Barcelona in One Day city private tour: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & Old Town (by car)

The tour begins by an exploration of the old town, heart of Barcelona, full of beautiful monuments, squares, and narrow streets. You will find amazingly harmonious mix of modernity with Roman and medieval imprints.

Admire some of the city’s most emblematic monuments and buildings, including Plaça del Rei, Santa Maria del Mar and the Cathedral, as well as its smaller hidden treasures and evocative side streets.

Have a walk on the lively Ramblas, probably the most emblematic avenue of Barcelona, full of bars, restaurants and street artists. In the medieval times it was a small sandy river used as a natural defense at the very limit of the old city walls and nowadays is one of the most lively spots of the city.

Passing through the glorious Plaça Catalunya, you enter the newer city district of Eixample, literally translated as “extension,” which immediately becomes recognizable by its more spacious streets and elegant atmosphere. The main artery of this sizable district, Passeig de Gracia, is lined with high-end international designer stores and modernistic buildings from some of the world’s most recognized architects such as Gaudi and Montaner.

Passeig de Gracia’s is a famous avenue and perfect blend of unique architectural heritage and high-end shopping. Learn about the path leading up to this avenue’s status as Barcelona’s Luxury Promenade from your private guide.

Marvel at the surprising façades of Gaudí’s famous houses (Casa Batlló and Milà, also known as la Pedrera).

The icon of Barcelona and a truly unique experience. Initially intended to be a simple Roman Catholic church dedicated to Jesus, Mary and Joseph, the church ultimately became the most prominent example of Catalan Modernism.

The waving balcony and the colorful Guard’s House, with the imposing Barcelona skyline and sea in the background, is the city’s favorite postcard. It’s also a great summary of what the Catalan capital is like: a creative, cosmopolitan city with a Mediterranean lifestyle.

Park Güell is one of the outstanding examples of Catalan Modernism and an unmissable destination for anyone visiting Barcelona.

The spectacular neobaroque silhouette of the Palau Nacional can be seen on Montjuïc’s slopes from across the city. Built for the 1929 World Exhibition it houses a vast collection of mostly Catalan art spanning the early Middle Ages to the early 20th century.

The National Palace and the Magic Fountain are the highlights of the area.

One of the most emblematic and characteristic icons of the city is the majestic monument built in in honor of the discoverer Christopher Columbus.

The old port of Barcelona or Port Vell has a long history, being built almost 2,000 years ago.

Nowadays it’s converted into a space of reference for locals and tourists and perfectly integrated into the urban life of the city.

Built in the New Moorish style, the Arc de Triomf rises majestically at the end of the Passeig Lluís Companys. In 1888, the triumphal arch served as the main entrance to the World’s Fair.

The combination of red brick with the series of friezes around the arch, make it a singularly beautiful landmark of Barcelona.

From the Arc we will reach the Parc de la Ciutadella, that was the location of the old Barcelona’s Citadel and also the site for the Universal Exhibition. Nowadays it is a beautiful public park and the green lung of the city.