Casa Milà or Casa Batlló: which Gaudí house is better

This post was updated in January 2024

The most frequently asked question on our Gaudí Free Tour is this one: “Which Gaudí house is better, Casa Milà or Casa Batlló?”. The easiest answer is to visit both if you can as each one is a masterpiece in its own right. However, not everyone has enough time in Barcelona or maybe they prefer to see other attractions to make their visit more varied.

Let me explain the pros and cons of each of these UNESCO World Heritage buildings so you can make an informed decision. At the end of the article, I will also tell you which one is my personal favourite and how you can book official tickets and skip the queues. Don’t forget that Casa Milà has a nickname: La Pedrera.

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Casa Milà vs Casa Batlló: a comparative
Casa Milà or Casa Batlló? My personal choice
Casa Milà a.k.a. La Pedrera practical information
Casa Batlló practical information

Casa Milà vs Casa Batlló: a comparative

The architecture

Many people love the colourful ornate facade of Casa Batlló. It is full of eye-catching tiles that make the house impossible to miss when strolling past. With its bone-like balconies and curvy reptile roof, this facade is usually preferred to that of La Pedrera. While Casa Batlló certainly followed the fashions of the time, it is not strictly 100 per cent Gaudí. The architect was commissioned to remodel this 1870s building in keeping with the Art Nouveau fashion of the day.

Balconies at the façade of Casa Batlló — Gaudí’s balconies at the façade of Casa Batlló. Photo by ludovic

I always ask guests on my tours to dig a little deeper to see the genius in Casa Milà too. This apartment block was designed from the ground up and Gaudí abandoned colour for form. It is so original and unlike any construction from this period. You will either love or hate the recycled welded iron balconies on its wavy limestone front.

Both masterpieces can be seen from the outside, so, no agonising choices here. However, as regards layout, ingenuity, new construction methods and importance, La Pedrera would get the critics thumbs up.

Interior patio at Casa Milà. Photo by dconvertini

OUR TIP: Looking at both houses from the outside? Decided on which to enter? Get online and book. It is also cheaper than paying at the entrance.

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The interior

Let’s discuss the interiors. What do you get to visit? Which one is better?

Entrances, courtyards and patios

In both houses, you see the inside patio (two in la Pedrera), the stairway, an individual apartment, the attic and the roof terrace. I prefer the entranceway to Casa Batlló by far. It is like entering a jewelry box and the carved wooden staircase up to the apartment will blow you away. If you are a tile person the interior patio is all about decoration. It is beautifully done in shades of blue giving the atmosphere of submergence in the ocean depths.

Casa Milà’s entranceway starts at a modern-looking ticket office where you put your belongings through a security check. But once through to the first patio, you can breathe a sigh of relief as it is round and spacious, catering to larger numbers. While the patios are a lot plainer inside, there are some eye-catching painted frescoes around.

Casa Batllo interior patio — The stunning interior patio at Casa Batlló. Photo by Casal Partiu

OUR TIP: If the queue for the lift to the roof terrace in La Pedrera looks long, ask the staff to show you the stairway off the patio (servants used it in the olden days). It is 8 floors up so make sure you are fit and ready for the climb.

Living quarters

The living quarters of Casa Batlló are not furnished and a lot of rooms (kitchen, servants’ quarters and bathroom) are missing so it lacks that sense of a real lived-in apartment. Despite this, some people do prefer the interior. Sculpted wooden doors, colourful stained glass windows and rounded plaster ceilings transport guests to a fairy wonderland. The family terrace is open to visitors affording a view of the back part of the house, a feature which is not available in Casa Milà.

La Pedrera’s apartment is furnished, giving a great insight into how people lived and decorated their abodes in this era. Wandering from room to room disorientates most as the layout follows the curve of the round patio which is so unusual in any construction. Subtle and brilliant, it does, however, miss that immediate first impression, the wow factor of Casa Batlló.

Bedroom in La Pedrera — Furnished apartment in La Pedrera. Photo by Bert Kaufmann

OUR TIP: Both living quarters exhibition spaces can feel quite cramped when busy so try to catch the late evening visits (about 1.5 hours before closing time).

The Attic

The white plastered, ribbed walls of the attic in Casa Batlló make you feel the nickname House of Bones is very fitting for this dwelling. In parts, it can be narrow and if crowded a bit claustrophobic, but this impressive passageway must be walked to arrive at the roof terrace. Look out for a mesmerising art installation by Refik Anadol. Enchanting as the piece is, I feel it takes away from the original characteristics of the house.

Casa Milà’s loft has bare ribbed walls and ceilings made from red brick, immediately creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere. It’s an enormous space and is dotted with small windows so one does not feel boxed in or stuffy. Excellent models, videos, charts, furniture and more give the visitor a fantastic insight into all of Gaudi’s work, a display that Casa Batlló lacks.

Miniature model of La Pedrera — A miniature model of La Pedrera at Casa Milà’s exhibition space in the attic. Photo by Tracey Hind

OUR TIP: One exhibit not to be missed in Casa Milà’s rafters is the hanging chain model of Colonia Güell. It explains Gaudí’s genius by looking in the mirror below.

The roof terrace

The terrace of Casa Batlló is not as promising as you might think by looking at the roof from below. It houses chimneys, the skylight and the water storage room.

Fancy a cool drink? Seats and tables surround a little mini bar, a cramped and recent addition to this housetop.

While still imaginative and, no mistaking, a Gaudí rooftop, I get the feeling that, after completion, the architect thought to himself: “I can definitely do better in my next house“. And that, my friends, would be La Pedrera.

Roof terrace at Casa Batlló — The colourful roof terrace at Casa Batlló. Photo by Tony Hisgett

The terrace of Casa Milà is one of the most magical places in Barcelona and a sculptural masterpiece. Stairwells, ventilation towers and chimneys are the 3 main elements that combine to make a highly original and wonderful space. It is not a flat surface (like casa Batlló) and you will be climbing up and downstairs to see the sights so those with bad knees, be aware.

As a plus, you can actually enjoy beautiful views of Barcelona from La Pedrera’s roof terrace (a classic photopic is the one of Sagrada Familia framed by one of the arches). Even famous film directors like Michelangelo Antonioni found the place irresistible enough to use it as a backdrop for a movie. Check out this scene of his 1975 film “The Passenger” with Jack Nicholson and Maria Schneider wandering around Gaudí’s rooftop in a very grimy Casa Milà (things are quite different now).

The only disadvantage of La Pedrera’s roof terrace compared to Casa Batlló’s is that it will be closed when it rains. So check the weather forecast beforehand so you don’t leave Barcelona without experiencing it.

OUR TIP: On Summer nights both La Pedrera and Casa Batlló offer night shows on their roof terraces. Both are great and I can’t think of a better way to enjoy the atmosphere of these special places accompanied by great music and surrounded by Gaudí’s endless imagination.

Roof terrace at La Pedrera — The world-famous roof terrace at La Pedrera

The price

There is no way out here: both houses are quite expensive (especially Casa Batlló with the new interactive experiences), although there are some discounts for seniors and students. Families, don’t despair. Casa Batllo allows children under 12 in for free and are all given interactive mini-tablets to keep them occupied. La Pedrera, unfortunately, gives discounts but charges for 7-year-olds and up. The good news is that the price always includes the audio-guide which, especially in the case of Casa Batlló, is quite helpful.

Bear in mind that there is a surcharge of €4 to €12 in Casa Batlló and €2 in La Pedrera if you decide to buy your ticket at the entrance. This is one of the reasons why it is advisable to pre-book online. The main one is that you will skip the lines at both attractions (only with the Gold Ticket at Casa Batlló).

Ceiling at Casa Batlló — Beautiful ceiling at Casa Batlló. Photo by Shaun Dunmall

One word of warning: nowadays, there are many websites selling tickets to the Gaudí attractions. Most of them will charge an extra booking fee so you will end up paying more than you should. Even worse, there are even some scamming sites selling fake tickets that, of course, won’t be valid. If you want to pay the official price, always book through an official site. These are the official sites where you can purchase tickets to both buildings with no surprises:

Book tickets to Casa Milà / La Pedrera

Book tickets to Casa Batlló

WHAT TYPE OF TICKET TO BUY FOR CASA BATLLÓ AND LA PEDRERA

Both houses have a large choice of tickets. They vary in price depending on what experience you choose. It can be very confusing when you land on the ticket page. Some entrances include more spaces in the house, some virtual experiences, night experiences and early morning experiences. Let’s break it simply down for you.

