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Ann Marie - Barcelona tour guide

ANN-MARIE

Armed with a degree in Ceramics, Ann-Marie spent the next few years running her own workshop, teaching Art and travelling extensively. She feels it was the luck of the Irish to have arrived in Barcelona a few years back. Passionate about guiding, she loves giving tourists insight into this wonderful city. Together with Gorka, she is the co-founder of Runner Bean Tours.

"Ann Marie was so knowledgeble about the city and so eager to share. Her love of the amazing architecture was infectious" (Sinead39 on Trip Advisor)

Gorka - Barcelona tour guide

GORKA

Originally from the North of Spain, Gorka arrived back to Barcelona with the new century after travelling half way around the globe. Nature photographer, mountain trekker and city walker, he fell in love with this place more than two decades ago. To him, unveiling its secrets to visitors is more a pleasure than a job. Together with Ann-Marie, he is the co-founder of Runner Bean Tours.

"Gorka shared with us the history of Barcelona with such enthusiasm that he felt like an ambassador of Catalonian culture & history" (Katie Courtney B on Trip Advisor)

Tati - Barcelona tour guide

TATI

Born and bred in Barcelona, Tati’s curiosity for all that is new and different makes her the perfect tour guide. After studying Fine Arts in the city, she spent a few years in Asia and the middle East before coming back to her hometown. Her enthusiasm for her city is contagious and she is always looking forward to sharing it with others.

"Tati was knowledgeable and entertaining! Kids loved it so much that they asked if Tati was available the next day!" (VacationLover78 on Trip Advisor)

Dani - Barcelona tour guide

DANI

Dani has been working as a tour guide in Barcelona for a few years and he just can’t have enough. Big soccer fan and supporter of the local football team, he now lives with his wife and daughter at the heart of the old town. His passion for the city he grew up in is contagious so, be warned, you are in for a treat with him.

"Dani made our visit to Barcelona a very wonderful adventure. He is very affable and was a pure joy to be around. He loved showing us his city" (wditter927 on Trip Advisor)

Miguel - Barcelona tour guide

MIGUEL D

Having been born in the island of Mallorca, very near Barcelona, it is no surprise that Miguel is in love with the Mediterranean culture. He specialised in tourism and, after travelling around Europe, he decided to come back to his roots. When you don’t find him snorkelling or spearfishing you will have the pleasure of him showing you Barcelona’s treasures.

"Miguel was terrific, very knowledgable with such a pleasant demeanor. Tour was informative and interesting" (Michele E on Trip Advisor)

Lisa - Barcelona tour guide

LISA

Lisa has been living in Barcelona and loving every minute of it for over a decade. Although trained in sociology, her career has moved since towards theatre, story telling and tour guiding, which she has been doing for years in Catalonia. Any questions about Gaudí, Modernisme, Montserrat and wine, Lisa is the person to ask. You will fall in love with her personality and charm as much as we did.

"The tour gave us a great insight into Gaudí's life and progression of his work. Lisa, our lovely guide, was well informed and enthusiastic about her subject, but also helpful with regard to other aspects of visiting Barcelona" (KarishmaK319 on Trip Advisor)

Gemma - Barcelona tour guide

GEMMA

Gemma is a homegrown Barcelonan with an incessant hunger for learning. Having taught teenagers for a few years, she turned her sights to tour guiding. She is very interactive and loves pointing out small hidden details of the streets and sharing the unique Catalan culture and habits with visitors. You will adore her bubbly personality and easygoing nature.

"All of us on the tour were impressed with Gemma's knowledge, professionalism, and passion. She helped us to understand and appreciate what could have otherwise been an overwhelming experience" (Voyagehome on Trip Advisor)

Anna A - Barcelona Tour Guide

ANNA A

After spending some time in Europe working in the film industry, Anna came back to her home town with the intention of showing its wonders to visitors. She ended up not only doing this but also training the staff at Sagrada Familia. If you are lucky to have her as your guide in Barcelona you will definitely fall in love with her bubbly and friendly personality.

"Anna was absolutely fantastic and a joy. She was insightful, charming and funny. Having taken other group tours on previous vacations, I would completely recommend your company's private tour as the way to see Barcelona." (Christina M on Trip Advisor)

Mari - Barcelona tour guide

MARI

Mari is a true local hailing from Barcelona. She has a deep interest in the Art and architecture of the city and is currently studying history of Art (something she has always longed to do). She absolutely loves her job of tour guiding and her very sweet personality immediately wins you over. You are in very capable and knowledgeable hands when on her tour.

