Top Barcelona Seasonal & Special Occasions - page 9

See the coast of Barcelona from the sea and the sky with this combined water sports package. You'll start with a parasailing experience that takes you up to the height of a tower at nearly 500 feet (150 m), then back to the sea to bounce over the waves aboard a jet ski. 2 seats. No permit is required.

Be inspired by the world-renowned architect Antoni Gaudí in Barcelona during a half-day mosaic workshop that teaches you a little-known technique known as *trencadis*. Rather than buying standard souvenirs, create a unique and colorful piece of artwork to take home. Plus, a small group ensures you receive personalized attention from your instructor.

Explore the culinary delights of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter on this small group tour, featuring a variety of traditional tapas paired with local drinks. Start at the vibrant Plaça del Pi, where an expert guide shares insights into the city’s food culture. Visit a historic tavern for authentic bites like patatas bravas and croquettes, and enjoy a renowned restaurant’s signature dishes. Your journey continues to a charming bodega housed in a former glass workshop, where you can savor classic Catalan specialties paired with vermouth. This immersive experience reveals the rich history and flavors that define this iconic neighborhood. - 3-hour small group tour with a maximum of 8 participants - 3 food stops featuring multiple tastings for a full meal - Includes cider, wine/beer, and vermouth with your dishes - Explore the Gothic Quarter’s history while tasting local delicacies

Hear the wind in the sails and the Mediterranean slapping against the hull as you soak up the sights of Barcelona on this classic sailboat cruise. See skyline icons such as Montjuïc Castle and Gaudí’s La Sagrada Familia from a fresh perspective, with commentary from your expert skipper-guide. Numbers are limited to just 11 travelers, ensuring an intimate experience, with snacks included.

Let your hair down for an evening on this guided bar and club crawl through Barcelona. Watch the city come alive after dark, as you hop between the vibrant bars of the Gothic Quarter. Meet other travelers, enjoy a free shot at each location, and dance the night away at a local club.

Discover the life and work of Pablo Picasso on this private experience that takes you on a guided tour of Barcelona's renowned Picasso Museum. After exploring the museum, your guide will take you on a walk through El Born district for a taste of old Barcelona as you walk along the same streets where the young Picasso found inspiration for his early work.

Trade in the art museums for something a little more playful at House of Candy, a whimsical immersive experience in Barcelona. Explore 12 multisensory rooms—including a licorice pool, bouncy castle, and forest of giant gummy bears—designed to delight visitors of all ages. At the end, browse artisan treats including fresh gelato, cookies, and specialty coffee.

Enjoy a day outside of Barcelona tasting wine and cava with this private wine tasting tour. Visit two of the oldest wineries in the Penedés wine region, known for their organic wines and cava sparkling wine. Learn about the traditional mixing methods for cava, and enjoy a taste or yourself. Includes a lunch of typical Catalan tapas at a wine cellar.

If you’re a beer lover, go beyond just drinking the amber nectar on a tour of the Estrella Damm Brewery in Barcelona. Go behind the scenes and see how beers are produced and brewed in the Kettle Room and Power Generator Room, before expanding your palate during a tasting session.

Skip the tourist-focused restaurants and discover Barcelona’s food culture through the neighborhood of Poble-Sec. This guided tapas tour introduces you to independently owned restaurants and bars where locals gather, helping you sample authentic dishes with confidence. Along the way, learn about the city’s history, culture, and culinary traditions for a more meaningful experience than dining on your own.

Combine a self-guided tour of Barcelona with an engaging treasure hunt across the city as you search for clues beneath the Arc de Triomf or the Cathedral of Barcelona on this app-based adventure tour experience. Discover Barcelona’s Gothic District, catching glimpses of the Mediterranean in the distance as you explore the area’s historic streets.

Visiting a working Cava producer outside Barcelona to learn the production process—and leave with a bottle you've labeled and corked yourself—requires local contacts and transport that most visitors don't have. This private workshop covers the origins and production of Cava at a winery with an onsite farmhouse, with tastings of at least three varieties and a bottling session included.

