Tours and Trips in Barcelona

Beautifully set in an 18th Century palace, the MEAM (European Museum of Modern Art) showcases Contemporary Figurative artwork, characterized by its tendency to draw inspiration from real objects or figures. This carefully curated collection features impressive works not commonly shown in museums or galleries. The MEAM also hosts musical performances, theater, and workshops in painting and sculpture. This ticket grants access to permanent and temporary exhibits for no extra fee.

Explore the warm waters of Barcelona during an exhilarating 2.5-hour paddleboard and kayak session. Master the basics of both watersports with an expert instructor then take to sea with your newfound knowledge. Sail over the gentle waves on a sturdy kayak, then soar over the surface during an impressive demonstration of your newly acquired paddleboard skills. The activities are tailored to your abilities to ensure maximum participation and all equipment is provided; simply come with sunscreen and a bathing suit. Enjoy personalized attention from your instructor on this small-group tour, with numbers limited to nine people.

The Royal Monastery of St Mary of Pedralbes, founded in 1326 by Queen Elisenda of Montcada, third wife of James II of Aragon, provides a unique cultural and historical record of the community of Poor Clare Nuns who lived there practically without a break from 1327 to 1982. Its artistic heritage has become a reference for the study of the customs, fashions and models of secular and religious life. The exhibitions "Petras Albas", "The Treasures of the Monastery," "Plants, Remedies and Apothecaries", "Murals in the Spotlight: the Paintings in St Michael's Chapel" as well as the restored Chapel itself, illustrate the museum complex.

La Sagrada Familia is indisputably Barcelona's most iconic landmark. Make the most of your time at Gaudi's modernist masterpiece on a 1.5-hour guided tour of the cathedral's interior. Alongside your guide, you'll admire the elaborate detail of the facades and learn about the religious symbolism of the interior.

Savor the best of Barcelona's food scene during this private 4-hour excursion combing a market tour, cooking class and 12-course tapas tasting. Wander the labyrinth of produce and seafood for sale at La Boqueria Market before taking your food knowledge to the next level in a Spanish cooking session led by a professional chef. If your mouth is watering from all this food talk, don't worry: finish your trip with a 12-course Spanish tapas meal accompanied by wine and beer. Your guide, all food tasting and unlimited drinks are included.

Cruise the gorgeous coast near Barcelona on the Mediterranean Sea during this 2-hour, small-group sailing trip. Enjoy spectacular views of iconic sights such as La Sagrada Familia, Port Olympic, Montjuïc, Tibidabo, and Barcelona Cathedral. Feel the sea breeze from onboard your modern yacht. Then head further out to sea as you assist the skipper with raising the sails and helming the ship. Then cool off with a swim, or do some sunbathing as you relax with an included drink and snacks. This small-group sailing trip, limited to just 10 guests, also includes a professional skipper.

Take a shopping trip to La Roca Village Outlet Shopping Center with private transportation from Barcelona. Enjoy pickup from your hotel or private residence in Barcelona; vehicle options include a private minibus for 12 passengers, a premium minivan for 6 passengers or a premium car. Spend as long as you like shopping at the impressive collection of Spanish and other European brand stores in La Roca Village, then return to Barcelona hassle-free in your private vehicle.

Shop at one of Barcelona's premier outlets on this 8-hour private tour. La Roca Village is a luxurious open-air mall, home to over 100 boutiques and top designer stores with incredible discounts. Your private vehicle will provide door-to-door transport to and from the outlet mall.

Discover the natural splendor of Spain's captivating countryside on a private full-day tour from Barcelona to the magnificent Montserrat Abbey. Accompanied by an accomplished private guide, explore two iconic destinations while gaining insight into the rich historical heritage of the region. Feast your eyes on dramatic landscapes and rugged mountain peaks as you travel to the sacred monastery and see the stalagmite-studded caverns within Montserrant Mountain. Enjoy undivided attention and tailored commentary on this private tour.

Avoid admission limits with a prepaid ticket and tour of Sagrada Familia. Gain context with an English-language walking tour of the area. Admire local architecture and get a better grasp of Antoni Gaudí's inspirations. Continue with a visit to his fantastical cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn the history of this inimitable building and enjoy a visit to the Tower for panoramic views of Barcelona.

