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Top 10 tours in Barcelona

Make your stay in Barcelona complete with these things to do

  1. 1Experience image
    Portrait from local Maria - The Catalan Storyteller
    Portrait from local Moisés - The Tour Guide.
    Choose your favorite local

    The 10 Tastings of Barcelona: Tapas Tour

    898 reviews
    3 hours | Food tours | Barcelona

    Ready to taste the best food in Barcelona? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tapas tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Barcelona.

    €104 per person
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    Portrait from local Karolina - Hidden gem hunter
    Portrait from local Jordi - The Outdoorsy Architect
    Choose your favorite local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Barcelona

    819 reviews
    3 hours | City highlights tours | Barcelona

    Want to see the best of Barcelona? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Barcelona!

    €48.46 per person
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    Portrait from local Pili - The Sculptor
    Portrait from local Ivanna - The Creative Visionary
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    Treasures of Barcelona: Gaudi Tour

    291 reviews
    3 hours | City highlights tours | Barcelona

    You’ve probably heard that Barcelona is well-known for Gaudi, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!

    €37.50 per person
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    Portrait from local Marina - The Barcelona interior designer
    Portrait from local Philippe - The Artistic Historian
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    The Beauty of Barcelona by Bike Tour

    489 reviews
    3 hours | City highlights tours | Barcelona

    Enjoy the freedom of exploring Barcelona on a bike tour with a local. Cover more ground, take scenic routes, and cycle through main spots like Casa Battló and Palau Güell. Take in the views as you bike through the city in a safe and fun way, and hear fascinating stories at every stop along the way!

    €63.60 per person
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    Portrait from local John - Barcelona on bike
    Portrait from local Elvira - The Multicultural Barcelonina
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    Withlocals Your Way! - Barcelona City Tour

    178 reviews
    3 hours | Day trips | Barcelona

    Did you know that the Barcelona tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!

    €51.49 per person
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    Portrait from local Marina - The Barcelona interior designer
    Portrait from local Irina - History Enthusiast & Unstoppable Walker
    Choose your favorite local

    City Kickstart Tour: Barcelona

    625 reviews
    2 hours | City highlights tours | Barcelona

    Welcome to Barcelona! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Barcelona to start your city trip on the right foot.

    €33.69 per person
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    Portrait from local Marcel  -  The Barça Culer💙❤️
    Portrait from local Lusi - The Fashion designer
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    The Ultimate Montserrat Day Trip by Train

    231 reviews
    7 hours | Day trips | Barcelona

    Are you curious to know what treasures you can find in Montserrat? Let a local show you around! On this private day trip, experience Montserrat from a local perspective and get to know the interesting stories and unique details that make this place a must-visit while in Barcelona.

    €127 per person
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    Portrait from local Jonathan - The Urban Explorer
    Portrait from local Alan - Seeker of hidden gems
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    Drinks & Bites in Barcelona Tour

    643 reviews
    2.5 hours | Food tours | Barcelona

    Picture this, a night out in Barcelona hopping from hot spot to hot spot, discovering local nightlife while tasting typical local drinks perfectly paired with delicious local bites. Sounds like a fun night? Join a local nightlife expert and discover how the locals unwind in Barcelona.

    €73.06 per person
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    Portrait from local Maria - The Catalan Storyteller
    Portrait from local Gonzalo - The Barcelona Alchemist
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    Family Friendly Barcelona City Tour

    171 reviews
    3 hours | City highlights tours | Barcelona

    Traveling to Barcelona with kids? We’ve got you! See the best of Barcelona on a family friendly tour and discover the city through your kid’s eyes. Your private tour includes fun activities, entertaining stories, a tasty treat, and unforgettable memories that your whole family will cherish forever.

    €41.91 per person
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    Portrait from local Ellie - The Knowledgeable Guide
    With Ellie

    Skip the Line Sagrada Familia Private Tour

    133 reviews
    1.5 hours | Skip the line tours | Barcelona

    Discover the impressive masterpiece of Gaudi: the Sagrada Familia! Enjoy special treatment and skip the entrance lines with priority access. Make the most out of your time and enjoy a private tour with your own professional guide!

