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From Madrid: The Best of Barcelona in One Day

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About the activity

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
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a 70% refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry. (depends on selected option)
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • 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, an expert guide will lead you in unveiling Barcelona's hidden treasures and iconic landmarks. Start your day with a brief transfer to Drassanes, from where you’ll then relish the sea breeze at Barcelona’s harbor, where urban life meets Mediterranean serenity.

From there, embark on a walking tour through The Gothic Quarter. Feel the past come alive as you wander through the labyrinthine streets of the neighborhood, with every corner revealing ancient stories and secrets. Along the way, you will visit Plaza Real, a stunning square full of lively atmosphere and beautiful architecture.

You’ll also explore Plaza Sant Jaume, the political heart of the city, and step inside MUHBA (the Museum of Ancient Ruins of Barcelona) to admire fascinating ancient ruins. After, you’ll have free time to enjoy lunch on your own.

Then, the tour takes you down the illustrious Passeig de Gràcia, where masterpieces like Casa Batlló and La Pedrera await your admiration. Dive into history and art as you stand in awe of the Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece. There, your guide will share intriguing facts about the monument as you marvel at its exterior and enjoy free time to take the best pictures. As the sunset paints the horizon, return to Madrid aboard the high-speed train, carrying memories of a day brimming with discoveries.

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.
Meeting point

English Tour

Spanish Tour

Private Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a 70% refund.
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. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
5. 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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