Discover Culture, Cocktails & Killer Food in Barcelona with Carli
Your TourHero
Heya! My name's Carli! I love traveling to new places to try new cuisines, experience new cultures, and meet people just like me! I'm pretty outgoing and I'm the type of person to get out and about, discovering every inch of a city or destination. I've planned this trip to Spain because it's been on my bucket list for so long! Come along with me to see Barcelona at its best!
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Travel Date
Mar 13 - 18, 2022
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 15
Transportation
Rickshaw
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
20 – 30
Travel interest
Art, food, wine, history, culture, sightseeing
Your Local Guide
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Culture and cocktails come together creating the best of all travel worlds on this Barcelona adventure. Start your trip with a city tour and bar crawl, see all the famous landmarks through various guided tours, and paddleboard into the sunset before heading out for tapas and dancing. You’ll also get to visit the famous La Sagrada Familia basilica and the Museum of Contemporary Art with excursions to other hotspots, such as Casa Batlló and the iconic churches of the Gothic Quarter. With a cocktail class at the end of your trip, you’ll never want to leave this remarkable city!
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
If you cancel your trip after placing a deposit but before your card on file is charged for the full payment, you can request a full refund of your deposit up to 30 days before the tour departure.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making the full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a refund.
Your TourHero
Heya! My name's Carli! I love traveling to new places to try new cuisines, experience new cultures, and meet people just like me! I'm pretty outgoing and I'm the type of person to get out and about, discovering every inch of a city or destination. I've planned this trip to Spain because it's been on my bucket list for so long! Come along with me to see Barcelona at its best!
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Travel Date
Mar 13 - 18, 2022
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 15
Transportation
Rickshaw
Culture and cocktails come together creating the best of all travel worlds on this Barcelona adventure. Start your trip with a city tour and bar crawl, see all the famous landmarks through various guided tours, and paddleboard into the sunset before heading out for tapas and dancing. You’ll also get to visit the famous La Sagrada Familia basilica and the Museum of Contemporary Art with excursions to other hotspots, such as Casa Batlló and the iconic churches of the Gothic Quarter. With a cocktail class at the end of your trip, you’ll never want to leave this remarkable city!
Timeline
- Day 1 · Barcelona
- Arrive in Barcelona
- Check-in at St. Christopher’s Hostel (or similar according to availability)
- Tapas welcome dinner
- Day 2 · Barcelona
- Breakfast
- Rickshaw tour of the city (bottled water included)
- Lunch and dinner (not included in price)
- Barcelona bar crawl
- Day 3 · Barcelona
- Breakfast
- Visit La Sagrada Familia
- Lunch (not included in price)
- Sunset paddleboarding tour
- Dinner (not included in price)
- Day 4 · Barcelona
- Breakfast
- Visit Barcelona’s Museum of Contemporary Arts
- Lunch (not included in price)
- Cocktail class (tapas included)
- Day 5 · Barcelona
- Breakfast
- Secrets of the Gothic Quarter guided tour (sangria included)
- Lunch and dinner (not included in price)
- Day 6 · Departure
- Breakfast and check out of accommodation
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1
Welcome to Barcelona, Spain – home to incredible food, diverse art, and vibrant nightlife
Welcome to Barcelona, the capital of Spain’s Catalonia region and epicenter for art, architecture, and gastronomy. With landmarks, such as La Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló, Parc Güell, and a variety of museums, you’re in for a cultural treat on this Spanish adventure. Check-in at the hostel and start wandering the medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter, known for its incredible food, friendly people, and trendy bars. For dinner, we’ll come together at a local tapas restaurant and start exploring the traditional food of Spain, toasting to the start of a wonderful adventure together!
Day 2
Explore the city by rickshaw and see all the famous landmarks of Barcelona
Good morning, travelers! After a great breakfast, we’ll head out on a rickshaw tour and see all the important landmarks of Barcelona. Along the way, we’ll stop for pictures at iconic spots, such as Casa Batlló, Casa Amatller, Parc de la Ciutadella, Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, Homenatge a Picasso, and many more. This experience will give you the lay of the land for the next few days and provide you with the historical backdrop of this majestic city.
Enjoy a night on the town with a bar crawl through the city
Freshen up after a day of exploring the city and get ready for a bar crawl through the streets of Barcelona! Grab dinner with the group, head to the meeting point, and make new friends as you stop by some of the hottest clubs and bars in the area. With free drinks and great music, you’ll party till the sun comes up!
