Barcelona: 2.5-Hour Gaudí Segway Tour
ID: GYG121809-178428
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Discover the best of Catalan modernism, including Gaudí's best works on a guided Segway tour. This photogenic route will take you along the heart of Barcelona as you learn about the city's unique architecture and style.
This Gaudí-inspired Segway tour takes you on a trip through the more recent history of Barcelona, leading through two of the city's central districts: Eixample and Vila de Gràcia. Starting at the famous Arc de Triomf on the Lluís Companys avenue, this itinerary introduces many of Barcelona's main attractions. It includes the famous architecture created by Anonti Gaudí: the Sagrada Familia, the Casa Batlló and the Casa Milà (La Pedrera) on Passeig de Gracia, one of Barcelona's most celebrated boulevards.
You will also visit lesser-known modernist icons designed by great architects like Josep Puig i Cadafalch and Lluís Domènech i Montaner. Among them are buildings like the Casa Fuster, Casa de les Punxes or the Casa Amattler, a luxurious property in Eixample commissioned by a wealthy chocolate tycoon in 1898. Another highlight of the tour is La Monumental, the last bullfighting arena where bullfights were held before being banned by the Catalonian parliament.
Additionally to the Eixample district, this tour also takes you on a quick escape to the main square of the Gràcia district, the Plaza de la Vila de Gràcia. Interestingly, the district originally was not connected to Barcelona's old town, La Ciutat Vella, which is comprised of the Gothic quarter, the Born, the Raval and the neighbourhood next to the beach, La Barceloneta. It was established in the 17th century and remained an independent municipality until being formally annexed by Barcelona in 1897. On the square you will witness the distinctive bell tower and the former city hall, La casa de la Vila de Gràcia. Being one of Barcelona's most picturesque and cosmopolitan districts, Gràcia is home to the city's young bohemian scene. It consists of low buildings and small alleys full of local shops, restaurants and small art galleries, the type of vibrant local infrastucture Barcelona has become famous for.
Highlights
- Visit the famous unfinished Sagrada Familia church by Gaudí
- Ride along the lustrous Passeig de Gracia on a Segway
- See the peculiar facades of Casa Milà and Casa Batlló
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Training on how to use the Segway will be provided
Due to local regulations for Segways, the minimum age for Segway tour participants in Barcelona is 16 years. Younger participants can join the tour on high-end electric bicycles at discounted rates
Small groups: 2-6 people per guide. To enhance safety and due to local regulations for Segways, bigger groups are split up and accompanied by several guides
Riders must be able to make motions similar to climbing and descending stairs without assistance
Riders must be at least 110cm tall, and weigh between 35-120 kg and not exceed 120kg.
It is strongly recommended pregnant women do not participate in any Segway activities for their own safety and that of their child
Comfortable clothing and shoes recommended. In winter warm, water-resistant clothing and gloves are recommended
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet your guide below the Arc de Triomf in Paseo Lluis Companys. (The local partner's office is at Paseo Lluis Companys, 10, Barcelona)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
