Hi. This is Barcelona... ensured that our first visit to Barcelona was a memorable experience. This…read morecompany is top notch. From the moment we contacted Margo months before our trip until we returned home, every email, inquiry, question, etc. was responded to in a timely fashion with very useful tidbits of information about our trip. There is no way we could have been as organized or packed as much into our short stay in Barcelona as we did without Margo's assistance. We initially contacted Margo to arrange a bike tour, but she provided many additional recommendations for restaurants, sites and stops along the way, all of which turned out to be great. Her personalized approach to customizing our experience really set Hi. This is Barcelona... apart from other tour groups. The day after our arrival, we spent the entire day on a bike tour of Barcelona. We had told Margo that we wanted to see as much of Barcelona as possible in a day, and our expectations were far exceeded. Our local guide, Angel, was born and raised in Barcelona. Angel was delighted to share his knowledge of and passion for Barcelona in a way that made us feel like locals. We made our way along the port area, up Montjuic, crossed the city towards La Sagrada Familia, then headed towards the Olympic Village and back along the coastal beaches. Throughout our voyage, Angel deftly guided us through the city streets as he pointed out historic landmarks, various neighborhoods and their features, architectural influences and many other significant tidbits of information that would have otherwise gone totally unnoticed and unappreciated without him. Even after the tour was over, Angel accompanied us back to our hotel and gave us recommendations for our continued adventure up the Catalan coast. His recommendations led to some the most memorable experiences of our trip. If you want to truly feel like a VIP in Barcelona, then Hi. This is Barcelona... is for you!!

If I could give more than 5 stars I would…read more Jordan and the team are amazing! This is my second trip to Barcelona and I knew after my first experience touring with this them I would be in great hands. They did not disappoint. Jordan was very communicative leading up to the trip and helped plan three lovely, guided days throughout the city as well as a side trip to Sitges. My parents and I loved our time with Zaida and Silvia who were incredibly knowledgeable and took great care getting us to so many of the city's beautiful sites, including introducing us to restaurants off the beaten path. We were treated like family. I cannot say enough great things about Hi. This is Barcelona Dont' look any further...Book with them!!!!!!IF

In our over 50 years of traveling together I have never been through…read morewhat we went through with Viator if I could give them lower then one star I would . it's mostly about having reasons for missing our tour guide which this inconsiderate didn't want to hear & didn't care here are a couple of reasons we missed our tour at Passeig de Garcia 1. Phone Issue since we landed in Barcelona no connection we booked this tour on our way to Miami after we left US problems Viator didn't want to hear it after our phone worked the day after tour. 2. Tour guide said he left voice mail , there was no voice mail . 3 . Directions in Spanish with the phone not working our hotel was able to print something for us to try & into the church , no luck. 4. We waited in front of church to try & meet guide no luck we checked with 6 other groups no luck however one group sounded like to new something about our name. 5. Why would we just miss this tour after paying for me , wife, and another couple does Viator need $239 that bad . We could not get our money back we will never use Viator plus I will let anybody I know how greedy this company is. sincerely Rose & Phil PS I have sent in other reviews & I will continue to do so

We did 2 tours with them, and the drivers and guides were excellent. We did a 6 hour private tour…read moreon one day and a 4 hour private tour on the second day. Both itineraries were excellent, and we could choose modifications to our itinerary and how long to stay in various spots. We had 4 people, and one had limited walking ability. They accommodated this nicely and the cars were very comfortable. I highly recommend this company and will use them again.

While visiting Barcelona, we used the two-day pass to venture around and get to know the entirety…read moreof the this beautiful and massive city. Taxis aren't very common in Barcelona and while we did use the subway system a lot, Barcelona Bus Turístic was our main source for traveling around, which was our main reason for using this company, especially because our hotel was one of the stops along the way, which was fantastic. Barcelona Bus Turístic was typically on time to each stop. The drivers were safe and the staff were very kind. There was an instance where we were in line for a very long time and they cancelled a line which made things worrisome on how to get back to the hotel but it all worked out (our hotel was on a very steep mile+ incline). We loved the option to be able to listen to automated tour guide and learn about the city during the drive. The sound quality was decent and we were able to hear clearly. Make sure you wear sunscreen if sitting on the top deck and enjoy the scenery!