    €66 per person
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Private tours with locals in Barcelona

Our locals will give you the best experiences that Barcelona has to offer

  • The 10 Tastings of Barcelona: Tapas Tour
    Maria - The Catalan Storyteller
    Moisés - The Tour Guide.
    Choose your local

    The 10 Tastings of Barcelona: Tapas Tour

    4.9
    898 reviews
    3 hours • Food tours
    from €104 per person
  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Barcelona
    Karolina - Hidden gem hunter
    Jordi - The Outdoorsy Architect
    Choose your local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Barcelona

    4.9
    819 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €48.46 per person
  • Treasures of Barcelona: Gaudi Tour
    Pili - The Sculptor
    Ivanna - The Creative Visionary
    Choose your local

    Treasures of Barcelona: Gaudi Tour

    4.9
    291 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €37.50 per person
  • The Beauty of Barcelona by Bike Tour
    Marina - The Barcelona interior designer
    Philippe - The Artistic Historian
    Choose your local

    The Beauty of Barcelona by Bike Tour

    4.9
    489 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €63.60 per person
  • Withlocals Your Way! - Barcelona City Tour
    John - Barcelona on bike
    Elvira - The Multicultural Barcelonina
    Choose your local

    Withlocals Your Way! - Barcelona City Tour

    4.9
    178 reviews
    3 hours • Day trips
    from €51.49 per person
  • City Kickstart Tour: Barcelona
    Marina - The Barcelona interior designer
    Irina - History Enthusiast & Unstoppable Walker
    Choose your local

    City Kickstart Tour: Barcelona

    4.9
    625 reviews
    2 hours • City highlights tours
    from €33.69 per person
  • The Ultimate Montserrat Day Trip by Train
    Marcel  -  The Barça Culer💙❤️
    Lusi - The Fashion designer
    Choose your local

    The Ultimate Montserrat Day Trip by Train

    4.9
    231 reviews
    7 hours • Day trips
    from €127 per person
  • Drinks & Bites in Barcelona Tour
    Jonathan - The Urban Explorer
    Alan - Seeker of hidden gems
    Choose your local

    Drinks & Bites in Barcelona Tour

    4.9
    643 reviews
    2.5 hours • Food tours
    from €73.06 per person


Explore Barcelona with our incredible locals

Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Barcelona with locals

  • Ellie

    The Knowledgeable Guide

    503 reviews
    English・Español
  • adi

    The hidden Barcelona expert

    53 reviews
    English・Español・עברית
  • Evgeniy

    The Artist

    13 reviews
    English・Español・Русский
  • Elvira

    The Multicultural Barcelonina

    346 reviews
    English・Español・Português
  • Gonzalo

    The Barcelona Alchemist

    124 reviews
    English・Español
  • Liliia

    Stylish Barcelona Local Guide

    102 reviews
    English・Русский
  • Maria

    The Catalan Storyteller

    267 reviews
    English・Español
  • Lusi

    The Fashion designer

    470 reviews
    Deutsch・English・Español・Русский
  • Ivanna

    The Creative Visionary

    59 reviews
    English・Español
  • Marc and Xavi

    Mountain guide

    13 reviews
    English・Español
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  • Family Friendly Barcelona City Tour
    Maria - The Catalan Storyteller
    Gonzalo - The Barcelona Alchemist
    Choose your local

    Family Friendly Barcelona City Tour

    4.9
    171 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €41.91 per person
  • Skip the Line Sagrada Familia Private Tour
    Ellie - The Knowledgeable Guide
    With Ellie

    Skip the Line Sagrada Familia Private Tour

    5.0
    133 reviews
    1.5 hours • Skip the line tours
    from €66 per person
  • Sagrada Familia and Casa Mila Tour: Light, Color & Architecture
    Pili - The Sculptor
    With Pili

    Sagrada Familia and Casa Mila Tour: Light, Color & Architecture

    4.9
    159 reviews
    1.5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €47.06 per person
  • The 10 Tastings of Barcelona: La Boqueria and other Local Markets
    Alessandro - The Cultural Explorer & Barcelona Storyteller
    Tomas - The Happy Traveler
    Choose your local

    The 10 Tastings of Barcelona: La Boqueria and other Local Markets

    4.9
    3,035 reviews
    3 hours • Food tours
    from €99.19 per person
  • Gaudi Walking Tour & Sagrada Familia Skip The Line
    Ellie - The Knowledgeable Guide
    With Ellie

    Gaudi Walking Tour & Sagrada Familia Skip The Line

    5.0
    166 reviews
    3 hours • Skip the line tours
    from €85 per person
  •  Treasures of Barcelona: Picasso Tour
    Irina - History Enthusiast & Unstoppable Walker
    Carla - World Explorer and Local Expert
    Choose your local

    Treasures of Barcelona: Picasso Tour

    4.9
    1,344 reviews
    2.5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €54.89 per person
  • City Discovery: Girona, Figueres & Dalí Museum by Car
    Pili - The Sculptor
    Antonio - The Energetic Traveller
    Choose your local

    City Discovery: Girona, Figueres & Dalí Museum by Car

    4.9
    1,038 reviews
    10 hours • Day trips
    from €228 per person
  • Culinary Kickstart Tour: Tapas in Barcelona
    Marina - The Barcelona interior designer
    John - Barcelona on bike
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    Culinary Kickstart Tour: Tapas in Barcelona

    4.9
    140 reviews
    2 hours • Food tours
    from €63.60 per person
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  • Food tours 8
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  • Art & Culture tours 4
  • Off the beaten track tours 2
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Enjoy the Best of Barcelona
Like a Local

Why is Withlocals the best place to book a tour?

