Overview
Explore the beauty of Barcelona on this Best of Barcelona Tour, which offers a comprehensive view of this exquisite Catalan city, including a visit to La Sagrada Familia. Perfect for first-time visitors, the tour will show you the city’s most iconic sights and allow you to discover some of Barcelona’s best-kept secrets.
You'll enjoy skip-the-line access at La Sagrada Familia, so you can avoid the long queues at this popular attraction. You’ll also visit the hill of Montjuïc and the Gothic Quarter. On this small-group tour, you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Walking Tour of historical Gothic Quarter.
In-vehicle air conditioning
FULL DAY TOUR: Pre-reservation for Skip the Line Priority Access to La Pedrera.
FULL DAY TOUR: Pre-reservation for Skip the Line Priority Access to Park Güell
Fully guided tour of Barcelona
HALF/FULL DAY TOURS: Pre-reservation for Skip the Line Priority Access to Sagrada Familia.
HALF/FULL DAY: Payment for pre reserved ticket to Sagrada Familia must be paid on day of tour (26€)
FULL DAY: Payment for pre reserved ticket to La Pedrera must be paid on day of tour (28€).
FULL DAY: Payment for pre reserved ticket to Park Güell must be paid on day of tour (10€).
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Explore Catalunya Office. We are located in a little alley between the Palau de la Música building and Via Laietana, opposite the Palau de la Música's cafeteria.
End point
The Barcelona Full-day Tour ends at Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
Good to know
• WE ABSOLUTELY DO NOT WANT YOU TO MISS THIS TOUR. PLEASE BE AT THE OFFICE MEETING POINT 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE START OF THE TOUR. WE ARE VERY SORRY, BUT DUE TO A FULL SCHEDULE WE CANNOT WAIT FOR LATE ARRIVALS.
IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER THE START TIME, YOU MAY MISS THE TOUR AND WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OFFER ANY REFUND. REMEMBER THAT WE WILL LEAVE ON TIME. PLEASE DON'T MISS IT. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO JOIN THE TOUR ONCE THE BUS LEAVES WITH THE REST OF THE GROUP.
• IMPORTANT REMINDER: Please remember that although your entry tickets to the Sagrada Familia, and for those booking the Full Day Tour, both Park Güell and La Pedrera, have been pre reserved for you, the actual ticket price must be made in the office before the tour either by cash or credit/debit card. Thank you.
• There will be time off the bus at your leisure, so please bring suitable clothing, footwear and sun protection
• Please note: From January 11 to January 17 La Pedrera will be closed for maintenance. These are the regular works for maintenance performed annually and during the same dates." You will have the alternative to visit the Casa Batllo instead.Dress code inside the temple
• For safety, no hats are allowed inside the nave or the museum except for religious, health or belief-related reasons.
• Visitors may not enter barefoot. As it is a Catholic church, visitors must dress appropriately, following these restrictions:
- No see-through clothing
- Tops must cover the shoulders
- No plunging necklines or exposed backs or bellies
- Shorts and skirts must come down to at least mid-thigh
- Visitors will not be allowed to enter with special clothing to celebrate any sort of festivities, nor with any decorations designed to distract or draw attention for artistic, religious, promotional or any other purposes
What to expect
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Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)
1 hour 30 min
Travel back to the early Middle Ages, visiting the Jewish Quarter, the Royal Palace, and passing by Barcelona Cathedral.
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Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
1 hour 30 min
Your walking tour finishes in front of the stunning medieval church of Santa Maria del Mar, one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture you'll ever find.
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Montjuic
45 min
After your walking tour, you will be driven up to Montjüic, the site of the 1992 Olympic Games. You will stop for magnificent views of the city and an introduction to the city from your guide.
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Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
1 hour
This is the highlight for many people. Your guide will begin outside of the church with some history of Gaudí's finest work. You will then be able to use your skip-the-line entry tickets to go inside the church with your guide for a guide visit.
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Park Guell
1 hour
For those of you on the full day tour, after lunch you will be taken to the iconic Park Güell gardens, designed by Gaudí. You'll get skip-the-line tickets here, and then enjoy a walking tour with your guide, who will explain all about the design and history.
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Casa Mila - La Pedrera
1 hour
Your tour will finish at the famous Gaudí designed masterpiece of La Pedrera. Your guide will take you inside with your skip-the-line entrance tickets, explain the history, and then leave you to enjoy the visit at your own pace.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).
Additional Information
- This tour operates only in English.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Best of Barcelona & Sagrada Familia Tour with Priority Access
Can I cancel Best of Barcelona & Sagrada Familia Tour with Priority Access for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Where does it start?
Explore Catalunya Office. We are located in a little alley between the Palau de la Música building and Via Laietana, opposite the Palau de la Música's cafeteria.
What's included?
- Walking Tour of historical Gothic Quarter.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- FULL DAY TOUR: Pre-reservation for Skip the Line Priority Access to La Pedrera.
- FULL DAY TOUR: Pre-reservation for Skip the Line Priority Access to Park Güell
- Fully guided tour of Barcelona
- HALF/FULL DAY TOURS: Pre-reservation for Skip the Line Priority Access to Sagrada Familia.
What's not included?
- HALF/FULL DAY: Payment for pre reserved ticket to Sagrada Familia must be paid on day of tour (26€)
- FULL DAY: Payment for pre reserved ticket to La Pedrera must be paid on day of tour (28€).
- FULL DAY: Payment for pre reserved ticket to Park Güell must be paid on day of tour (10€).
Which places does it visit?
It visits Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, Montjuic, Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Casa Mila - La Pedrera.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Explore Catalunya
