Name: In Out Barcelona Tours
Address: Plaça Reial,3, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08012
Price range: 67€-190€
Rating: 5

Hotel Pick-up

Duration : 5h · Half day

Free cancellation

Daily tours
Half day or Full day tours
Pick-up and Drop-off
At your Hotel or Apartment
Small Groups, Max. 8 people
Or ask for a custom private tour

Discover the highlights of Barcelona with entrance to the Sagrada Familia of Gaudí in Half a day!

Summary

In this tour, you will sample the main highlights of Barcelona while in the company of a small group of maximum 8 people and an expert guide. To complete your Barcelona experience, you will be able to enter the crown jewel of Barcelona, the Sagrada Familia skipping the long lines. This tour includes private transportation as well as hotel or accommodation pick-up and drop-off

Tour highlights

Sample the best of Barcelona on this exciting half-day sightseeing tour.
Discover the 1992 Olympic Village tour located on top of Montjüic Mountain, and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
Visit La Sagrada Familia without any queue, Gaudí’s crowning masterpiece.
Discover the cobbled and narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, all the medieval history in the old town and the roman influence during the first steps of the city.
Learn about modernism rambling the elegant Passeig de Gracia, the place where best modernist masterpieces like La Pedrera and Casa Batlló were builded.
Get a taste of past and present in the Mediterranean lifestyle discovering Barcelona’s old fishing district and its transformation to modern-day beach Platja La Barceloneta.
A small group tour of maximum 8 guests ensures a better experience and por personal attention from your guide.

Tour information

Languages

On request (English or spanish)

Included

Professional guide
Private transportation
Pick up and drop off at your accommodation
Reservation with skip-the-line access to Sagrada Familia
Walking tour through the Historical Center
Tickets to the Sagrada Familia

Not included

Any private expenses
Gratuities (optional)

Points of interest

PASSEIG DE GRÀCIA:
Home of the main examples of private modernist architecture, including Gaudí’s Casa Batlló and Pedrera as well as Casa Ametller from Puig i Cadafalch and Casa Lleó Morera from Domenech i Muntaner. Nowadays this is the most luxurious avenue of Barcelona and an important shopping area.
EIXAMPLE DISTRICT:
This district was designed by Ildefons Cerdà in order to expand the city beyond the medieval wall. His idea was revolutionary and the Eixample is an example of great urban planning as well as having a high density of gorgeous modernism buildings.
SAGRADA FAMILIA:
The main landmark of Barcelona. This is the crowning work of Antoni Gaudí as well as the most important example of the Modernist style of architecture. In this tour you will be able to enter Sagrada Familia while skipping the line and marvel at the organic shapes and otherworldly light of this modernist masterpiece.
MONTJUÏC MOUNTAIN:
This mountain situated right next to the sea offers the best views of Barcelona’s skyline from its summit. It is home to several buildings from the International Exhibition of 1929 as well as the Olympic Games of 1992, including the Olympic Stadium.
OLD TOWN:
The old town of Barcelona is full of examples of great gothic architecture which is why the area is commonly known as Gothic Quarter. Learn about the Roman origins of the city as well as its medieval heritage and enjoy the picturesque plazas and hidden secrets of this charming neighborhood.

Tour Description

Start your day by getting picked up by your guide at your accommodation in Barcelona.
Discover the multifaceted city, driving in a private vehicle for you and your small group of maximum eight guests.
First, visit Plaça Espanya and Montjuïc mountain. Discover the works from the Universal Exposition of 1929 and the Olympic games of 1992 as you make your way up the mountain. Stop at the Mirador de l'Alcalde, a beautiful terrace with wonderful views of Barcelona’s iconic skyline offering fantastic photo opportunities.
After taking in the views of Barcelona from the Mirador, head down the mountain to visit the beautiful seafront of the city before heading to the Gothic Quarter. Visit the Old town with a relaxed walking tour, as this is the best way to discover this area without missing any of its secrets. Wander through its quaint little back streets to find the hidden imprints left by the Roman and medieval city in this world-famous neighborhood.
Afterwards, head to Plaça Catalunya, the center of the city, before following the Passeig de Gràcia avenue to discover the main examples of Catalan architecture. Here, discover the works of Domenech i Muntaner, Puig i Cadafalch, and Antoni Gaudí, the three main architects representing the Modernist style of building. Take a moment to admire the striking features of their works, including Gaudi’s Casa Batlló and La Pedrera as well as Casa Ametller and Casa Lleo Morera.
Next, follow the footsteps of Gaudí and explore the Eixample district. This district was designed by the urban planner Ildefons Cerdà as an expansion of the Old Town. In the Eixample, find the main highlight of this tour, Gaudí’s crowning achievement, La Sagrada Familia.
Discover the many examples of religious symbolism hidden in its façades. Gaudí’s incredible and organic architectural style will leave you breathless.This tour includes skip-the-line access to Sagrada Familia, so you will be able to avoid the long queues and take in the impressive interior of the basilica.