Barcelona Highlights Private Tour with Port or Hotel Transfers





Description
Enjoy Barcelona in a private vehicle driven by professional drivers, uniformed and multilingual. The driver will pick you up at your centrally located hotel in Barcelona and will show you around some of the city's most famous landmarks such as la Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, la Pedrera-Casa Milà and many more! Your driver will not join you while you visit your desired stops by foot or while you go inside a monument; your driver will be inside the vehicle waiting for you.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Start of the Tour from your Hotel or the Port. The itinerary can change depending on the starting/ending place and the preferences of the client.
The Puerto Olímpico de Barcelona is a leisure port located in front of Villa Olímpica, between the beaches of Barceloneta and Nova Icària, in the San Martín district.
The Sagrada Familia is a catholic basilica projected by Antonio Gaudí. The construction began in 1882 and it's going on to this day. It's considered Gaudí's masterpiece, one of Spain's main attractions and the most visited church in Europe, just after Saint Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. When its construction concludes, it will be the tallest christian church in the world.
Paseo de Gracia is one of the main avenues in Barcelona. It's full of commercial and business areas; it also includes lots of important examples of Modernist Architecture, such as the Casa Batlló or la Pedrera by Antoni Gaudí, and other houses by great Catalan architects like Lluís Domènech i Montaner. These buildings are considered to be part of the World Heritage by the Unesco. The avenue is located in the center of Barcelona, the Ensanche, and it connects Plaza Cataluña to the east with the Calle Mayor de Gracia to the west.
The Casa Milà, commonly known as "La Pedrera" is a Modernist building by Antoni Gaudí, built between 1906 and 1910. It is one of the most visited buildings in Barcelona, with 20 million visitors since its opening to the public in 1987.
The Casa Batlló is a building built by Antoni Gaudí, the greatest exponent of the Catalan "Modernisme" (a modernist Catalan movement). The construction was between 1904 and 1906. It is located in the number 43 of Paseo de Gracia, in the named "Manzana de la Discordia" (literally "Apple of Discord"). This name was born due to the concentration of modernist buildings by different architects: la Casa Amatller, la Casa Lleó i Morera, la Casa Mulleras and la Casa Josefina Bonet.
The Casa Amatller is a Modernist building adjacent to the Casa Batlló and near the Casa Lleó i Morera. It was projected by the architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch between 1898 and 1900.
The Casa Lleó i Morera is a Modernist building built by the architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner. It's located in the number 35 in Paseo de Gracia.
Plaza Cataluña is a centric square in Barcelona, one of the city's nerve centers. It has an area of 5 hectares. It constitutes the point of union between the old town of Barcelona and the Ensanche (one of the city's districts).
The Vía Layetana is a street that communicates the Ensanche with the Port traversing Ciutat Vella. It received its name in honor of the first Iberian inhabitants of the area.
The Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica Metropolitana de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia is the Gothic Cathedral of Barcelona. The Cathedral was built between the XIIIth and XVth Centuries over the old Romanesque cathedral, which was also built over a paleochristian basilica, remains of which can be seen in the underground of the Museo de Historia de la Ciudad. Its facade is more modern than the rest of the building (XIXth Century) but it shares style with the totality of the Cathedral. This building is considered to be Asset of Cultural Interest and since the 2nd of November 1929, National Artistic Historical Monument.
The Barrio Gótico is a district with charm that has many medieval alleys full of trendy bars, pubs and Catalan restaurants. The artisans sell leather goods and beading products next to the Cathedral, and flower stands and food can be found in the busy Rambla. At the Plaza del Pi, named this way thanks to its basilica, there is an art market every weekend.
The Paseo de Colón is an avenue in the Ciudad Vieja District, that runs parallel to the sea between the squares of Antonio López and Puerta de la Paz, where you will find the Colombus Monument.
The Columbus Monument is an scultoric complex located in the square Portal de la Paz in Barcelona. Built in honor of Christopher Colombus, it stands in the point of union between las Ramblas and the Paseo de Colón, in front of the old port of Barcelona. The monument was built during the context of improvement of the coastal part of the city on the score of the Universal Exposition of Barcelona of 1888. Inaugurated the 1st of June 1888 during the Exposition, it quickly became one of the most characteristic icons of the city. On the inside of the column there is an elevator that allows you to go up to a half sphere situated below the feet of the statue, where you can view the city.
The Castillo de Montjuic is an old militar fortress located in the mountain of Montjuïc. Historically the castle has had an important role during different relevant chapters of the History of Barcelona.
