Half a day in Barcelona with a local
Half a day in Barcelona with a local
Half a day in Barcelona with a local
Half a day in Barcelona with a local

What you'll do

This personalized experience with one of our super friendly hosts will be like spending the day with a close friend, exploring the narrow, winding streets of Barcelona. Imagine strolling through cobbled lanes flanked with cafes, tapas bars and galleries framed by a skyline punctuated with stunning cathedrals and colorful architecture.

Your local Barcelona host will take you on a journey to the heart of Barcelona, where you could visit the Jewish Quarter or step back 2000 years with a trip to the old Roman Temple.

After ticking off your must-see sights in the city, allow your host to lead you off the beaten track - we promise you won’t get lost - and offer a glimpse into authentic local life in Barcelona. Stop for a quick bite or coffee break at one of the local’s favorite cafés or street food markets before browsing the myriad of shops and galleries dotted throughout the city.

Hear stories from times old and take in the vibrant art, history and food of Barcelona. We know that a city is more than a place, but a feeling. And so that’s exactly what you’ll experience with your host, as you discover Barcelona your way.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 4 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking Tour

  • Hosted in English (On request: Catalan, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Spend half a day with a host who will create an experience that's fully customized to your interests and what you'd most like to see
  • See Barcelona's iconic attractions as well as a few secret spots you won’t find in a guidebook
  • Discover the highlights of the area or neighborhood that you explore through the eyes of a local
  • See the authentic Barcelona, accessible only through the benefit of having a local host
  • Get to know your host (over a coffee, or perhaps some sangria) and chat to them about more potential places to visit in Barcelona. Exploit their savvy!

Things to know

What’s included

  • 4-hour experience
  • Completely private and personalized
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

What’s not included

  • Food and drink
  • Transport costs
  • Transport costs Tickets to any attractions
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Alan was fantastic! He personalized our tour to make it fit us. We loved seeing Barcelona and learning all about the history and culture. Alan is a wealth of knowledge and happy to research any questions you have after the tour. We truly enjoyed our day with him.

    September 2022

    Keaton A

    Our four-hour walking tour of Barcelona with Alan was excellent. He was knowledgeable about Barcelona’s history and its transition to a modern city. He was on-time, easy-going, and flexible. Our experience using City Unscripted was also excellent, from the booking, follow-up, and contact with Alan in advance. Highly recommend Alan and City Unscripted tours!

    August 2022

    Joyce S

    Alan’s passion for his city was conveyed perfectly!!

    August 2022

    Dorothy C

    Alan was an excellent guide. We appreciated his knowledge and perspectives, as well as how to best use our time to see and learn about the things we were most interested in. He was easy-going, spoke excellent English, and met us at 9 a.m. sharp. This tour of 4 hours was only slightly more costly than a group tour, and it was completely personalized, so well worth the extra money. We highly recommend him as a guide! We also had an excellent experience with City Unscripted in booking our tour, their follow-up, and the contact made once Alan was selected as our guide. We’ll use City Unscripted again when they are available in our travels.

    August 2022

    Joyce S

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Meet our local hosts in Barcelona. One of them will tailor this experience to your wishes!

We’ll expertly match you to your best suited host based on your interests, personality and the experience vibe you’re after.

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