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Tours/Barcelona/Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend

Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend

5.0(64)Barcelona1–10 hours
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(62)
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
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Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend
Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend

At a glance

Duration
1–10 hours
Price from
$628 / person
Location
Barcelona, Spain
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 64 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
SigaMiga Barcelona
Meeting point
Meeting at the white mosaic bench on the street corner.

Description

Discover Barcelona at the hands of a local friend at your own pace doing exactly what you want to do! In this completely personalized tour, we will communicate beforehand to discuss your needs and interests to create a customized itinerary which will be a mash-up of your Barcelona bucket list and the top sights and suggestions. The details on this page are just suggestions! When we meet, I'll be like a local friend, showing you around my city and telling you stories and anecdotes about the city, history, culture, and my local experience. Keep in mind that this is a private experience just for you and your travel party, so we'll go at your pace and anything that comes up during the day we can adjust or modify. Please message for inquiries and concerns! My objective is to be the bridge to help you understand the local life and identity of Barcelona so that you can also see the magical feeling that attracts so many people to this beautiful city. Just follow me!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Group price
$628 per group of up to 6

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend

Pickup included

Itinerary

Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
Admission not included30 min

The famous work in progress from Antoni Gaudi and one of Barcelona's iconic landmarks. We will discuss it from the outside and if you have booked at ticket in advance (as we will discuss well in advance of your trip) then you can go inside for a visit (visits are approx. 1-3 hours).

Gothic Quarter
120 min

Take a journey through Barcelona's multiple layers of history learning about the Roman and medieval histories, cultural legends and traditions, and see how it fits in with the modern elements of present day. Depending on our determined itinerary, we can breeze through a few of the main sites in the Gothic quarter, or we can do an exclusive tour seeing all of the main points. Duration can range from 45 minutes to 3 hours. All points are without entry fee.

Catedral de Barcelona
10 min

This is part of the Gothic quarter. We will definitely stop in front of it, don't you worry! We will not go inside during the tour.

Las Ramblas
10 min

This is also part of the Gothic quarter. Just marking so that you know we will be seeing and discussing it ;-)

Port Vell Barcelone
15 min

Port of Barcelona. We can have a beautiful stroll along Barcelona's port which is one the most important elements of Barcelona's many "cities"

Parc de la Ciutadella
30 min

The famous park in the center of Barcelona. We can have a stroll through the park and visit some of its famous landmarks inside such as the fountain, mamouth, and the Parlament. Learn about the origins of the park and its place in Barcelona's history.

Arco di Trionfo
10 min

Barcelona has its own Arc de Triumph. Learn about why it was constructed and what it stands for.

Placa d'Espanya
20 min

See the famous plaza with many beautiful landmarks surrounding it. You will learn about the history of the various points and depending on the itinerary we will go to visit some of them up close.

Parc de Montjuic
120 min

Jump into nature without leaving the city! The famous hill at the side of the city hosts various famous landmarks such as the Castle of Montjuic, the Olympic stadium, and the Palace as well as many hidden gems. We can arrange an itinerary to view the top important spots or to explore it in further detail. Due to the distance from the rest of things, Montjuic usually takes up a bit of time from the day, so the "duration" could range from 1 hour to 4 hours if you want to walk around by foot to various points.

What's included

Included
Friendly/Knowledgeable Guide
Not included
I will offer to stop and share food/snacks throughout the day. The bill for any food, drinks, or snacks consumed during the trip is the responsibility of the guest. This will be discussed upon booking
Metro & Taxis - Any transport fees are the responsibility of the guest.
Entry fees - If you decide to enter anything along the route, you are more than welcome to!

Pickup Locations & Times

I don't have a car, as the experience is not with a chauffeured vehicle, but I can meet you at any starting location to make the beginning of the tour easier for you. Just give the details of your hotel or a relevant landmark to meet at.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
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How it compares in Barcelona

  • Rated higher than 82% of 1,037 reviewed tours in Barcelona

Excurgo comparison of 2,982 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend take?

Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend lasts about 1–10 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.

How much does Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend cost?

Prices start at $628 per person for this Barcelona experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.

Can I cancel Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. I don't have a car, as the experience is not with a chauffeured vehicle, but I can meet you at any starting location to make the beginning of the tour easier for you. Just give the details of your hotel or a relevant landmark to meet at. Pickup points include Exe Plaza Catalunya.

What languages is Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.

Is Barcelona Highlights with a Local Friend worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 64 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SigaMiga Barcelona.

Reviews(64)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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gllano97
June 2, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
2 days in Barcelona

We had a great 2 days exploring Barcelona with Kimberly! We got to know all the different neighborhoods and learned and experienced the city’s unique culture, cuisine, and geography! Kimberly was knowledgeable, kind, and fun!

