School Trips to Barcelona
Barcelona, capital of Catalonia, is the cultural centre of northern Spain. This bustling, lively, historic city has an excellent range of art museums, fine architecture, historic monuments and amusement parks which will appeal to students studying a variety of subjects.
One of the top visits is the magnificent La Sagrada Familia Basilica designed by Antonio Gaudí which has been under construction since 1882. It has only recently (June 2019) been issued the works license by the Council of Barcelona that will allow the Construction Board of the Sagrada Familia to continue building the masterpiece project of Antoni Gaudí.
Barcelona is full of Gaudi’s unique buildings including Casa Batlló and Park Güell as well as museums and exhibitions explaining his life and work. Gaudi’s distinct style appeals to all, whether you are interested in architecture or not, and most can be appreciated from the outside for free.
Alongside its cultural heritage Barcelona boasts a stunning Beach with up to 2.8 miles of coastline and has been voted the world’s best beach city by National Geographic. The Mediterranean climate means that the city can be enjoyed all year round. If all this does not whet your appetite, you can also take a tour of the famous FC Nou Camp Stadium and enjoy some traditional tapas for a real flavour of Spain.
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Top Visits in Barcelona
Gaudi Experiencia
Dali Museum (Figueres)
Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona (MACBA)
Port of Barcelona
Grand Prix Circuit
Picasso Museum
Beaches
Guided Sightseeing Tour of Barcelona
Montserrat
Flamenco Show
Tapas Tour
Sagrada Familia
Port Aventura
Barcelona FC Nou Camp Stadium
Parc Guell
Popular Barcelona Itinerary
Day 1
| Morning |
Land in the capital of Catalonia and drop off your bags. |
| Afternoon |
Explore the bustling Las Ramblas with all its shops cafés and market stalls. |
| Evening |
Enjoy a group evening meal in a central restaurant. |
Day 2
| Morning |
Guided sightseeing tour of the city including the Gothic Quarter and Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece the Sagrada Familia. |
| Afternoon |
Guided sightseeing tour of the city including the Gothic Quarter and Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece the Sagrada Familia. |
| Evening |
Tapas tasting and Flamenco show. |
Day 3
| Morning |
Day trip to PortAventura where your students can enjoy all the rides and attractions at Spain's most popular theme park. |
| Evening |
Free time to relax around the Port of Barcelona. |
Day 4
| Morning |
Learn about the heritage and history of Barcelona FC on a tour of Nou Camp Stadium. |
| Afternoon |
Transfer to the airport for your return flight. |
Top Tips from Our Travel Experts
Do not be afraid to use public transport – the metro is well connected and easy to navigate. Make use of a multi-day metro card to save money! This also allows you to fully Immerse yourself in the local culture by trying food from markets and tapas at restaurants. I also highly recommend visiting Nou Camp as it’s an interesting visit which will keep students engaged. Finally, booking a walking tour is a great way to familiarise yourself with the city and learn about the local history.
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Barcelona Gallery
Parc Guell
Sagrada Familia
Nou Camp
PortAventura
Nou Camp
Sagrada Familia Art Group