Top Spain Archaeology Tours - page 4

See two UNESCO World Heritage sites in one day on this visit to the cities of Toledo and Segovia. Admire Segovia’s narrow streets and preserved Roman aqueduct. Uncover ancient mysteries during a guided tour of its historic Alcazar fortress. In Toledo—the city of three cultures—discover magical architecture and the city’s Muslim, Jewish, and Christian history. Upgrade to include a guided tour of Toledo’s Catedral Primada cathedral.

Discover medieval Girona and the Dali Museum in Figueres, where the artist Salvador Dalí was born, on this day trip from Barcelona by air-conditioned coach. With a guide, take a walking tour of Girona’s picturesque Old Town. Learn about the city’s wealth during the Middle Ages and admire the Cathedral and colorful houses huddled along the Onyar River. After free time for lunch, travel to the Dali Museum in Figueres. View the flamboyant, egg-topped exterior of the Dali Theatre-Museum and explore its collection of paintings, sculptures and jewelry.

This tour is a great choice for travelers interested in historic sites. Save time waiting in long visitor lines with a skip-the-line entrance ticket to the stunning complex of Alhambra included. Explore the palace complex and Generalife with a guide, so you don’t get lost. Your guide enhances your day with stories about the history, art, culture, and mysteries of the palace and surrounding area.

Discover Barcelona your way on a private tour with a personal guide. See the city’s top attractions or customize the itinerary to your own preferences. Perhaps visit famous Gaudí landmarks like Sagrada Familia or Park Güell, explore the Gothic Quarter, or visit La Rambla, Barcelona’s bustling promenade. This tour includes air-conditioned transportation, direct from your Barcelona address. Entrance fees are at your own expense, but skip-the-line tickets can be prearranged.

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.

Sail past long lines of tourists trying to gain entry to Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia on this priority access tour of the modernist masterpiece. Accompanied by a guide, head straight inside to get fascinating insight into the history of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed cathedral. Admire the opulent ceilings and stained-glass windows while learning about the building’s charismatic creator. Visit the museum to see exhibits on the cathedral’s history and observe original plaster models and design sketches.

Escape the bustle of Barcelona and head to the Montserrat mountain range on a comfortable, air-conditioned bus—no need to book taxis or organize transport. Choose to explore the historic Basilica and Monastery, with optional Black Madonna tickets and Cogwheel Train rides. Afterwards, if upgrade selected, visit a winery in a 10th-century castle, where you can opt to enjoy tapas or a full lunch with premium wine.

Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, two of Antoni Gaudí’s modernist masterpieces, are globally renowned. Ensure admission and avoid long waits before entering—if time slots are even available—with skip-the-line entry during this guided tour. Visit Park Güell before using private transportation to reach La Sagrada Familia, where you can feast your eyes on the spectacular interior. Choose a group tour or upgrade to a private tour with hotel pickup.

The Prado Museum is one of the most popular attractions in Madrid and without this handy skip-the-line guided tour you could be waiting a long time to get in. Simplify your visit to one of Europe’s top art galleries and learn more about Spanish art and culture than you could touring alone. This small-group tour can be customized to suit your interests.

Montserrat sits about an hour outside Barcelona, and the rail-and-funicular connection takes up much of the day. Round-trip transport runs door-to-door from central hotels, leaving time on the mountain rather than in transit. A guide covers the Benedictine monastery, founded in the 11th century, and the basilica at its center, with admission included.

Learn far more about La Sagrada Familia than you would alone on a tour with a guide who fills you in on the story of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, whose Barcelona masterworks hold UNESCO World Heritage status. Stroll among columns as large as trees, admire the lavish decoration, and view the colorful stained-glass windows. Upgrade to enjoy spectacular views from one of the towers or transform your experience with a private guide.

Delve into Barcelona’s architectural beauty and rich history on this guided tour. Visit some of the city’s most iconic sights in just half a day, with skip-the-line access to Gaudí’s modernist masterpiece, Sagrada Familia. Upgrade to the full-day tour to experience two further Gaudí gems: Park Güell and Milà House (Casa Milà or La Pedrera). Your timed tickets are reserved but you will need to pay your guide for them.

Immerse yourself in two UNESCO World Heritage–listed cities without worrying about train schedules or parking on this convenient day trip from Madrid. With your guide, savor ancient landmarks and fascinating cultural experiences—including a visit to a Toledo metalworker’s studio. Upgrade to bring your UNESCO-listed cities tally to three with a tour of Avila, famed for its medieval city walls.

