Galeria Olimpica

Permanent exhibition and information centre for research into the Barcelona Olympic Games and the Olympic movement.

General Guided Sightseeing Tour of Barcelona

We use experienced and English speaking guides of the Barcelona Guide Bureau. The city tour is an excellent introduction to the city, and will typically visit places such as the Sagrada Familia and other Gaudi landmarks, the Olympic Port, Montjuic and the Olympic Ring, the Old City. We recommend a half-day tour, lasting 2.5-3 hours. Please note we may well be able to tailor make your tour to your requirements e.g. to focus it on the Leisure and Tourism industry. Pick up and drop off times are always flexible.

Genius of Gaudi guided tour

This tour takes you into the world of this exceptional architect, visiting his most representative works: Passeig de Gracia, Casa Mila, Parc Guell, and the Sagrada Familia Cathedral.

Gerona (Girona)

Approx 1 hour from Barcelona, Gerona makes a great excursion. Located on a hilltop at the branching of two rivers, Gerona is a town that combines local traditions with a modern feel and thriving arts scene. Gerona offers treasures such as a vast Gothic and Romanesque Cathedral, a labyrinthine Jewish Quarter and Arab baths.

Gothic Route Guided Tour

This tour allows the students to discover the gothic architecture in Barcelona. The tour begins by the beautiful monastery of Pedrables located in the north of the town, then continues to the old city, where the group will be taken on a walking tour of the medieval city, including the impressive Cathedral and Cloister. The "Ribera" quarter is next, this became the city centre in the 13th and 14th centuries when the Catalan were expanding their trade and sea links through the Mediterranean. Prices are available upon request.

Historic City Tour

This half-day tour is a journey through the different ages of the city, starting in the Gothic Quarter, of which the highlight is the Cathedral and its cloister. The tour continues to the Old Harbour, crowned by the Christopher Columbus column, then continues up Las Ramblas, the most famous boulevard in Barcelona. Next the coach will head in the direction of the Montjuic Mountain to see the ruins of the old castle and the impressive panorama of the city. Prices are available upon request.

Maritime Front Tour

Today Barcelona has the third most important commercial harbour in the Mediterranean. The tour begins with a panoramic view of the harbour from the top of the Montjuic Mountain over the Mediterranean Sea. The coach will then drive down to the port and stop at the entrance to Barceloneta for a small walking tour around the little streets of this former fisher village. The students will then go on a 35-minute boat tour at the harbour coast. The final stage of the tour is the twin towers of the "Vila Olimpica", the entrance to the Olympic Harbour built for the Olympic Games of 1992; a complex of bars, restaurants and luxurious boats. Prices are available upon request.

Modernist Route Guided Tour

Barcelona is known as the city of Modernism and its most famous artist, Gaudi. The "Quadrat d'Or", the golden square divided in its middle by the most beautiful boulevard of Barcelona; Passeig de Gracia, the square was initiated in 1860 and represents one of the most unusual urban spaces in a European and world context. Prices are available upon request.

Montserrat

At the top of the “Sacred Mountain” is a 9th Century Benedictine Monastery with a shrine to the “Black Virgin”. The dramatic location adds to the effect of the spiritual heart of Catalonia. Take the cable car to the top for spectacular views.

Olympic Games Stadium

You and your students may wish to visit the stadium on top of the Montjuic Mountain. The stadium is located extremely close to the Fundacio Joan Miro and the area has excellent views of the city. Travelling up the mountain via funicular, walking to the foundation then to the stadium, before descending by foot below the Palau Nacional back to Espana, is a very pleasant afternoon’s walk. Another pleasant walk is to the Olympic Village at Barceloneta. This area was extensively redeveloped for the 1992 games, and athletes were accommodated here. There is a pleasant marina, many seafront shops and restaurants, and the best beach in the city.

Tapas Tour

Go where the locals go, eat what they eat and have fun while learning something in the experience. Spend an evening strolling along the historic streets of Barcelona with a knowledgeable guide while tasting a variety of Spain's culinary treasures.