Take a deep dive into Barcelona's modernist architecture and the life and works of famed architect Antoni Gaudí on this 2-hour guided walking tour. Explore the best examples Gaudí's work, stopping by 'La Pedrera' apartment and other examples from the modernist movement in nearby Eixample. As you tour, you'll learn how Gaudí was inspired by nature and various Christian motifs, finishing at the soaring spires of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sagrada Familia.

Barcelona is renowned for its show-stopping architecture, from modernist masterpieces to grand Gothic churches. One little-known gem often missed by visitors is the Casa de la Seda, or the 'House of Silk', a National Landmark that dates back to the 18th century and boasts a fascinating history. Explore inside the opulent residence on this private 1-hour guided tour and marvel at the unusual Baroque Sgraffito architecture, silk-lined rooms and lavish guild room.

Learn to prepare some of the classic dishes of Spain and Catalonia during a 3.5-hour cooking class in Barcelona. Your cooking class takes place in a private home with a professional chef who teaches you to prepare favorites such as seafood paella. Learn the history of tapas, sample 12 different tapas, and enjoy the delicious lunch that you helped to create, accompanied by unlimited wine, beer, or soft drinks. Upgrade to begin with a fascinating tour of La Boqueria, one of Spain's most important food markets.

Meet your host Carolina at the entrance to the Pinxto Bar inside La Boqueria, Barcelona's main marketplace. This is a lively, covered market that both tourists and locals frequent. Walk through the market and explore local and regional produce sold by your host's favored vendors. You will learn about regional foods and purchase a few ingredients that you will use during your cooking class.  Back home, you will join Carolina in her small kitchen and learn to cook a healthy and authentic Spanish meal. Your hands-on cooking class will last about 1.5 hours during which you will prepare a regional appetizer like pan con tomate with jamon Iberico, olives and goat cheese, a main course of seafood such as squid poached in olive oil and lemon served with asparagus and a side dish, all from scratch! Enjoy learning about Spanish cooking before you sit down to share the food you helped prepare with Carolina.

Take this 4-hour cooking class and learn how to make authentic Catalan cuisine. Gather your ingredients at the La Boqueria Market with your guide and then head to a private, rooftop apartment to prepare your meal. Get hands-on experience whipping up local Catalan dishes with your instructor and sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor as you take in the beautiful views of Barcelona.

Browse the bespoke boutiques of the sophisticated shopping center at La Roca Village on an independent day-trip from Barcelona. Peruse all of the 100 shops within this stylish and spacious complex and save up to 60 percent off the recommended retail price of luxurious designer brands. Select the 'express option' to enjoy convenient transportation from Barcelona in an air-conditioned minivan, or upgrade to the 'experience option' to indulge in a selection of bonus benefits like a 50 euro gift card (approximately 68 US dollars) and a lavish lunch at one of the outlet's many refined restaurants.

See the old and new world from the top of Montjuic hill on this guided, half-day, Segway tour of Barcelona. Cruise past top sights in Las Ramblas and alongside the water in Port Vell and get your camera ready for panoramic views on the Mirador of Poble Sec. Let your Segway do the work as you ascend all the way to Montjuic Castle on top of the hill.

Visit the Santa María de Montserrat Abbey on this private tour of Montserrat. You'll travel with a personal guide by train from Barcelona, then ascend by rack railway or cable car to the mountaintop Benedictine monastery. Listen to the lilting voices of L'Escolania de Montserrat, a renowned boys' choir, and see the famed Black Virgin (La Moreneta). Hotel pickup is included on this 7-hour tour, with drop-off at Plaza de España in Barcelona.

Embark on a journey to the origins of Catalonia, land of great monasteries in the cradle of the region. This private day trip from Barcelona will offer you a journey through the cultural and natural heritage where every step you take and every stone you touch is filled with history. Accompanied by your own local official guide, enjoy a personalized attention on your tour.

Walk the cloister, wine cellar, and church of a 1,000-year-old monastery just outside of Barcelona during this guided tour of Sant Benet de Bages. Learn what life was like for monks who lived here and discover Catalonian history and the beautiful, natural grounds surrounding the ancient site. Visit the sites modern additions including a culinary research centre, restaurants, and shops.