Top Barcelona Holidays - page 3

Dip into Barcelona’s culinary repertoire on a half-day small-group walking tour around its foodie hotspots. With a culinary guide, learn about Barcelona’s history and cuisine as you stroll the lanes, squares, and backstreets of the Gothic and El Born quarters. Taste local favorites at La Boqueria Market, make four tapas stops, sample wine, and savor lunch.

Discover the coastal splendor of the Costa Brava region on a full-day trip to Girona and Calella de Palafrugell from Barcelona. Travel through the scenic Catalan countryside, and discover the atmospheric streets of Girona’s medieval Old Town. Admire the flagrant fortresses of Pals, absorb the seaside charm of rural fishing village, Calella de Palafrugell, and admire the dramatic landscapes of Begur, the former home of an ancient castle. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

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.

When you dine solo in a new city, you miss the story behind each dish and the relevance of each ingredient. On this half-day small-group food and wine tour, journey to a range of Barcelona eateries in the medieval district of El Born to sample rich paellas, ‘bomba de Barceloneta’ filled fried potato balls, and an eggplant tortilla or fried eggplant in balsamic honey, all paired with local wines and vermouth cocktails.

Experience Barcelona’s vibrant nightlife scene on a private guide pub crawl around the city center. Visit some of the coolest venues in the city, including cocktail bars, pubs, and dance clubs, with games and entry to all clubs. Spend the night mingling, drinking, and dancing without the worry of where the next stop is—an expert as you covered.

Visit two Barcelona must-sees in one day without any rushing for trains or buses—and with a guide to provide background and stories on each site—on this full-day, small-group tour. Explore the wonders of the Sagrada Familia (tickets own expense) to admire Gaudi’s mastery, and after a stroll around Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, be transported to Montserrat to explore the mountainside monastery. Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off are included.

Skip the crowds and immerse yourself in Spanish culture on this private guided tour. Stroll through secret passageways and past Roman ruins. Taste delicious tapas, cava, and your choice of red wine, beer, or vermouth. Conclude your experience with a skip-the-line flamenco show in one of the most beautiful palaces in the city—drink included.

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.

Experience Barcelona’s vibrant LGBTQ culture on this small-group bar crawl through Gaixample. It can be difficult for first-time visitors to navigate the city’s queer scene, so this small-group experience guides you directly to the best spots. Connect with locals and fellow travelers over cocktails, experience a drag show, and finish the evening at a disco-themed club.

See more of Barcelona for less with the great-value Barcelona Card. Choose a 3-, 4-, or 5-day Barcelona city pass, and enjoy money-saving deals on a host of sights and activities. Gain free or discounted entry to more than 20 top visitor attractions, including the National Art Museum of Catalonia and Picasso Museum; enjoy savings at other attractions; and get free travel on Barcelona transport services, including the metro and buses. Plus, get a free city metro map.

Take a tapas tour of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, tasting authentic dishes such as vermouth with Iberian ham at family-run spots. Explore Roman walls and cathedrals while your English-speaking guide shares stories behind each bite and local culture. Enjoy a full meal’s worth of tapas and drinks in a small group for a personalized experience. A local English-speaking guide is on hand to navigate the language barrier and provide insight into each destination and dish, plus local life and culture.

Rather than just eating paella, learn the secrets behind Spain’s most famous dish so that you can recreate at home during a cooking class led by a professional chef. The perfect choice for food lovers and first-time visitors, this experience provides an introduction to Barcelona’s culinary heritage and culminates with a 5-course meal accompanied by wine and cava.

Enjoy an authentic taste of Spain's rich gastronomical heritage with this small-group cooking class in Barcelona. In a kitchen overlooking Las Ramblas, learn how to prepare a delicious paella dinner, no matter your cooking experience. Afterward, enjoy your dinner together with a few glasses of wine.

The 1,000-year-old Montserrat Monastery is famed for its miracle-working statue, La Moreneta, or the Black Madonna—but many tours don’t include timed tickets to see the sacred relic. See more of the monastery on a comprehensive tour, which includes transportation from Barcelona and the opportunity to learn more about the sight than you would if you visited on your own.

Learn about Barcelona's local wine and tapas scene with this tasting experience. Sample traditional tapas followed by a proper gastronomic dinner at an upscale restaurant. Enjoy wine pairings with your meal. Along the way, you’ll pass by sites including Casa Milà, and get to know the district of Eixample, which has many bars, restaurants, and architectural wonders.

Indulge in a tutored tasting on a rooftop in the heart of Barcelona—and try a wide range of Spanish wines, all while you learn more about the country's wine scene—with this guided tasting experience. Toast with a welcome glass of sparkling cava, and then proceed to try two white wines, one rosé, and two reds. Light snacks are provided to accompany your wine.

Immerse yourself in Barcelona's beautiful Gothic Quarter during this guided walking tour. Meet your guide and group at a central location, then stroll down the atmospheric alleyways and plazas to see top landmarks, architectural icons, and hidden gems, while learning about the area's rich history, culture, traditions, and people through stories and anecdotes from your guide.

See Montserrat your way, with this flexible half-day tour that allows you to pick from different packages to suit your schedule and preferences. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, and also add-on a scenic cogwheel train ride if you wish. To help you learn more about Montserrat’s highlights, you can enjoy a guided tour, rather than having to study a map.

Enjoy an authentic taste of Spanish tapas and wine with this small-group, guided tasting tour in Barcelona. Join your guide and a small group as you stop at four different bars to enjoy a variety of tapas, as well as unique wines from different regions of Spain. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.

Ditch the hustle and bustle of Barcelona for the day and discover the Catalan countryside on this private full-day tour to Montserrat, complete with wine tasting. Visit the Benedictine Abbey carved into the mountainside and see the famous Escolania boys’ choir. Refuel with a traditional lunch at a countryside restaurant, then continue to a boutique winery in the Penedes region to sample local wines and cava.

Experience the culture and cuisine of Barcelona beyond what you'd find independently on this small-group tour that takes you around the city on an electric bike. Ride through the atmospheric streets of the Catalonia's capital, to hidden squares and alleys, and leave the navigation to your guide. Stay fueled for adventure with tapas and wine at a local bar.

Make a pilgrimage to Montserrat Monastery, one of Spain's key religious sites, during this guided visit. Scale Montserrat Mountain by your choice of cogwheel train or cable car, enjoying striking vistas of the mountain's surreal rock formations. Then visit the Benedictine abbey and the Basilica de Montserrat, to view La Moreneta (the Black Madonna). Your tour includes coach transport and free time to sample the monastery’s liqueurs.

Plunge into the rich culture of Catalonia on a small-group tour to Montserrat and Penedès from Barcelona. Travel to Montserrat where you can visit a Benedictine monastery, go for a walking tour, or admire the views by funicular or cable-car (at your own expense). Then, visit the Penedès wine region and learn about the winemaking history of Catalonia.

Skip the tourist traps and discover Barcelona’s nightlife like a local on this guided pub crawl through the city. Start at a hidden speakeasy or tapas bar to enjoy a charcuterie board, and three included drinks, then follow your guide to more off-the-radar spots—so you know exactly where to go, what to order, and how to make the most of your night, even if it’s your first time in the city.