Top Barcelona Full-day Tours - page 2

Trace the footsteps of Catalonia’s signature surrealist without worrying about parking or bus schedules on this guided Dalí tour from Barcelona, with different schedules for peak season and the rest of the year. In July-August, you’ll visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum, the Castle of Púbol (own expense), and Sant Marti d'Empuries; the rest of the year, you’ll follow the Theatre-Museum with Cadaqués and the Salvador Dalí House—Portlligat (own expense).

This flexible Montserrat tour allows you to tailor your experience to match your preferences. Choose a guided visit to Montserrat Monastery with time for independent exploration, or enhance your journey with optional add-ons such as a scenic cogwheel train ride, a delicious lunch, or a winery visit complete with tastings.

Revel in the incredible mountain scenery of the Pyrenees on this full-day guided tour from Barcelona. Travel through the charming villages of the Pyrenees’ foothills by minivan, then ride a rack railway to Nuria Valley, a vision of green pastures and peaks overlooking a lake. Drink in the setting and crisp air, and enjoy free time to go hiking, horseback riding, or grab lunch at a traditional restaurant (all own expense).

Montserrat (also known as the “Serrated Mountain”), is a towering rock formation famously home to a mountaintop Benedictine monastery. This tour provides round-trip transportation from Barcelona and allows you to experience Montserrat’s highlights in a single day. During the excursion you can hike through hidden trails and enjoy panoramic views from the mountain’s highest point, and visit the monastery.

Enjoy a unique way to experience Barcelona's La Pedrera-Casa Mila—one of Gaudi's most famous architectural works—when you book tickets to the La Pedrera Night Experience. Upon arrival, tour the iconic landmark until you reach the rooftop, where a light show transforms the architectural features into surreal and spectacular objects. Conclude the evening with a chilled glass of cava and nibbles as you admire the glittering city lights.

Experience the medieval majesty of Girona, an ancient Spanish city replete with historical monuments, on a full-day from Barcelona. Embark on an informative walking tour and marvel at impressive landmarks like Girona Cathedral and one of Europe’s best-preserved Jewish Quarters. See sites where Game of Thrones was filmed and enjoy free time to explore.

Trade Barcelona's urban chaos for a full day of discovery in Catalonia. The cultural, artistic and natural treasures are scattered across the region, making it difficult to experience everything in a single trip. This expertly crafted excursion covers medieval history in Girona, surreal art at the Dalí Museum in Figueres, and the coastal beauty of Cadaqués in one day.

Make a pilgrimage to the mystical mountaintop retreat of Montserrat during this small group or private tour from Barcelona. The small-group option allows you to save money, while the private tour keeps you away from others outside your private group. Explore this nearly 1,000-year-old Benedictine Monastery complex set high above Catalonia. A guide, basilica entrance fee, private transport, and hotel transfers are included.

Visit Girona and the Costa Brava on a full-day tour from Barcelona with a private guide handling the logistics. Rather than sticking to a rigid itinerary, enjoy the flexibility of a private tour and customize the day to your interests. Explore the medieval towns of Girona and Pals on guided walking tours, pause in a picture-perfect Costa Brava village, and explore beaches, coves, and cliffs.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Barcelona for the quiet contemplation and choir song of Montserrat on this guided group tour that takes all the hassle out of planning. Enjoy panoramic views from the Monserrat Rack Railway as you ascend to its mountain top, visit the imposing monastery to see the Black Madonna, and listen in on a recital from the Montserrat boys’ choir (on weekdays).

Seeing the Costa Brava on a DIY day trip from Barcelona means either hiring a car or grappling with bus and train timetables. Save time and effort with air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup, plus an itinerary covering Tossa de Mar, beaches, and a boat ride (own expense). Your guide brings the sights alive, while both private and small-group options include transfers.

Enjoy a trip to the most beautiful village on the Costa Brava, walk along a round road and sail with a small boat that enters three caves. You will see the sea from many different places! We will leave Barcelona by van for only 7 participants at 6: 15h to arrive in Tossa de Mar at 7:30h. The first stop will be at a spectacular viewpoint and then we will walk along a coastal path with spectacular views of the Costa Brava to finish visiting the old part of Tossa de Mar, with medieval walls. There will be free time for breakfast. At 10 am we will sail on a small glass-bottomed boat. The boat will enter three caves and reach Cala Giverola. There you can get off the boat and enjoy that beach as long as you want and return to Tossa whenever you want with another boat. The journey to Giverola takes 40 minutes, the way back to Tossa takes 20 minutes. You will have 4h of free time! At 15h we will return to Barcelona to arrive at 16:30h

Visitors with limited time in Barcelona often face a tough choice—you can explore the city, or visit scenic Montserrat. On this attraction-packed small-group tour, you can actually do both in only a few hours. Let your guide lead the way to many of Barcelona's must-see attractions—including Gaudi treasures—and Montserrat too. Your package includes admission to Montserrat, but skip-the-line entry to Sagrada Familia is at your own expense.