The Basic must-see tickets!

Let’s start with the basic visit without frills or expensive hikes in price (the areas explained above in the blog). These are the classic visits offered before the houses decided on creative ways to make more of a profit on their tickets.

La Pedrera Essential

This informative audio-guided tour includes all the important and impressive locations of the building: courtyards, tenant’s apartment, whale attic and warrior roof terrace. In all honesty, there is a wealth of things to see in this visit.

Price: €28 (discounts available for seniors, children, students, etc).

Casa Batlló General visit: BLUE TICKET

This audio-guided tour includes all the main areas of the building: entrance, apartment, interior & exterior patios, attic and roof terrace. A new addition is to go down a back stairway decorated by the architect Kengo Kuma. An installation of tactile aluminian chains surrounds you until you reach the 360-degree experience Gaudi cube located in the basement.

Price: €25 to €35 (discounts available for seniors, children, students, etc. Free for children under 12).

The price difference is because the booking system shows different entrance fees depending on the time of the year and demand.

Upgrade on basic must-see tickets

La Pedrera Full experience

This includes the above basic visit plus the virtual visit to the mezzanine on a lower floor. Prepare to put on a bulky pair of mixed-reality glasses that show holograms giving you an immersive experience. Great for families with kids and teenagers, but not recommended for children under 10 as the headpiece is too big for the little heads.

Price: €38 (discounts available for seniors, children, students, etc).

Casa Batlló General ticket: SILVER and GOLD options

Once you click to confirm your general ticket, you can choose between Blue (basic ticket), Silver or Gold.

The SILVER TICKET gives you everything in the basic ticket and more. It includes an interactive mini-tablet that you twirl around showing period photos of the decoration in each room. At other locations, little animations pop up. Access is given also to see the dome, an immersive area giving you insight into Gaudí’s inspirations from nature. It’s very gimmicky but in all fairness, kids and teenagers love it.

Price: €5 extra on top of the Basic Ticket

The GOLD TICKET gives you everything that is included in the silver and more. Skip the line, free cancellation, flexibility when to visit… Also, you get access to a first-floor dwelling (Batlló’s private residence) that is furnished with Art Nouveau pieces. It is a small space but jaw-dropping beautiful and a far cry from the modern tech going on in other parts of the building.

Price: €10 extra on top of the Basic Ticket

Night visits

Both Houses offer special nighttime visits which are more expensive but offer a very different experience!

La Pedrera Night Experience

This is a more personal experience as they limit the number of people per group, led by a helpful guide answering queries. You will see the wonderfully lit courtyards without the crowds, and the eerily quiet attic. The roof terrace takes on a magical dimension by moonlight. You will be treated to a light-projected show and round off with a glass of cava. Unfortunately, a visit to the apartment is not included, but I felt this did not take away from what is ideally a night show.

Price: €39 (discounts available for seniors, children, students, etc).

Casa Batlló: A Winter Night (only until February 18th)

This is showbiz at its best. The apartment is lit up in the most magical fantasy-like colours. There is no private tour leader here but the audio guide is different from the daytime one. The narrator guides you from one room to the next, recounting his childhood memories. You see different parts of the house depending on your Blue, Silver or Gold ticket. Unfortunately, no glass of cava unless you pay the inflated prices for one at their bar on the roof!

Price: €39 to €49 (discounts available for seniors, children, students, etc).

Early Morning visits

La Pedrera sunrise

Price: €39 (discounts available for seniors, children, students, etc).

Casa Batlló: Be the first

Price: €45 (discounts available for seniors, children, students, etc).

Both houses have the option of touring the house before the official opening time. The idea is that visitors can beat the crowds and have the house to themselves, but in all honesty, this is not the case during high season and it is not that busy in low season.

My advice is to book a basic ticket about an hour and a half before closing time. At that stage of the day, the masses have melted away. It is less hectic and saves you the extra hefty fee that both houses charge.

The queues and crowds

Casa Batlló is a smaller building and in the high season feels very squashed. Sometimes it is hard to appreciate the interior as there are way too many people inside. A few times on my Gaudí private tours we got caught in a human traffic jam through the narrow attic that leads to the roof terrace.

The queues are always long to get into this house also, maybe because it is more popular or because it moves slower. I always advise clients to go early in the evening when most people have finished sightseeing and are heading off for dinner.

Living room on the main apartment at Casa Batlló — The living room in the main apartment at Casa Batlló. Photo by Michele Ursino

Casa Milà is a larger space and more able to cater to a larger number of people. Even in the high season, the queues are manageable. However, because of this, tour groups are regularly brought here and it is not unusual to see a tour bus or two parked around the corner. The group entrance is a separate one from the individual travellers so it will not affect the line to get in.

Organised groups whisk through the building as they are on a schedule so hold back, they will move on quickly. Just don’t get caught in the living quarters on show with a large tour as this is the smallest space on show and can feel cramped if crowded.

Casa Milà or Casa Batlló? My personal choice

Casa Milà

My personal favourite is Casa Milà. As a tour guide bringing people around, there is so much more to dig your teeth into. The building is a leap forward in construction methods. Maybe its modern front is not to everyone’s taste but it is uniquely original for its time. The roof terrace is a winner in everyone’s book while the attic is amazing and has a more complete exhibition space. The apartment on view has a unique layout being cleverly designed by Gaudí and all rooms are present and furnished. If you are in any way interested in architecture, this is the one to pick.

Casa Batlló

However, one can not dismiss Casa Batlló, even though it was only been remodelled by Gaudí. It is a masterpiece of craftwork and, if not a bit over the top, fuels the imagination. Many clients I have had on my tours, preferred Casa Batlló for this reason, especially families with kids. The mini-tablet guide keeps the children well-occupied and fires up their interest.

In Casa Batlló there is a new 360-Degree Experience that started in May 2021. Bear in mind that this is not designed by Gaudí. It consists of a series of eye-catching art installations placed outside the rooms mentioned above. At the moment this is the only option available if you want to see the house. This has pushed up the price of the visit by a whopping 40%! We will keep you informed here if options without this new feature are available again at some point.

My advice is to study this post, look at the photos of both houses, think about what you want from the visit and decide from there.

Casa Milà a.k.a. La Pedrera practical information

Prices for the basic must-see ticket (La Pedrera Essential):

Adult: €28
Children (7 to 17): €12.50
Children (0 to 6): Free
Senior (65+), student & disabled: €19
Catalonia resident: €12.50
Catalonia resident children (7 to 17): €6

These are the prices for bookings online. There is a €2 surcharge if bought at the ticket office.

Other options to visit the building are available at different prices.

Only use an official site to book skip-the-line Casa Milà/La Pedrera tickets at the official prices
BOOK CASA MILÀ TICKETS

Casa Batlló practical information

Prices online for the General visit (BLUE TICKET)

Adult: €25 to €35
Senior (65+): €26 to €32
Student: €23 to €29
Disabled: €23 to €29
Children (13 to 17): €23 to €29
Children (0 to 12): Free
Spanish resident: €14.50 to €35

These are the prices for bookings online. There is a €4 to €12 surcharge if bought at the ticket office.

Other options to visit the building are available at different prices.

Only use an official site to book skip-the-line Casa Batlló tickets at the official prices
BOOK CASA BATLLÓ TICKETS

If you are looking for other activities here, don’t forget to check the very complete guide for What to do in Barcelona. You definitely won’t be short of things to do!

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Main photograph: Casa Milà/La Pedrera by Antonio Tajuelo and Casa Batlló by Casal Partiu

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05:51 04 Sep 24

Fantastic tour! Our guide Julie was extremely knowledgeable and an excellent story teller as she led us along the Gothic Quarter. Highly recommend!

Vivienne Forbes

20:02 03 Sep 24

Julie was fantastic the tour went for over 2 5 hours. She was fun, engaging and full of knowledge. Thank you for this service, it was an awesome way to see the area

Mercedes Zettlemoyer

13:43 02 Sep 24

We did the Gothic Quarter Walking Tour on our first day in Barcelona. It was a great introduction to the city! Our tour guide Noah was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot about the history and culture of region.

Steven Lorik

12:20 02 Sep 24

Noah was a great guide and shared the history of Barcelona with the group. The tour lasted 2.5 hours and was done at a very leisurely pace to allow all ages to participate.

