Best of Barcelona and Montserrat - pickup from your hotel/ship

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Montjuïc Castle

  Enjoy panoramic views over the city of Barcelona

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Basilica de la Sagrada Familia

  Barcelona’s most iconic landmark, designed by Antoni Gaudí. Enjoy a panoramic visit to one of the most remarkable architectural works in the world, and if you wish to visit inside at the end of the tour, order skip-the-line tickets for your audio-guided visit at the end of the tour. Contact us after booking to pre-book your admission if wanted (most people are happy with a panoramic visit only).

  30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Port Olimpic

  See the beautiful Marina and Barcelona's trendy beach

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Casa Batllo

  Casa Batlló is one of Antoni Gaudí’s most imaginative creations on Passeig de Gràcia. Redesigned in 1904, the building is famous for its colorful mosaic façade, bone-like balconies, and a roof shaped like a dragon’s back. Inside, flowing lines, natural light, and marine-inspired details showcase Gaudí’s distinctive Modernist style.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Placa d'Espanya

  Plaça d’Espanya is one of Barcelona’s largest and most important squares, built for the 1929 International Exhibition. It is marked by the twin Venetian Towers and sits at the foot of Montjuïc, near the Magic Fountain and the former bullring, now the Arenas shopping center. The square serves as a major transport hub and a grand gateway to the Montjuïc area.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Casa Amatller

  Casa Amatller is a prominent Modernist building on Passeig de Gràcia, designed in 1898 by architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch. Its distinctive stepped gable façade, inspired by Flemish Gothic architecture, contrasts with Gaudí’s neighboring Casa Batlló. Rich decorative details and sculpted stonework reflect the wealth and taste of the Amatller chocolate-making family who commissioned it.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

  Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is housed in the grand Palau Nacional on Montjuïc hill. The museum is renowned for its outstanding collection of Romanesque frescoes, as well as Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and modern Catalan art. Its elevated position also offers panoramic views over Barcelona from the terraces.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  La Mansana de la Discordia

  La Mansana (Illa) de la Discòrdia, meaning “Block of Discord,” refers to a famous stretch of Passeig de Gràcia where leading Modernist architects competed through bold designs. The contrasting façades and decorative styles earned the block its nickname, making it one of Barcelona’s most striking showcases of Catalan Modernisme.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  L'Anella Olimpica de Montjuic

  L’Anella Olímpica de Montjuïc is the main Olympic complex built for the 1992 Barcelona Games. Located on Montjuïc hill, it includes the Olympic Stadium (Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys), Palau Sant Jordi, and surrounding open spaces. Today, it hosts major sporting events, concerts, and public gatherings, offering wide views over the city.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Casa Mila - La Pedrera

  La Pedrera, officially known as Casa Milà, is one of Antoni Gaudí’s most iconic Modernist buildings on Passeig de Gràcia. Completed in 1912, it is famous for its undulating stone façade and surreal rooftop chimneys. The innovative structure, natural light-filled courtyards, and flowing forms reflect Gaudí’s distinctive architectural vision.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  Plaza de Catalunya

  Plaça de Catalunya is Barcelona’s central square and main meeting point, linking the historic old town with the modern Eixample district. Surrounded by shops, cafés, and major avenues such as La Rambla and Passeig de Gràcia, it serves as a key transport hub and a lively gateway to the city.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12
  Montana de Montserrat

  Visit the national park of Montserrat – admission entry included in the price. Montserrat is a dramatic mountain range about one hour from Barcelona, known for its unique serrated rock formations and panoramic views. It is home to the Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, which houses the revered Black Madonna (La Moreneta), Catalonia’s patron saint. The area combines natural beauty, spiritual significance, and excellent hiking opportunities.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 13
  Abadia de Montserrat

  Abadía de Montserrat is a Benedictine monastery founded in the 11th century, dramatically set within the Montserrat mountains. It is one of Catalonia’s most important spiritual sites and home to the revered Black Madonna (La Moreneta). The abbey also features a basilica, and sweeping views over the surrounding landscape.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 14
  Passeig de Gracia

  See this famous Boulevard which shops and Gaudi's architecture

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 15
  El Born / La Ribera

  One of Barcelona’s most atmospheric neighborhoods, known for its narrow medieval streets, boutique shops, lively cafés, and vibrant nightlife. Blending history and creativity, it is home to landmarks such as Santa Maria del Mar and offers a mix of local culture, artisan stores, and a relaxed yet trendy vibe

  40 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 16
  Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

  Stunning 14th-century Catalan Gothic church built by the city’s merchants and shipbuilders. It is known for its pure architectural lines, soaring columns, and luminous stained-glass windows

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 17
  Museu Picasso

  A panoramic outside visit to the Museu Picasso highlights the elegant Gothic palaces that house the museum in the heart of El Born. From the street, you can admire the medieval façades, stone archways, and quiet courtyards that reflect Barcelona’s historic character.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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