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lilmimi_1
August 19, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great walking tour of Barcelona

Kimberly was awesome! We found her through a Facebook group recommendation and decided to book her for a day. Communications with her were super easy; she asked us a few questions to help plan the day and was very flexible with us, especially since we had a 5-year old in our group. She took us to Park Guell, the Gothic Quarter and Born, giving us a ton of great history and interesting tidbits that really helped provide some context to what we were seeing around the city. Her passion for history really shows and she presented the information in a really engaging manner to keep everyone interested. She gave us breaks when we wanted them and really catered the day to our interests and limitations. We did bring a stroller for our daughter, which was very key in allowing us to walk all those hours! We really enjoyed our day with Kimberly and highly recommend her!

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Rich B
July 31, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Book this tour with Kimberly!

Kimberly was great, very knowledgeable and easy going. Took her time with us and explained very cool and interesting historical info on our tour.

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MaidMarion64
June 8, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
WHAT A GEM!

Kimberly was a gem from the first moment we started planning our trip! She was gracious to map around another small group tour we’d set up that included the Gothic area. Such thoughtful consideration of all our stops, shopping, and meals helped us to feel the community aspect of Barcelona. We enjoyed seeing all 4 neighborhoods and especially loved Born. She provided fascinating insights and captivating stories about the various festivals and rich history of Barcelona. While there were no festivals while we were there, seeing the giants up close was so special! Her ability to connect historical events with present-day contexts left us with such an appreciation for the city's rich heritage. We have a friend in Barcelona, not just a private guide! She was so flexible we even broke for a siesta and then resumed our tour. She stopped into a few local shops for us to make some purchases, lovely local shops, the oldest roaster, and Christmas ornaments with a very funny story! I’m still enjoying the candy and the roasted almonds we brought home. We would love to go back to Barcelona again and there is only one person I would call - KIMBERLY!

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Guide771793
June 4, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
All the stars! excellent!!

My family spent two days with Kimberly at the end of May touring Barcelona and I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. She was wonderful to work with leading up to our trip and we got to see so much of Barcelona and Catalan culture in just two short days. Kimberly was the perfect guide for our family and was excellent with our three girls ages 5,7,10. We were not stuck to a strict schedule and had plenty of time to explore and take in the experience. My girls only wish we had more time with her!

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987sandiab
May 31, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
See Barcelona with a local friend!

Our first trip to Barcelona did not disappoint! Our family (4 adults) had a fantastic time exploring the city with Kimberly SigaMiga Barcelona. The itinerary was personalized to our needs. We spent the first day touring the different neighborhoods in the city. We got to try local foods and hear the history behind the traditions. Our second day was spent walking by several Gaudí homes and Park Guéll and ended at Sagrada Familia. Kimberly made our first visit to Spain memorable. She was also very helpful answering questions and recommended other excursions for us. We highly recommend her!

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juliagL8531DV
April 23, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
SigaMiga Barcelona!

We had a wonderful week with Kimberly in Barcelona! She is very organized and made sure we saw all the sites and cultural events. She knows all the local people and that made our trip more enjoyable. I highly recommend Komberly for your Barcelona experience!

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brooker156
April 10, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent family tour.

We had a wonderful time exploring Barcelona with Kimberly from Sigamiga. My husband and I and our 7/9 year olds started the day by meeting Kimberly for churros con chocolate where we were able to get to know each other and get energy for a long day of walking (8 hours). She took us through Born, Gothic, Raval and Barconleta, stopping to point out all historical, and cultural sites along the way. She explained and showed us the history of the city through old ruins. She kept it engaging for our children and allowed for plenty of rests especially to get yummy treats. It was a great way to see Barcelona when you only have a few days in town or if you just want an in depth explanation to get to know the layout. She will customize the tour to your interests and call you ahead of time to plan. If you want a tour as if your friend were showing you around their city, Kimberly is the one for you.

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cheechmd
April 10, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
One lovely day in Barcelona

We had an opportunity to spend 42 hours in Barcelona and we chose to spend 8 of it with Kim. I contacted her a few months ago to ask her to plan a day for my husband , myself and our 2 kids (12 and 14). Weeks before the trip, she would check in with me occasionally. She gave us tips and got to know what we were interested in. she came up with an itinerary taking us through 4 neighborhoods , talking about the culture , trying the food and keeping the kids engaged (which is not easy to do with tweens/teens for 8 hours!) . We all had a great time ! She had everything planned but still felt like we were going at our own pace . It truly felt like having a local friend for a day! Kim showed us why she fell in love with Barcelona and at the end of the day , we ended up feeling the same way. We are hoping to go back soon (hopefully for much longer than 42 hours) :).

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i-like-vacations
April 5, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Truly a Local Friend

Kimberly was friendly, engaging & very knowledgeable- took my family of 4 on a tour of Gothic, Born, Raval & Barconeleta. We also used her trip planning services to come up with a detailed itinerary for our entire stay in Barcelona- it’s truly like having a local friend help you customize your trip! It was super easy to communicate with her through What’s App both before & during our trip.

$628/ person
5.0(64)
Duration1–10 hours
LanguagesEN, ES
ConfirmationWithin 24h
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