Top Spain Walking Tours - page 3

Tuck into tasty tapas and traditional wines on this gastronomic tour of Barcelona. Get the inside scoop on Barcelona’s food scene from a local guide and stop along the way to dine at the city’s best tapas bars. At each restaurant, sample an array of delicious Catalan dishes and regional wines. You can choose between a lunch, afternoon, or evening tour and upgrade to include a flamenco show.

Discover Madrid’s vibrant culinary scene with the help of a local guide on this tapas tasting tour. See the city through the eyes of a local and sample authentic dishes at a range of popular bars, with a drink in each one. Treat your palate to Spanish wines, sherries, and more, complemented by things like Iberian ham, salted cod, and chickpea stew. To keep this experience intimate, group size is limited to 12 people.

Don’t waste your precious vacation waiting in long ticket lines—see Madrid’s Royal Palace with ease, thanks to this combination of skip-the-line admission and a guided tour. As you follow your guide around the opulent rooms, learn about royal history, and check off highlights such as the Banquet Hall and the Throne Room.

Explore the heart of Madrid—hearing stories, facts, and insights from a local professional guide—on this comprehensive walking tour. Discover this fascinating city, its history, and its culture, as you visit highlights and landmarks including Plaza de la Villa, Arab Wall, the Royal Palace, as well as less touristed spots like La Real Botanica de la Reina Madre and Arco de Cuchilleros.

Experience Seville’s tapas and bar culture by foot on this group walking tour. In the company of your guide, learn about Seville’s history and food culture while tasting a variety of traditional tapas and four local wines. Visit bars and local hangouts and get to know the city through its food.

Avila and Segovia are two of Spain’s oldest cities, dating back to the 11th century and 700 BC respectively. Explore them both in depth on a full-day guided tour from Madrid in which you will learn about the various religious and cultural influences on each. Marvel at impressive Roman, Medieval, Moorish and gothic architecture and the regal interiors of Catholic cathedrals and ornate castles.

Learn about the history of Granada and its Islamic past on this exclusive guided walking tour. In groups no larger than 10 people, tour the grounds of the Alhambra, a palatial fortress complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the architecture as you stroll through lush gardens and along elaborate stone pathways. Your guide is available to answer any questions you may have.

Discover the rich history of Barcelona hidden right under your feet as you walk the winding streets of the old town, and enjoy the wide streets of modern Barcelona. Your knowledgeable guide will show you how the city has changed over the years, with pictures and documents to give a clearer idea of where ancient streets and neighborhoods changed to suit the modern age.

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.

The Sagrada Familia attracts droves of admirers from across the world, but with skip-the-line admission included with this tour, you don’t have to wait in the crowd. Instead, get straight to exploring the unfinished masterpiece by famed architect Antoni Gaudí. Along the way, learn about the church’s details, symbolism, and construction from your guide—a lot of things go unnoticed on your own.

Bask in the beauty and history of coastal Catalonia on a small-group day tour from Barcelona. In Tarragona, walk in the footsteps of gladiators and merchants at the UNESCO World Heritage–listed ancient Roman ruins, then explore the bohemian vibe and Modernist architecture of Sitges on a guided tour of the old town. Finish at the popular San Sebastian urban beach in Sitges. Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off are included.

See the most important monuments of Córdoba with a guide who shares commentary about the city. Visit landmarks including the Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs (Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos), the historic synagogue, and the Mezquita (Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba), and hear about the influences of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish cultures on the city's architecture and history. Your tour includes entrance tickets to the monuments, and headphones to hear your guide.

Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia is a masterpiece, but if you go on your own, you may miss out on many of its highlights. On this tour, available in small-group and private formats, your personal guide reveals the intricate details and history of this architectural masterpiece, making for a meaningful visit in a peaceful setting.

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).

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.

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 include entrance tickets and/or lunch, for a completely hassle-free day.

Eat your way through Granada as you learn all about the city’s history and culture on this small group food tour. Over the course of around 3.5 hours, you’ll sample a wide range of local specialties, including tapas, cured ham, dried fruit, and wine. Vegetarian options are available, and the tour can also accommodate those with allergies or other dietary requirements.

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.

Make the most of your short time in Barcelona with this “best-of” tour. You’ll explore the architectural riches of the Gothic Quarter, dive deep into Catalan modernism, feast your eyes on the Sagrada Familia, and even skip the entrance lines. Following your guide, you’ll not only save time—you’ll experience why Barcelona is one of the most-visited cities in the world.

Get an overview of Barcelona’s top attractions during this small-group 5-hour tour. Enjoy spectacular city views during a stop at Montjuïc before exploring Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and touring Passeig de Gracia. Admire modernist architecture—such as Gaudí's La Pedrera and Casa Batlló—and stroll past the iconic Sagrada Familia. En route, learn more about the city from your guide. Accommodation pick-up and drop-off are included for your convenience.

One of the world’s great art galleries, the Prado Museum has almost 3,000 works on display, including artists like Goya, Velázquez, Rubens, and Caravaggio. Almost every visitor to Madrid stops by here, so a skip-the-line ticket is a worthwhile investment. This one comes with a guide to lead you through the myriad rooms and introduce highlights including the works of El Greco and Velázquez’s Las Meninas (Ladies in Waiting).

Do something a little different for dinner on this small-group food-and-wine tour in Bilbao. Rather than opt for a sit-down meal, follow your guide around local bars to try traditional pintxos. Enjoy enough small plates, paired with drinks, to make up a full meal. Learn about Bilbao's history as you go from bar to bar, passing by city highlights along the way.

Art enthusiasts will love the chance to explore one of Madrid’s top art galleries, the Reina Sofia Museum, with a guide. In a small group you’ll tour the museum for about ninety minutes, checking out some of the most famous works (such as Picasso’s Guernica) and lesser-known ones too. Learn more about Spanish art, culture, and history than you would visiting alone.

Madrid’s Prado Museum (Museo Nacional del Prado) is home to one of the most important art collections in the world, but its long lines to enter and vast size can be discouraging. Zip past the crowds and follow your guide to admire masterpieces by Velázquez, el Greco, Goya, Tiziano, Rubens, and others in less than two hours with this skip-the-line tour available in English, Spanish, and Italian.