Top Barcelona Holidays - page 3

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.

Enjoy a relaxing trip on the water, plus views that most visitors miss, during this intimate sunset sailing trip along the Barcelona coast. As you sail, look out for top sights from the Sagrada Familia and Montjuïc to Barceloneta, all visible from the water's edge. Choose between small-group and private options, upgrade to include live music, and enjoy tapas and drinks along the way.

Over three tasty hours, experience four different culinary stops across Barcelona, taking in some of the city’s best tapas—and drink pairings to boot. Doubling as a walking tour through the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, you’ll get to eat, drink, savor, and see Barcelona like a local, making new friends along the way.

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 La Pedrera (Casa Mila), and get to know the district of Eixample, which has many bars, restaurants, and architectural wonders.

Make exploring beyond Barcelona city limits simple—and journey into the heart of Catalonia's Penedès wine region—on this half-day tasting tour. Accompanied by a guide, visit one of the area’s most esteemed wineries, and discover the rich winemaking traditions that define its many celebrated vintages. Then, cap off the experience when you enjoy a traditional tapas meal, plus a generous wine tasting.

If you’re looking for a perfect spot to watch the sun setting in Barcelona, then swap mainland sights for an adventure on the water. This shared sunset boat trip offers an open bar with alcoholic beverages including the local sparkling wine cava, as you enjoy spectacular views and even the opportunity to hop off the boat and go for a swim.

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.

Explore the landmark hailed as one of Gaudi’s most inspired creations on this self-led audio tour of Casa Milà—also known as La Pedrera—in Barcelona. A must-visit for any architecture fan visiting the city, the surreal structure is easy to discover with a prebooked admission ticket. Choose from a range of start times throughout the day, and explore with an accompanying audio guide to learn more.

Visit Montserrat Mountain and go wine tasting in the Penedés wine safely by leaving the driving to someone else with this tour . Hike to a viewpoint, tour the monastery, see the Black Madonna, hear the famous Children's Choir during the week, and sample local products. After a restaurant lunch with a view, head to a 14th-century winery for a tasting of cava and sparkling wines with charcuterie.

Explore the Catalan coast and enjoy wine tasting with this small-group tour that combines biking and sailing from Barcelona. Choose from a variety of options that include traveling both ways by e-bike, going by e-bike one way and returning by sailing or vice versa, or opting for a car instead of an e-bike. Admire the scenic coastal views then enjoy a tour of a winery to sample their wines before returning to Barcelona.

Gaudi’s magnificent La Sagrada Familia is the undisputed symbol of Barcelona. Enhance your experience of this architectural icon during a tour of the cathedral. Alongside your guide, you’ll gain an appreciation for the finer details of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed landmark’s interior and learn about its inspiration and construction. Finish by ascending to the top of a tower, a unique experience offering panoramic views of Barcelona’s cityscape and coast.

Cover more of Barcelona than you would on foot while enjoying a unique sightseeing experience on a Segway tour. Weave your way around the city sights without worrying about navigating as you follow your guide through Port Olympic, the lush Citadel Park, and the Gothic Quarter. This compact experience is a more adventurous alternative to traditional sightseeing tours.

Enjoy priority access to two Antoni Gaudí masterworks on this half-day skip-the-line tour. Tour the highlights at Park Güell, a park sprinkled with Gaudí buildings and statues. Then, travel by coach to La Sagrada Familia, Gaudí’s unfinished cathedral. Enjoy skip-the-line admission as your guide recounts how the late architect spent more than 40 years working on this showpiece.

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.

Discover Montserrat on a hassle-free day trip from Barcelona that blends transport, sightseeing, and local flavors in one easy package. Travel by scenic cogwheel train to the mountaintop monastery, visit the basilica, and sample traditional liquors and artisanal pastries before customizing the rest of your experience to suit your interests. Choose between a tour that pairs a gourmet wine tasting with tapas and time to explore, an option that includes a full lunch and winery visit with three wine tastings, or a Montserrat-only package without the winery. There’s also a Spanish-language tapas tour available for those who prefer to explore in Spanish.

Refine your knowledge of wine with this guided tasting session in Barcelona, which sets you up to confidently order during the rest of your vacation. At a gourmet wine and food shop, a sommelier educates your palate and helps you to recognize the subtle flavors of five Catalan wines. Enjoy regional snacks such as bread, cheese, and olives, then make the most of the chance to purchase fine Spanish produce in the store—including wine you won't find back at home.

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.

Skip the tourist-focused restaurants and discover Barcelona’s culinary traditions through the Gothic Quarter with a local guide. This small-group experience combines authentic tapas, regional drinks, and cultural insights, helping you understand the stories behind the dishes and neighborhoods you visit. Carefully selected venues and personalized attention create an immersive introduction to the city’s food scene.

Discover the true essence of the FC Barcelona. Visit the Immersive Tour, the new Barça Museum, where through different interactive experiences, you can discover the past, the present and the future of one of the best soccer team in the world.

Experience Barcelona's food scene in a more immersive way than by simply booking a restaurant meal. Instead, learn to make Spanish tapas, traditional paella, and sangria with the hands-on help of a chef, then share a hearty meal of classic local cuisine that you've helped make. All great Spanish food starts with super fresh ingredients, and you begin this cooking class with a guided trip through La Boqueria market before heading to a professional teaching kitchen.

Have limited time in Barcelona? See the best of the city in a single day on this comprehensive tour. With round-trip transit directly from your hotel, see and do more than you could alone. Tour the Passeig de Gracia, glimpse Las Ramblas, admire views from Montjuic, and explore the Old Town on foot. Then, discover two of architect Antoni Gaudi's top landmarks when you visit Park Guell and La Sagrada Familia (own expense or included with private option).

For some of the best sunset views in all of Barcelona don't miss this evening cruise, where your skipper whisks you out of Port Olimpic for a sail along the coast. You can glide through the waves, relax on the indoor and outdoor seating, and enjoy included snacks. Then it's time for the highlight of the evening: as the sun dips over the city you can admire the Barcelona cityscape, imbibing the sea air as you go.

Take a guided tour of UNESCO-listed Park Güell, designed by renowned architect Antoni Gaudí. Follow your guide on an in-depth exploration of this magnificent site, checking out some of its most picturesque sights and learning about its eccentric designer. Along the way you're sure to enjoy the park's intricate tile work, colorful architecture, and stunning city views afforded by its hilltop location. Your Park Güell tour also includes entrance fees at the site.

Enjoy an evening of classic Spanish cuisine and culture on a small-group tour that combines the best of Barcelona's tapas and wine with the traditional art of flamenco . Visit several of the city’s best tapas bars in the historic Born and Gothic neighborhoods to sample authentic Catalan dishes accompanied by excellent Spanish wine. After getting your fill, those interested customers can head to a typical flamenco venue for a live show (entrance extra).