Top Catalonia Unique Experiences

Tuck into tasty tapas and traditional wines on this gastronomic tour of Barcelona. Get the inside scoop on Barcelona’s renowned foodie scene from a local guide and stop along the way to dine at the city’s best tapas bars. At each restaurant, sample an array of delicious Catalan cuisine, taste local specialties like Iberian ham, ‘’ or ‘pan con tomate’ (spicy potatoes, bread, and tomato), and choose from a selection of fine regional wines. You can choose between an afternoon or evening tour and upgrade to include a flamenco show.

Learn to make Spanish tapas, traditional paella, and sangria with a Barcelona chef, then share a hearty dinner of classic local cuisine that you've made yourself. All great Spanish food starts with super fresh ingredients, and you begin this cooking class with a guided trip through La Boqueria market before heading to a professional teaching kitchen. This hands-on Spanish cooking class includes snacks, drinks, and dinner, and you finish the night with recipes to take back to your home kitchen.

Soar above the sublime landscape of Catalonia near Barcelona on this early-morning hot-air balloon excursion. Marvel at beautiful landmarks like Montserrat and the Pyrenees Mountains as you climb to heights of up to 3,000 feet (900 meters) during your 1- to 1.5-hour flight. Then head back down to earth for brunch with sparkling wine. Your hot-air balloon flight also includes a certificate, plus you can upgrade for a longer 2-hour or private flight.

See Barcelona province landscapes from the sky on this incredible hot air balloon ride. It’ll give you access to views of the province that you wouldn’t see otherwise. You won’t have to worry about getting hungry, as you’ll be given a welcome backpack with cookies, fruit juice, and bottled water. When the tour finishes, there's no need to walk to the start point as a 4x4 will pick you up.

If you're in need of a break from city life on your journey to Catalonia, escape the bustle of Barcelona on a half-day Montserrat and horseback riding tour. Admire the needle-like rocky peaks of the Montserrat Massif mountain range and visit the Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey, perched on the mountainside. Your tour includes air-conditioned transport and the horseback tour is suitable for all skill levels.

Relive the athletic history of Camp Nou, the stadium used by Football Club (FC) Barcelona, aka Barça. A tour guide takes you on a personalized tour inside and outside the impressive sports arena, including the locker rooms, press room, presidential area, and field. Afterward, visit the multimedia zone and the museum. Public transport fare is included on this private tour.

Experience the natural splendor of Montserrat and the Benedictine abbey of Santa Maria on this enriching full-day excursion from Barcelona. Discover ancient 12th-century carvings and holy pilgrimage sites with a knowledgeable guide. Board a glass-bottomed funicular railway to observe the region’s fascinating flora and fauna then follow a natural trail replete with verdant beauty in Montserrat Natural Park. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to 15 people.

Enhance your experience of Barcelona and gain insight into Catalonia’s culinary scene on this private tapas and wine tasting tour. Ideal for gastronomes, this tour takes you on the road less traveled, to tapas joints favored by local residents. At each eatery, sample handpicked Catalonian wine and complimentary tapas, and reveal the culinary culture and history of the city. Receive undivided attention from your guide on this private tour.

Immerse yourself in the explosive culture of Catalonia on an evening trip to a local village from Barcelona. Experience the fire and flames of a fire-running festival as you witness villagers dressed as devils and see breathtaking fireworks illuminate the night sky. Gain fascinating insight into the history of this extravagant celebration from a knowledgeable guide then dance and delve into the drama of this unique experience in a small group limited to 14 people.

Beer lovers need look no further than this intimate craft beer tour of Barcelona's diverse brewing scene. Join your guide and no more than nine other travelers to step behind the scenes of a local independent brewhouse, meet the brewer, learn about brewing and sample beers. Then visit three separate craft beer bars and enjoy a large glass of beer in each venue.

If you’re seeking something extra special for your Barcelona vacation then look no further than this private hot-air balloon ride, which includes a Champagne breakfast. Departing at sunrise, you’ll see Barcelona and its surrounds from the air, and have the chance to capture impressive birds-eye photographs. Plus, you’ll receive the undivided attention of your guide during this private tour.

