This exciting private tour of Barcelona offers insights into the diverse facets of the city. Guests will meet their guide in the hotel lobby and start the full-day tour. The first visit will be to the 2,000-year-old Gothic Quarter that is home to medieval landmarks such as the 13th century Cathedral of Barcelona. Next, travelers will enjoy a driving tour of Barcelona’s highlights such as Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, the unique Antoni Gaudi houses, and the venues that hosted the Olympics in 1992. They will then take in splendid views of the city while enjoying a cable car ride to the summit of Montjuïc Hill. Later, at local restaurant, they will sample authentic and delicious paella paired with refreshing sangria, and then head to the iconic Sagrada Familia. Skipping the long queues, guests will have fast-tracked entry to the basilica, believed to be the largest unfinished Catholic church in the world. It is distinguished by its impressive architectural features such as towering spires, curved columns, and the exquisitely detailed ceiling and nave. Inside, the guide will share details about the complex symbolism and lesser-known facts about this must-see landmark.

Duration:
Approximately 9 hours.

Start time:
8am.

Inclusions:
Transportation by air-conditioned car, Montjuïc cable car ride, local guide, paella and sangria, and fast track admission to Sagrada Familia. This is subject to change depending on the day of tour.

Exclusions:
Entrance to the Cathedral of Barcelona, Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, and Castle of Montjuic.

Meeting point:
Hotel lobby.

Ending point:
Sagrada Familia.

Not suitable for:
Wheelchairs, scooters, canes, or walkers.

Important Information:
This tour is non-refundable.

This tour involves walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.

This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.

Tour does not operate on January 1, September 11 or 24.

Visitors must dress appropriately when visiting the church – knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. Being barefoot, wearing flip-flops, see-through clothing, plunging necklines, exposed backs or bellies is prohibited. No hats are allowed inside the nave or the museum except for religious, health, or belief-related reasons.

Group size is limited to 30 participants.

The Sagrada Familia reserves the right to refuse admission. At the entrance, visitors will have to check in their bags, rucksacks, luggage, and personal items.