Barcelona City Explorer
Stellar stays in the Capital of Catalonia
Travel to the dynamic city of Barcelona, where you can eat tapas, peruse bustling markets, and spend days exploring some of the world's most eclectic buildings! Fall in love with this vibrant city, experience authentic Spanish culture along the way, and enjoy an included private tour highlighting Barcelona's most iconic attractions.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Barcelona (BCN)
- Private round-trip airport transfers
- 3 nights at the Hotel Derby Barcelona or similar
- Private Barcelona Sightseeing Tour (2 hrs)
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
Experience the charm of Barcelona's old town, combined with its trendy modern neighborhoods.
- Visit architect Antoni GaudÃ's eclectic works: the breathtaking Sagrada Familia and whimsical Park Güell.
Take a few hours to enjoy the unique beaches in Barcelona, where you can relax and get some vacation sun!
See a magnificent water show at the famous magic fountain, where you'll be treated to a performance of music and color.
Sample and savor authentic Spanish culture by visiting a tapas bar or two.
Your adventure in the capital of Catalonia awaits! Spend days experiencing Spain's culture of leisure, while also exploring the breathtaking buildings and institutions sprinkled throughout the city.
You can explore iconic museums, relax at the city's famous beaches, or visit the buildings designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudi, whose influence can be felt at almost every major square and landmark. Along the way you'll eat tapas, sip on sangria, and maybe even hear some Spanish guitar played on the streets!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
- Private Sagrada Familia Walking Tour
- Private Tapas & Taverns Tour
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Barcelona (BCN)
- Private round-trip airport transfers
- 3 nights at the Hotel Derby Barcelona or similar
- Private Barcelona Sightseeing Tour (2 hrs)
- Breakfast daily
Experience the charm of Barcelona's old town, combined with its trendy modern neighborhoods.
- Visit architect Antoni GaudÃ's eclectic works: the breathtaking Sagrada Familia and whimsical Park Güell.
Take a few hours to enjoy the unique beaches in Barcelona, where you can relax and get some vacation sun!
See a magnificent water show at the famous magic fountain, where you'll be treated to a performance of music and color.
Sample and savor authentic Spanish culture by visiting a tapas bar or two.
Your adventure in the capital of Catalonia awaits! Spend days experiencing Spain's culture of leisure, while also exploring the breathtaking buildings and institutions sprinkled throughout the city.
You can explore iconic museums, relax at the city's famous beaches, or visit the buildings designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudi, whose influence can be felt at almost every major square and landmark. Along the way you'll eat tapas, sip on sangria, and maybe even hear some Spanish guitar played on the streets!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Prices From:
Enhance your vacation with:
- Private Sagrada Familia Walking Tour
- Private Tapas & Taverns Tour
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Day 1. Welcome to Barcelona!
Upon arrival at the airport, enjoy a transfer to your hotel. After getting settled, take a stroll around the neighborhood and pop in at a local tapas bar; treat yourself to an assortment of snacks and nibbles that embody the flavors of Spain!
Transfer to Barcelona hotel
Step into elegance at this beautiful hotel! Located about 1 mile from Barcelona's most popular landmarks, Hotel Derby is surrounded by quaint streets of unique shops and authentic restaurants.
Walk into the impressive lobby and find a rich collection of Catalan art complemented by wooden furniture. Check-in with the friendly 24-hour reception team, then head up to your room.
Open the door to classy decor, comfortable beds, crisp air conditioning, and flooding natural light. Enjoy modern amenities like flat-screen TV and free WiFi! In need of some energy? Treat yourself to a bite at Derby's onsite coffee shop and bar.Â
Located at the foot of Montjuïc, this sleek hotel mixes contemporary style with funky flair. Check-in with the inviting 24-hour reception team, then head up to your bright, airy room. Open the door and find crisp air conditioning, free WiFi, plush bedding, and luxurious bath amenities.Â
Once you're all settled in, work all your stresses away in the fitness center, or take a walk to nearby Las Ramblas! When you work up an appetite, treat yourself to a yummy snack from the lobby bar and say "cheers" with a drink at the bar.
Located right near the Passeig de Gracia, this stylish hotel boasts contemporary decor and well-equipped rooms. Check-in with the 24-hour reception team, then head up to your spacious room. Open the door to crisp air conditioning, flat-screen TV, a minibar, plush bedding, free WiFi, and much more. Once you're all settled, take advantage of the hotel's wellness area, featuring a sauna, fitness machines, and a sun terrace.
End your night with a drink from the hotel's bar, or treat yourself to a lovely dinner in the popular Gracia district, just a short walk from the hotel.