Need to work on customer service. The worst bus tour ever…read more The ticket agent was extremely rude and unprofessional. He was talking loudly the entire time, making it impossible to hear the tour commentary. When we politely asked him to lower his voice, he was dismissive and instead played personal music from his phone. I've taken several bus tours before, and this was by far the absolute worst experience.

My top is tour was a substitute for a different tour but what a great surprise. Brais did a great…read morejob of mixing in both food and culture in history of Barcelona to make our evening very enjoyable. It was only five people including Brais but everyone got along great and it was a wonderful evening.

Absolutely fantastic experience with Brais. The tour was a perfect blend of delicious food, local…read moreculture, and great company. Strangers quickly turned into friends by the end of the evening. Each stop offered unique, flavorful dishes, and our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend for anyone looking to eat their way through Barcelona.

wonder tour with Diana she was so informative and patient…read morewith all our questions. this was sure worth the money we did a 4 hour tour with most time spent at Sagrade Familia They are so helpful on their site when you are asking about the tours and tickets for attractions

Have actually done the Gothic Quarter tour twice over the years by mistake. Both though were…read moreamazing as the different guides were able to provide unique information which made it seem like we were covering the topic for the first time. We could not swing The Dark Past Night tour as we were busy on the days for the seasonal rotation. That has been one the family has talked about over the years and we just have not been able to swing with timing. With how exciting multiple guides have told us it is, we will be planning a set day around that on our next trip to Barcelona. The free aspect is nice as we can tip the guide the extra portion in my mind as it is them taking their own time to provide their years of knowledge to you in a fun interactive environment. I would highly encourage anyone to go with Runner Bean Tours in Barcelona as it is better than the actual paid tours that just drag you along and provide canned talking points.

We had a great tour with On! He was knowledgeable about everything Barcelona and catered the tour…read moreto the group's interests. Despite being on an Antonio Gaudi architecture tour, we also learned other historical facts and sentiments about Barcelona. 5/5 would recommend!

My friends suggested to take both the 11am tour and 3pm tour and have lunch inbetween. I listened…read moreand made reservations for both. When the confirmation came in, it looked like the same tour name, Gothic, but when I checked in for the 9am tour, it was clarified that the 3pm tour would be different, Gaudi Modernism. Reservations online were quick and easy. It costs 3 euro to hold a spot. I gladly paid the 6 euro for both. I took the 9am Gothic Tour on a Monday. So many people booked they called an extra guide. Many showed up without a reservation. There were three guides and we broke into three large groups. Juliana was great. She was little and didn't have an umbrella; we very temporarily lost her twice! But her knowledge and enthusiasm more than made up for it! She was also very personable. I highly recommend her! Natalia gave the Gaudi tour at 3pm. She was also extremely knowledgeable and patient; our tour involved getting the group on and off a metro to Familia Sagada. Would welcome her as a tour guide again. As per the custom, you decide the cost at the end. They took my dollars and euros. I highly recommend these tours!!!!

I purchases a 24 hour pass which was plenty on a short visit to Barcelona. There were two routes,…read moreOrange and Green which covered most of the tourist parts of the city. It was easy to change between the two routes as a few stops overlapped. If rain is happening, you will want to sit on the lower deck eventhough there is a retractable canopy. On a sunny, cool day, the upper deck is the best. You will be given a pair of disposable headphones to understand the commentary. Many languages are available all from the plug in boxes located at each seat. Midday is most crowded but they will have busses constantly running the routes. They will offer an option to upgrade to the 48 hour pass if you feel you didn't have enough time to see everything. To traverse the entire route without getting off, plan for 120 minutes with all the traffic and stops along the way.

Decided the way to see the City of Barcelona was to use the Hop on Hop Off Bus. We decided to do…read morethe two routes all in one day. After the fact decided it would have been better to split it up over two days. Tiring and a bit warm in afternoon. We caught the line first thing in the morning walking a short distance from our hotel. Seated ourselves in the open air section on top, it was slightly cool however we were prepared with windbreakers. Although I should have worn my hat and brought water. The bus took us past all the main tourist spots, the audio plug on the bus made it possible to follow the prerecorded guide. This was a great way to see if there were areas that we would like to visit in the future. The bus provided earbuds. We had to ask for them, the young guy checking us in seemed a little out of sorts. We didn't hop off accept to changed buses for the other route.

