The Best of Barcelona from Madrid in One Day
Explore Barcelonas iconic landmarks on a day trip from Madrid aboard a high-speed train. Delve into history with an expert guide, as you wander through the city's architectural wonders.
- Enjoy Walking tour of Barcelona's main points of interest
- Admire the stunning modernist buildings like Casa Batlló and La Pedrera that line the famous Passeig de Gràcia
- Wander through ancient streets and squares in the Gothic Quarter, feeling the rich history of Barcelona with every step
- Experience the fusion of bustling city life and the tranquil vibes of the Mediterranean Sea at Barcelona's Harbor
- Round-trip high-speed train tickets between Madrid and Barcelona
- Expert guide in Barcelona
- Tips
- Meals and drinks
- Hotel pick-up
- Sagrada Familia tickets (Optional purchase 48 hours in advance)
- Please, be at the check in point 15 minutes before departure time.
- Child price applies if the child is from 4 to 8 y.o.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Full name of each passenger and Passport/ID number is mandatory to confirm the booking.
- The departure time will be coordinated on trains between 07:00 am and 08:00 am. Please provide a valid telephone number or email when you confirm the booking, in order to contact you at least 48 hours before the experience to complete the pre-check in the process.
- There is a minimum of people required to operate the tour. In the event that this minimum is not met, customers will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or superior value, or a full refund.
- Its essential to arrive well in advance of the trains departure time. The trains departure is fixed and will not wait for delayed passengers. If you fail to arrive on time, you will unfortunately miss the entirety of the tour, and no refund will be provided. We recommend planning with ample margin to avoid any inconvenience.
Upon arrival, an expert guide will lead you in unveiling Barcelonas hidden treasures and iconic landmarks. Start your day with a brief walk to Plaza España, from where youll then follow to Colon to relish the sea breeze at Barcelonas harbor, where urban life meets Mediterranean serenity. From there, embark on a walking tour through The Gothic Quarter. Feel the past come alive as you wander through the labyrinthine streets of the neighborhood, with every corner revealing ancient stories and secrets. You'll end at Plaza Cataluña, where youll have free time to savor lunch on your own. The tour then takes you down the illustrious Passeig de Gràcia, where masterpieces like Casa Batlló and La Pedrera await your admiration. Dive into history and art as you stand in awe of the Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudis unfinished masterpiece.There, your guide will share intriguing facts about the monument as you marvel at its exterior and enjoy free time to take the best pictures (Option to purchase entrance tickets to explore its interior during your free time). As the sunset paints the horizon, return to Madrid aboard the high-speed train, carrying memories of a day brimming with discoveries.
Itinerary:
10:30h Walking from Sants to Plaza España and MNAC
11:30h Transfer from Plaza España to Colon
11:50h Start from the walking tour in The Gothic Neighborhood (1h30)
13:20h Free time for lunch in Plaza Cataluña
15:00h Walking tour from Paseo de Gracia to Sagrada Familia (1h30)
16:30h Arrival to Sagrada Familia with 45 minutes of free time (Option to purchase Sagrada Familia tickets and enjoy 45 minutes of free time to visit it)
17:30h Transfer to Sants
18:00h Arrival at Sants
18:30/19h Departure of the train
21/21:30h Arrival in Madrid
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