Top Spain Walking Tours - page 8

Discover the Alella wine region, located just outside Barcelona, in a unique way on this premium small group sailing excursion. Depart from Port Olimpic and travel down the coast to the Alella harbor, taking in the sights and enjoying complimentary snacks and drinks while you sail aboard an exclusive sailboat. Then, board a luxury min-bus to the highest-rated winery in Alella where you can learn about this unique regional variety and sample it during a tasting paired with a traditional Catalan brunch. Return to Barcelona in a luxury mini-bus.

Explore both the highlights and hidden local gems of Barcelona on a private walking tour tailored to your interests and schedule. Work with a local guide to customize the itinerary before the tour begins, gaining a deeper, more personal view of the city. Flexible timing and hotel pickup make it easy to fit the experience into even the shortest stays.

Revel in the incredible mountain scenery of the Pyrenees on this full-day guided tour from Barcelona. Travel through the charming villages of the Pyrenees’ foothills by minivan, then ride a rack railway to Nuria Valley, a vision of green pastures and peaks overlooking a lake. Drink in the setting and crisp air, and enjoy free time to go hiking, horseback riding, or grab lunch at a traditional restaurant (all own expense).

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.

Experience the nightlife of Malaga on a fun pub crawl through the city. Meet other travelers and visit several local bars and clubs for a fun night out on the town. Enjoy free drinks at each location and play icebreaker games to get to know your other partygoers. Your host also teaches you about the local drinking culture and introduces you to new drinks.

Learn about Spanish food and culture through its world-famous food on this small-group, half-day walking tour of Madrid’s most charming neighborhoods. Taste several dishes and beverages—including the famous Iberian ham—enough for a breakfast and hearty lunch, at local eateries, stores, and market stalls as you sip, snack, and slurp your way through the city.

The Gothic Quarter is the historic city center of Barcelona. Walk through area’s narrow streets, see top landmarks, and learn about its long history on this walking tour with a native English speaking guide and professional actor, who will bring the area’s rich history to life.

No trip to Andalusia is complete without visiting Granada, the Moorish city home to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed The Alhambra. This tour allows you to travel from Seville to Granada with ease, without the hassle of advance planning, and provides an insider’s perspective into the history of The Alhambra.  Plus, you’ll have free time to explore Albaicin.

Taste your way through Madrid with a small-group tapas and wine tour. Meet your local guide for a city stroll that includes stops at family-owned establishments in Chamberí. Eat and drink traditional fare while learning about each dish and Spanish tapas culture. See where locals like to eat in the Spanish capital during this full meal tapas crawl with drinks included.

Put the map away and enjoy a guided tour that takes you through the historic center of Valencia. You won’t have to worry about navigating, so you can concentrate on the amazing sights and views. Save time and see three different World Heritage Sites in a day, including the Silk Exchange, and the Water Tribunal. This tour is a perfect option for travelers interested in seeing Valencia’s must-see sights and learning about its history. Other sights you’ll see include the Central Market, City Hall, and Queen’s Square.

Investigate all the nooks and hidden areas of the Seville Cathedral on this comprehensive guided tour. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the largest churches in the world, in a small group, with headsets provided so that you don’t miss anything your guide points out along the way. Marvel at the spectacular Gothic architecture of the Cathedral and walk around important historical and spiritual highlights like the tomb of Christopher Columbus, the Giralda Bell Tower and the Patio de los Naranjos.

Visit and learn about the Arehucas Rum Distillery in Gran Canaria with this guided tour and tasting. From hearing about the distillery’s long history and rum production to walking through the fermentation areas, distillation rooms, and bottling plant, you’ll be well-versed in Canarian rum after this one-hour experience, which ends with a rum tasting and free admission.

Discover one of Spain’s greatest cities on a day trip to Cordoba from Seville, which takes care of logistics so that you can focus on the sights. Travel to Cordoba to experience its UNESCO-listed center, where you'll go beyond the guidebook with guide commentary. Admire top attractions such as the Roman Bridge and former Jewish Quarter, and explore Cordoba Mosque (Mezquita), a masterpiece of medieval Islamic architecture.

Europe’s largest royal residence, the Royal Palace of Madrid, is a must-see attraction, rich with Spanish history. Almost 2 million people visit the palace each year, yet many of these visitors spend more time in the queue for the main entrance than they do exploring the palace’s impressive collection of artwork. This small-group tour with a skip-the-line ticket enables visitors to use an alternative entrance and bypass the queues, while a guide ensures a visit to remember.

Get acquainted with Antoni Gaudi’s modernist masterpieces on a half-day tour of La Sagrada Familia and Park Güell in Barcelona. Accompanied by a professional guide, explore the exterior and interior of La Sagrada Familiar, then wander around Park Güell, capturing photographs of eclectic sculptures and kaleidoscopic mosaics. Entrance fees and transfers included.

Learn the history 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 Puerta del Sol, Plaza de la Villa, Arab Wall, the Royal Palace, and Teatro Real, all in a few hours.

From bustling Las Ramblas to Montjuïc Castle and the waterfront, this Barcelona small group tour showcases the best views the city has to offer, in just a few hours. Join your guide for a busy day of sightseeing packed with highlights. You pass one of Gaudí's architectural marvels, visit the famous Boqueria Market, and enjoy tapas on a museum terrace. Finally, you end your afternoon with a near-perfect photo op: hilltop vistas of the sun setting over the Old Town.

Wander the streets of Malaga like a local and let your guide show you the best hidden gems all over the city. Explore historic buildings and discover important monuments, and stop off on the way for some tapas and local wine in Malaga’s most popular local tavernas and bars. Avoid the queues at the Alcazaba and the Cathedral — this tour allows you to queue jump.

Benefit from visiting Toledo with your own private guide and driver for the ultimate full-day tour from Madrid to the former capital of Spain. Ride in a luxury vehicle for one hour to reach Toledo, where your guide provides a customized tour of the historical city’s most important museums and monuments (admission is not included). Choose from several options for your tour and free time; hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

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 the delicious gastronomy of San Sebastian on this small-group tasting tour in the Old Town. Visit different spots to sample pintxos that are perfectly paired with local Spanish wines. Explore this fascinating quarter in between tastings and learn about the history, culture, and people of this Basque city during the tour.

If you want to see Barcelona’s most impressive landmarks and see some of the city’s less-visited sights, this private tour is for you. Enjoy the undivided attention of a local host as you stroll down Las Ramblas, explore the medieval quarter of El Born, and visit the seafront neighborhood of Barceloneta. This experience can be fully customized according to your interests, whether they lie in food and fashion or art and architecture.

Experience the medieval city that looms high over two river gorges on this full-day, guided tour to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cuenca. Walk among the narrow, stacked houses that seem to hang on the cliff’s edge in this city surrounded by stunning nature. Enjoy stops at the Enchanted City, where strange geological formations stand in the natural landscape, and Ventano del Diablo canyon. Optional admission to Cuenca Cathedral is included depending on your choice.

Madrid is one of Spain’s great gastronomic cities and this private tasting tour is the ideal introduction to the city’s foodie scene. Explore the street food, hip bars, and traditional restaurants of Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood. You’ll enjoy your choice of six or 10 delicious food tastings including Spanish specialties like ‘patatas bravas’ and ‘tortilla’ (omelet)