BARCELONA
Barcelona’s best days out.
The 15 most popular lunch experiences in Barcelona. The ones worth your time, what each is actually like, and what they cost.
Ride Montserrat’s cogwheel train, tour the Basilica, then taste monk-made treats and organic wines at Oller del Mas from Barcelona.
Most Popular“This was a fantastic tour and the guides were fantastic. We had Julet and she was great. The Monastery was beautiful and the winery was nice.”
Full-day Montserrat escape plus a medieval winery with wine tasting and optional Black Madonna, tapas, or lunch from Barcelona.
“The travel was disjointed - several different tour groups sharing the same bus for different segments of the trip made it difficult to bond with the guide or the group. Felt like I was traveling solo. Monserrat. Was so crowded that I didn’t have enough time to visit all the sites. Our “skip the line”…”
Ride Montserrat’s cogwheel train, tour the abbey, then taste 3 wines at a 10th-century winery with tapas or lunch.
“Xavi was fantastic, super knowledgeable and very fun! Would definitely go again!!”
Kayak Costa Brava from Barcelona with snorkeling and low cliff jumps, plus beach lunch. Includes transport, gear, and injury insurance.
“Our guide sergi was amazing. He went the extra mile to make sure we had an adventure, while still being safe”
Small-group trip from Barcelona to Montserrat Abbey, farmers-market time, and a farm-to-table lunch with drinks, plus optional Black Madonna.
“It was a beautiful trip up the mountain in the bus, but a little scary as the road is very winding and the bus goes pretty fast. But the driver had it under control. Elizabeth was great as she gave us a lot of history on Montserrat. The monastery was unique sitting way up in…”
Small-group Montserrat monastery visit plus 3-course farmhouse lunch with views. Skip lines and ride in a luxury minibus from Barcelona.
“The scenery and the Abbey were just incredible. Beyond beautiful. Adding to that the tour guides were all super informative. Isabel spoke with passion about Catalonia history. She even took care to avoid steps for my son who has a bad knee. She took photos for the family and gave local recommendations. The farmhouse lunch…”
Spend a full day outside Barcelona with a small-group Montserrat visit, monastery highlights, and a Bages farmhouse lunch plus winery tasting.
“Vincenzo was such an amazing guide and was very friendly and knowledgeable about Monsterrat and Barcelona in general. The transportation was very comfortable and the alone time at Montserrat was perfect to get to see the whole area with my girlfriend before taking the train down to get have lunch and wine at the winery.…”
Montserrat Monastery and a Penedès family winery with a traditional 3-course lunch. Small-group minivan day trip from Barcelona.
“Overall the tour seemed very rushed. Although Monserrat was extremely beautiful, we feel we did not get enough time to fully enjoy our time there. Once we took the funicular up to the top we only had a very short time to walk around. Not even enough time to go to St. Michael's cross. We,…”
A 10-hour Costa Brava day trip from Barcelona with seaside coves, Blanes botanical gardens, a Catalan lunch, and Tossa de Mar.
“Javier was awesome and a great guide. There was 7 of us in a 3 row van. The gardens were very nice and got lots of good pictures. We ate at a restaurant that was a little off the beaten path. I wish we had more time and we had lunch in Costa Brava. After…”
Small-group Costa Brava kayaking and snorkeling from Barcelona with lunch, return transport, and guides under the Camino de Ronda.
“This kayaking trip was amazing and totally hassle-free from the start. Tom and Matt were fantastic guides — super friendly and made the whole experience fun. The kids especially loved the cliff jump, and we all enjoyed the beautiful scenery. Easy enough for beginners, and a great adventure for the whole family. Highly recommend!”
Barcelona to Montserrat with guided abbey visit, optional cogwheel train, and a winery stop for lunch or tapas plus wine tasting.
“Loved the entire experience. Montserrat is a must see if visiting Barcelona”
Small-group Costa Brava day trip from Barcelona: quiet cove swim, cliff gardens, sangria lunch, and medieval Tossa de Mar views.
“Great trip with alex and driver jonathan. Food was surprisingly delicious and views were amazing. We really enjoyed it.”
Paddle Costa Brava by kayak, snorkel caves and coves, cliff jump, then relax on the beach. Small group with gear, lunch, and photos.
“We booked a kayaking, cliff jumping, and beach excursion with our family and had a fantastic time overall. The two tour guides really made the experience! They were engaging, funny, and extremely helpful throughout the day, which kept the energy fun and relaxed. The kayaking was beautiful, and the cliff jumping was a highlight for…”
Tot Montserrat from Barcelona bundles metro, return trains, funiculars, monastery exhibits, art museum entry, and a Catalan lunch in one day.
“As visitors to the city, there many confusing directions. More details direction and instruction are needed”
Paddle past Costa Brava coves, snorkel clear water, and enjoy a beach picnic with small English-led groups from Barcelona.
“We had so much fun. The beach was incredible, the day was really well thought out. Our guide Isabelle was so nice and patient, as well as Oscar! Thanks guys!”
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