Barcelona Highlights & Hidden Gems Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Barcelona from a unique perspective! Get to know Barcelona on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!
Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Barcelona at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Cathedral of Barcelona, Palau Güell, Plaça Reial and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.
Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Private tour: only you & your local guide
Organized by B-Corp certified Withlocals
What To Expect
Palau Guell
One of the first works of Gaudí and a magnificent example of the early days of Gaudí’s fevered architectural imagination.
Catedral de Barcelona
This elevated site occupied by the cathedral has always been the spiritual center of Barcelona. First there was a Roman temple here, then a mosque, and then a church.
Options
Private Tour
What‘s Included
Skip the crowds - locals know best
Organized by B-Corp certified Withlocals
CO2 Neutral: tour's carbon emissions are offset
Private Tour & Local Guide
Private tour - only you and a local expert
1 local drink/tasting
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Entrance for attractions not included - we will only visit them from the outside
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
309 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jordi was our guide and...
Heidi T,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jordi was our guide and he did an excellent job giving us 3hours of information about Barcelona’s history. His English was perfect and very engaging to hear all the interesting stories!
Great Walking Tour of Old Town Barcelona
Robin M,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved this tour! We met up with Alan, our tour guide, near the Wax Museum. From there he gave us a private tour of the old town of Barcelona. This tour went with his history of the area and Catalonia and the many changes brought about by influences from different countries/cultures. As we walked through the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, he was able to take us in some shops that have preserved historical features like an ancient Jewish bathhouse. Alan made the history come to life as he showed us locations and maps and brought the whole story together. The tour was about 3 hours and involved a fair amount of walking, but it's well worth the time.
A wonderful walk with Emma - do it!
Eluzabeth F,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The best way to get to know a city! We did our tour with Emma on the last day of our visit to Barcelona, and I wish the schedule had worked out for us to do it on the first day instead! Emma was friendly, engaging, and super-knowledgeable. She tailored the walk to our interests and showed us out-of-the-way places we'd never have found on our own, even in the middle of the city's busiest areas!
Great Hidden Gems Tour with Jordi.
Howard L,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jordi was an excellent guide. We stayed in the Gothic Quarter and had walked around the area the day before our tour. We would have missed so much if we hadn’t taken the tour. So many things were pointed out by Jordi during our tour. He was very engaging and informative. Having grown up in the area (he even had home movies of him and his family when he was little) we got another perspective on Barcelona. Highly recommend.
Great introduction to Barcelona!
virginia b,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a great time with guide Felipe. He was an excellent guide, full of information, facts and stories. I learned so much about the beautiful city of Barcelona. The 3 hours flew by, but we were able to cover a lot of ground. I highly recommend this tour and guide.
Gothic Centre Tour
Carmelle S,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was so much more than a “sights and sounds” tour. Alan provided historical context and little tidbits of information as well as a great overview of Barcelona. What a fantastic day!!
Extremely Disappointing – No Show and No Communication
jessica h,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00I booked this tour with high expectations, but the tour guide never showed up. I waited at the designated meeting point for a long time and tried to reach out several times — but I never received any response or explanation. This experience completely ruined my day in Barcelona, as I had planned my schedule around this tour and missed the chance to do other activities. It’s very disappointing to have such poor communication and reliability from a service that should be professional and organized.
Great tour
Sheri N,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed this hidden gem tour. Our tour guide was amazing and very informative. We would highly recommend!
Oct Barcelona trip
Thomas H,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was surprised simply terrific. Liliia rearranged her schedule to accommodate ours. She was charming, informative, easy going and knowledgeable. The tour is a lot of walking but worth it. Lots of interesting insights and gave ys a good feel for the area She also provided restaurant and other recommendations for the remainder of our stay.
Alexander ...
Johnny T,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Alexander provided outstanding service. Being from the South, we’re accustomed to warm hospitality, and he made us feel right at home.
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