"Mari was fantastic. Her English was perfect. Loved the history and stories she was able to tell us about every building" (Angela J on Trip Advisor)

Albert - Barcelona tour guide

ALBERT

Albert is a trained historian with a thirst for knowledge and a friendly approach. But more importantly, he has a passion for his beloved hometown. If you are looking for a fascinating introduction to the nooks and crannies of the Gothic Quarter or if what you prefer is to learn more about Gaudí and the Catalan Modernisme movement, Albert is your man.

"We thoroughly enjoyed our informative walking tour with Albert! He shared such interesting facts and historical details that he kept us fascinated with this area. I am glad we had this informative and fun walk!" (Julie S on Trip Advisor)

Diana - Barcelona tour guide

DIANA

Diana is a lovely down-to-earth person whose passion was always to become a guide. Having studied in England and worked around Europe, it is difficult to detect any Spanish accent. She finally returned to her native Barcelona a few years ago to raise her family. With kindness and high regard for detail, Diana is wonderful company as you explore the city.

"Diana was absolutely our best tour guide during our 19 day trip. Her friendly, easy to know, genuine personality truly resonated with us." (friboat on TripAdvisor)

Eli - Barcelona tour guide

ELI

Elisabet (or Eli as most of her friends call her) has been enjoying showing her city to visitors for a few years now and she never gets tired of it. She has worked and lived in all corners of the world, from Belgium to Tanzania, Turkey, Brasil or the US but she always ends up coming back. A never ending smile is just waiting for you in Barcelona.

"Eli was a true joy to spend the day with. She was so knowledgeable about your beautiful city and in particular, shared a wealth of information and stories about Gaudí. You have a real jewel in Eli" (jhensley42 on Trip Advisor)

Anna B - Barcelona tour guide

ANNA

Anna loves art and music. She studied the history of art and then fine art in college. She went on to work in London, Paris and Corsica. She landed back in Barcelona a few years back and felt tour guiding was her calling. Her favourite clients are kids, and she feels a special connection with them. Full of fun and adventure, you will have a great time with her.

"Anna is an angel! The best tour guide EVER! We were so impressed with her passion, knowledge, and kindness."

Anna - Barcelona tour guide

ANNA M

Anna has been working as a tour guide in Barcelona for many years and she still can’t have enough of it. With a passion for art and history, her friendly and charming personality will captivate you since the minute you meet her. You can ask all about the city, its history, parks and restaurants and at the end of the tour you will feel you have a new friend in Barcelona.

"Anna was just an absolutely wonderful guide for our family. We truly enjoyed spending time with her. She made a lot of effort at ensuring my wife and teenage children all could learn and ask questions" (bblessing3 on Trip Advisor)

Laura - Barcelona tour guide

LAURA

Originally from a coastal town North of Barcelona, Laura has been a passionate about history, arts and languages since she remembers. She specialises in the Jewish heritage of Spain and the medieval history of Catalonia. With an infectious passion for her country, you couldn’t ask for better company while in the city.

"Laura was engaging, fun, and very knowledgeable. Would definitely book with her again and recommend anyone visiting Barcelona to do the same!" (SurfieWM on Trip Advisor)

Maria - Barcelona tour guide

MARIA

The first thing you will notice about Maria is her warm smile. She was born in Italy and studied education and culture at university. Her style is friendly with an emphasis on society and everyday life  She lives in the beautiful city of Girona, so don’t be surprised if you have her wonderful company on our Girona and Dali tours.

"Did the Gaudi tour with Maria and she is totally awesome. Caring, knowledgeable and passionate about her work. This is a great tour company with passionate people running it." (Shankar_V on TripAdvisor)

Katharyn - Barcelona tour guide

KATHARYN

Originally from the US, Katharyn has been living in Barcelona for many years and she is in love with it. Families with children keep on raving about her tours. She is a visual artist with a love of art, history, and culture, with an infectious smile and a gentle personality.  She can’t wait to meet you.

"Our guide Kathryn was AMAZING! She kept both the younger and older kids in the group engaged. This tour was just right where the activities and stories kept everyone engaged" (shalini_rao on Trip Advisor)

Fernando - Barcelona tour guide

FERNANDO

Fernando is a part-time artist who loves culture and the city. He studied the English language and was a teacher until he cast his sights on tour guiding. Obliging and polite, Fernando is a wonderful host and certainly open to a little bit of debate on his visits.