Day 3
Visit La Sagrada Familia, an icon of Barcelona and one of the most intricately built churches in the world
Rise and shine! Today, we get to visit an iconic venue in Barcelona: the Sagrada Familia church! Designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí, this masterpiece has been in the works for over 135 years. The complexity of the design shines through every sculpture, wall, and tower erected and tells a deep cultural tale of Catholicism and Spain’s history through a combination of Art Nouveau, Catalan Modernism, and Spanish Late Gothic design. Make sure your phone is charged for some unforgettable sights!
See the city from a new perspective on a sunset paddleboarding tour
Disconnect from the bustling city life and see Barcelona from the water on a paddleboarding tour, departing from the beach of Barceloneta. As the sun sets, you’ll watch the city light up while you glide along the tranquil waters. With a trained instructor full of local knowledge, this experience will fill your heart and revive you for another night on the town.
Day 4
Enjoy a day filled with art, cocktails, and tapas
What a day we have planned for you! After a delicious breakfast, head to the Museum of Contemporary Art and explore the MACBA’s permanent collection of artwork and current exhibits. Featuring art from around the world, immerse yourself in this exquisite institution. When you’re done exploring, you’ll have some free time before we meet back up for a Spanish cocktail class. A master mixologist will take you through the process of creating some of the most popular Spanish drinks with a history lesson embedded in their creations. While you practice your bartending craft, enjoy a variety of tapas made by a private chef. From here, hit the town and enjoy another night in Barcelona.
Day 5
Discover the history of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter on a guided walking tour
On our last full day in Barcelona, start your morning with a private walking tour through the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter. We’ll learn the area’s medieval history, touching upon its dark past and current successes. Our guide will bring us to all the historic landmarks, such as the Medieval Placa del Rei, the Palatine chapel of Santa Agata, and the Temple d'August, along with pointing out other remnants of Roman Barcelona. Once the tour is complete, enjoy the rest of your time in the city as you please, making some final memories before heading home in the morning.
Day 6
One last Barcelona breakfast and departure
The day has come to pack up our things and head to our next destination. Whether that’s home or a new journey, we hope you had a stellar trip! Enjoy one last breakfast before checking out of the hostel and head to the airport with a full heart and full camera roll. Adiós, amigos!
Accommodation
St. Christopher’s Hostel (or similar according to availability)
Located at the top end of Las Ramblas in the heart of this bustling city is your trendy lodging for your nights in Barcelona. This upbeat hostel is great for making friends and experiencing the city's nightlife. Drop off your bags in the dorms and head downstairs to Belushi’s Bar, known for its delicious burgers and stellar drink specials. With an outdoor terrace and plethora of activities, you’ll never get bored on this Spanish adventure! Room type: Multiple occupancy.
Included
- 5 nights in St. Christopher’s Hostel (or similar)
- Shared occupancy in accommodation
- All breakfasts
- Welcome dinner
- Bar crawl with entrance fees/limited drinks
- Entrance to La Sagrada Familia
- Sunset paddleboarding tour (all gear/equipment provided)
- Entrance to Barcelona’s Museum of Contemporary Art
- Cocktail class with tapas
- Secrets of the Gothic Quarter guided tour
- 24/7 guest support
Not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- All food not mentioned in inclusions
- Personal expenses not stipulated
- Optional add-ons
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
Available add-on
Jet ski tour
Take an hour out of your day and explore the coastline of Barcelona by jet ski! You can ride on your own for up to an hour and explore the coast while seeing the city from a new perspective. The tour includes all gear and a lesson on how to use the equipment. Go at your own speed and enjoy this exhilarating experience!
Price: USD 101
20 spots left
Entrance to Casa Batlló
Casa Batlló is a custom-designed home and one of Antoni Gaudí’s works of art. Tour this incredible building where Mr. Josep Batlló gave Gaudí full creative freedom to decorate the entire property as he pleased. Casa Batlló is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and icon of Barcelona, attracting a million visitors each year.
