Barcelona born OLYMPIC GUIDE (Barcelona and Atlanta Olympic Games). Let me show you Barcelona and Catalonia's jewels IN MY EXCLUSIVE MERCEDES VAN or WALKING.

I have a long career as an editor, I love Culture and History providing my tours with facts and local knowledge. I SPEAK ENGLISH, ITALIAN, FRENCH, SPANISH, SWEDISH AND CATALAN.

We will stroll through Barcelona's streets, admire its most iconic sights -including Gaudi's architecture- dig into its RICH HISTORICAL HERITAGE and GASTRONOMY. SKIP THE LINES WITH ME, I can book tickets in advance.

We can take my COMFORTABLE AIR-CONDITIONED MERCEDES and discover the city or head to other must-see places in Catalonia: DALI MUSEUM, MONTSERRAT, MEDIEVAL TOWNS, FISHERMAN'S VILLAGES, WINERIES…Tell me what you fancy and I'll TAILOR MAKE your tour.

I have a NICE LIST OF SELECTED RESTAURANTS ready for you. Otherwise, we could also eat at my home in the heart of the city, the atmospheric Born district. Built in the XIX century, it has been the set of TV series and films. We'd enjoy a choice of local tapas, wine and cava.

My tour guiding experience includes being a member of the HOSPITALITY PROGRAM of the COCA-COLA Company during the OLYMPIC GAMES of Barcelona and as a TOUR LEADER during the Olympics in Atlanta. I have also worked in Boston and in London.

Besides that, I have a 23-YEAR OLD EXPERIENCE IN PUBLISHING; during my years as an Editor I enjoyed touring Spain with several writers, an experience I now share with my customers.

I consider myself a POSITIVE, DYNAMIC AND FLEXIBLE person. I love exploring the world and interacting with local people. I provide my tours with facts, insider knowledge and local stories.

I'm also glad to give you ADVICE FOR THE REST OF YOUR TRIP.

I hope to see you soon!

-Tour guide and tour leader / Hospitality Program, The Coca-Cola Company, USA

-Degree in Literature and Linguistics, University of Barcelona

- History and contemporary American Literature Studies,The American Institute

-23 years experience as an International Fiction and Non Fiction Editor participating in numerous bookfairs and conferences around the world.

-Driver's License

-Experienced traveller

-Language studies: English, Swedish, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish, Catalan, French and Italian

-Certificate in teaching Spanish for foreigners, International House, Barcelona

-Cultural Studies, University of Glasgow, Scotland

My Tours are always PRIVATE TOURS and EXCLUSIVE for you and your party. I am not driving when guiding, but for your comfort I always arrange a dedicated driver (his service is included in the price).

Would you like to see the masterworks of Gaudí from a comfortable Mercedes van?

Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera, Casa Vicens and Park Güell in an exclusive private tour for you.

See the influence of nature in the Gaudi architecture, where others only see crazy shapes.

Hear how Gaudi became the best friend of the second richest person in Spain in the late 1800's.

 Hear the funny reason why Casa Mila is also called La Pedrera.

Learn about a secret water tank that most visitors of Park Guell never hear about.

 Will the Sagrada Familia will be really completed by 2026? 

And much more, in this private complete Full Gaudi day.

I'll be glad give you advice so you can better organize the rest of your tour.

Full Gaudí Tour + Olympic guide + Exclusive Mercedes van

Would you like to see the best of the city from a comfortable Mercedes van?

Gaudis masterworks -including Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, Casa Batlló and Casa Milà - the Gothic and the Jewish Quarter, Roman remains, a lively market and the best views of the city in an exclusive 7 hour tour.

I started guiding during the Olympic Games in Barcelona in 1992 which was a crucial turning point for the city. Before then, Barcelona was considered to be turning its back to the sea. The Games opened up the city and the beaches and the seafront became a new charming area. Today Barcelona offers the best of a vibrant Mediterranean culture which I'm glad to share with the newcomers. Let me show it to you!

A full Panoramic Tour with several stop-over on the way.

I'll be glad give you advice so you can better organize the rest of your time.

Exclusive Private Barcelona's Highlights Full Day Tour

Discover the best of Girona and Costa Brava in a day trip from Barcelona!

You'll be picked up and dropped off at your convenience in a chauffered Exclusive Mercedes Benz van.

I'll be your guide in Medieval Girona, famous for its Jewish Quarter (one of the best preserved in Europe), as well as its lovely painted houses by the river.

After that we will head to Tossa de Mar in Costa Brava to enjoy time at the beach, have lunch by the sea as well as a walk in this charming fortified town. Ava Gardner felt in love with Tossa when starring in a film being shot there in the 1950s.

Enjoy this Girona and Costa Brava Full Day Tour!

Tour guide in Barcelona Catalonia Cristina H.

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