Mix up your Barcelona getaway with a small-group day trip to Andorra. Hop over the border with a guide at your side and soak up this tiny country’s history, culture, and traditions. Take in the views from Mirador del Roc del Quer, perched 6,400 feet (1,950 meters) above sea level, and see the imposing architecture of the Basilica Sanctuary of Meritxell.

Discover the highlights of Catalonia—without needing to plan a thing yourself—on this small-group (or private), full-day tour to Girona and Figueres from Barcelona. Uncover ancient Roman history and stroll through the winding medieval streets of one of Europe's best-preserved Jewish quarters in Girona, then visit the Dali Museum in Figueres, birthplace of the groundbreaking surrealist artist.

Wine lovers—get ready for the ultimate adventure. Swap Barcelona sightseeing for a trip to Montserrat, where you can tour vineyards and visit a family-run cava winery. As well as wine–themed sights, the tour offers some cultural highlights too, with a visit to the Black Madonna statue and Santa Maria de Montserrat Monastery. Also, to ensure you don’t get hungry, a homemade lunch at a family-run winery is included.

Enjoy two of Catalonia’s most notable landmarks in one day—and make your sightseeing hassle-free—on this time-saving tour from Barcelona. Head first to Montserrat mountain, where you can visit its storied basilica and go for a short hike at a relaxed pace in your small group. Then, discover the medieval town of Cardona, known for its imposing castle and historic salt mines. Upgrade your experience to a private tour that promises undivided attention from your guide.

Venture East from Barcelona to Spain’s Costa Brava, and spend the day discovering one of Europe’s prettiest shorelines. Journey along the coast to this famous seaside stretch, known for its rugged cliffs and pine groves, and stop near the lively resort of Blanes. Sunbathe or swim in a tucked-away sandy cove, or choose to stroll through the cliff-edge Marimurtra Botanical Gardens. After a tasty 3-course lunch at a traditional restaurant, enjoy free time to explore, shop, or relax in the charming town of Tossa de Mar.

Visiting Salvador Dali sites independently can mean long drives across rural Catalonia. This private full-day tour simplifies the experience by linking Figueres and Pubol into one planned route from Barcelona. Explore the Dali Theatre Museum, home to the most complete collection of his work, then continue to the Dali Gala Castle in Pubol. Instead of sticking to a set itinerary or feeling rushed, you're free to explore at a pace that suits you, and can customize the stops to your interests.

Escape the metropolitan bustle of Barcelona, and head to the rolling green hills of the Catalonian countryside on a full-day wine and cava tour of the Penedés region. With a professional guide, visit three established wineries that showcase premium Catalan cava, and uncover the secrets behind traditional and modern manufacturing processes. Educate your palate to recognize different varieties during tasting sessions, and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Maximize your Barcelona experience with a personalized tour and a local driver. Skipping the slow-moving groups and pre-designed itineraries, you’ll get to call the shots, exploring the city’s best attractions from the comfort of your private ride. Your driver also knows tips and tricks to get you around the city, increasing your leisure time at spots like the Sagrada Familia, the Arc de Triomf, and beyond.

Enter the mind of Salvador Dalí during this small-group tour of the surrealist’s preferred haunts with convenient hotel pickup from Barcelona. In addition to Figueres, the artist’s birthplace and home to the museum, you'll also check off Cadaqués, a coastal village along the Costa Brava, and Portlligat, a tiny fishing cove. Upgrade to book a private tour.

Escape the city for a day in the mountains on this tour from Barcelona to the famous peak of Montserrat Mountain. Spend time exploring the stunning Montserrat monastery, atrium, and basilica perched on the mountaintop. Soak up the scenery on a dramatic cable car ride to one of the Montserrat top viewpoints, and then embark on an easy hike along the mountainside.

Exploring beyond Barcelona without a car can mean limited access to historic sites and coastal towns that lie beyond the city. This full-day private trip simplifies the logistics, taking you south to Tarragona to explore Roman-era landmarks from the former province of Hispania, then onward to Sitges. With private transportation included, you can move easily between ancient ruins and seaside streets without navigating trains or unreliable regional buses.