the most stunning viewpoints in Barcelona: The Miramar Viewpoint. As we ascend, we’ll stop to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the city. From this vantage point, we’ll have the perfect opportunity to capture stunning photographs of Barcelona’s skyline, the all set against the backdrop of the surrounding hills.

The Miró Foundation. Once we leave the Miramar Viewpoint, we’ll continue our journey up Montjuïc, where we’ll catch sight of another of Barcelona’s cultural gems: The Miró Foundation. From the vehicle, we’ll be able to appreciate the striking architecture of this renowned art museum, perched on the hillside overlooking the city.

Olimpic Stadium. Once we pass the Miró Foundation, we’ll continue our journey up Montjuïc and soon come across the Olympic Stadium. From the vehicle, we’ll be able to appreciate the grandeur of this historic stadium, which hosted the 1992 Summer Olympics. The iconic structure, with its impressive façade and surrounding area, stands as a testament to Barcelona’s Olympic legacy. On certain days, the stadium is open to the public, and if we’re lucky, we may even get a glimpse of the interior. Visitors can explore the stadium and its surroundings, but perhaps most intriguing of all is the Olympic Museum, located nearby. This museum offers fascinating exhibits on the history of the Olympic Games, showcasing the spirit of competition and the athletic achievements that defined the 1992 Barcelona Games.

MNAC. Once we pass the Olympic Stadium, our journey will take us to the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC), an iconic building that stands majestically on the Montjuïc hill

Sagrada Familia. From Montjuic, we will continue down to Spain Square and the Eixample district with its impressive modernist buildings and then you will continue on to Sagrada Familia. Here, you will learn all about the history and the intriguing mystical symbolism of the Basilica, tour the outside facades that are still under construction and see the incredible interior that will leave you speechless. In addition to a detailed explanation of the facades from the guide, you will also have a skip-the-line ticket to go inside.

Park Guell. After lunch, you'll continue on to Park Guell on Tibidabo mountain to admire the marvelous city gardens. Walking tour through the public area and skip-the-line tickets to the monumental area of the park.

La Pedrera. The climax of the visit will be a stop at the zenith of Gaudi’s work, the masterpiece 'La Pedrera'. You will again be guaranteed skip-the-line tickets and will enjoy an explanation of the exterior and facade. Also, we take you to the rooftop with incredible views. The tour ends here, a short walk to Plaza Catalunya where we started the tour. Due to the scheduled maintenance of La Pedrera, this tour will instead visit Casa Batllo on all tours booked from January 13th - 19th.