Tony Dyckman

20:01 01 Sep 24

Bradley Bodiford

17:35 01 Sep 24

Awesome tour with Jarrod!

Roy Weeks

12:57 31 Aug 24

Katherine was an A+ guide. Runner Beans tours exceeded all our expectations

Danielle Emmet

08:44 31 Aug 24

Jarrod is a fantastic guide! We did the Gaudi tour one day and the Gothic tour the next. He's knowledgable and guides the flow of the group through time and space skillfully! We learned so much and can't wait to keep... layering the learning as we explore through our trip!read more

Diane Athaide

17:08 30 Aug 24

Amazing tour of the Gothic neighborhood with Jarrod!

allyn lyons

19:57 29 Aug 24

Jarrod was easily the best tour guide I've had on my whole trip!

Rory O'Flynn

19:31 29 Aug 24

10/10 experience. Highly recommend. Our tour guide Jarrod was outstanding and has a real passion for the history of Barcelona. The tour itself was nicely paced and kept everyone engaged.

Wayne Baldwin

17:02 29 Aug 24

Jarrod was wonderful. Highly recommended!

Theresa Zip

17:10 28 Aug 24

Julie was fantastic- we did our tour yesterday evening (to help us jet-lagged travellers stay awake) and we’ve been finding examples of her info all day! Very informative while entertaining- highly recommended!

Yuliia Plieshakova

11:24 27 Aug 24

I had an amazing tour of Gaudí’s architecture in Barcelona with Jarrod as my guide. He truly brought Gaudí’s genius to life with his insights and passion. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to explore the... magic of Barcelona!read more

Vivi Kim

11:22 27 Aug 24

Jarrod was our travel guide. He is so friendly and nice

Tavia Zepeda

11:21 27 Aug 24

Jarrod was great!

Sarah Eckstat

11:40 25 Aug 24

Jarrod was phenomenal. And so incredibly knowledgeable about even the most obscure details we asked about on the tour. As a former tour guide I can’t recommend Runner Bean Tours and Jarrod enough.

Christine Benner

16:18 22 Aug 24

Melissa Horning

11:54 22 Aug 24

This tour was wonderfully informative and entertaining. A great way to spend a few hours learning of Gaudi's life and work. Highly recommend if you are visiting Barcelona.

Orion Jennings

11:52 22 Aug 24

Lisa was very lovely and informative the whole time ! Great energy

Malu Sampaio

20:05 21 Aug 24

This tour was something else! It was only 4 of us, so it felt like a private tour (lucky me), my guide was Lisa e she is a star! Lisa is really really knowledgeable and she not only explains things about Gaudi’s... buildings, but also Gaudi’s like, what really helps us make sense of everything in a deeper way. She was also always trying to keep us in comfortable spots, always in the shade, away from the cars, super thoughtful. I highly recommend it! Lisa inspired me to learn more about Gaudi and Spain and what are trips about if not to expand your knowledge on the world?!read more

Kevin Mannoia

06:22 21 Aug 24

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Noah. And we appreciated his understanding of historical events that put everything we saw in perspective. He was highly relational and acknowledged the diversity of mindset in the... group. We only wish we would’ve taken this tour on the first day. It would have helped us understand the other things we visited. Highly recommend!read more

franz g j dr schmitt

21:28 19 Aug 24

Excellent gothic tour.We really enjoyed the two and a half hour walk; and at the same time learned a lot, as Noah, our tour guide, is very knowledgeable, and helped us understand the history of this beautiful city and... all of Spain.Noah is not only a very nice person, he is in this kind of business a true professional.Thank you,franz and consuelo.read more

Jenny Shelton

17:29 19 Aug 24

Had a wonderful tour with Noah today. Great locations to visit, walking through the back streets adds to it and Noah's history knowledge and delivery was perfect. Highly recommend

Chris alaniz

11:57 19 Aug 24

Lisa was amazing, highly recommended if you’re in Barcelona and want a fantastic and informational walking tour. Make sure to bring cash to tip at the end.

Lindsay Alexander

16:30 17 Aug 24

We loved Tati! We signed up for the free Gaudí tour, and she devoted more than 2 hours to showing us three sites including La Sagrada Família. This included two subway rides which was also fun to travel with a local.... She is a ray of sunshine and an amazing storyteller. It was a great experience way to sightsee in Barcelona and we’d sign up again with Runner Beans without hesitation!read more

Vanessa Lanuza

16:52 14 Aug 24

Jarrod was a wonderful tour guide. He was a great storyteller and had a rich knowledge of the area. Highly recommend if you’re interested in the city’s history

Massimo Nurisso

18:44 13 Aug 24

Very interesting and well organized guided tour. The Gothic Quarter is rich in history and hidden secrets. I was afraid that 2.5 hours might be too much but instead a little more time to see certain things more calmly... and take photos would have been appreciated!Noah great guide! See you in Italy 😄🇮🇹🇮🇹read more

Zachery Coffey

17:02 13 Aug 24

A great way to explore Barcelona, Jarrod was great!

Emma Moulds

19:28 12 Aug 24

We had a great experience. Our tour guide Noah provided great understanding on Catalonian history and was very engaging, would definitely recommend this experience.

elite88ventures

11:40 10 Aug 24

Jarrod was excellent and very informative! Took good care of us the whole way and really knows his history!

Francesca Vendargon

13:56 09 Aug 24

Jarrod was very impressive and clear. We did the Gaudi Tour. He showed responsibility for our group as we went from place to place. This free tour was much recommended and we too recommended it. So glad we took it.... Concise and precise!! And short and sweet on a hot summer dayread more

Chad Couper

16:59 08 Aug 24

Really great tour and Jarrod has great energy and a good pace that keeps it interesting. He provides great local tips too.

Duda Faria

16:58 08 Aug 24

Super great! I live in Barcelona and loved how Jarred show us the city :)

Alex B

14:51 06 Aug 24

Noah gave a fantastic tour. He was funny, entertaining, and very knowledgeable!

Michelle Hudson

22:57 05 Aug 24

We had Noah as our tour guide who was engaging and friendly. The 2.5 hour tour was so interesting, the time flew in. He even took us to a fab local coffee shop for a Pitstop! We all learnt so much and he was great at... keeping the kids interested throughout. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Barcelona.read more

Paul Xing

00:04 05 Aug 24

Lisa, our tour guide is bursting with enthusiasm and her love for Spain's history is contagious. She's professional, fun and a treasure trove of knowledge. Way beyond expectations and highly recommended!

Tien

12:05 04 Aug 24

Our guide Julie was excellent, engaging, very informative. The tour was well worth it and took us to spots we would not have seen otherwise.

Keri Hamberg

17:16 30 Jul 24

Thank you so much for our tour yesterday! Both of my daughters (ages 10 and 8) remarked today that "it was the best tour [they] have ever been on," and thought Lisa was really nice. I loved how fun and interesting it... was.read more

alex Simmer

14:48 30 Jul 24

Really interesting tour, would highly recommend it!

Laura McMahon

09:01 29 Jul 24

I really enjoyed this tour! Noah was an amazing tour guide with so much knowledge. A really great way to learn about Barcelona. Would highly recommend - a great way to spend a morning or afternoon!

Emily Cauduro

01:04 29 Jul 24

Lisa was an amazing guide! It is clear how much she loves Barcelona and the Catalonian culture. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the local history and took a lot of time to any the questions from everyone in the... group. She also gave us so many awesome restaurant recommendations! Would highly recommend doing this tour early into your trip so you can get a good lay of the land.read more

veronique corrdin

05:57 28 Jul 24

This was easily one of the best tours we have ever taken. Julie, our guide, was informative, funny and deeply knowledgeable Highly recommend!

Homes by Zury

19:29 27 Jul 24

emily hart

20:11 24 Jul 24

It was a great tour. The information that Jarrod provide was very thorough and very informative.

Liliana E

11:40 24 Jul 24

We did the Gaudi tour with Jarrod and cannot speak more highly of our experience! Jarrod was knowledgeable and charismatic. The anecdotes and facts he shared really elevated our appreciation of such amazing... architecture. Would recommend for anyone wanting to learn more.read more

Patrick Bourke

11:38 24 Jul 24

Jarryd was a great and very knowledgeable guide for our Gaudie tour. Would highly recommend!

M M

19:21 22 Jul 24

A wonderful tour! Noah was very kind and the tour was so insightful. Would highly recommend!