The Jardins del Mirador del Alcalde are located in Montjuïc, in the Sants-Montjuïc District. They were elaborated between 1962 and 1969 by Joaquim Casamor, while the monumental fountain was made by Carles Buïgas. Next to this viewpoint we can find one of Montjuïc's cableway's stops.
Anella Olímpica (Olympic Ring) is the name of the space and group of sportive facilities located in Montjuïc receive, that were built or restored for the Barcelona 1992 Olympics. It has an approximate area of 400 hectares.
The Estadio Olímpico is a sports venue situated in Montjuïc. The original stadium was inaugurated the 20th of May of 1929 by Alfonso XIII, a day after the International Exposition. On the score of the Olympics of 1992, the stadium was rebuilt practically in its totality (1985-1989), being re-inaugurated 60 years later as "Estadio Olímpico" the 8th of September of 1989 by king Juan Carlos I. Designed by Barcelona based architect Pere Domènech i Roura, son of modernist architect Domènech i Montaner, it was projected to house future Olympics, that after aplying 4 times, would arrive to Barcelona 63 years later.
The Palau Sant Jordi is a multifunctional pavilion on Montjuïc. It was built on the score of the Olympic Games of 1992, inaugurated in 1990. It is considered the gem of the so-called "Anillo Olímpico de Montjuïc", which also include facilities such as the Estadio Olímpico and the Pisicinas Picornell (Picornell Pools).
The Museo Nacional de Arte de Cataluña (MNAC) stands out thanks to its Romanesque Art collection, considered to be one of the most complete ones in the world. Also known as Palacio Nacional (National Palace), it was built for the International Exposition of 1929.
The Pueblo Español is an outdoor architectural museum located in Montjuïc, close to the Magical Fountain. The enclosure contains 117 life-sized buildings that represent a typical Spanish village, with its streets, houses, squares, theatre, school, restaurants and artisanal workshops. It was built due to the International Exposition of 1929. At the beginning, it was planned that the enclosure would be built only for 6 months (the duration of the Exposition), but the success this place had allowed this place to remain complete to this day.
The Magical Fountain of Montjuïc was built on the score of the International Exposition of 1929 by Carles Buïgas in the place where the Four Columns by Puig i Cadafalch were located. During the 80s, music was incorporated to the fountain's show, and just before the Olympic Games of 1992 in Barcelona they were totally restored. The fountain was also one of the external stages for the celebration of the MTV Europe Music Awards 2002. Since 2013, the Barcelona Campanadas (a New Years' Spanish tradition) are celebrated in this place.
The towers to access the enclosure of the Exposition of 1929, known as "Torres Venecianas", are two twin ornamental towes, located at the intersection of Avenida de la Reina María Cristina with Plaza España. The name "Torres Venecianas" is due to their similarity with the belfry of Saint Mark in Venice. Built by Ramon Reventós as the access of the enclosure of the International Exposition in Barcelona; nowadays they work as the access to the enclosure of Montjuïc's Fira Barcelona.
Barcelona's Plaza España is one of the most emblematic points of the city. It was built during the International Exposition of 1929, following a project by Puig i Cadafalch and Guillem Busquets. It was finished by Antoni Darder. It is an important center of the city's traffic from which you can acces to the area of Montjuïc, and where the Feria de Muestras and the Museo Nacional de Arte de Cataluña (MNAC) are located. Other relevant buildings in the square are the Centro Comercial Las Arenas (old bullring and actual mall, artwork in "neomudéjar" style, an Islamic inspired style), as well as the so-called Torres Venecianas, inspired by the famous belfry in Venice, built by Ramon Reventós for the International Exposition of 1929.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure Point: Your Hotel in Barcelona City Duration of the tour: 4 hours We provide you the Opportunity to Discover the City of Barcelona, Visiting the Landmarks of Most Interest and Relevance. Visit Antoni Gaudi´s architecture: la Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, Casa Batlló, la Pedrera - Casa Milà. Visit Montjuïc, las Ramblas, Paseo Colón, the Port and Vila Olímpica.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Reviews(163)
We had a great time with Mari! She was knowledgeable and tailored the tour to our needs. A great way to see Barcelona with someone who was born and raised in Barcelona.
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had a great time with Mari. She is truly passionate about sharing her city, and we're glad her local knowledge and personalized approach helped make your experience in Barcelona so enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back to Barcelona in the future.
Great experience in a more relaxed atmosphere and with a more private environment. We received great historical information and insights.
We are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and appreciated the more relaxed and private atmosphere, as well as the historical information shared during the tour. It was a pleasure assisting you, and we hope to welcome you again in Barcelona in the future.
