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# The soul of Barcelona

Intimate encounters with the Catalan capital

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### Private by design

We focus exclusively on private experiences for a personal touch that makes every moment count.

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### Thoughtfully curated

Every experience is hand-picked and vetted by our team. These are the select few that meet our standards.

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### High-touch service

Let our in-house team of travel specialists handle the details so your visit is stress-free from start to finish.

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### [Local Markets With Sommelier-Led Food and Wine Tasting](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/private-markets-tour-with-guided-food-and-wine-tasting)

With a sommelier-led wine tasting and food pairings.

Price

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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### [Private Barcelona Architecture Tour Led by an Architect](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/private-architecture-tour-led-by-an-architect)

The hidden details of a Modernist city — revealed

Price

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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### [Private First Access Casa Batlló Experience in Barcelona](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/private-first-access-casa-batllo-tour-with-breakfast)

The exclusive tour offering earliest entry to Gaudí's House of Bones.

Price

Duration

1.5 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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### [Private Barceloneta Tapas Experience](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/private-barceloneta-tapas-tour)

Taste the flavors of the city’s waterfront kitchens

Price

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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### [Private Park Güell Experience](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/park-guell-private-tour)

A private journey through Gaudí’s whimsical wonderland

Price

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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### [Private Spanish Cooking Class](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/private-spanish-cooking-class)

Learn to cook local cuisine while supporting a Barcelona nonprofit

Price

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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### [Private Wine Tasting, E-Bike & Sailing From Barcelona](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/private-alella-wine-region-vineyard-tour-with-ebike-and-yacht)

A guided adventure to the Alella Wine Region.

Price

Duration

7 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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### [Private Sunset Sailing With Tapas](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/private-sunset-sailing-with-tapas)

Sunset, sea air, and a glass in hand

Price

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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### [Scenic Coastal Cruise: Barcelona to Sitges](https://www.experiencefirsttravel.com/spain/barcelona/private-coastal-cruise-barcelona-to-sitges)

A sun-soaked escape to Sitges aboard your private motorboat

Price

Duration

6 hours

Group size

Private for 1-8 guests

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## Testimonials

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We had a wonderful time learning to cook with Diana!! The explanations were crystal clear, the cooking was easy and obviously the food was wonderful. It was a lot of fun and a very relaxed environment.

#### — Lou

The experience of cooking paella and crema Catalana was delicious and fun! Highly recommend! The chef was so friendly and made the preparation easy and enjoyable.

#### — Armando

The cooking class was amazing from start to finish. And I absolutely loved the idea behind the social impact of this place. Cooking while supporting such a meaningful project made the experience even more special.

#### — Daria

We spent two wonderful hours in the park. Our tour guide was amazing with so much information and passion for the creator of the park Gaudi.

#### — Charlie

Maria was absolutely fantastic! She shared her knowledge about Gaudí and Barcelona with great passion and made the experience both fun and informative. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to discover Park Güell in a unique and memorable way.

#### — Gosia

The place is unique and gorgeous and it was great to have a lot of insight into the genius of Gaudi and the goals of Guell. I highly recommend!

#### — Brian

Awesome tour. It saved me time by allowing me to skip the long lines and understand the significance and inspiration behind Gaudi’s works. And Albert takes such amazing photos. So I have a private tour guide plus a photographer at the same time.

#### — Leonard

Our guide made the event a special experience for every one of us. We laughed a lot this evening! Super way to finish the busy tourist’s day in Barcelona!

#### — Natalie

Thomas was a great tour guide. We really enjoyed the tapas like the locals do and really felt the Barcelona culture through this experience.

#### — Jenny

Zeynep is a gem and a wonderful tour guide! The food was just delicious and generous servings of food and drinks!! Loved it!

#### — Jinx

Thomas is a great companion. We were more than satisfied, having everything from olives, patatas bravas, great ham, seafood to dessert.

#### — Magda

Zeynep gave us a truly wonderful visit. Having the chance to see Casa Batlló with so few people around was incredibly special. I highly recommend this tour.

#### — Guillem

There was no one there and it felt like we had the entire place to ourselves. Cal was super knowledgeable and very kind, giving us lots of time for photos and looking around. It was magical.

#### — Zoe

Absolutely worth waking up early to have a private tour of the beautiful Casa Batlló in detail and without the hoards of tourists. The architecture, colors, and light were breathtaking — every corner reveals Gaudí’s genius.

#### — Gabriela

Our guide explained Gaudí’s masterpieces and the city’s unique architecture. This tour gave us a deeper appreciation for the city’s beauty.

#### — Jarrett

Our group loved this tour. We learned a lot and saw so many incredible and historical structures. I would recommend this tour to all visitors to Barcelona.

#### — Marilyn

Zeynep was awesome! Her enthusiasm and knowledge was outstanding, and her passion for architecture reflected throughout the tour. As a bonus, she gave great restaurant recommendations.

#### — Eva

A great tour of the markets of Barcelona with culinary tastings. Carlos, a gem of a tour guide, had some great stories and information throughout.

#### — Joshua

The tour was fantastic. Our guide Eoghan was knowledgeable, funny and gave wonderful insight into the food, culture and history we saw along the way. Would highly recommend.

#### — David

We had a 3-hour local guided tour starting at Mercado de La Boqueria. The colours and smells are delightful. Perfectly paired with local wine. Best way to experience the sights, smells, tastes of Catalan gastronomy.

#### — Brooke

Founded in 2009, ExperienceFirst crafts thoughtfully curated premium private experiences for travelers who want more than a checklist of sights.

You’ll connect with local guides, chefs, artists, and other cultural insiders who share fresh perspectives on some of the world’s most captivating places.

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