Tour guide in Barcelona Vanessa J.

Barcelona, Spain

English, Catalan, Italian, Spanish

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Since Jan 30, 2019

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I'm Vanessa J., your private tour guide in Barcelona

Guide #34826

5.0 (292)

Hi, my name is Vanessa, I am a licensed guide from Barcelona. ART HISTORIAN AND LICENSED GUIDE. SKIP THE LINE GUARANTEED AT ALL SITES. I studied Art History at the University of Barcelona (UB), and I coursed the last year of the degree at the University of Parma (Italy), a lovely place where is produced the famous parmigiano cheese! When completed the degree in Italy I came back to Barcelona, but shortly after I decided to move to London (UK) where I lived during a year and a half enjoying a vibrant city full of art ! When I moved back to Barcelona I worked in art galleries and museums, like the National Museum of Art of Catalunya (MNAC), and contemporary art museum CAIXAFORUM. During the year 2006 I passed the exams and I became a Licensed tour guide. Since the first day I love my job! Meeting new people, connecting with them, sharing my passion and enthusiasm for arts. Make the customers fall in love with Barcelona and wish to come back soon is my objective! Even I am specialized in arts, I love to know and let know what's going on in the city ! I'm flexible, quick to pick up new skills. Ready for the fresh new restaurants and best places for shopping, but also for the most traditional or authentic places, those ones hidden even for many locals ! I live in the heart of Barcelona. I was born close to the land that inspired Joan Miró (south of Catalonia); and I love to spend many weekends in the Empordà, north of Catalonia, where Salvador Dalí was born. - Official Guide Licence, issued by the Catalan Government. - Bachelor's Degree in Art History, University of Barcelona ( I coursed the last year of the Degree at the University of Parma (Italy) ). - Postgraduate Degree in Communication and Design at Elisava Barcelona. - RASGO Red de Juderías de España (Network of Spanish Jewish quarters), Caminos de Sefarad certification. I don’t have any restriction. I am not a driver and any tour that includes transportation will be provided by a hired driver and vehicle.

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5.0
  • Werner K.United States
    2 days ago

    Vanessa was a great guide for a Gaudi tour, showing us a number of his major works, ending with the amazing cathedral. She was happy to personalize the tour, and came up with perfect accommodations for our mobilty-impaired guest. A great way to see Gaidi architecture.

    Replied from the guide, Vanessa J.

    August 2026

    Dear Werner, Thank you so much for your lovely words. It was my pleasure. All the best! Vanessa

  • Ann L.United States
    3 days ago

    We were met right as we exited the terminal, rode with an excellent driver in a very comfortable air-conditioned vehicle which was perfect on a hot, hot day. Vanessa is so knowledgeable (although seemed just a bit rushed) and it was so good to be able to enter Sagrada Família without waiting in line with the crowds.

    Replied from the guide, Vanessa J.

    August 2026

    Dear Ann, Thank you so much for your review. It was wonderful to meet you in Barcelona! All the best! Vanessa

  • Alan R.United States
    June 2026

    Vanessa really knows how to make the most of a limited amount of time. She and the driver worked seamlessly together, constantly communicating to ensure we visited each site in the most efficient order while avoiding unnecessary delays. She was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating details about the architecture and history of Gaudí's works at each stop. Her...

    Replied from the guide, Vanessa J.

    June 2026

    Dear Alan, Thanks so much for this great review, I am very happy to read that everybody enjoyed the tour. All the best! Vanessa

  • Ron B.United States
    June 2026

    Vanessa was outstanding. A wealth of knowledge, very personable and interesting. The combined walking and driving tour were a perfect way to get a good perspective of Barcelona’s past and present. I highly recommend Vanessa as a guide. Ron Boyce

    Replied from the guide, Vanessa J.

    June 2026

    Dear Ron, Thank you so much for your great review. I hope to see you again in Barcelona. All the best! Vanessa