Barcelona in a Day: Park Guell, Sagrada Familia & City Walk
Highlights
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Explore Park Guell in the morning without the crowds.
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See stunning views of the city from atop Tibidabo.
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Take strategically planned transport between sites.
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Tour the Sagrada Familia with a knowledgeable guide.
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Enjoy a stroll through the historic Gothic Quarter.
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Relax with an aperitif in a unique hidden venue.
Summary
Explore Barcelona’s most unmissable sites and monuments on a comprehensive day-long walking tour of the city.
Tour info
Duration
7 hours 48 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
This full-day Barcelona tour offers a comprehensive and unforgettable exploration of the Catalan capital. Over the course of nearly eight hours, you’ll make your way from the whimsical beauty of Park Guell to the charming, winding streets of the Gothic Quarter, covering more of Barcelona than any other tour on the market. In addition to the can’t-miss sites, plenty of unexpected special moments await, such as breathtaking views from the top of Tibidabo and an aperitif in a charming historical venue. Whether you're short on time or just eager to see it all, this is the perfect way to soak up the essence of this vibrant city.
Your full-day tour begins with the first entry of the day at Park Guell. Without the usual crowds that gather later on, you'll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the details and symbolism of the park's exceptional architecture. Hear how famed architect Antoni Gaudi was inspired by nature, and how the park transformed from a failed urban development project to the whimsical space you’ll explore today.
Once the park begins to fill up, you’ll head to the top of Tibidabo in a private minibus. While the Sagrat Cor church atop the mountain is visible from all over Barcelona, getting there on your own can be complicated. Relax and enjoy the ride, then be struck breathless by the panoramic vistas of the city from this high perch. Your guide will point out some of the various landmarks you'll encounter throughout the day and share fun facts, like the surprising connection between Tibidabo and the TV show Friends!
Next, you’ll make your way down to the heart of Barcelona to visit the world-famous Sagrada Familia. As you admire the distinct façades of the Basilica, your guide will explain the reasons for their individual styles. You’ll also hear how Gaudí's untimely death impacted the building's lengthy construction, which has been ongoing for more than 120 years.
After an insightful visit to Barcelona’s most famous church, you’ll take a short break for lunch. While not included in the price, your guide will be happy to share recommendations for where to eat nearby on any budget.
Following the break, you’ll meet back up with your guide and group and head to the Gothic Quarter via metro, thus avoiding the mid-afternoon traffic. Back at street level, you’ll delve into the maze-like streets of the Gothic Quarter to unravel nearly 2,000 years of Barcelona’s history. From ancient Roman walls to a rare public artwork by Picasso, there are countless stories waiting for you along these streets.
Finally, you’ll end your exploration of Barcelona on a delicious note: with snacks and a drink! Enjoy both at a one-of-a-kind historic bookstore that now serves double duty as a tapas bar.
What’s included?
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Expertly guided walking tour -
Local English-speaking guide -
Private transportation (minibus) from Park Guell to Tibidabo and Sagrada Familia -
Skip the line tickets to Park Guell and Sagrada Familia -
Metro tickets to Old Town -
Tapa & 1 drink -
Lunch
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Gratuities
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Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Things to know
Redemption information
Mobile tickets will be accepted
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
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