Discover Barcelona's UNESCO–listed Sagrada Familia cathedral—and smooth out your sightseeing logistics—on this immersive tour. Thanks to your pre-booked tickets, bypass the lengthy lines. With your guide, explore this sublime structure, and learn about its creator, architect Antoni Gaudí. Visit the museum beneath the cathedral, and then cap off your visit by taking the elevator to one of the towers, where you can admire panoramic vistas of Barcelona.

Immerse yourself in the striking scenery, distinctive culture, and rich history of Andalucia during this full-day exploration from Seville. This multi-stop tour includes Ronda (one of Spain's oldest towns), as well as Zahara de la Sierra and Grazalema—two of the region's celebrated White Villages. Additionally, stop to sample local olive oil, and benefit from time for both guided and independent sightseeing.

Explore the dramatic coastal cliffs of Costa Brava without having to drive yourself on this full-day tour from Barcelona. Costa Brava, which translates to ‘rough coast,’ gained its name from the area’s rocky, jagged coastline, which forms into islets and small coves with crystal-clear waters. Stop in the fishing towns with whitewashed walls and narrow alleyways for an authentic glimpse into local culture, and venture out to the rugged coastline and protected parks.

Relive the glory of the Roman Empire on this 2-hour guided tour of ancient Italica from Seville. Explore the evocative ruins, which date back to 206 A.D, and listen as your guide tells stories of life in ancient Roman times. Marvel at the amphitheater and Trajan monument; peek into the thermal baths and gym; and admire the remarkable mosaics in the House of the Planetarium.

This private walking tour is completely special. We will walk the most charming neighborhoods of the city, away from the masses of tourists. We will discover the mysteries, curiosities, legends and anecdotes of the corners of Toledo. We will enter 2 archaeological underground to discover the Unknown Toledo. The night views are spectacular The company reserves the right to cancel if there are not at least 5 people.

Come with us and enjoy this 3-hour walking tour through Palma de Mallorca, get mesmerized by its architecture, its history and a cultural legacy that blends influences from the ancient Romans, Muslims, Jews and Christians. During this beautiful and informative walk, you will count on the company of a private guide, who is also a broad connoisseur of the area, its history, its legends and the most interesting anecdotes that have served to make the main island one of the most cherished jewels of the ancient Kingdom of Aragon.

In for a different adventure after discovering the almost endless beautiful history and buildings from the centre of the city? Come on a tour with us to village of Santiponce and the historical roman city of Itálica! During this 5-hour guided tour you’ll take an electric bike and go to the first roman city in the Iberian Peninsula. After arriving, you will enter the city on foot and discover this historical monument and come to know all about this glorious city. One of the biggest amphitheaters is also something you will learn everything about, next to the emperors who were born here. It is almost magical, and speaking about magic, some scenes from Game of Thrones were filmed here! You will meet your guide at our bike shop, get your bike and you are on your way! After exiting the city, you will be able to enjoy the beautiful countryside. Visiting Itálica is not something you want to miss during your stay in Seville, and there are no better guides for you than at ATD.

It is always much better to visit Italica by the hand of an official guide, otherwise many of the areas that this archaeological site offers us can go unnoticed and it would be a shame if by not going with an official guide you miss out on some of the best offers of this enclave.

Get out of Santander for the day without the hassle of driving or catching public transport, on this private full-day tour to the caves at Puente Viesgo and Las Monedas. As well as checking out the archeologically significant cave paintings, you’ll visit the village of Puente Viesgo and drive up the Valles Pasiegos into the mountains. Add an optional e-bike tour if you want to get more active.

Immerse yourself in the exciting history of the city with the Roman Theatre and Malaga Alcazaba Tour. Learn how this Roman Theatre from the 1st century AD was discovered, and walk through the walls of the best defended medieval fortress on the Iberian Peninsula, the Alcazaba. Delve into the fascinating history of the Alcazaba of Malaga, a palatial fortress where Muslim kings and governors resided.

Monjuic offers great views of Barcelona, but it can be tricky to climb the towering hilltop without a car. On this half-day tour, hop on a Segway to swiftly travel through the city. Snap photos of the cityscape views before exploring nearby sights such as the Montjuic Castle, the Olympic Stadium, and the National Palace.