When in Spain, especially in Barcelona city, common things that people really consider to see are the most admired icons which includes Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. But if you are interested in knowing the city from a different angle, you’re eager to get to know about the offbeat tourist attractions, then, the other kind of tours are preferred. Here, we’ll offer some insight into the most interesting and outstanding alternative tours in Barcelona that will blow your mind.

1. Street Art Tours

Barcelona is a city with rich street art culture. You will be able to tour various artistic pieces that make up the city, and you will get an added bonus of hearing or reading the stories behind the graffiti and murals. These are specific product offerings often involving passionate and informative guides that can explain the artists behind the works and the techniques use and the societal realities portrayed in the art work. You will be also able to explore districts such as El Raval and Poblenou that can be referred as Street Art districts.

2. Gothic Quarter Tours

The Gothic Quarter is a Barcelona’s district with small and twisted streets and numerous gothic-style buildings. If you embark on the Gothic Quarter tour then you will find yourself traveling back in times when you will walk through the squares, buildings and alleys. Your guide will be giving you some past stories and legends about Barcelona, thus helping you get more aware of the past of this city. You also do not want to get a chance to tour the Barcelona Cathedral and Plaça Reial during the tour.

3. Food and Tapas Tours

Barcelona is a culinary heaven and that is why the food and tapas tour has become a perfect activity. You will be exposed to the local cuisine and ways of food preparation, and will be tasted the Spanish culinary specialties of Catalonia region. Some of the popular food experiences include food walking and feeding tours which may involve tour sites such as La Boqueria, where guests get an opportunity to experience the environment, sounds and tastes of the Barcelona’s food niche. And do not hesitate to order such delicacies such as paella, jamon and of course patatas bravas!

4. Bike Tours

Some people consider the bicycle to be only a way of transport, but if it’s used during the sightseeing, it adds a new interesting perspective allowing you to see more sights while being environmental friendly. The Barcelona bike tours are equally different to include cycling routes that go around the usual tourist destination but instead focus on lesser known parts of Barcelona such as squares, parks and even breathtaking view points. The guide will take you through some of the narrow pedestrian areas or the back roads only accessible by a bike and in this way your safety is assured and, you can enjoy your ride. There is no necessity to be a professional cyclist since these tours are available for everyone.

5. Wine and Cava Tours

Sited in the province of Catalonia, Barcelona lies amidst sprawling wine and cava growing areas. If you opt for wine and cava tour, then you will be taken to the Penedès region which is close to Barcelona and you will visit wine cellars and taste the wines and sparkling cavas to your heart’s content as well get to learn how to make them. Some of these tours are; vineyard tour, cellar tours, and opportunities to get and interact with the wine makers. What could be a better chance to taste all the delicious products and enjoy wine of Catalonia region.

Conclusion

Here are presented several types of tours that may interest all clients, who aim to have an unforgettable trip to Barcelona having an unusual view of the city. No matter if the persons are interested in art, history, culinary, or drill, there’s a tour for everyone. These other kinds of traveling allow you take informative tours and sxperiences that you could not find on your own, engage with people on a more personal scale, and take memorable photos that you could not take on other types of tours. Therefore, for your next trip to Barcelona perhaps consider the city’s more unconventional elements to get a different experience.