Private tour in Barcelona Mark W

Best of Gaudi Half Day Private Tour

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***** (((( FULLY OFFICIAL LICENSED GUIDE )))) As an accredited licensed guide, YOU WILL SKIP THE LINES WITH ME. PRIVATE TOURS, COUPLES, FAMILIES, KIDS FRIENDLY!, ARCHITECTURE, ART, WINE & FOODIES Hi, my name is Mark and I am an OFFICIAL LICENSED GUIDE in Barcelona, Catalonia and Spain. I was born and raised in Barcelona and my love for this place has brought me to my true passion: showing you the city and its surroundings. As a fully accredited licensed tour guide, specialized in History, Art and Architecture, I have PRIORITY (skip the lines) access to all monuments, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the work of Antoni Gaudi, such as the Sagrada Familia or Park Guell. In almost all cases, you'll skip the lines with me. I am always very flexible and my tours are adapted to shore excursions as well and focus primarily in private tours. I love to tour with couples, friends, single visitors and, as a father of a sweet daughter, families as well. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy (History) of Art and another Bachelor in Information Science (journalism and marketing) and an MBA (Master in Business Administration). I studied in Barcelona, Japan and in the USA, specifically WASHINGTON D. C. It will be a pleasure to show you Barcelona, its Ramblas, Gothic Quarter, Jewish Quarter, SAGRADA FAMILIA, Gaudi. . . and its surroundings, Girona, Dali, Tarragona, Sitges, Costa Brava, Pyrenees. . . In other words: the best of Catalonia and Spain! Please do not hesitate to get in touch with me in order to customize my tours posted in ToursByLocals to your needs. Enjoy your tour in the hands of an expert licensed guide that is passionate about his profession! I am looking forward to Meeting you! Mark SPECIALIZED IN ARCHITECTURE, HISTORY, ART, JEWISH & SEPHARDIC HERITAGE, WINE & FOODIES I have been working as a Tour Guide for nearly 19 years. Here are some of my credentials: * M.B.A., Master In Business Administration, GWU (Washington D.C.) & UPC (Barcelona) * Autunomous University of Barcelona, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), P.h.D. ABD in Philosophy of Art, currently ABD, pending thesis * B.A. in Arts, Philosophy, A. University of Barcelona; specialized in Philosophy of Art * B. A. in Information Science, A. University of Barcelona. * Co-founder of the ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH QUARTERS IN CATALONIA * Sommelier studies: INCAVI (2000) and currently Level 2 sommelier at Wine Education Trust based in London, WSET * Member of AGUICAT (Association of Licensed Guides in Barcelona) * Member of AELC, Writers in Catalan Language Any tour can be enhanced with private transport and other services. Flexibility is always a must as an official licensed guide. Just ask!

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Overview of your Barcelona tour

"Best of Gaudí Private Tour" focuses on the buildings of the most famous Catalan architect, Antoni Gaudi. You will get to know the captivating world of the architect Antoni Gaudi and some of his contemporary colleagues of the Catalan "modernisme" (art nouveau). Visit the main sites related to Antoni Gaudi, such as the SAGRADA FAMILIA or some of the famous Gaudi houses, among other monuments and buildings. Walk through Passeig de Gracia Avenue and learn about Gaudí amazing houses, CASA MILA known as "La Pedrera" and CASA BATLLÓ with its bright multicolored facade. These buildings will be visited from outside (it's most spectacular part). Should you wish to include an inside visit, please feel free to contact me in order to arrange it accordingly. The tour will cover the main UNESCO World Heritage Sites related to this genius of Catalan architecture, Antoni Gaudi. The itinerary will be covered by taxi, which is not included in the price.

Your Barcelona tour itinerary

1) Hotel, port, or specified Meeting point (not airport). Depending on location, the order of the following monuments may vary. 2) Sagrada Familia (outside; please contact me if you would like to visit it inside, so I'll acquire the admissions) 3) Passeig de Gràcia walk (no entrance to buildings, if not specified otherwise): Casa Mila (LA PEDRERA) and Casa Batllo 4) PLEASE NOTICE: Park Güell (ONLY if we acquire the admissions; please contact me if you would like to include it). It can't be seen from outside. BUT, in general, we recommend other Gaudi sites. This place has a big mobility problem, with taxis not wanting to drive to the park. Neighbors of Park Guell block systematically all streets that access the park because of overtourism and acces is made impossible by taxi on purpose. If visiting the Park, we may need to walk 20 minutes uphill along a steep slope. Neighbors may block the site completely every Saturday and Sunday.

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Taxi

Public transportation (usually taxi); not included in the price

What's included
Other: * My services as your private licensed tour guide (exclusive guiding -- there are no other customers) * Purchase service of tickets before the tour: 1) If the tour is booked with enough time, entrances will be bought in advance. Purchase follows 10 days before the tour, not earlier, which is in 99% of cases sufficient time. Successful purchase is conditioned to availability, which may exceptionally vary. 2) Otherwise, if the booking is done with short notice (for example, 2 days), tickets will be acquired on the spot, the day of the tour while touring with the customer. Again, purchase is conditioned to availability. 3) In any case, entrances are NOT included and shall be paid the day of the tour in cash.
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What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
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Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Please notice: No airport No cruise I shall be a location in Barcelona city (municipality) Thank you.

Other details
Tour categories
Off The Beaten Path
Architecture
Tour reference number
297107
Languages
Catalan
English
German
Spanish
Activity level
High
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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This private tour in Barcelona is perfect for travellers who are passionate about architecture and want to explore the works of Antoni Gaudí and his contemporaries. It's ideal for those who prefer a personalized experience with a local guide, Mark W., who can provide deeper insights into the Catalan "modernisme" movement. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly.

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