This historic Barcelona hotel, built in 1883 and recently renovated, offers all the comforts of the 21st century and the classical ambiance of the 19th. Located just steps from the posh Passeig de Gracia, one of Barcelona's most famous shopping streets, the HCC St. Moritz is a the perfect retreat from the bustling city.Â
Head up to your comfortable room, where you'll find free Wi-Fi, crisp air conditioning, plush beds, and much more. When you get hungry, look no further than the HCC St. Moritz's very own St. Gallen restaurant, serving up Mediterranean fresh-produce cuisine. After dinner, unwind on the terrace with a cocktail!
The H10 Cubik stands on Via Laietana, in the very heart of the city, next to the Gothic Quarter and Plaça de Catalunya. A fantastic location close to the city’s main shopping and business areas, ideal for anyone wanting to visit the best boutiques, bars and restaurants, as well as the popular tourist areas of Les Rambles, Passeig de Grà cia, the cosmopolitan El Born neighborhood and the seafront promenade.
Located in the heart of Barcelona, the H10 Cubik is an exclusive 4-star top class hotel built by completely renovating a modern building. Its cutting-edge interior design, work of the prestigious designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán, uses geometric shapes and colors to create an original and welcoming ambience.
The hotel offers large, bright rooms, a restaurant, a bar and a spectacular 8th-floor terrace with a plunge pool and views across the city.
Don't miss a moment of excitement in Barcelona! Unimpeachably restored, the dominant black and white spaces and new renovations pay homage to Barcelona's love of design. Touches of oak and similar natural materials enhance warm the feel of the restaurant, lounge, and guest rooms.
Located a stone's throw from Placa Catalunya, you'll only have to step outside to feel the pulse of the city. Shopping, sight-seeing, and fine dining couldn't be easier! If you prefer a higher vantage point, pop up to Twenty One Terrace on the top floor of the hotel for spectacular views of the city center!
Hotel 1898's guests can enjoy the seasonal rooftop pool and terrace which offer panoramic views of the city and out across to the Mediterranean Sea. Complimentary towels are also available, as well as sun loungers, and a poolside bar opens from June to October.
The health spa in the hotel's basement provides a heated indoor swimming pool with complimentary towels, cardio gym, sauna, steam room, and powers showers. The spa offers a range of health and beauty treatments including aromatherapy, massages, and reflexology. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available free of charge throughout the building.
HCC Regente is set in a building that dates back to 1913! Located along the Rambla de Catalunya in the upscale Eixample district, guests will enjoy close proximity to excellent shopping and dining options. Guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, air conditioning, television, and more. The lounge bar is a great place to sip a pre-dinner cocktail before venturing out to find an authentic Spanish meal. The open-air pool and patio are perfect places to spend a day while you relax and rejuvenate!
Day 2. Barcelona
Following breakfast, start your Barcelona adventure with a private guided tour.
In the evening, head to the famous Magic Fountain and enjoy a spectacular water show, filled with music and vibrant colors which are sure to delight!
Barcelona Private Sightseeing Tour (2 hours)
Enjoy a private 2-hour tour of Barcelona by luxury car with an English-speaking driver. The variety and wealth of Barcelona's heritage provide a number of attractive routes through its various districts, and along the way, you will get to know the most iconic monuments of the city.
As you explore this cosmopolitan Mediterranean city, you’ll visit the façade of the Barcelona Cathedral, and of course the Sagrada Familia - a unique creation that has become Barcelona's most iconic landmark. The tour continues to the Olympic Village, the Columbus Monument, and finally on to the Montjuïc Mountain, where you will be able to see the Olympic Stadium and Sant Jordi Palace.
Day 3. Barcelona
You passed by the Sagrada Familia on your tour, now today's the day you might want to explore all the secrets and symbolism located within! Leave yourself a few hours as you may become entranced by the beauty and grandeur of this seemingly otherworldly building. Another must-see on your tour of Gaudi's famous works is the Park Güell, home to uniquely-shaped buildings covered with vibrantly-colored tiles.
Time willing, you'll also want to walk through the Barri Gotic (Gothic Quarter) today. Consider paying a visit to the 13th-century Gothic Cathedral, then continue onto the Museu Nacional d'Art Catalan, where you will find an impressive collection of medieval art.
In the evening, take a stroll down the famous shopping street of Las Ramblas. Pick up a souvenir or two, or stop by the famous food market of Boqueria, where you'll find a variety of snacks and sips, from local fruits to gourmet candies to freshly caught fish!
Day 4. Depart Barcelona
After breakfast, you'll be transferred back to the airport, for your return flight home.
Transfer to Barcelona airport (BCN)
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