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Barcelona Half-Day Tour: Private & Custom with a Local Guide
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Ciutat Vella
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
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After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
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This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
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Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
Spend a half-day exploring Barcelona with a local host who shapes the experience around your interests, pace, and travel style. Designed to feel flexible and personal, this private experience combines Barcelona’s iconic landmarks with quieter streets, historic neighborhoods, and everyday local life.
Whether you want to wander through the Gothic Quarter, discover the atmosphere of El Born, admire Gaudí’s architecture from the outside, or stroll along the waterfront, your host tailors the route to what interests you most. Along the way, you’ll gain local insight, practical recommendations, and a deeper understanding of the city beyond a typical sightseeing itinerary.
Before your experience, ...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
Hard Rock Cafè
This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.
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Itinerary
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Barcelona
Explore Barcelona with a local host who introduces the city through its historic neighborhoods, architecture, coastal atmosphere, and everyday rhythm of life. Tailored around your interests and preferred pace, this private experience offers a relaxed and personal way to discover the city. Here are some highlights your host may include during your experience:
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Placa Catalunya
Begin in one of Barcelona’s most central and energetic squares, where grand architecture, fountains, and busy local life connect the city’s old and modern districts.
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Barrio Gotico (Barri Gotic)
Wander through narrow medieval streets, hidden courtyards, and historic plazas while discovering stories from Barcelona’s Roman and medieval past.
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El Born
Explore one of Barcelona’s most characterful neighborhoods, known for its historic buildings, creative atmosphere, artisan workshops, and vibrant local culture.
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Parc de la Ciutadella
Enjoy the open green spaces, fountains, walking paths, and relaxed atmosphere of Barcelona’s most popular city park.
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Arc de Triomf
Walk beneath Barcelona’s iconic red-brick Arc de Triomf and along the surrounding pedestrian avenues filled with local life and street performers.
Barcelona Half-Day Tour: Private & Custom with a Local Guide
(1) Reviews
Ciutat Vella
About
Spend a half-day exploring Barcelona with a local host who shapes the experience around your interests, pace, and travel style. Designed to feel flexible and personal, this private experience combines Barcelona’s iconic landmarks with quieter streets, historic neighborhoods, and everyday local life.
Whether you want to wander through the Gothic Quarter, discover the atmosphere of El Born, admire Gaudí’s architecture from the outside, or stroll along the waterfront, your host tailors the route to what interests you most. Along the way, you’ll gain local insight, practical recommendations, and a deeper understanding of the city beyond a typical sightseeing itinerary.
Before your experience, ...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
Hard Rock Cafè
This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.