Discover Barcelona at its most atmospheric: at dusk. This sunset cruise takes you out onto the Mediterranean Sea on board a luxury yacht as the sun goes down over the water. As you set sail, a saxophonist will set the mood and you can unwind while soaking up the views and enjoying snacks including olives, cheese, and salami, as well as beverages such as beer, wine, and cava.

Climb aboard our luxurious catamaran and delight in the magnificent views of Barcelona while enjoying wine and tapas. First, meet your skipper and crew in Badalona. Next, set sail from the exclusive port in the metropolitan area of Barcelona. Then choose your music, enjoy a drink and savor a traditional Mediterranean-style tapa. Explore the different decks of our catamaran, from the bow nets to feel the sea up close and sunbathe. Finally, sail back to the port and climb back onto dry land, with a new perspective of Barcelona from the sea and its beauty, and a satisfied appetite.

Reaching the remote Nuria Valley in the Pyrenees can be difficult to organize on your own. This guided small-group excursion from Barcelona takes care of the logistics, pairing a scenic hike with a rack railway journey so you can focus on the experience. Enjoy a route that includes the historic Cami Vell de Nuria, a sacred spring, and the shrine of the Virgin of Nuria.

Eat and drink your way through Barcelona on a small-group tour exploring the city’s iconic flavors—from tapas and local products to wine, vermouth, and sparkling cava. Discovering the food scene with a local guide puts every taste into its cultural context. And, you’ll get tips on how to eat and drink like a Spaniard in a city that’s famed for its cuisine.

See Barcelona from its most scenic side—on the water—with this intimate pedal cruise. Your captain is there to ensure all goes well, but it’s you and your crew pedaling along the way (okay, there's an engine, too). With sangria, beer, and soft drinks flowing, not to mention music playing, it’s a fun, personalized adventure your group won’t soon forget.

Swap steps for smooth sailing on this Segway ride through Barcelona. Meet your local guide in the historic Gothic Quarter, then zip through bustling squares, scenic parks, and charming neighborhoods. Stop at iconic landmarks such as the Sagrada Familia and soak up stories of the city's past while enjoying the sights and sounds of modern life.

Learn about the esoteric and spiritual side of Barcelona with this walking tour led by a local guide. You’ll learn about Templars, Masons, alchemy, and Kabbalah, uncovering symbols and seeing important sites of spiritual significance as you walk through the Barri Gotic, starting from Plaça Catalunya and ending at Plaça del Rei.

Save tired legs and explore Barcelona at a faster pace with this guided Segway or electric scooter tour. To ensure you feel safe and comfortable, helmets are provided, and along the way, you can check off lots of great photo opportunities, such as the Arc de Triomf, El Born, and an old Roman wall.

Step inside a professional ceramics studio for a small-group workshop led by an instructor who has exhibited their work across Europe and North America. Learn all about crafting, techniques, and materials, before rolling up your sleeves and making your own cup from scratch. Finished pieces take 1-2 weeks to dry, so visitors can either have their piece shipped home—extra cost—or choose from finished designs by makers Taller Gingell.

Ditch Barcelona’s touristy tapas bars and learn to make the real thing yourself. This small-group class walks you through classic tapas staples such as tortilla and Gambas al Ajillo (garlic shrimp) before sharing the secret to a proper sangria. Between cooking sessions, sample three local craft beers with pairing tips and leave with the recipes and know-how to recreate everything at home.

Eat like a local on this small-group walking tour of Barcelona’s authentic tapas bars, taking you far beyond the tourist traps and crowds. Walk between a variety of traditional eateries in the Old Town and El Born neighborhoods, sampling dishes such as patatas bravas (potatoes with a spicy sauce), Iberian ham, and tortilla de patatas (Spanish omelet). Wash it all down with local wine, cava, or vermut.

Lots of tours allow you to experience Barcelona’s wine scene, but not many let you sample local wines while sailing on the Mediterranean Sea. On this small-group wine tasting and sailing experience, try a handpicked selection of wines paired with some Spanish appetisers while a sommelier teaches you each bottle’s unique history.