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.



Private & Personalized Tours in Barcelona with a Local

When you hit the road and land in a new city like Barcelona, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.

Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Barcelona spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Barcelona.

The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.

But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Barcelona, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Barcelona awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.

So, next time you're in Barcelona, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Barcelona. Get ready to explore like a local!



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Travelers love our locals

Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

  • 5.0

    Great tour, great guy!

    "My daughter and I took a tour with Tomas, looking at the history and architectural history of the city. Tomas was showed us sites and places we would have never found without him. He is very enthusiastic, very friendly, and very knowledgeable. I would recommend booking with Tomas. "

    local Tomas
    guest Mel
    MelAbout local TomasBarcelona, September 10, 2026
  • 5.0

    Knowledgable and helpful

    "Maria was a great local host! She answered all of our questions with ease, and even came prepared to give us an in depth understanding of the history of Barcelona, which was a nice suprise for a tapas tour."

    local Maria
    guest Ryan
    RyanAbout local MariaBarcelona, September 4, 2026
  • 5.0

    Never disappoints - gives so much more

    "This was our second tour with Maria and we were not disappointed. She shares lots of really interesting information about Barcelona, she is fun and friendly, and happy to tweak her plan to suit you. We thoroughly enjoyed the Gaudi tour this time and when we come back again we will definitely be in touch and asking Maria to share some new things about Barcelona! Oh - and she gives great suggestions for extra things to do, too!"

    local Maria
    guest Annie
    AnnieAbout local MariaBarcelona, August 30, 2026
  • 5.0

    Great time with Tomas!

    "Our bike tour with Tomas was amazing. He is very knowledgeable and takes time to stop for photos and site seeing. He showed us much more of Barcelona than we ever would have discovered on our own. We got to see a lot in a short time by opting for the bike tour. We highly recommend Tomas and hope to see him again. Very happy with our time together!! "

    local Tomas
    guest Kelly
    KellyAbout local TomasBarcelona, August 27, 2026
  • 5.0

    Review about Marina

    "Marina led an excellent food and walking tour. My wife and I appreciated her food selections, knowledge-sharing, and showing us parts of the city that we likely wouldn't have seen otherwise. Also, she gave us great restaurants and other recommendations for us to visit during our remaining time in the city. "

    local Marina
    guest Paul
    PaulAbout local MarinaBarcelona, August 27, 2026
  • 5.0

    Cozy & Authentic 💕

    "Was really a beautiful morning spent with Lillia , she was so informative and had a more of a tailored tour .. I wanted to see the city from an eye of a local and I had more than the with depth of history knowledge or the city. "

    local Liliia
    guest Basmah
    BasmahAbout local Liliia Barcelona, August 26, 2026
  • 5.0

    The only way to get to know Barcelona!

    "I can't begin to say how much we enjoyed our time with Federico. He was well versed in the history of Barcelona, knew all the best spots (whethere we wanted to stop for a quick cortado or a glass of wine!) and navigated us beautifully through the Gothic Quarter, avoiding the touristic streets and large crowds. We saw a different side of Barcelona with Federico that we would not have seen on our own. In addition, he was just so pleasant to be with! "

    local Federico
    guest Michelle
    MichelleAbout local FedericoBarcelona, August 24, 2026
  • 5.0

    Review about Maria

    "Maria tells a great story about Barcelona. We didn’t have much time in Barcelona but Maria left us wanting to come back to learn more. "

    local Maria
    guest Bryce
    BryceAbout local MariaBarcelona, August 23, 2026
  • 5.0

    Tapas!!

    "Liliia was a great guide. She was very accommodating to the 2 toddlers in our group. She brought us to amazing places and made delicious food recommendations. We especially loved the vibe and food offerings at our first spot, Ocaña. Liliia also incorporated fun Gaudi history lessons throughout the deliciousness. Thank you for showing us around Barcelona. We had a great time. "

    local Liliia
    guest Allison
    Allison About local Liliia Barcelona, August 21, 2026
  • 5.0

    Beautiful Barcelona

    "Sebastian is an excellent guide. We enjoyed our tasting experience and our conversation with Sebastian. When we are back in Barcelona we will do this again. "

    local Sebastian
    guest BARBARA
    BARBARAAbout local SebastianBarcelona, August 20, 2026