Price: USD 35
20 spots left
Tour of FC Barcelona’s Camp Nou
Take a coach out of the city and head to Camp Nou, home of FC Barcelona. This stadium is the largest in Spain and all of Europe, featuring a capacity of almost 100,000 people. You’ll receive a guided tour of the stadium’s museum and visits to the locker rooms, press box, tunnel, and more. Enjoy a light tapas meal and beverage on-site, then spend the rest of the excursion exploring on your own.
Price: USD 59
20 spots left
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
If you cancel your trip after placing a deposit but before your card on file is charged for the full payment, you can request a full refund of your deposit up to 30 days before the tour departure.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making the full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a refund.
- Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at Camp Nou on this guided tour through the stadium. - Pexels: Mihai Vlasceanu
- Welcome to St. Christopher's Hostel, your home for the next 5 nights! - Facebook
- Drop your stuff in your comfy dorm room and start exploring this vibrant city. - Facebook
- Chill on the back terrace and make new friends in between excursions. - Facebook
- Have a drink downstairs at Belushi's Bar and get the night started right! - Facebook
- If you're looking for some fun, check in with hostel staff, and they'll point you in the right direction. - Facebook
- Barcelona's iconic La Sagrada Familia. - Unsplash: Louisa Schaad
- Casa Batlló, one of Gaudí's incredible masterpieces, is a must-see on any Barcelona trip - Unsplash: Stefan Roks
- Parc Güell is one of Gaudí's famous sites filled with wonder, eccentric architecture, and fun. - Unsplash: Dorian DussartD
- Barcelona is a vibrant city filled with diverse architecture, gastronomic delights, and art at every turn. - Unsplash: Logan Armstrong
- Barcelona has the best of all travel worlds with a bustling city and relaxing shoreline. - Unsplash: Enes
- Spain is known its for tapas: small, shareable plates of snacks containing anything from bread and cheeses to cooked meats and seafood. - Unsplash: Agent J
- Have some sangria with the group and toast to a week of adventure! - Unsplash: Luis González Sosa
- Casa Amatller is located next to the famous Casa Batlló and was designed by Josep Puig i Cadafalch. - Wikimedia Commons
- On your tour, you'll have the chance to walk through the famous gardens of the Parc de la Ciutadella. - Unsplash: Steven Lasry
- Discover the hidden wonders of the Gothic Quarter in a guided tour through the Medieval streets. - Unsplash: David Rüsseler
- Have a blast on a guided bar crawl to some of the best spots in Barcelona! - Pexels: cottonbro
- Make new friends and enjoy the energetic nightlife of this great city. - Facebook
- La Sagrada Familia is one of the most notable buildings in all of Barcelona and is still under construction to this day. - La Sagrada Familia website
- The inside of the basilica is ornate and becomes colorful when the sun shines at different angles through its various stained glass windows. - La Sagrada Familia website
- The intricacy of the ceiling alone will take your breath away. - La Sagrada Familia website
- Every inch of this incredible structure is covered with detailed carvings and artwork. - La Sagrada Familia website
- See the city in a new way as the sun sets over Barcelona. - Unsplash: Nat Fernández
- Paddleboard into the evening with your group. - Pexels: iROCKERitaly
- Let the water and the sunset soothe your soul and give you peace of mind on this serene tour of Barcelona. - Pixabay: RevsReels
- Visit Barcelona's Museum of Contemporary Art to see incredible exhibits featuring work from around the world. - Facebook
- Take your time and explore everything this museum has to offer. - Facebook
- Learn from a top mixologist at a private cocktail class, featuring complimentary Cava and tapas. - Unsplash: Aurélien Lemasson-Théobald
- Learn how to make some incredible Spanish drinks and taste your creation with the group. - Unsplash: Ralph (Ravi) Kayden
- See the remnants of Roman architecture throughout the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. - Unsplash: Brandon Gurney
- You'll get to see various ancient churches throughout your tour of the Gothic Quarter. - Unsplash: Miltiadis Fragkidis
- The churches in this area feature a similar Gothic flare but each stands out with varying decor and influence. - Unsplash: Héctor J. Rivas
- Explore the shoreline of Barcelona via jetski! - Pixabay: dimitrisvetsikas1969
- Walk the ins and outs of Casa Batlló, featuring incredible architecture, wild designs, and beautiful artwork of all kinds. - Unsplash: Ruggiero Calabrese
- You'll also stop by the Arc de Triomf for historical stories and plenty of time for pictures. - Pixabay: katerina198