Matt Vojvoda

09:00 22 Jul 24

Our walking tour was wonderful! Great way to experience Barcelona for the first time.

Emilia

20:27 21 Jul 24

We had a brilliant tour from Lisa today, who is a passionate and inspiring woman. She brought an excellent vibe and made everyone feel included. My friend and I learnt loads of amazing facts and history. It felt like we... were seeing the gothic quarter with fresh eyes despite having stayed here the past week. 10/10read more

Maureen Lewis

22:36 20 Jul 24

We had an excellent Gaudi tour with Albert. He was superb. So knowledgeable and considerate and presented all the info in an interesting and engaging manner. Very highly recommended.

Lesley Swift

11:14 20 Jul 24

Rom gave us a wonderful walking tour of the gothic quarter. We learned so much! He was very kind and easy to talk to. Highly recommended!

Kimberly Ott

22:41 19 Jul 24

Absolutely best decision we made was taking this tour of the Gothic Quarter with Runner Bean Tours.Our guide Tati was so well informed, she knew her stuff. She has great charisma, kept all 13 folks engaged and... interested for 2.5 hours. I was worried that might be a long time but it flew by.Can't reccomend enough!Thanks so much,Kim & Johnny from Californiaread more

Megan Harrngton

21:44 19 Jul 24

Best Walking tour in Barcelona!I went on the Gothic tour on the 19th of July with Jarrod. Before this tour I was unaware of Barcelona's intrinsic history behind its beautiful culture and interesting archetecture. Over... the 2 hour tour (Jarrod made sure there was a break in the middle for ice cream) we learnt about this brilliant city and unlike other tours didnt feel tired bit instead invigerated. I could have gone on a 7 hour tour with This company!Strongly recommed for anyone wanting to learn about Barcelona- best part of my trip. MAKE SURE TO TIP well!!!read more

May Dagsi

21:23 19 Jul 24

Owen Shultz

16:59 19 Jul 24

Jarrod was an awesome guide!!! Super friendly, enthusiastic, and very knowledgeable about the area. Had a lot of fun!

JOHN GIANNOPOULOS

16:59 19 Jul 24

The Australian guy highly recommended 🙏

Tiffany Lawrence

18:36 16 Jul 24

Noah gave us a great tour of Barcelona today! I wish we had done it the first day we were here. As a bonus he gave a great list of recommendations at the end—and we had delicious tapas right after the tour! Informative... and engaging, even for our 13 year old son. Highly recommend.read more

Alright Geeza

11:40 16 Jul 24

Jarrod did a fantastic job of providing an entertaining tour. He kept our 10 and 12yo's engaged and had a lot of knowledge to share.

Leo Matthews

11:43 15 Jul 24

Jarred was an amazing tour guide and truly made it a magical experience and deserves all the praise I the world for his excellent knowledge and recommendations. Absolutely amazing

louiss_Matt

11:42 15 Jul 24

Julie Colanero

09:06 14 Jul 24

We had a wonderful tour of the Gothic Quarter with Rom. Gracias!

Rhonda Daly

13:04 13 Jul 24

Fabulous tour of the Gothic Quarter with Noah as our guide! He was so knowledgeable, and entertaining, and the 2.5 hours just flew by. Loved it. Highly recommend!!

Nancy Illick

18:06 12 Jul 24

We really enjoyed our tour with Julie. It's really THE best way to discover the Gothic Quarter thanks to this guide who knew all kinds of legends and interesting stories about the neighborhood. Mom 15 year old boy also... really liked it.read more

Janine B

16:24 12 Jul 24

I had the pleasure of spending my first day in Barcelona with Jerrod, who was very knowledgeable and friendly. Not only did he take use through Gaudie’s incredible works but recommended some wonderful restaurants and... activities. Thank for a wonderful experience ☺️read more

Jim Dickman

18:46 11 Jul 24

We had a great tour with Jarrod!! He showed us “off the beaten path” parts of the city as well as providing a great history of the city and region. He was very kind, knowledgeable and his passion for the city made it a... great experience.read more

Deedra Deterville

16:36 11 Jul 24

Jarrod was great! Very accommodating and friendly! Informative tour :)

Funmi Haastrup

22:15 10 Jul 24

The Gaudi tour with Jarrod was great! He was very knowledge about Gaudi and his buildings. And the pace of the tour was just right. He also gave us insider tips about Barcelona that were very helpful. Very high quality... tour and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Barcelona.read more

Vivian Robinson

20:21 10 Jul 24

The tour was a wonderful way to start our stay in Barcelona. We learned a lot about the Gothic district and the history of Barcelona! Our tour guide, Julie was informative, kind, and fun!

Leslie Tucker

21:43 09 Jul 24

Noah was a great guide and gave an interesting tour in English.

Lisa Maconni

12:38 09 Jul 24

We had amazing tour with a lot of interesting stories about Gaudi. Highly Recommend.

Stephen Aulsebrook

18:54 08 Jul 24

Excellent tours of key Gaudi locations and then following day in Gothic Quarter. Intelligence, great grasp of history and inspiration by guides brought whole city of Barcelona to life. Highly recommended.

Andrea Yz

20:53 07 Jul 24

What a fantastic tour! Our family of four (2 adults and kids 17 and 12) had a wonderful morning. Our guide, Ram, was informative, funny and considerate. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in the history... and culture of Barcelona.read more

Aida

20:08 07 Jul 24

Julie was the best walking tour guide I've ever had, and I've had a walking tour in over 25 countries. She was calm, informative, pleasant, inclusive, accommodative, professional and a wonderful speaker with great... recommendations. She was not overbearing and was not trying "too hard"--she has a natural gift for this! Wonderful tour.read more

Surya Narayanan

19:22 06 Jul 24

I spent my last day in Barcelona by doing the gothic quarter walking tour with this company and especially with Julie as our guide. Julie was simply wonderful and one of the best guides I have had in my walking tours... across Europe. Her style was unique. she involved the group, had anecdotes to share, and a way to make the group live through the period. She was also extremely patient and stayed back for a few mins to address any questions. She seemed very passionate about her work and it showed up when she was explaining things. I would definitely recommend Julie and the Runner Bean Tours as well for their unique style of training their employees to make our experiences memorable. I wish I took the other tours too, with this company.read more

Austin White

19:11 06 Jul 24

Julie was an amazing guide, super knowledgeable, fun and clearly an experienced tour guide! Highly recommend even if you're jet lagged she'll keep your attention!

Susan Soffer

15:48 06 Jul 24

Chandra Carlson

19:10 05 Jul 24

The Gothic Quarter Tour with Lisa was wonderful. I learned a lot about the history of the area and it has sparked my interest to learn more! The pace of the tour was perfect and the 2.5 hours passed in a flash. I... highly recommend.read more

Jon Block

12:15 05 Jul 24

Jarrod gave a great tour of the Gothic Quarter. You could tell he was a local.

Graham Odds

11:30 05 Jul 24

Jarrod was a great guide, full of fantastic information and local tips.

Sebastian Toncu

11:28 05 Jul 24

Erin Fitzner

10:19 05 Jul 24

My family and I thoroghly enjoyed our Gaudi tour with Julie. She had everyone introduce themselves, which made it easier to strike up conversations during the tour. She is very knowledgeable about the history of... Barcelona, it's expansion, Gaudi and the changing political and economic views during his time. She explained how Gaudi got his start, has pictures of the interior of the buildings you see, explains the outside facades, etc. She was patient, answered all our questions and can speak French, German, Spanish and English. Truly a delightful tim. We highly recommend this tour. Thank you Julie and the Runner Beans Tour group! 🙂read more

Chase LaPlante

14:55 04 Jul 24

Lisa was so friendly and knowledgeable, we had a lovely time on the Gothic/Old Town tour and got some great recommendations for how to spend the rest of our trip. 10/10 recommend to anyone.

Christian S

13:45 04 Jul 24

Best Tour Guide ever. Julie on the Gaudí Free Tour.

Fredrick Davidson

05:57 04 Jul 24

We booked the Gaudi tour. Going with Runner Bean was a great decision. Mari was our guide and we thought she was excellent. Our only mistake was not also booking a tour of the Gothic area! We highly recommend Runner... Bean.read more

RCoreGames

19:31 03 Jul 24

Very relaxed and yet very informative. We’ve gained deeper appreciation for Gaudi’s life and works. Jarrod is such a gem.

Callie Bottero

15:15 03 Jul 24

Ram was a fantastic tour guide with an expansive knowledge and a great sense of humor. We really enjoyed this. Thank you!

