Location: Tarragona
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Things to do in Tarragona, Catalonia: The Best Cultural Tours
A city full of surprises with thousands of years of civilization just waiting to be explored. Dine under the vaults of the Roman circus, lose yourself in the charming alleys of the historic quarter. Discover the true World Heritage of Tarragona, a heritage of historic monuments and locations from Roman, medieval and modern eras. But it is also a heritage made of people, of human stories, of small moments. Tarragona reveals the essence of the Mediterranean.
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1. Private Day tour : Tarragona, Spain in times of the Roman Empire
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
The tour takes you to one of the oldest cities in Spain where Roman built the capital of the province Hispania. We'll find an impressive amphitheater and we'll visit the circus, which in Roman times was used for popular games and competitions. Later we'll discover the past of the town strolling around the charmy historical district. We'll also lead to the Gotic Cathedral and will visit its magnificient interior. Finally we'll have a nice lunch and stroll on the fishermen district by the old harbour. We'll reach Tarragona by train, which is about 1h15-20 from Barcelona, and will come back also by train.
Inclusions: Train tickets to/from Tarragona are included, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By mhw51689
We had the utter displeasure of having Elisabet Morera (private guide #GT-000840) as our guide during our tour in Barcelona last summer and she was hands down the worst tour guide we have ever used (and we've traveled to over 30 countries and used private guides in each, so we've seen our fair share of private guides!). I've been wanting to leave her a review ever since our terrible experience but I could not find her anywhere (that should have been my first clue of what was to come!). Now I see she is on TripAdvisor and can finally report my dreadful experience with her. I created an account just to leave this review, so that should tell you how bad it was as I feel a responsibility to warn others so that they don't make the same mistake I did. During our tour she was completely dull, boring, distracted, uninteresting, and whenever we asked her to go more in-depth, she just kept things superficial which gave us the impression that she didn't fully know what she was talking about. She was on her phone for most of the tour instead of engaging with us, presumably either because she had to read about what we were about to see next or she was distracted with something else. She sucked out all of our enthusiasm for Barcelona. To add insult to injury, she was quite dismissive of my kids, and that's a BIG no-no. I can't even say she was "nice" because she was quite rude at times and not just with us, but even with the staff at the places we visited (for example, we had invited her to lunch and paid for her, and she was rude to the waitress, who does that??). The only positive is that she was punctual. That's literally it. We even paid for skip the line tickets to Gaudi's Sacred Familia church and STILL had to wait when we got there. Reading her Bio here and seeing that her actual work experience is with an "industrial company" and that she only started guiding after a self-described "midlife crisis" makes TOTAL sense! She's not fit to be a guide. Period. Seriously, get ANY other guide but her in Barcelona and you'll have a better experience than we did!! It's been 7 months now and I still think about how we wasted our money and how she ruined Barcelona for my family (and it was supposed to be the highlight of our vacation in Europe). Ugh!! It would have been better value for money if we had just flushed the several hundreds of euros we paid her down the toilet and toured Barcelona ourselves WITHOUT her!
2. Tarragona and Sitges Private Day Trip from Barcelona
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 15 reviews
Combine history and the Mediterranean coast on a private day trip from Barcelona to Tarragona and Sitges. You'll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan to the Roman city of Tarragona, where you’ll see its amphitheater and Old Quarter. Then travel to coastal Sitges, where you can relax, take a walk and go for a swim. Led by a private guide, this tour provides personalized attention to you and your group.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Entrance fees for the museums and monuments in Tarragona
Reviewed By nickisroaming
The tour from beginning to the end was great, our guide was very knowledgeable and patient with a very good attitude and clear English. I highly recommend it.
3. Roman Tarragona and Glamorous Sitges Small Group Tour from Barcelona
Overall Ratings
4.2 based on 271 reviews
Combine history and beach fun on a visit to Roman Tarragona and coastal Sitges on a full-day small group tour by minivan from Barcelona. You'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan and numbers are limited to a maximum of 15 people on this small tour, you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Small group tour (maximum 15 people)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop off, Entrance fees for the museums and monuments in Tarragona
Reviewed By nickisroaming
The tour from beginning to the end was great, our guide was very knowledgeable and patient with a very good attitude and clear English. I highly recommend it.
4. 4-Day Spanish Mediterranean Cities Tour: Valencia and Barcelona from Madrid
Overall Ratings
4.2 based on 12 reviews
Discover some of Spain's most beautiful cities, including Valencia, Zaragoza and Barcelona in 4 days from Madrid. On a sightseeing tour of Valencia, see the City of Arts and Sciences (Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciencias) as well as other top attractions. In Barcelona, visit the Park of Montjuic and admire views of the Olympic Ring and the old Gothic quarter. During your free time, don't miss Gaudí’s masterpieces such as La Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. As an added bonus you’ll stop in the fabled city of Zaragoza on your return to Madrid. In Zaragoza, discover the Basilica del Pilar, La Seo Cathedral and the Aljaferia Palace at your leisure. Throughout your trip, learn interesting facts about the cities from your expert guide. Accommodation and transportation between sites are included.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Three nights of accommodation, Transport by AVE, high speed train and air-conditioned coach, Biingual tour , Guided visits in Valencia and Barcelona, Tour escort during the tour, Transfer Valencia station to hotel
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, City tax (1 to 2.50 euros approx. per night)
Reviewed By globaltraveler85
The guide was SO informative and interesting. You get to see the whole church, skip the long line and learn a ton of history about the Sagrada Familia. Worth every penny.
