Top Barcelona Arts & Design

Take a deep dive into Pablo Picasso's life in Barcelona during a 2-hour walking tour visiting the favorite haunts of this celebrated artist. Join your guide on an exploration of this Spanish master's Barcelona gathering spots, following the path of his hangouts, schooling and evolution as a painter from 1895 through 1905. Check out Picasso's art school, the café where he interacted with other artists and other key locations in the young creator's life. Finish your excursion with a skip-the-line admission to the Picasso Museum, letting you avoid the lines and take a guided tour of this top-notch collection.

Delve deeper into Barcelona’s artistic heritage during a tour of El Born and the Picasso museum. Designed with art lovers in mind, this private tour comes with the undivided attention of your guide and reveals historical information that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook.

Immerse yourself in the astounding architecture of the Palau de la Música Catalana on a comprehensive tour. Sail past long lines with your priority access pass and commence your tour of the Art Nouveau icon with an expert architectural guide. Gain fascinating insight into the rich history of the structure as you absorb the lavish décor and opulent design of the interior. Marvel at the incandescent light that streams through the windows of Lluis Millet Hall then imagine watching a performance in the decadently decorated Concert Hall.

Peddle off the beaten path on this 3.5-hour bike tour of Barcelona’s street art hubs. See vibrant graffiti murals in the once-industrial Poble Nou neighborhood, and learn about the city’s most active and renowned street artists from your local guide. Soak up the fresh sea breeze as you cycle back to the city center along a scenic beach trail. It’s an excellent way to experience Barcelona’s alternative arts scene while getting some exercise!

Skip the line and avoid entrance hassles with this guided tour of Park Güell. Due to the popularity of Antoni Gaudí’s creative masterpiece, there are often long lines and even limits on admission. The park’s hilltop setting can mean waiting in intense heat or gusty winds. Avoid all the hassle with a prepaid ticket, and enrich your experience with a guided tour by a multilingual expert.

Explore the landmark hailed as one of Gaudi’s most inspired creations on this skip-the-line audio tour of La Pedrera. Sail past long lines with your priority access pass and enjoy leisurely exploration of the modernist masterpiece with an informative audio guide. Gain fascinating insight into the architect’s innovative vision and inspiration for the surreal structure, in which spiraling chimneys and undulating lines compete for attention. Delve into Gaudi’s past by visiting the Espai Gaudi museum on the top floor and stroll over the decorative swirls of courtyards within the complex.

Casa Vicens, the first important work of Modernisme architect Antoni Gaudí and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sits in the hip Barcelona neighborhood of Gràcia. Save time standing in the long ticket line at this architectural attraction with a flexible entrance ticket. Visit anytime during opening hours, and tour the building—originally designed as a summer house—at your leisure.

Celebrate Barcelona’s legendary creativity and food scene during this small group excursion with a small group to the city’s top art museums and intimate local tapas bars. Live it up like Spanish great (and one-time Barcelona resident) Picasso might have done, stopping to snack, drink, and socialize at several local tapas spots serving Catalan-style small bites. In between eating, you’ll sample Barcelona’s amazing art scene, stopping by the Picasso Museum and MACBA (Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art).

Delve into the eccentric imagination of Antoni Gaudí on a combo tour that combines two of Barcelona’s most interesting experiences. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, sail past the long lines at the entrance of La Sagrada Familia with a priority access pass and marvel at the inspiring interior of the famously unfinished church. Afterward, explore the sculpted splendor of Park Güell and stroll down Passeig de Gràcia to see La Pedrera (Casa Mila) and Casa Batlló, two of the architect’s most distinctive and dynamic designs.

Let kids play and discover their inner artist through mosaic making with this short class that lets little ones create colorful pieces they can take home. Kids of all skill and ability levels will learn to handle and set tiles in the colors of their choice into a box, picture frame, or coaster.

Busy travelers can skip long lines at Barcelona’s number one attraction on a private tour of the Sagrada Familia. By booking a tour in advance you can ensure you don’t miss the chance to see the interior of the church—tickets sell out. Once inside, your personal guide leads you through the architectural wonder, sharing details and stories you would likely miss on your own.

Visit the splendid National Art Museum (Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya) in Barcelona with this entrance ticket. Show your ticket and explore at leisure, viewing the glorious collections that cover more than a thousand years of European art, from Romanesque and Renaissance to the 20th century. Marvel at the stunning exhibitions of Romanesque murals, view canvases by Canaletto, Velázquez and Titian, and cast your eye over decorative art and furniture by Antoni Gaudí. Cap your explorations with a visit to the rooftop terrace to soak in the panoramas over Barcelona.

Prebook your admission ticket to ensure your entry to the Museu de la Xocolata. Visit at a time that suits you and discover the history and secrets of chocolate in a unique space.

