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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. For those who want to see more, upgrade your ticket to include a visit to one of the towers.

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).

Glide around Barcelona’s most alluring attractions on an electric bike tour led by a local guide. Enjoy the ease of riding a speedy electric bike as your guide takes you to landmarks such as La Sagrada Familia. Select from three different itineraries according to your interests, and gain fascinating insights into the culture of Catalonia’s vibrant capital. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere and personalized attention on this small-group tour.

Skip planning and lines on this full-day private tour of Barcelona’s heritage, architecture, and gastronomy. Combine walking and taxi rides to explore key sites, including Palau Güell, La Boqueria Market, and the Gothic Quarter. Enjoy a tapas lunch with wine (if option selected) on Rambla Catalunya, then visit Park Güell and end with skip-the-line access to Sagrada Familia with either an official tour guide or audio guide in your language.

See Montserrat on your own way with this private half-day tour from Barcelona. You'll skip the crowds of the tourist groups, and travel to the pilgrimage site with your guide. Once there, how you spend your time is to you.

Discover the Gothic grandeur and maritime charm of Barcelona on a Segway tour that helps you cover more sights than you would walking. You'll travel between hot spots such as the Arc de Triomf, Parc de la Ciutadella, and La Barceloneta, with your guide leading the way so you don't have to navigate. Plus, a small group ensures you can explore at a pace suited to everyone.

See a new side of Catalonia, and enjoy a hassle-free way to explore the highlight Montserrat Monastery, on this small-group, half-day tour. In the morning, depart from central Barcelona via air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, explore the 11th-century Montserrat Monastery, and take a funicular to the mountaintop for spectacular views. After a hike along ancient pilgrim routes, browse the local market before you catch a ride back to Barcelona

After dark, Barcelona comes to life. Lose yourself in the history, flavors, and culture on this small-group food and walking tour, all capped off with a live flamenco show in the city’s Gothic Quarter. Explore highlights of the Old Town safely at night, then taste traditional Catalonian dishes and drinks that you might overlook if alone. Then, complete the two-in-one experience with one of Spain's cultural treasures: a live flamenco show at an authentic tablao theater.

Spend an exciting day swimming, snorkeling, and soaking up the sun on Costa Brava during this small-group excursion from Barcelona. Travel up the coast to a relaxed beach and enjoy activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and cliff jumping in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean. Lunch and equipment are also included making this an easy day away from the city.

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.

Girona served as the backdrop to some of the most dramatic scenes in "Game of Thrones", but knowing where to find the filming sites alone can be tough. Much of the city’s Old Town was transformed into the streets and landmarks of King’s Landing and Braavos, two fictional towns from the HBO hit series. Learn about key filming sites and hear insider gossip about the show from a guide. You’ll also discover some of Girona’s striking landmarks including the Cathedral of Santa Maria.

Barcelona’s markets are famous for their vast abundance of produce and colorful stalls. Visit La Boqueria and Santa Caterina markets with your guide and stroll between the stalls like a local, tasting authentic treats such as nougat and olives, without worrying about a language barrier. See hidden gems like a caganer shop and the historic Gothic Quarter’s El Born Market, exploring Barcelona’s food culture and traditions.

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.

Large bus tours to Figueres and the Costa Brava often move quickly, limiting time at each stop. This small-group tour from Barcelona caps numbers at eight travelers, creating a more relaxed pace throughout the day. Travel directly to Figueres to visit the Dali Museum with time to focus on the artist’s life and work, then continue to the Costa Brava to enjoy the coastline without rushing.

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.

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.

When your cruise ship sails into the harbor of Barcelona, get acquainted with the Catalonian capital’s rich cultural tapestry on a half- or full-day sightseeing shore excursion. With a knowledgeable guide, explore the Gothic Quarter, ascend Montjuic hill, and sail past long lines outside of La Sagrada Familia (extra expense), Gaudi’s famously unfinished modernist masterpiece. Upgrade to the full-day tour to include visits to Park Güell and La Pedrera.

One of the most-visited cities in the world, this private tour takes you so far beyond the average tourist’s experience of Barcelona, you’ll practically earn a local’s badge of honor. Your guide starts in Rome’s Barcelona some 2,000 years ago—at Ciutat Vella—and walks you through the architecture, art, and stories of the following centuries, from the Gothic Quarter to Las Ramblas to Placa de Sant Jaume and beyond.

Explore the majestic Natural Park of Montserrat on a small-group tour and hike, ascending the mountain for breathtaking views. Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat and learn about the monks' daily life. Trek ancient pilgrimage paths, discovering diverse flora and fauna, and savor panoramic vistas. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore the monastery, taste local specialties, and shop before returning to Barcelona.

Step back in time on this uncommon walking tour of Barcelona, retracing the footsteps of fascists and anarchists in the Spanish Civil War. Following your guide, you’ll go well beyond the guidebooks, discovering the catalysts behind this often-overlooked conflict, what life was like under Franco’s fascist dictatorship, and you'll see firsthand why Barcelona was dubbed one of Europe's “most explosive” cities.

Get to know Spain’s Penedès region better on a small-group cava- and wine-tasting tour from Barcelona. Visit a winery in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, the capital of cava, Catalonia’s answer to Champagne, then explore a second winery’s vineyards on a Jeep. Get plenty of opportunities to taste both wine and cava, and indulge in local delights such as cheese and charcuterie. Includes return minibus transportation from Barcelona.

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.

Admire Barcelona’s skyline from the water without the expense of a private charter—or the crowds of a large cruise—on this small-group yacht trip. Board a sailing yacht with a maximum of nine guests and relax as you absorb the views and breezes, watch for dolphins, savor a drink and snack and, if the weather allows, stop for a swim. A choice of morning or afternoon departures offer flexibility.

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.