What a great way to see the city of Barcelona. We enjoyed it so much that we ended up renting twice…read morewhile we were in Barcelona for the week. I must admit, riding Vespas (scooters) was WAY out of my comfort zone. We rented 2 Vespas-the first day we went we got the 50cc scooters and the second day we got the 125s. My husband and friend's husband drove and we were passengers. I'm kind of a scaredy cat but we wore helmets and I quickly got used to riding. There are so many people in the city on scooters that I felt safe and the other drivers on the streets were very aware of each other. The people that work there were super helpful, went over everything, and even mapped out routes for us. We had a Barri Gotic route, a beach route, olympic village route and a mountain route among others. We so enjoyed riding through the city streets, saw things we wouldn't have seen, and enjoyed the views. Make sure you get an international driver's license, you must have this to ride these. (My husband and friend had done this through AAA for $15-easy process-before we left the States). Highly recommend this company!

So glad we found this place! Vittorio, the owner, gave us the absolute BEST recommendations on…read morewhere to ride (and preprogrammed into the TOMTOM GPS) as well as where to eat and visit - his 10 minute instruction was invaluable! What a blast to have the freedom to go where we wanted to go (my and my 21 yr old son). Six hours of exploring - pure fun - for 55 Eu??? What a deal! If you're looking for a scooter, USE VESPING!

Beautiful park in Barcelona. Well maintained and a great place to come with family. Tip: if you…read moreare able take the stairs up to the Joan Sales lookout point at the entrance to Park Guell and see Barcelona in all its magnificence. Re: the park itself, there are many beautiful sites to take pictures and enjoy the beauty of what a rich family built for Gaudi that failed and later turned into a public park for many to enjoy. Clean, beautiful, and majestic. 5 stars and two thumbs up!

This is one of Antoni Gaudí's most imaginative creations. The colorful mosaics, unique…read morearchitecture, and winding pathways make every corner worth exploring. It's easy to spend a couple of hours wandering around, taking photos, and admiring the creative details that make this place so special. The combination of nature and architecture is very unique. The famous mosaic bench, the Dragon Stairway, and the peaceful garden paths each have their own charm. Booking tickets in advance is a good idea, especially during the busy season, since the Monumental Zone has timed entry and often sells out. Wearing comfortable shoes is also a good idea, as there are quite a few hills and stairs throughout the park.

Our taxi from our IHG Hotel Indigo to this location cost $15.06. This was our first time to tour…read morehere at 4 PM. When we arrived via taxi around 3:30 PM from our IHG Hotel Indigo we had some time to locate our location to meet our tour guide. We finally figured out our English tour guide meeting location where we met others on our tour. When we walked over to La Sagrada Familia Basilica our English tour guide distributed audio headsets. This UNESCO marvel offers more than just breathtaking views. It is Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece, a basilica full of symbolism and architectural brilliance. The La Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona has been under construction for over 140 years. Our English tour guide shared its fascinating history, from its beginnings to the ambitious goal of completing it in 2033. The La Sagrada Familia Basilica will be the highest building in Barcelona and the highest church in the world with a height of 172 meters. La Sagrada Familia Basilica is very impressive from its size, both outside and especially from the inside with the many colored glass windows with the sun shining through during our 4-5 PM audio tour. I feel this was a great time of day to experience La Sagrada Familia. This should be your #1 place to visit in Barcelona. Our taxi from the La Sagrada Familia Basilica to Park Guell cost 15 Euros cash including gratuity. More to come regarding our next 7 PM guided tour of Park Güell.

If you're traveling with kids to city areas places like this are a small slice of heaven…read more While we were walking around the area checking out the sites we took a break here to let our kids burn off some steam. The playground here is beautifully maintained and has some magnificent views. One star off because there was garbage all around and the dirt paths got us all dusty.