Matthew Hassan

15:04 03 Jul 24

We managed to get Jarred for both tours and found him to be a very knowledgeable and experience travel guide. His passion for Barcelona history shone, even though he’s an Aussie and we really appreciated his experience... and understanding of the culture.read more

Janet Saunders

12:56 03 Jul 24

An excellent tour given by Noah. Intersting, informative and amusing! I enjoyed every minute of it, and can thoroughly recommend Runner Bean.

Dan Hassan

12:58 02 Jul 24

Great tour, very knowledgeable guide (Jordan), and a beautiful city - what more could you want

Laura Jack

11:51 27 Jun 24

Absolutely incredible experience exploring the works of Gaudí! Highly recommend. Our tour guide Ram was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable.

Mandy Lindberg

16:07 26 Jun 24

Runner Bean is a fabulous tour company! Booking was efficient and smooth. Gorka was very communicative through the process. We did a private tour with Dani of the Gothic quarter and Sagrada Familia. It felt like... spending the day with a local and he tailored the tour to us. Dani was very personable and full of knowledge. We highly recommend a private tour with Runner Bean and will use them again on our next visit to beautiful Barcelona!read more

Daniel Frey

07:45 26 Jun 24

As first time visitors of Barcelona, I was recommended this tour by family who are very familiar with Spain. My partner and I booked the Gaudi tour which was a fantastic experience. Our guide Lisa was amazing, very... knowledgeable, friendly, and inclusive. Lisa had a great way of explaing the significance (history, politics, economics) of these sites and was amazing at creating positive energy and encouraging questions, sharing insights and interpretations amongst the group. The whole experience felt very genuine. If we had time, I wouldn't hesistate at the opportunity to book another runner bean tour anywhere in the world. Fantastic experience all around. Thank you Lisa!read more

Patricia Carvajal

16:14 25 Jun 24

This is a must. We were very pleased by the quality of the information and fun tour guide.

Chris Casto

14:26 25 Jun 24

Our group of five had a phenomenal two days of tours with Diana. She was personable, knowledgeable and extremely friendly. She made all of Barcelona very relatable and told us personal anecdotes that made it even more... authentic. We loved her stories and she even made lists of other places for us to visit outside of the tours during our remaining time in Barcelona. She made great food recommendations too! We had a blast and would recommend the tours with her to anyone.!read more

Lauren Zyber

13:17 24 Jun 24

The Gothic Walking Tour with Jarrod was great! He was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable, engaging and gave great recommendations. He was super accommodating and mindful of someone on our tour in a wheelchair, too.... We thoroughly enjoyed the tour with him!read more

Debbie Donatelli

20:44 23 Jun 24

Julie did a fantastic job on the Guadi Tour. She was very knowledgable and took care of us by diverting a pick pocket on the metro. She took care of her pack. Thank you.

Lauren Winters

17:55 23 Jun 24

We had a great time on our Gaudi Architecture Tour! The guide was informative, flexible, and made the information funny and accessible.

Peter Wong

11:41 23 Jun 24

Jarrod was our wonderful and informative guide. Highly recommended.

Abby Roedel

11:40 23 Jun 24

Jarrod was lovely. Great tour.

Lucy Ferradas

17:15 22 Jun 24

What an amazing tour !! The kids tour is a must have if you have children. They had so much fun and made roaming the gothic quarter very enjoyable for them.It was also great for the adults. We learned so much and got... a lot of advice and our guide Katherine was so helpful in answering our questions.We will definitely be doing the other tours they offer when we come back !!Thank you! This was a highlight of our trip ☺️read more

Jan Drozdecki

16:44 22 Jun 24

Ram is amazing

Mary Ann McCulloch

11:34 22 Jun 24

Jarrod was very knowledgeable and helpful! Loved the tour!

Emily Chien

13:42 21 Jun 24

Wonderful tour from Albert! He was full of knowledge and very kind to us tourists.

Rumman Hossain

23:56 20 Jun 24

Great tour group that went above and beyond. I was in Barcelona for a two days and wanted to explore the Gothic Quarter w/o getting lost. Jarrod led our group and he gave a very informative and entertaining tour. I... would recommend this group to anyone visiting BCN!read more

Christine Kessel

11:41 18 Jun 24

Jarrod was AMAZING! Very thorough and entertaining tour. I highly recommend!

Scarlett Frances

11:40 18 Jun 24

Jarrod was an amazing tour guide very thorough and entertaining I would highly recommend taking Jarrod’s tour is very entertaining and would definitely do it again coming back to Barcelona

Alexander Forghani

17:01 17 Jun 24

Took a tour with Jarrod through the Gothic Quarter, it was wonderful and highly informative. Jarrod is a kind and generous guide and infuses a lot of the dense, sometimes dark subject matter of the history of the Gothic... quarter with a great sense of humor. Perfect for families, couples traveling, anyone traveling to Barcelona or just looking to learn more about it’s history.read more

Finn Sisson

17:00 17 Jun 24

I did 2 tours with Jarrod today and found them incredibly engaging and interactive. Jarrod was so knowledgeable, enthusiastic and caring for everyone on the tour. Highly recommend

poppingfan

16:58 17 Jun 24

Good and easy, cost efficient. Thanks for Jarred

Alex Han

11:24 17 Jun 24

Jarrod was excellent! Great tour and story telling!

Juhi Parikh

11:23 17 Jun 24

We had a wonderful tour with Jarrod! Perfectly paced and lots of gaudi history. Would definitely recommend!!

Kevin Davies - Voiceover Talent

15:08 16 Jun 24

I really recommend booking a tour with Runner Bean! Our guide was Noah, and he was fantastic. Personable, funny, and very knowledgeable. Oh, and he likes to quiz the group as you go along!One of the main reasons I... liked this tour is that it was the only one I could find before 6pm! Our tour lasted from 11am to almost 2pm... and our group was 19 people so it's not too big. There is a short break in the middle of the tour to grab some refreshments, or a coffee or a snack or sandwich.Be sure to ask Noah about his recommendations on places to eat and things to see. I can't remember the name of the restaurant he told us to check out but it was fantastic after the tour.10/10 would book again.read more

Vicky Vasserman

21:15 15 Jun 24

Wow, what an incredible tour! Lisa filled our minds not just with historical facts but with fantastic imagery of legends, making this tour so much more enjoyable and memorable! Highly recommended!

Lana Mihelčič

14:38 15 Jun 24

Great guide, very knowledgeable, very clear explanations. And a very interesting tour, have learnt quite a bit!

Asanti Kumssa

17:04 14 Jun 24

Jarrod was amazing. He took us to over 2 hours of tour of the gothic street and it was perfect! He had fun stories, gave us a break in the middle and even gave recommendations for food and drinks afterwards. Highly... recommend runner beans tour.read more

Darshana S

17:03 14 Jun 24

We had tour with Jerrod, excellent tour guide…keep up the good work 😊

Suchitra Mishra

17:02 14 Jun 24

Sid A

20:32 12 Jun 24

Great tour. Very informative

Ethan Franklin

19:44 12 Jun 24

Highly recommend! Jarrod, our tour guide, was excellent. We have done several dozen tours across Europe (pay what you like, paid group and private) and this was one of the best. Jarrod was very engaging with the entire... group including several children. He told many interesting stories covering the history of Barcelona showing us the historic buildings.read more

Susanne Muhly

17:00 12 Jun 24

Jarrod gave us a fun and very informative tour of the Gothic Quarter and The Born! Highly recommend!

Marty McFly

16:59 12 Jun 24

T M

13:30 12 Jun 24

Runner bean does not disappoint. Jarrod, our guide was great. The tour covered so much and the metro is easy to access. Sagrada familia is breathtaking.

Richard Ramshaw

21:49 11 Jun 24

Great tour of the gothic quarter in Barcelona, very informative with a lot of history. Our guide was well informed and had great knowledge of the city. Shame about the rain, but that's life I guess 😄

Malene Aagaard

17:24 11 Jun 24

Super interesting trip and a fantastic guide who shared his great knowledge about big and small. Can be highly recommended.

Vadym Pasichnyk

11:43 11 Jun 24

Thank you for the tour Jarrod!

Leo Elieson

15:32 10 Jun 24

Tour guide Noah in Barcelona was amazing! He was extremely knowledgeable and funny!

