Private tour in Barcelona Montse M

Picasso in Barcelona: Where It All Began

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Montse M.

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Hello! Nice to meet you:) I am Montse and I'm a licensed local guide in Barcelona and Catalunya. I am a graduate in Audiovisual Communication and I also have a Master in script writing. For many years I have been combining Tourism work with the performing arts, cinema and theatre . This two areas which would appear to be unconnected have actually made me the kind of guide I am. You will be able to discover the city as if you were watching a film. We can include visual poetry and narrative in the way we walk around the city! Fall in love with Barcelona and Catalonia! I can show you the popular venus, the hidden gems and the quiet places where we locals go. On foot, by bike or with our own driver. I am interested in art, history and culture in general and I am constantly updating. Tell me what interests you and I can design a tailored made tour which will give you a truly great experience. -Official Guide License, issued by the Catalan Government. That means I can explain inside the monuments and skip the line in most of the monuments. -Experience as a private guide since 2014 -Experience coordinating tours and logistics for international football academies and school groups, including children and teenagers since 2017. -Official Guide License, issued by the Balearic Islands Government -Bachelor's Degree in Audiovisual Communication, University Pompeu Fabra -MA in Screenwriting, University of Barcelona -Semester in Communication Studies in Roskilde University, Denmark -Member of AGUICAT (Professional licensed tour guides Association of Catalonia) -Performing arts and singing courses. -First-aid course training and experience as a lifeguard. I do not drive while I am guiding. We can use public transports, taxis or a private car with a driver upon request.

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Overview of your Barcelona tour

“Barcelona was where I realized how far I could reach,” once said Pablo Picasso. This private tour explores Barcelona through Picasso’s eyes — the city where he grew up, found inspiration, and began shaping the artist he would become. Long before Paris, Barcelona formed the foundations of his creative revolution. With a background in communication and storytelling, my goal is to make Picasso accessible, engaging, and memorable — even for those who think they don’t like his work. We’ll walk through the historic old town, discovering the neighborhoods, stories, and atmosphere that influenced his early years. The experience continues inside the Picasso Museum, housed in beautiful medieval palaces. Here, we follow Picasso’s artistic evolution step by step, including the extraordinary Las Meninas series. This is not just a museum visit — it’s a journey into how a young Pablo became Picasso.

Your Barcelona tour itinerary

- The 4 Cats Café - Picasso's mural in front of The Cathedral, Roman walls, episcopal palace. . . - Sala Parés in Petrixol Street, the place of his first solo exhibition - Santa Maria del Pi, his inspiration - Plaça Reial, his first studio - La Llotja, his art school - His first pension and his first flat, La Ribera - Carrer Montcada: the 5 palaces that make up the Museu Picasso

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Cars are not permitted in this part of town, so this is a walking tour. However, the tour starting point is accessible by taxi.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Tickets: Admission Tickets: - Picasso Museum €12 OPTIONAL: - Santa Maria del Mar €10 (the protagonist of Falcones's famous novel The Cathedral by the Sea, offering spectacular panoramic views from its terrace). - Cathedral €9 (Barcelona's only true cathedral).
Meeting location

17 Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona, Catalunya, 08002, Spain

Plaça de Catalunya, 17 (Ciutat Vella). We will meet in front of the Banco de España entrance, at the corner of Plaça de Catalunya and Portal de l’Àngel. I will be wearing my official tour guide badge.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
Off The Beaten Path
Museums
History
Architecture
Tour reference number
1449738
Languages
Spanish
French
Catalan
English
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Barcelona best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in exploring the early life and influences of Pablo Picasso. It's also ideal for travellers who want to connect with a local guide like Montse M. for deeper insights into Barcelona's rich cultural heritage.

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