This was our second time using this tour company when debarking from a cruise in Barcelona. It's the ultimate convenience, and makes the most of the few hours you may have in the city before departing. I was in contact with the driver/guide (Carlos) as we arrived in port, and he met us with a sign right outside the cruise luggage collection. They have a set tour that hits all the Barcelona highlights, which is what we did on our first trip, and which is an excellent overview. This time we had prebooked the Guell park (which as an aside definitely requires pre-booking -- you can't just show up on the day and hope to get in, as we learned on our first trip), so Carlos modified the tour itinerary to accommodate stopping at the park and other places we wanted to see this time around. The van is large, pleasant, and secure -- we felt comfortable leaving all our luggage in it whenever we left it to tour (Carlos usually remained in the van). Carlos himself was friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and spoke excellent English. Our first guide was equally excellent. If we're lucky enough to take another cruise that stops or ends at Barcelona, we will definitely book this company again. Thank you!
Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed and kind review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us again and that Carlos was able to make your visit to Barcelona smooth, flexible, and enjoyable. It is also great to know that the pre-arranged visit to Park Güell worked well and that you appreciated the comfort and convenience of the service. Your comments mean a lot to our team and will certainly be shared with Carlos. We truly appreciate your trust in us and look forward to welcoming you again should your travels bring you back to Barcelona in the future.
Our driver Carlos was very accommodating and helpful. He made sure we were able to accomplish what we wanted to do with the limited time we had. He brought us to a great restaurant (Salamanca) by the beach and the port where we had an excellent paella before taking us to the cruise port just in time to embark.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had a pleasant experience with our driver Carlos and that he was able to help you make the most of your limited time in Barcelona. We are also very happy that you enjoyed the restaurant recommendation and had the opportunity to experience the beach and port area before your cruise embarkation. Your comments are truly appreciated, and we will be sure to share them with Carlos. We hope to welcome you again in Barcelona in the future. Kind regards,
This tour goes to all the major sights in Barcelona. Our driver was very nice and knowledgeable and our guide Mirea was extremely good! Her English is excellent and her knowledge is deep. We customized the tour on the spot because we had seen some of the highlights on a previous day. Both Mirea and our driver were flexible. We highly recommend this tour.
Thank you very much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that both the driver and Mireia helped make your experience in Barcelona special. We will be very happy to share your comments with them. It’s wonderful to know that the flexibility of the tour allowed you to adapt the itinerary to your preferences and make the most of your time in the city. Thank you again for your trust and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Barcelona in the future.
Thank you for this service. Yandry our driver was on time, in a nice large vehicle, he was knowledgeable, flexible on our tour, and delivered everyone where they needed to go. He delivered us to our Hotel, other friends to the Airport, and others back to the ship terminal. Everything was perfect. Highly recommend this service.
Thank you very much for your kind words—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re delighted to hear that everything went perfectly and that Yandry provided a punctual, flexible, and knowledgeable service. It’s great to know that everyone was comfortably taken to their respective destinations. Your recommendation means a lot to us and motivates our team to continue delivering the highest standard of service. We hope to have the pleasure of assisting you again in the future
Our driver Carlos was very helpful in giving us the tour we were wanting. We were being picked up from the cruise terminal and needed to be dropped off near the airport. It was nice to just take a leisurely private tour of the town and visited a number of places that he let us get out for a few minutes and see without having to wait for an entire bus-load of people.
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are thrilled to hear that Carlos was able to provide the tour you were hoping for and that you enjoyed the flexibility of a private tour. It’s wonderful to know that you could explore the city at your own pace and enjoy the sights comfortably. Your comments are greatly appreciated, and we look forward to the pleasure of assisting you again on your next visit to Barcelona.
Positive experience overall. The guide, Anna was knowledgeable and kept us engaged most of the time. We requested her to take us to places where we are capture a lot of memories through our lenses but most of the places we went to were just blah. They were nice places but weren’t too exciting. We have traveled to so many countries and have seen so many amazing places that our expectations are very high, which honestly were not fully met during the tour. That said, it was overall a good tour. Anna took us to all the places we wanted to see and some. Anna at one point thought I was going to jaywalk, which I found annoying. And we felt a bit rushed at the end, even though we had plenty of time remaining. Other than that, the driver was really nice and professional.
Our guide was great. We literally went right in to the security line with the skip the line. The information he provided, the places he took us, were all outstanding. If you go in the afternoon and the sun is out, which it was, the colors from the light through the stained glass were amazing. A must see that is unlike anything else in the world.
Great service from friendly and knowledgeable staff. We enjoyed our private tour of Barcelona. Highly recommend their services.