Shay Meiri

07:05 10 Jun 24

We went to 2 tours with Ram,He's very knowledgeable, funny, responsible and helpful.He made sure we have the best tour possible, and gave a lot of tips for our time in Barcelona,Very recommended!

Helen C

15:22 09 Jun 24

We really enjoyed the tour. It was a good mix of history and sightseeing and 2,5 hours is a good length of time. Definitely recommend it!

Andrew Pham

15:03 09 Jun 24

Ram was an amazing tour guide for Barcelona! He had a really fun sense of humor and had a deep knowledge of the city. The tour was super informative and well paced, and we got a great overview of the gothic quarter in... just over 2 hoursread more

Lucy D

16:56 08 Jun 24

Fantastic tour with Jarrad. Hugely insightful, lots of personality and insights!

Erik Wagler

11:49 06 Jun 24

Thank you Jarrod! Great gaudi tour 😎

Wayne Merkel

16:41 04 Jun 24

The Gothic Quarter Free Walking Tour is an excellent tour of the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. Our guide, Julie was so knowledgeable, pleasant & well spoken. She was also very concerned about all the people on the tour,... that they could hear her & that everyone was able to follow her. She made the tour a very enjoyable experience!!read more

Kyra Longchamps

08:28 04 Jun 24

Noah gave me the best tour I’ve had so far. His presentation style and entertaining energy really made a difference. He made it dynamic and interactive, perfect for families or if you find history boring. I booked the... night one with him too. Great way to discover the city from a local point of view. Thanks Noah 🙏🏽read more

Chiara

19:31 03 Jun 24

Ram was an incredible guide, really friendly and informative, super interesting. Would recommend the Gaudi tour to anyone!

Cheri Hansen

18:58 03 Jun 24

Enjoyed a Runner Bean Gothic Quarter tour today. Julia was our guide, and I had a wonderful time and learned a lot. We saw Roman columns, heard stories of Medieval saints, kings, dragon slayers, and Catalan history. I... saw so many interesting parts of this city that I would have never seen on my own. We had a small group and Julia was careful to be sure we could all see the sites and hear her narration. It was a 10 out of 10 experience!read more

Lucas Alba

11:22 03 Jun 24

Incredible, Ram is so amazing !Thanks again so much !!

Vince C

20:39 02 Jun 24

Took the Gaudi Tour with Ram and Gothic Tour with Noah. Both were excellent. Really good information and the pace of the tour was exactly right. Both have great communication skills and made the tours funny, insightful... and very enjoyable.read more

Eileen Thornton

21:10 01 Jun 24

Noah was so knowledgeable and entertaining … love the history and the beauty 💕

karen deutsch

11:21 01 Jun 24

Albert was our guide! He was very knowledgeable, kept the tour moving and gave great information re: everything that we saw. Highly recommend!

Petra “Burizon”

11:16 01 Jun 24

Dénes Tóth

14:14 31 May 24

We went on the Gothic Quarter tour - our guide Ram was great and the tour was very interesting!

Paul Secker

14:02 30 May 24

We were recommended Runner Bean tours from friends and were not disappointed in the slightest. Julie was a brilliant and very knowledgable tour guide and despite a rain shower, we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. It... is however essential to prebook as people were turned away from our tour, having reached the maximum 20, and having only a short time in Barcelona, we would not have wanted to be disappointed. 10 out of 10 for the whole experience, from booking, meeting up and tour.read more

Rachael Karpman

04:15 30 May 24

Jarrod was a brilliant guide, with great pacing and balancing humour with history. It was a beautiful way to get to know the Catalonian and Jewish history.

Linda Binder

20:06 29 May 24

Jared was factual, fun, and knowledgeable. An awesome guide. Great tour!!

Cindy Busch

18:03 29 May 24

This was my third visit to Barcelona but absolutely the best one due to the outstanding tour provided by Dani as guide and Alex as driver. Dani knew every detail about the city and was able to answer any obscure... question asked. Alex whisked us around the city without any problems at all. Thank you for providing the 6 of us a wonderful experience!read more

Kit Smith

12:11 29 May 24

Jarrod, our Australian tour guide was kind, considerate and knowledgeable!!! Our tour was exceptional!! Would HIGHLY recommend a tour with Jarrod when you’re in Barcelona!!!

Eneida Hernandez

11:45 29 May 24

Jared did a great job explaining everything. Recommend this tour !

Kelly Chang

23:43 28 May 24

Lisa was fantastic! She enthusiastically shared stories that helped make Gaudi and his clients come to life, while also managing our group, the crowd, and the metro with professionalism and care. She was able to... answer all of our questions and truly made our introduction to Barcelona fantastic.read more

Kelly Fry

20:35 28 May 24

We had Noah as our tour guide for the Gothic Quarter tour in Barcelona today and he was incredible! Super knowledgable about everything and had a great sense of humor, very exciting and enjoyable to be around! Would... absolutely tour again!read more

Chloe Smith

15:40 28 May 24

Loved the Gothic Tour we did with Ram. He was very knowledgeable and obviously enjoyed what he does. Would highly recommend!

Naami Padi

13:47 28 May 24

Jarred was a great guide- knowledgeable, relaxed and very friendly. Attended with my 13 year old son and we both learned a lot and e hired ourselves. Highly recommended.

Rachel Bleach

18:41 27 May 24

Robert Shankland

12:50 27 May 24

This tour is a must do. Jarrod was fun and informative. It did not feel like 2.5 hours. The tour covered a good amount of the El Born, Las Ramblas and Gothic sections of Barcelona. I learned a lot and got some light... exercise while doing it.read more

Jeremy Disher

11:32 27 May 24

Jarrod was amazing!!!! Well spoken, enthusiastic, and makes it a great experience. Highly recommend.

Bryan Tan

11:32 27 May 24

V informative and good pace loved it. jarrod is a great and interesting guide. No regrets.

Jennifer Claeys

16:53 26 May 24

Our family really enjoyed taking this tour and would highly recommend it! Lisa did a fabulous job and her love for Barcelona was very evident. She was very knowledgeable with history facts and local culture.

Anaii Lee-Ender

12:13 26 May 24

Jarrod, our guide, was the bomb! The tour was super informative and given at an easy pace, was interactive and energetic. We learned all sorts about the history, architecture, culture, and politics of the city. We even... got a little bonus your of the Born neighborhood after where we got some local tips. Highly recommend. Really a great introduction for anyone visiting!!!read more

T Lim

11:55 26 May 24

We had a wonderful time and Jarrod was absolutely entertaining, personable, and knowledgeable about the history of the Gothic Quarter and Barcelona!! This tour is a must when you are in Barcelona!!

Marília Almeida Santos

17:07 25 May 24

Amazing tour, with good explanation and always worried if the no natives are able to understand all words and expressions, thank you a lot Jarrod.

Jeysson Ariza

19:55 24 May 24

Amazing a passionate talk about Barcelona!

Beth Shanklin

15:25 24 May 24

Nancy Speck

11:42 24 May 24

A wonderful tour of old Barcelona - Julie was an entertaining guide and we learned so much from her of the history here. I highly recommend this tour and Julie as well!!

A B

05:55 21 May 24

Very informative tour. The guide was professional and knowledgeable.

Abby Alonzo

17:21 20 May 24

We took the Gaudí tour with Ram and he was sooo knowledgeable and gave us the best overview. Literally booked another tour for tomorrow because of how great today was.

Karen Vandekerkhove

12:47 20 May 24

Amazing tour! Than you Jarrod 😊

Penny Moir

11:41 20 May 24

Absolutely a fantastic tour, Jarrod our guide was very attentive and knowledgeable. We highly recommend him as a guide

Olivia Howard

19:17 19 May 24

Our tour guide Lisa was amazing! She went so above and beyond with recommendations and the history on the gothic quarter tour! Her skills are amazing! Sending love from 🇨🇦! Thank you for a wonderful tour... in Barcelonaread more

leticia vallecilo

11:32 19 May 24

Rpkelly1985 Kelly

17:09 18 May 24

Jarrod was our tour guide. He was awesome. The streets of the gothic quarter were amazing and Jarrod was super knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

Ayham Bataineh

17:08 18 May 24

Jarroed was awesome. I learned a lot about gothic square. I went to places I would never find and knew about it.

