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Private tour in Barcelona Míriam J
Sagrada Família & Gourmet Tapas Experience: Authentic local Culinary Walk to El Born
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HOLA!! Welcome to Barcelona! My name is MÍRIAM. Thrilled to be part of ToursByLocals team after 20 years working as a professional tour guide! WITH ME YOU WILL ***SKIP LINES AT ALL SITES***!! I started working as a tour guide in 2000. In the meantime I went back to University to study Art History, 3 years. I am an experienced, personal & professional Licensed Guide fully authorised to guide inside museums and historic sites. Passionate, super flexible, very knowledgeable about Gaudí's architecture, Dalí's, Miró's, Picasso's paintings, Jewish heritage, my culture & my country. I am looking forward to bringing my love for: - art, history, food (I have wonderful recommendations for the best restaurants), lifestyle, boutiques (I do Shopping tours, I can help you to find the perfect gift). I work for schools and I love kids! I know how to keep them engaged, even teenagers! I'll give you a real feel of what it is like to be a local and I'll take you off the beaten path . I love been a storyteller and giving you a mix of history and current culture facts including some good temptations. Wonderful memories are to come in a place but is the people you meet what it makes it UNFORGETTABLE!! That's my GOAL! Let me be your personal guide and show you things in a short few hours that would take you weeks of research and years of experience to teach you. It would be my absolute pleasure! As I want everybody to keep unforgettable memories of Barcelona and Catalonia. I will do my best to customise for you the perfect tour, based on your special interests and as I already said. . . SKIPPING ALL LINES!! *****((( FULLY LICENSED OFFICIAL GUIDE SINCE 1999))))*****, number 1645, issued by the Catalan government. ***((( SKIP THE LINE GUARANTEED AT ALL SITES )))*** - Tourism University Degree by University of Girona, 1999. - 3 years studying Art History Degree in UB ( University of Barcelona), now in stand by. Member of : - WFTGA (World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations) - FEG (European Federation of Tourist Guides) - CEFAPIT (Spanish Tour Guide Confederation) - AGUICAT (Catalonian Licensed Tour Guides Association) - Experienced traveller, wine lover and foodie. Barcelona is a walking city, It depends on the tour you prefer we may use subway/taxi Certain clients prefer travelling by private car/van. That can always be arranged by myself with little anticipation. *Consult for LARGER PARTIES
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Private Gaudí masterpiece visit followed by Barcelona’s finest tapas, wines, and hidden culinary gems
Overview of your Barcelona tour
Begin your experience at the iconic Sagrada Família, where Gaudí’s masterpiece sets the stage for an unforgettable Barcelona afternoon. After exploring one of the world’s most extraordinary landmarks, we transition into the city’s most delicious tradition: tapas. This curated private experience blends culture and gastronomy as we walk toward the charming streets of El Born — Barcelona’s most vibrant district for authentic tapas and boutique wine bars. Along the way, enjoy hand-selected restaurants known for exceptional flavors, local wines, and refined Catalan cuisine. In El Born, I’ll also share some of my favorite insider spots: where to find Spain’s best croissant, a legendary pastry shop serving a miniature version of the world-famous chocolate cake once voted best in the world, and hidden wine bars loved by locals. A sophisticated, relaxed way to experience Barcelona — through architecture, flavors, and stories only insiders know.
Your Barcelona tour itinerary
1. Meet at Sagrada Família We begin outside Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s breathtaking basilica. You’ll discover its symbolism, architecture, the great book of nature carved in limestone. 2. Taxi ride Through Barcelona From the basilica we´ll drive through elegant streets toward the historic center, where we'll discover hidden corners, stories, and local life while ... 3... we enjoy Tapas & Wine. El Born, Barcelona’s most beloved tapas district. We visit 2-3 carefully chosen spots where you’ll enjoy exceptional tapas and excellent Spanish wines in places locals truly love. Before finishing, I’ll share my personal recommendations for the neighborhood: Where to taste Spain’s best croissant, a renowned pastry shop with a mini version of the chocolate cake voted best in the world (2005), hidden wine bars and gourmet spots to continue exploring after the tour. End: El Born – perfect for continuing your journey in Barcelona.
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Type: Public Transportation / Category: Taxi
Walking mainly and Taxi to go from Basilica to El Born area
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401 Carrer de Mallorca, Barcelona, Catalunya, 08013, Spain
In front of the giftshop named RINGELS in Mallorca street, 418.
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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