Experience the very best of Catalan culture with this convenient combo tour that takes in the very best of Barcelona. Take a stroll through the city and discover its architectural gems before sampling the vibrant nightlife with tapas and a flamenco show.
Skip-the-Line Barcelona Highlights Tour
Your tour starts with a visit to Montjuïc hill, the site of the 1992 Olympic Games. From here, witness the impressive Venetian columns guarding the road to the National Art Museum of Catalonia. After you take in Barcelona’s skyline, the tour drives downtown, passing by Plaça d'Espanya and the modernist buildings of the Eixample area.
At Passeig de Gràcia, admire the most iconic buildings dotting the street: La Pedrera and Casa Batlló. Listen to your guide explain the relevance of these architectonic pieces and gain some insight into the work of Antoni Gaudí work before you move on toward his most precious masterpiece, the Sagrada Família, and skip the lines for more time to admire the spectacular basilica.
As you move away from the eccentric side of the city, your tour heads toward the old side of the city, the Gothic Quarter. Stroll its narrow, cobbled alleys bustling with people and colorful local markets.
Tapas and Flamenco Show
Begin your tour with a stroll to Eixample, one of the city's modern bars and a delightful tapas gem. Take a seat and watch the chef prepare small plates of Catalan favorites, including pa amb tomàquet (bread with olive oil and tomatoes) and patates bravas (potatoes with oil, red pepper and chili, served with aioli).
Next, head to the Born district, where you visit a locally loved ham shop. Head inside and sample some of the best meats and cheeses, including serrano ham and manchego cheese. Meander through the center of the Gothic Quarter and arrive at the bustling square Plaça Reial.
Visit one of the oldest flamenco bars in Barcelona. Sipping on a welcome glass of cava, soak up the atmosphere, and let your senses embrace the rhythm, color, and magic of this traditional performance as you indulge in a dinner of gourmet tapas and sangria.