5. 7-Day Spain Tour: Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona and Zaragoza from Madrid
Overall Ratings
3.9 based on 11 reviews
From Madrid, spend seven days on a tour of Spain's most famous cities! You'll enjoy fascinating tours of Cordoba, Seville, Granada and Barcelona, and you’ll have plenty of free time to discover more on your own. See the Great Mosque of Cordoba, the Alhambra and the Generalife Gardens in Granada, Gaudi's Park Güell and La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, along with more top attractions in Seville, Valencia and Zaragoza.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Guided visits in Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia and Barcelona, Local guide, Six nights accommodation, Six continental or buffet breakfasts, Three dinners (3-course or buffet), Transport by air-conditioned deluxe motor coach, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, D=dinner)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, City tax (1 to 2.50 euros approx. per night)
Reviewed By globaltraveler85
The guide was SO informative and interesting. You get to see the whole church, skip the long line and learn a ton of history about the Sagrada Familia. Worth every penny.
6. Tarragona Ruins & Priorat 1 day - Reduced group hotel pick up from Barcelona
We will tour Plaça del Rei, in the old town of Tarragona. The terraces in this square offer a unique gastronomic experience. We arrive at the Cathedral of Tarragona, located in the ruins of an ancient Roman site. Archaeological Walk, a pedestrian walk of a kilometer parallel to the old walls of the second century. We will finish our tour in El Portal de San Antonio. Time for lunch Then we will go to the Priorat area, where we will live an agricultural experience in the Falset area, in addition to seeing the wine cathedral, then we will return from this adventure.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Agricultural activity Falset Marçà, Visit to the castle of the counts of Prades, Guide throughout the tour
Exclusions: Snacks, Lunch, Gratuities
7. Tarragona, Ruins & Priorat -Reduced group hotel pick-up From Salou / Tarragona
We will tour Plaça del Rei, in the old town of Tarragona. The terraces in this square offer a unique gastronomic experience. We arrive at the Cathedral of Tarragona, located in the ruins of an ancient Roman site. Archaeological Walk, a pedestrian walk of a kilometer parallel to the old walls of the second century. We will finish our tour in El Portal de San Antonio. Time for lunch Then we will go to the Priorat area, where we will live an agricultural experience in the Falset area, in addition to seeing the wine cathedral, then we will return from this adventure.
Inclusions: Visit to the castle of the counts of Prades, Guide throughout the tour, Agricultural activity Falset Marçà, Private transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Snacks
8. Unforgettable Tarragona
-The glory of the Roman monuments and the hidden gems of the medieval city. -Relive the excitement of the chariot races. -Get a 360º panoramic view of the city and the Mediterranean Sea. -Trace the steps of the Romans along an underground passageway of the circus maximus. -Learn about the gladiators and their fighting techniques.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Bottled water
Reviewed By travelingnick22
Bernat is a wonderful tour guide who is great at listening and personalizing the experience to your needs and desires. We saw a variety of places around Cataluna, including Barcelona, Tarragona, Figueres, Sitges, and Besalu. He was able to share lots of great history and personal stories to supplement what we saw. I would highly recommend!
9. From Barcelona : Enjoy a Full Day Trip to Tarragona (Private Tour)
Tarragona a lovely town to be experienced. This city is 100 km south of Barcelona. Let us enjoy a great day in Tarragona admiring the scenic coastline with the view of the clear blue sea, golden sandy beaches, and rocks. The city contains a bunch of history behind all its architecture. The main attraction of the tour is described below- ✓Admire the breathtaking scenario of the beaches ✓Learn about the local stories behind the creation of the Tarragona Amphitheater, Tarragona's aqueduct, Arc de Bera ✓Visit the "Simón Coll" Chocolate factory (optional) ✓Explore the La Rambla Nova, the actual most popular street, where we can shop, gossip, and enjoy delicious food and drinks ✓It is a personalized tour with a private tour guide who will discuss the city ✓Transportation is included ✓Our guide will pick you up from anywhere in Barcelona This tour is more about knowing a beautiful city enriched with many archeological creations of the Romanians. Riding on a car explore the beautiful streets
Inclusions: A private guide - just for you or your group, Driver is included, Suitable A/C Car will be provided
Exclusions: Lunch costs
Reviewed By rownok63
Me and my family went to Barcelona on March. Our Montserrat tour was really awesome. Our tour guide, Maria, was incredible. Smart, funny, great personality. She shared interesting and relevant stories and made the whole experience very enjoyable. I enjoyed the cable car most!
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