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From Madrid: The Best of Barcelona in One Day

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Explore Barcelona's iconic landmarks on a day trip from Madrid aboard a high-speed train. Discover the Gothic Quarter, Plaza Cataluña, the Sagrada Familia, and much more on this full-day outing.

  • Free cancellation
    This activity is non-refundable.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Live guiding
    English, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    13 hours
  • Includes
    • Round-trip high-speed train tickets between Madrid and Barcelona.
    • Walking tour of Barcelona's main points of interest and neighborhoods
    • Expert fluent guide.
    • Tickets to visit Muhba (Museum of Ancient Ruins of Barcelona)
    • Tips (optional)
    • Meals and drinks
    • Hotel pick up
    • Sagrada Familia tickets
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Enjoy on board of the fastest, ecological and comfortable high-speed train
  • Admire the stunning modernist buildings like Casa Batlló and La Pedrera
  • Wander through ancient streets and squares in the Gothic Quarter
  • Visit MUHBA, the Museum of Ancient Ruins of Barcelona
  • Marvel at the incredible exterior of Sagrada Familia masterpiece

Description

Begin your journey in Madrid and brace yourself to uncover the wonders of Barcelona aboard a high-speed train. In just 2.5 hours, the cosmopolitan Catalan city beckons, inviting you to explore and admire its architectural and cultural gems.

Upon arrival at Barcelona Sants station, an expert guide will welcome you and lead you on a discovery of the city’s most iconic highlights. Your adventure begins going to Passeig de Gràcia, Barcelona’s main street where architectural masterpieces like Casa Batlló and La Pedrera showcase Antoni Gaudí’s genius and the elegance of Catalan modernism. From here, continue your stroll toward the vibrant Plaça de Catalunya, the bustling square that marks the heart of the city.

Next, follow your guide as you descend into the Born and Gothic Quarter, where history whispers through narrow, labyrinthine streets. Feel the past come alive as you explore this atmospheric neighborhood. Discover Plaça Reial, a lively square brimming with charm, and step into Plaça Sant Jaume, the political center of Barcelona. You’ll also have the chance to visit MUHBA (the Museum of Ancient Ruins of Barcelona), where fascinating remnants of the Roman city still endure. Afterward, enjoy free time for lunch on your own, with countless options around you.

Reenergized, the tour continues upward toward the Arc de Triomf, a striking 19th-century monument that once served as the gateway to the Universal Exposition. Finally, marvel at the exterior of the awe-inspiring Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece and one of the world’s most remarkable architectural achievements. Your guide will share captivating stories and details as you take in the monument and enjoy free time to capture its magnificence in photos. As the day draws to a close, a private transfer will bring you back to Sants station, where you’ll board the high-speed train to Madrid. Carry with you memories of a day filled with discovery, beauty, and the unique spirit of Barcelona.

Good to know before you go
  • - Please, be at the check in point 20 minutes before departure time.
  • - This tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • - There is a minimum of people required to operate the tour. In the event that this minimum is not met, customers will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or superior value, or a full refund
  • - The full name of each passenger and passport/ID number is mandatory to confirm the booking
  • - It's essential to arrive well in advance of the train's departure time. The train's departure is fixed and will not wait for delayed passengers. If you fail to arrive on time, you will unfortunately miss the entirety of the tour, and no refund will be provided. We recommend planning with ample margin to avoid any inconvenience.
  • - The departure time will be coordinated on trains between 07:00 am and 08:00 am. Please provide a valid telephone number to contact you at least 48 hours before the experience to complete the pre-check in process.
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Spanish Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
This activity is non-refundable.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    9-99 years
  • Children
    0-8 years
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