Barcelona full day guided tour from Madrid by high-speed train
Excursions & day trips

Barcelona full day guided tour from Madrid by high-speed train

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£264.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 13 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll travel in a comfortable high-speed train from Madrid to Barcelona
  • It's a chance to admire stunning modernist buildings like Casa Batlló and La Pedrera
  • The tour wanders through ancient streets and squares in the Gothic Quarter, letting you feel Barcelona's rich history
  • You'll experience the fusion of bustling city life and the tranquil vibes of the Mediterranean Sea at Barcelona's Harbour
What to expect

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

Start your day with a brief walk to Plaza España, from where you’ll then follow to Colon to relish the sea breeze at Barcelona’s harbour, 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 neighbourhood, with every corner revealing ancient stories and secrets. You’ll end at Plaza Cataluña, where you’ll have free time to savour lunch on your own.

The tour then 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 filled with exploration and discovery.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Train ticket
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Entrance fees
Where

C. de Tortosa, 10, 28045 Madrid

Meeting point:
Meet the guide in front of Puerta de Atocha, near Restaurante Arrocería. Please be at the check in point 15 minutes before departure time.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Suitable for wheelchair users

Extra fees to be paid on site:

  • MNAC (Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya) admission: €12 per person
  • Sagrada Família entry options (not included):
    • Basic Entry Ticket: €26 per person
    • Guided Tour: €30 per person
    • Entry with Tower Access: €36 per person
    • Discounts available for students and seniors
    • Free entry for children under 11

Know in advance:

  • There is a minimum of people required to operate the tour. In the event that this minimum is not met, guests will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or superior value, or a full refund
  • The departure time will be coordinated on trains between 07:00 am and 08:00 am
  • 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
  • Please provide a valid telephone number or email when booking
  • You will be contacted at least 48 hours before the experience to complete the pre-check-in process. Full name and Passport/ID number of each passenger is required to confirm booking
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Provider
WORLD EXPERIENCE
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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