Immerse yourself in the architecture and creative work of artistic genius Antoni Gaudí on this afternoon excursion in Barcelona. Take some time to admire the designer's UNESCO World Heritage-listed La Sagrada Familia before heading to Gaudí's iconic Park Güell for a skip-the-line visit. Spend time exploring the park's wealth of mosaic-adorned benches, walls, and sculptures before heading back to the city center to see the Gaudí-designed residences of Casa Batlló and La Pedrera (Casa Milà) from the outside.

Lose yourself in the winding alleyways, beguiling back streets and centuries-old squares of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter on this 2.5-hour walking tour. With a knowledgeable guide to lead the way, you’ll veer off the beaten path and delve deep into the medieval district’s past. See some of the area’s most popular and hidden sights, marvel at the architectural delights seemingly waiting around every corner, and finish up with some traditional ‘pintxos’ (small snacks) at a restaurant in the trendy neighborhood of El Born.

The Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona, or MACBA), houses roughly 5,000 works and more than five acres (two hectares) of gallery space. Exhibits focus on Catalan and Spanish art from 1945 onward, with displays of visual arts, performance, dance, and film. This ticket allows you to explore the museum at your own pace, with multiple times offered throughout the day.

Take a guided tour of Parc Güell, designed by renowned architect Antoni Gaudí and arguably Barcelona's most beautiful public space. Follow your guide on an in-depth exploration of this magnificent site, checking out some of its most picturesque sights and learning fascinating facts about its eccentric designer, Gaudí. Along the way you're sure to enjoy the park's intricate tile work, colorful architecture, and stunning city views afforded by its hilltop location. Your Parc Güell tour also includes entrance fees at the site.

Delve into FC Barcelona's history on an independent tour of Camp Nou stadium. Sail past the long entrance lines with your priority access ticket and follow in the footsteps of football (soccer) legends from past and present. Visit the changing room, pitch, presidential box, and press room, then head to the FC Barcelona Museum, where you find the club’s gleaming trophy collection and interactive exhibits.

Follow in the footsteps of characters from the bestselling novel The Shadow of the Wind on a literary walking tour. Discover some of Barcelona’s most sacred locations as you trace the narrative of the novel by Carlos Ruiz Zafón, which has sold more than 2 million copies since its publication in 2001. Stroll the winding streets of Santa Anna Street and Montcada Street, absorb the ambience of the renowned Els Quatre Gats Café, and gaze at the beautiful church of Santa Maria del Mar, as your guide enriches your literary and historical knowledge.

Experience Gaudí’s fantastical modernist creations with prepaid admission to Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Avoid long waiting times with easy access to both attractions. Breeze past the lines and enjoy detailed guided tours of the park and cathedral. Choose to visit both spots in one day or to space out your visits with more time at each location.

Experience the beauty of Barcelona’s architecture, ancient and modern, with this bike tour. Begin in the historic Gothic Quarter, riding through its labyrinthine streets and learning the secrets behind its charming plazas and cathedrals. Bike on to admire three celebrated works by modernist architect Antoni Gaudí: Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera, and Casa Batlló. This bike tour treats you to some of the most beautiful sights in all of Barcelona.

Enjoy complimentary skip-the-line entry to six of Barcelona’s best museums for one budget-friendly price with the Barcelona Museum Pass. Save money and time as you bypass the frequently long lines for popular Barcelona museums such as the Picasso Museum, the National Art Museum of Catalonia, and four others. Valid for 12 motnhs after the first use, your pass gives you ample time to all museums at your own pace, and features useful information and insider tips on how to get the most from your time in this beautiful, culture-mad city.

Gain a better sense of the life, work, and inspirations of Antoni Gaudí, Barcelona’s most celebrated modernist architect. Follow your local guide on a walking tour to many of Gaudí’s important works and learn about different aspects of his style. After your walking tour, enjoy an art workshop and try your hand at Gaudí’s signature mosaic technique.

You will walk around Barcelona’s most beautiful spots with a local professional photographer to capture the lively moments of your family on vacation. I will compile your family holiday photo album and show you around. We will do a photo walk through hidden spots of Barcelona’s old town, enjoy the architecture, pop some soap bubbles in the park, snack on fresh fruit from the local farmers market, dip our toes in the Mediterranean sea, count the mandarines on a mandarin tree. Together we will learn interesting things about Barcelona’s history and culture, and see and do many more things for both little travellers and parents to enjoy. And I will take lively pictures of you while we explore Barcelona together. This is a way to have a fun child friendly experience with a local and receive a professional holiday photo album to remember your Barcelona adventure. Within 3 days you receive a gallery of 70 (minimum) pictures, all retouched and in high resolution.