Malvina De La Canal

21:21 17 May 24

Our tour guide Katheryn was great! She took us at a pleasant pace through the major sights in Barrio Gotico, while giving us a brief and entertaining background on the history and significance of each place, some of... which are easy to miss. We had a nice break in between where we stopped for coffee, and ended the tour at the Barcelona Cathedral. I highly recommend if you want to go for a nice stroll through Barrio Gotico and would like to know what you’re looking at.read more

Hos Geli

20:38 17 May 24

I really enjoyed the gothic quarter walk.

Jonas Gutschke

17:45 17 May 24

Great tour, totally worth your time! Jarrod was a fantastic guide! Very kind, knowledgeable, and professional!

Maxi Pieske

17:04 17 May 24

Jarred was so pleasant and informative. He is such a sympathic guide, I highly recommend him!

Arjun Jhasti

17:03 17 May 24

Jarrod was great!

Linda Slaughter

21:57 16 May 24

Great tour! Julie was informative; well versed about our tour stops. Gave a good introduction of some of the popular sights in the city. Really tried to make sure everyone had a good time. Pleasant personality.... Recommend tour.read more

Janet Drewes

20:51 16 May 24

Wonderful tour of areas in Barcelona Old City that I would never have found by myself.

Aurobind Ramu

18:47 16 May 24

Throughly enjoyed the walking Gaudi tour with Albert. He is very knowledgeable about the history and his narrative explanations were very engaging. It is a tour which you shouldn’t miss especially if you are planning... to visit the Sagrada Familia.read more

Nicole Lee

14:50 15 May 24

Jarrod was great! He gave us an amazing walk through of Gothic Quarter. Highly recommend if you have some time.

Henry Daubeney

10:27 14 May 24

We had such a great private tour with our super guide Anna and our lovely driver Alex, such a great team, we would highly recommend Runner Beans tours!

Daniel L

18:42 13 May 24

We had a wonderful tour through the Gothic Quarter with Julie. She was an outstanding guide that made our tour full of fun and knowledge. Thank you for making our trip to Barcelona even more enjoyable!

Tsoline K

22:45 12 May 24

Albert was fantastic!! His tour was a great combination of important historic facts and sites with fun, by one of the region’s proud & knowledgable locals. Highly recommend

Harry Thompson

14:55 12 May 24

The Gothic walking tour was great, the Guide, he was great ,he's a Historian,he Explains everything so well, I learn more about the Christians and the Jewish,Than I have in a while,in Barcelona, I would recommend the... walking tour to anyone,thank you,Harryread more

Tom Powell

14:03 11 May 24

We have a brilliant tour for our family of 4 with Ann-marie. It was designed really well to keep our 8 and 5 yr old really engaged with lots of fun games and learning activities. This as well as thoughtfully planned... coffee stop and some treats for the kids meant we all had a great time exploring the gothic area of Barcelona. Highly recommended for families.read more

Gina Hutchison

14:49 10 May 24

Great narrative walking tour. History lesson in a nutshell in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona.

Jonas Viering

22:36 09 May 24

Very nice tour with a warm personal touch. Our guide was British, married to a man from Spain, and contributed a few very interesting personal stories to the history of the Barri Gothic and in fact the history of the... City of Barcelona. Many tours are cheesy, oe boring - this one is neither. Highly recommended.read more

Swa Ve

19:40 09 May 24

Chase Cupp

15:27 09 May 24

I want to start and say that this review is for Ram. That's R-A-M in case there is any confusion. I'll now start off again by saying that, having done no other tour of the Gothic Quarter, I'm convinced there is no... better guide, possibly person, in all of Barcelona.After briefly meeting and checking in with him 20 minutes before the tour, my first words to my girlfriend was "Oh my I love him so much!" If that tells you anything. Ram had a way, just by being himself, of making us feel very welcomed and safe. I saw a lot of people come out of their shell during the tour and I greatly attribute that to how genuinely caring and interested Ram was with us all.But alas, having a guide who is a beautiful inside and out is not enough, you say? "How was his actual guiding!?" I'm so pleased to report that the level of insight from Ram, both from his personal history and scholarly knowledge, felt unmatched. I listened every now and then to other guided groups around us and they all sounded so dull. Simply regurgitating facts and names and marriages and buildings.But Ram, he made me FEEL things throughout his tour. I learned and felt the struggles and triumphs of the Catalan people and I couldn't help but be immersed in the history presented us. I'd never been so enthralled with the story of a city like this before, home or abroad. And do yourself a favor and volunteer to be the hairy guy. "We laughed, we cried, it was better than Cats."read more

Kim LVS

11:46 09 May 24

Jarrod gave clear explanationsHe really cared about usGreat tour!

Christianne Cox

11:46 09 May 24

Jarrod was an excellent guide. He took great care of our group, always looking out for us. Very knowledgeable and engaging with the best stories.

Molly Troop

13:57 08 May 24

Of all the tours I did while in Barcelona this was by far the best! The info on Gaudi was exceptional and our guide was entertaining and fun and accommodating. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TOUR!!It gave me so much more... info about the architect than visiting the inside of 4 of his works that I went to!read more

Jimena Cabrera

11:32 08 May 24

Excellent! Jarrod was very dedicated in the explanations :) I recommend his tour!

Victor Marino

20:58 07 May 24

Thoroughly enjoyed the Walking Tour through the Gothic Quarter with Jarrod.He was engaging and knowledgeable of important sights, history, legend and practical advice like dining! A great navigation of Barcelona's... narrowest streets until coming into the open plazas and major touristic sights.read more

Timothy Harder

16:46 07 May 24

Jarrod was an excellent guide, it was a great start to our trip here in Barcelona! 10/10 recommend!!

Marc Beisler

14:13 06 May 24

Jerrod gave us a great tour!

Marc Beisler

14:13 06 May 24

Jerrod gave us a great tour!

Marc Beisler

14:13 06 May 24

Jerrod gave us a great tour!

Adina Lupu

13:31 06 May 24

Sheila Forsberg

06:43 06 May 24

Great for guide

Christopher Jordan

12:43 05 May 24

Ram was our tour guide and he was excellent! Very fun and informative 👍

Llinn

12:28 05 May 24

Absolutely a must do !! Highly recommended! Just completed the tour with our guide Noah Levin - he’s a fountain of knowledge but more importantly ran a highly organised tour with snippets of information bringing to live... the history of those times!! 😍read more

Frances Martin (elaine14)

11:59 04 May 24

The tour was excellent. The tour guide Ram was very charismatic and friendly. His passion for Gaudí's works is evident and he knew how to answer all our questions. Highly recommended.

Megan Roden

21:05 03 May 24

The Gothic Quater tour with Jarrod was brilliant, super knowledgeable and engaging.Would highly recommend!

Nadia Cole

12:16 02 May 24

Jarrod was a fantastic guide, who gave us a fascinating tour of the Gothic quarter of Barcelona. We had a marvellous time and he gave lots of interesting information about the area and its history.

sarah tolliday

11:20 02 May 24

Excellent tour from Jarrod. Perfect mix of local history and legend. Also got lots of ideas of things to do while here. Thoroughly recommend

Linda Edelman

05:30 02 May 24

We did a private tour with Runner Bean Tours in Barcelona. It was a fantastic 4 hour tour and our guide Ann-Marie was superb. So knowledgeable and friendly. We highly recommend Runner Bean if you are visiting Barcelona.

Peter Doig

16:12 01 May 24

Great way to start a visit to Barcelona. Lisa was engaging and well informed on Catalan history and culture, as well as the general history of Barcelona. We would highly recommend.

