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Since we have such a...
Since we have such a short time in Barcelona before cruising. We had the opportunity to see many Barcelona historic sites in several hours with a very personal tour.
Private and customizable Barcelona Half-Day Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $226 / person
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 76 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Welcome Pickups (Barcelona)
Description
Make the most out of your stay in sun-soaked Barcelona and let your local driver show you around in a fully customizable tour! Admire the most popular attractions from the comfort of your own private car without worrying about leaving something out. Our drivers are not licensed tour guides but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective. The Sightseeing Ride can include many interesting stops visitors always enjoy. The impressive Sagrada Familia, the Arc de Triomf and the modernist buildings of Antoni Gaudi. Wander around Plaça de Catalunya and Parc Montjuic where you can visit the iconic National Palace. Take memorable photos from Tibidabo Hill and the flamboyant Parc Güell, stroll along la Rambla, explore the Gothic Quarter, a quaint area where you can taste local delicacies in nearby restaurants or enjoy a drink. At the end of the ride, your driver will drop you off at your accommodation.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 25 times a day, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 1+)
- $226
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $451.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:55 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
The Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família is a large unfinished Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, designed by Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí.
Passeig de Gracia
Spend some time on Passeig de Gracia, admiring the modernist buildings of Gaudi like Casa Batllo, La Pedrera, Casa Amatller and Casa Mila.
Plaza de Catalunya
The large square in central Barcelona that is generally considered to be both its city center and the place where the old city and the 19th century-built Eixample meet.
Las Ramblas
A tree-lined pedestrian street, stretching for 1.2 kilometres connecting Plaça de Catalunya in the centre with the Christopher Columbus Monument at Port Vell
Gothic Quarter
The charming Gothic Quarter, or Barri Gòtic, has narrow medieval streets filled with trendy bars, clubs and Catalan restaurants.
Playa de La Barceloneta
Take a walk by the sea,admire the most famous Catalan coastline, La Barceloneta and take memorable photos.
Park Guell offers mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views of Barcelona.
Montjuic Castle
Get on the top of the hill and enjoy the panoramic view of the capital of Catalonia.
Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau
With over six centuries of history, Sant Pau is one of Europe's oldest hospital institutions. Its evolution is closely linked to the development of medicine in Europe,
Parc de la Ciutadella
Ciutadella Park is the biggest and most important park of Barcelona. Located in the district of La Ribera, it's a green refuge in the Barcelona downtown.
What's included
Included
Fuel and Tolls
Hotel pickup and dropoff
Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
Not included
Beverages and meals
Tips and gratuities
Official Tour Guide - Our drivers are English Speaking and very knowledgable of the places visited
Sagrada Familia Ticket if you wish to visit the Interior
Tickets to Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, Casa Amatller, and Casa Milà each cost around €20 if you wish to visit the interiors
Park Guell Ticket is around €18 if you wish to visit the interiors
Pickup Locations & Times
Traveler pickup is offered from any central hotel or location in Barcelona. Please note that pickup from the airport/port/train station is not included in this booking. Our operators are not official tour guides but English-speaking professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you into the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
76 reviews
How it compares in Barcelona
- Starting price $226 is 32% above the typical $171 for tours of similar length 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
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1-4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
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 Private and customizable Barcelona Half-Day Tour take?
Private and customizable Barcelona Half-Day Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Private and customizable Barcelona Half-Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $226 per person for this Barcelona experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $451. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private and customizable Barcelona Half-Day Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 25 departures a day between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
Can I cancel Private and customizable Barcelona Half-Day Tour 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. Traveler pickup is offered from any central hotel or location in Barcelona. Please note that pickup from the airport/port/train station is not included in this booking. Our operators are not official tour guides but English-speaking professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you into the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you. Pickup points include Exe Plaza Catalunya, Hotel Casa Sagnier.
What languages is Private and customizable Barcelona Half-Day Tour 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 13 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private and customizable Barcelona Half-Day Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 76 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Welcome Pickups (Barcelona).
Reviews(76)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Sunny was fantastic!
Sunny was our driver and from the start there was great communication!! He was very helpful, kind and polite as well as having good knowledge of the area.
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Barcelona
Our driver was amazing showed up on time took us to all the historical areas in Barcelona. Stopped anytime we wanted something to drink eat or use the restroom very friendly and very knowledgeable.
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You changed our pick up...
You changed our pick up time without any notification. Original pickup time as per the ticket was 9am and you changed it to 10am. We used your services so many times in last 2 years, this has never happened before.
Operator response
Hi SwapanKumar_B, we apologize for any inconvenience you've experienced with your bookin.. We will make sure to help you further and to do that we would appreciate more details regarding your concerns. Please reach out to us at hello@welcomepickups.com, including your booking information and our Support Team will assist you regarding this. This will also help us investigate further and ensure a smoother experience for you in the future. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
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Not as advertised
this tour isnt as published. it was only a driveby even though it says can pay for admission to items in tour. waste of money.
Operator response
Hi Mark, we apologize for any inconvenience you've experienced with your booking. We will make sure to help you further and to do that we would appreciate more details regarding your concerns. Please reach out to us at hello@welcomepickups.com, including your booking information and our Support Team will assist you regarding this. This will also help us investigate further and ensure a smoother experience for you in the future. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
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Not a tour - a dedicated taxi driver
The word “tour“ is misleading. While our cab driver which was dedicated for four hours, was a really nice guy and helpful. It was not a tour, and the driver was very clear to point that out when he met us. So it was disappointing and felt like a lot of money for a dedicated taxi cab.
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Great tour guide
We had a fantastic time on this tour. Our guide was amazing. He showed us many things and the timing was right. We never felt rushed but did a lot. Love the amazing sights!
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Disappointed
No driver showed. They don’t have a driver for our tour but didn’t bother to notify us. We received a full refund but had to call Them when no one showed to find out it was cancelled.
Operator response
Hi Michael, we apologize for any inconvenience you've experienced with your booking. We will make sure to help you further and to do that we would appreciate more details regarding your concerns. Please reach out to us at hello@welcomepickups.com, including your booking information and our Support Team will assist you regarding this. This will also help us investigate further and ensure a smoother experience for you in the future. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
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Disappointment tour in Barcelona
We did not get a guided tour as we expected. The driver barely spoke to us and his English was difficult to understand. We have used Viator before and were very pleased. This was a disappointment and we felt overcharged. It was more like a taxi (we were in a taxi) drop off service.
Operator response
Dear Bill, we are sorry to learn fo the experience you had with your sightseeing ride in Barcelona, please contact our team at hello@welcomepickups.com with your tour id so that they may look into all your concerns and assist you. Thank you for reaching out.
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Lively, friendly driver
Nadeem was great knew how to travel around the city and was really helpful. Show us a lot of neat little hidden gems as well. Would definitely recommend this to everyone.
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