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Barcelona Highlights & Hidden Gems Private Tour

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Barcelona, Spain
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Spanish
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Overview

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Barcelona from a unique perspective! Get to know Barcelona on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!

Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Barcelona at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Cathedral of Barcelona, Palau Güell, Plaça Reial and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.

Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

What's Included

  • Skip the crowds - locals know best
  • Organized by B-Corp certified Withlocals
  • CO2 Neutral: tour's carbon emissions are offset
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Entrance for attractions not included - we will only visit them from the outside
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Passatge de la Banca
7, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

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What To Expect

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Palau Guell

One of the first works of Gaudí and a magnificent example of the early days of Gaudí’s fevered architectural imagination.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Barcelona Cathedral

This elevated site occupied by the cathedral has always been the spiritual center of Barcelona. First there was a Roman temple here, then a mosque, and then a church.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Placa Reial

One of the most photogenic squares in Barcelona and a delightful retreat where you can find numerous eateries, bars and nightspots beneath the arcades of 19th-century neoclassical buildings.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Las Ramblas (pass by)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) (pass by)

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Mirador de Colom (pass by)

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Museu d'Historia de Barcelona - MUHBA (pass by)

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Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar (pass by)

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El Born (pass by)

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Palace of Catalan Music (pass by)

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide
  • Organized by B-Corp certified Withlocals

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Barcelona Highlights & Hidden Gems Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-24380P322

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Skip the crowds - locals know best
  • Organized by B-Corp certified Withlocals
  • CO2 Neutral: tour's carbon emissions are offset
  • Private tour - only you and a local expert
  • 1 local drink/tasting
  • Private Tour & Local Guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Entrance for attractions not included - we will only visit them from the outside

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide
  • Organized by B-Corp certified Withlocals

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