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Barcelona Highlights Guided Tour with Monjuic Cable Car

About this experience

Hop on an air-conditioned panoramic bus to tour the city with your guide and enjoy the views from the Montjuïc Cable Car. If you prefer, you can explore El Born and the Gothic Quarter on a guided walking tour that will take you through the most emblematic corners of the old town. To complete the day, you have the option to add a visit to Barcelona Cathedral. You choose the option that best suits your trip!

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr–6 hr

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Barcelona Panoramic Tour
Includes: The ticket for the Montjuïc Cable Car and tour by air-conditioned coach.
Barcelona Highlights Tour
Includes: The ticket for the Montjuïc Cable Car, tour by air-conditioned coach and walking tour of the Born and Gothic Quarter.
Highlights Tour with Cathedral
Includes: Walking tour of the Born and Gothic Quarter and entrance to the Barcelona Cathedral.

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr–6 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Local guide
  • Entrance to Barcelona Cathedral (if option selected)
  • Transportation by air-conditioned coach
  • One-way ticket for the Montjuïc Cable Car
  • Radio guide system
  • Walking tour of the Born and Gothic Quarter (if option selected)

Not included

  • Entrance to the Basilica of Santa Maria del Pi, Montjuïc Castle, or Palau de la Música
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off service

Itinerary and highlights

In the first part of the visit, we will enjoy a walking tour through El Born and the Gothic Quarter. We will have the opportunity to stroll along one of Barcelona’s most important streets and see landmarks such as the Arc de Triomf, the Barcelona Cathedral, and the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar. We will marvel as we discover the multitude of details on the façades of the buildings we encounter along the way. We will walk through the narrow streets of the city’s old town and uncover the secrets it hides.

At the end of the walking tour, we will board a climate-controlled bus for a panoramic tour of Barcelona. We will make several stops at Montjuïc Hill, which was the Olympic area during the 1992 Olympic Games. The first stop will allow us to access the Montjuïc Cable Car, offering breathtaking views of Barcelona.

It will then be time to return to the office, passing along Passeig de Gràcia, one of Barcelona’s most important streets, home to two of Antoni Gaudí’s most famous works: La Pedrera and Casa Batlló.

Starting March 16, 2026, this experience will be available in the following options: Barcelona Panoramic Tour, Highlights, or Highlights with Cathedral.

Begin your experience with a panoramic bus tour of Barcelona's most iconic sights. Enjoy the elegant Passeig de Gràcia, where you'll see two of Gaudí's modernist gems: La Pedrera and Casa Batlló. Continue with a strategic stop at the MNAC Viewpoint and Montjuïc Castle as you explore the 1992 Olympic area. Enjoy the views from the Montjuïc Cable Car.

Back at Estació del Nord, we will begin our walking tour of El Born and the Gothic Quarter for those who have chosen the Highlights or Highlights with Cathedral option.

The tour will conclude at the impressive Barcelona Cathedral, where those with included entry tickets can explore its interior.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Julia Travel Office in Barcelona Nord Station, Ground floor, platform 19, at Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80. It is mandatory to check-in at the counter.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Julia Travel

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note this activity includes walking long distances, so it is not recommended for people with reduced mobility
  • From the end of January to the beginning of March the cable car is under maintenance (days to concrete)
  • Julià Travel reserves the right to change the itinerary or cancel the tour due to events being celebrated in the city or force majeure reasons
  • On windy days the cable car may not operate for safety reasons.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr–6 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 4–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Please note this activity includes walking long distances, so it is not recommended for people with reduced mobility
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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