Be inspired by Antoni Gaudí with a fun and family-friendly mosaic workshop in Barcelona. Discover the Art Nouveau mosaic technique of ‘trencadis’ that the famed architect pioneered, using shards of glass or ceramic and grouting to create a totally unique, abstract image. Learn where to see this distinctive art form all around Barcelona, and then create your own masterpiece like a mirror, photo frame or coaster. Harness your creative powers and take home a fantastic handmade memento of your Barcelona vacation!

Escape the crowds of the city and enjoy breakfast at the heart of a Catalonia vineyard during this morning tour from Barcelona. Ideal for lovers of food and wine, this experience includes a traditional Spanish breakfast in the gardens of a 14th-century farmhouse, and a wine tasting session. Plus, you’ll have the option to purchase wine and get it shipped back to your home country.

Become more acquainted with Barcelona’s thriving culinary scene during this small group tapas bar tour. Skip the touristy spots in favor of tapas bars loved by city locals, sampling at four locations that offer Catalan-style small bites and other country-wide favorites. Savor a few ‘pintxos,’ a tapas favored by those in northern Spain, and visit an ancient ‘bodega’ offering more traditional tapas options. All food and wine, plus an expert food guide, are included.

Cadaqués is one of the most popular resorts along the Costa Brava, known for its whitewashed buildings, pebble beaches, and as the former home of artist Salvador Dalí. On this tour, take the most scenic route to Cadaqués from Roses and cruise along the Cap de Creus peninsula. Land in Cadaqués and enjoy free time to explore the village, take a swim, or visit the Salvador Dalí Museum (own expense).

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.

Penedés region is one of the most important wine and cava regions in Catalonia. Penedés land is between the sea and the mountains, and this influence of the sun and the sea makes that Penedés region is considered one of the country’s best wine-producing regions after the Rioja, it is also one of the most ancient viticulture areas in Europe. Through this tour, you will learn all about the world of wine and Sparkling wine.

Combine visits to top Barcelona attractions with stops at underrated places many travelers overlook during this private, flexible, and fully customizable walking tour. See a local side to the city and tailor the itinerary to your schedule and interests with the help of your local guide before the tour even begins. Plus, flexible and customizable tour durations mean even travelers with limited time in the city can take part.

It’s not always easy to find Spanish cuisine that caters to the needs of vegans. However, this 3.5-hour vegan tapas tour takes you to the heart of Catalan cuisine in Barcelona. In the atmospheric evening, you’ll cover three prominent neighborhoods — the Gothic Quarter, El Born, and Barceloneta — and visit three acclaimed vegan restaurants in addition to a delicious dessert stop. Gain insight into Barcelona’s history and culture from your guide and receive further recommendations for vegan eateries.

Hike between the vineyards of el Penedès wine region, discover a familly owned organic winnery and taste their awarded wines and Cava on a Premium Small Group Tour! El Penedès is one of the oldest wine-making regions in Europe, world-famous for producing wines of exceptional quality, and specially for being the place where cava (sparkling-wine) is produced. We will get ready and start hiking between the vineyards of this beautiful mediterranean countryside. Our path will go around a landscape dotted with farmhouses and wineries set among vines. As we hike we will learn about the grape varieties, traditions and history of the region. While walking, we will have beautiful views of the iconic mountain of Montserrat. Then we will get to a family-owned organic winery where we will enjoy a guided visit to the cellar and will taste three wines from their range of awarded ecological white, red and sparkling wines.

A hot air balloon tour of Barcelona is a classic way for adventurous travelers to see the city from a new perspective. Float over rolling farmland, the stunning Pyrenees, and historic sights such as in the city of Vic, reaching a height of nearly 3,000 feet as you fly (914 meters). Celebrate your trip with an included flight certificate and Champagne toast upon landing.

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.

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.

Hike the mythical mountain of Montserrat on this guided adventure from Barcelona. Choose from several different routes to suit your experience and fitness level, and explore the mountain’s fascinating geography and legends while visiting sites like the medieval Benedictine monastery.