Steve Capen

12:25 01 May 24

Highly recommend this tour and my guide Lisa was awesome 😎

John Healy

11:01 01 May 24

We really enjoyed the Gothic walking tour with Noah. An affable host who engaged with the entire group and gave a really good overview of the history in an entertaining manner. The dark tour is on the list for our... next trip. Recommendedread more

Linda Duin

21:00 30 Apr 24

Today we had the pleasure of meeting Ram on a Gaudi tour and we enjoyed the liveliness of the stories he told during the tour and the restaurant recommendations at the end of the tour. We are so enthusiastic about this... tour that we also want to take the gotic tour, on wich we hope for the same kind of experience.Ram, dankjewel voor de geweldige tour. Je hebt onze dag een gouden randje gegeven met je prachtige verhalen. Tot ziens!read more

Sander E

20:51 30 Apr 24

The tour given by our guide Ram was very enlightening and educational. The peace in Ram's voice and the humor he brings makes this tour truly fantastic. The end point at sacrada familia completed the tour. The... recommendations for eating around the sacrada familia were really great! Ram we enjoyed your tour and the way you led us through Barcelona in the metro. I recommend everyone to book a free tour with Ram!Following the above, the next day we walked through the old city center of Barcelona. Our guide Jarrod told the most beautiful stories and led us through the narrowest streets and back streets where you normally don't go. A beautiful trip with beautiful sights and shops that can make custom things for you. At the end of the tour we were recommended some beautiful places to eat and had a delicious meal. Jarrod you were a super guide and we loved you're way of telling! You've let us see the otter side of Barcelona and we loved it. Thanks to both of you!read more

Tracey Petersen

13:25 29 Apr 24

Albert was an amazing guide, absolutely FULL of interesting information and really great at sharing his knowledge of Barcelona history. It was hard not to get caught up in his enthusiasm for the city, county and just... plain history in general. We would definitely do another Runner Bean tour!read more

Alexandra Chavez

10:49 29 Apr 24

I highly recommend this tour of the Gothic Quarter. The guide was wonderful and full of energy. We can’t wait to visit again in the future with this company.

Nick Carenza

12:14 28 Apr 24

The tour of the Gothic quarter was great. Our guide Julie was brilliant. You have lots of options for walking tours in Barcelona. This one won’t disappoint.

Melissa Duquette

11:42 28 Apr 24

Amazing Gaudi & Sagrada familia tour today with Jarrod! Excellent info and engaging with all attendees! Highly recommend

Peter Elphick

11:41 28 Apr 24

Jarrod was a fab tour - super friendly and helpful!! Great tour!

Giulia Parolin

11:41 28 Apr 24

Brock Brett

06:31 27 Apr 24

Our Gaudi tour with Dani was absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, Dani's professionalism and expertise shone through, making for a wonderful experience exploring Barcelona's iconic landmarks.Dani effortlessly... guided us through La Pedrera, Sagrada Familia, and Park Guell, providing fascinating insights and stories along the way. His passion for Gaudi's work and the rich history of Barcelona was evident, and his friendly demeanor and attention to detail made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable.Overall, if you're looking for a knowledgeable and personable guide to explore Barcelona's Gaudi landmarks, Dani is your guy. Thanks to him, our Gaudi tour was truly unforgettable!read more

Atsuko F

18:30 24 Apr 24

We lost original company and he helped us to join with his with respected with our original company.

Ali Sair

11:25 24 Apr 24

We had an amazing tour with Jarrod! He is such a good tour guide that explains everything very very thoroughly and really knows his stuff!! One of the best tours we’ve had! Would highly recommend! 👍🏽

Cor F

11:24 24 Apr 24

Jarrod was great Friendly and informational with lots of great sights along the way.

Isabella Bedi

19:40 22 Apr 24

Wow, this is an experience not to be missed!😍 We enjoyed our first tour of the gothic quarter with Lisa (Irish lady) so much that we booked the Gaudi tour with Jarrod (Australian man) for the next day. Both were... absolutely incredible - insightful, and gave us an enhanced appreciation for the city, as well as information that will stay with us.❤️ Both Lisa and Jarrod are passionate and great at storytelling - they deserve all the tips! Don’t be a cheapskate, this is better than any paid tour that we have done. Thank you so much for making us fall in love with Barcelona even more. 😍read more

Anita Clearfield

16:26 22 Apr 24

Jarrod was a terrific guide— Just the right combination of providing lots of information and personable storyteller, so that the facts and his anecdotes engaged us the whole time. We would highly recommend this tour!

Joanie Nieves

05:23 22 Apr 24

Excellent tour. Very funny. I highly recommend it.

Susan Caldwell

20:49 21 Apr 24

We took the Gaudi tour in Barcelona with Albert as our guide. He was fantastic and it was one of the best walking tours I have taken in 25+ years of traveling to Europe. Thank you, Albert, for describing history,... architecture, and the life of Gaudi.read more

Kasha G.

22:56 20 Apr 24

The Gothic Quarter Tour provided a great intro to our 4 days in Barcelona! Our guide Ram did a fantastic job. Perfect mix of historical, architectural and anecdotal information. Recommended!

Anna-Marie Freitag

11:20 20 Apr 24

Jarrod was a very good guide.

Cindy Weisbart

07:06 20 Apr 24

Jay Solanki

20:39 19 Apr 24

Amazing guide, very knowledgeable and funny. It was a very nice walking tour. I highly recommend it.

JANE COOK

19:21 19 Apr 24

Had an informative tour with Noah around the Gothic Quarter when he explained the history of the area from Roman times onwards. Noah is friendly and welcoming.

Jeremy Svenson

15:35 18 Apr 24

We had a great Gaudi Tour today with Jarrod who was extremely knowledgeable with not only the tour stops but answering our many questions about Barcelona! Absolutely recommend doing early in your trip to Barcelona as we... visited many spots and pointed out plenty of food spots that we’ll be returning to for a longer visit later in the trip.read more

Annias Bailey

11:48 18 Apr 24

Amazing!

julia grose

11:43 18 Apr 24

Jarrod was great. Very informative on the tour and provided recommendations for after.

Richard Miles

12:21 17 Apr 24

Excellent, informative tour,; charming, knowledgeable & humorous guide.

Jenn Vander Zalm

19:37 16 Apr 24

Great tour with Lisa in the old town. She share a great history of the region and lovely recommendations for food, drink and other places to explore.

darya folsom

16:22 16 Apr 24

The bean runner "free" Barcelona Guadi tour was PRICELESS.Ram our guide was so knowledgeable and passionate that he and his tour turned out to be the highlight of our entire trip. His love of Barcelona and its history... was enlightening and contagious. Thank you Ram!read more

Jan Kleinle

16:19 16 Apr 24

We did the Gothic Tour March 24. Our guide, Julie, was fantastic. Knowledgeable, interesting and fun. We were shocked at the end of the tour when she told us that it was her first solo tour without shadowing another... guide.read more

Judith Dodson

12:40 16 Apr 24

The Gothic Quarter walking tour was superb, thoroughly enjoyed the informative insight

Rory Gahagan

10:00 15 Apr 24

Jayanta Chowdhury

07:51 14 Apr 24

Gaudi tour in Barcelona organized by Runner Beans was really good. I learned a lot about Gaudi and his works. Our guide Ram was patient and make us understood all the minute details and mostly he did not said a word... regarding tips. We were free to choose the amount we like. He even provided a list of places regarding the authentic places to eat and tourist spots. I will recommend everyone to book tours from Runner Beans.read more

Geoff Steward

06:30 12 Apr 24

Great walk we learnt alot about Gaudi and Ram was an guide. Would recommend this walk. Thanks

Limor Cohen

18:15 11 Apr 24

We had an amazing tour with Miguel! Highly recommend!!

Shraddha Praveen

20:25 10 Apr 24

Our tour guide Ram was absolutely incredible, and clearly so passionate about Gaudí! He helped us truly understand the thought process and symbolism to each design, and was patient and vigilant in guiding us through the... metro. His restaurant recommendations at the end were also fabulous. Would highly recommend this tour :)read more

Marlene McCluskey

17:19 10 Apr 24

Albert was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Just ask less questions that people don’t know the answersFor example the year Gaudi was born or died. We are there to learn facts otherwise we wouldn’t take the tourNoah was... excellent for gothic tour!read more

Ashley Shields

13:03 10 Apr 24

Albert on the Gaudi tour was very engaging and informative, and gave very good attention to each person in the group which included young kids and adults. Thank you!

Luana Parisotto

10:17 10 Apr 24

Special thank you to Albert for his wonderful tour of the “Gothic” quarter of Barcelona. He was fantastic and so open and welcoming to us. Answered all our questions and guided us through the city with ease. Thanks to... him we found the best yet hidden gems in the Born area of the city and avoided the tourist traps. You are doing yourself a disservice by missing out on his tour. Many thanks from Matt and Luana.read more

Nancy Hulme

21:21 09 Apr 24

Noah gave us a wonderful tour of the gothic quarter. He was friendly and knowledgeable with some fun thrown in too! He gave us the history of this part of town, and how many legends were born, from the flag to El... caganer. Worthwhile 2+ hours that helped with orientation as well as appreciation for Catalonia.read more

barb ford

20:28 09 Apr 24

Noah was fabulous - funny, extremely knowledgeable, perfectly paced tour given. Would recommend this great walk.

Amy D'Hooghe

20:18 08 Apr 24

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