"Our guide, Fernando is an excellent guide! He is also very humorous and we never had a dull moment during the tour because he kept us all engaged. His knowledge of the history of Barcelona is amazing!" (Flair76 on TripAdvisor)

Noah - Barcelona tour guide

NOAH

Noah hails from the States and has called Barcelona his home for many years. He has a flair for the dramatic and is involved in the comedy scene here in the city. His teaching experience comes through his tours and as he talks you through the culture and history of Barcelona.

"Our guide Noah was fantastic. Really appreciated his knowledge of the history and architecture of the area. Thanks Noah!" (Willa Klyne in Google Reviews)

Caterina - Barcelona tour guide

CATERINA

Caterina is a fun and chirpy guide. She fell in love with a Catalan man and left her Italian home to embrace a new life here. Her background is in acting and this training comes through in her tour. Friendly and with a good sense of humour, you’ll find it is a pleasure to uncover Barcelona’s sights with her.

"We booked a private tour with Runner Bean Tours as this was our first time in Barcelona. Our guide made our tour perfect. Knowledgeable, passionate about the Sites and super friendly." (Lee K on TripAdvisor)

Jarrod - Barcelona tour guide

JARROD

During a 3 year trip around the world, Jarrod arrived to Barcelona and made a last minute decision not to get on the next plane. 10 years later, he is proud to call it home. He loves meeting travellers from all over the world and always looks forward to telling visitors about the best that Barcelona has to offer. You won’t be disappointed in his company.

"Jarrod was very articulate, well organized, likeable, funny, we could really feel his passion for the city" (til_hh on Trip Advisor)

Julie - Barcelona tour guide

JULIE

The perky Julie was originally born in a small village in France. With a passion for travel, she comes armed with a Master’s in tourism and culture. Her tours are delivered with a smile and a very personal touch. Great with children, you will also find Julie on our Kids and Family tours.

"Julie was GREAT! She led us through the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona and had tons of interesting history and facts about the city and the people." (William Nordby in Google Reviews)

Xavier - Barcelona tour guide

XAVIER

Xavier is a native of Barcelona and has a deep passion for its history. With a degree in History of Art, he went on to get a few more doctorates under his belt! When he is not teaching at his university, he can be found on the streets guiding interested visitors. With a kind heart and years of experience, you can dig very deep into the roots of his city with Xavier.

"It was an unforgettable experience. Xavier's depth of knowledge about the area's history was astounding, and the way he narrated the stories made it so interesting".

Andriy - Barcelona tour guide

ANDRIY

Andryi is our magical guide. He emigrated to Barcelona many years ago and has settled into local life. Although he has a tech background, showbiz is also his passion. Magician by night and tour guide by day, Andryi is the perfect gentleman to show you around our old historical streets.

"I was very happy with my Runner Bean Tour experience. Andriy was a wonderfully informative, friendly, personable guide."

Miguel G - Barcelona tour guide

MIGUEL G

Originally from Extremadura, in Spain, Miguel felt the pull of the Mediterranean many years ago. His studies were in humanities, but he fell into tourism and enjoyed all aspects of the job. Now, you can find him guiding on the streets of Barcelona. Organised and kind, he will help the hours fly by.

"Miguel is personable and delivered an excellent tour. We found out many details which we would have not known if we had just wandered the area on our own. His English was excellent"

Ruth - Barcelona tour guide

RUTH

Ruth is a homegrown Barcelonian who has a passion for guiding and Art. Her first degree was in humanities but has branched out into tourism and has guided visitors across the globe. With bundles of energy and a chatty personality, Ruth is a pleasure to spend a morning or afternoon with!

"Our guide, Ruth, was fantastic! She was very personable and had much knowledge of this area in Barcelona. I highly recommend RB Tours in this city."

Elena - Barcelona tour guide

IVÁN

Ivan was born in Venezuela and emigrated here with his family as a young child. Interested in the Arts, he went on to study graphic design and the history of Art. Naturally very social, it was an easy next step for him to bring his skills into the touring sector. He has worked all around Europe as a tour leader but feels his heart and home is here in Barcelona.

"So glad we took the Gothic Tour. A great intro to Barcelona and its history in this beautiful area. Iván was the best tour guide- knowledgeable,helpful and fun."

Elena - Barcelona tour guide

ELENA

Elena is our night guide and has a flair for the dramatic. Armed with a master’s in critical and creative writing, she came to Barcelona to study drama. She will take you on a dark road through the more obscure and sinister history of the city on our Dark Past Night Walking Tour.

"The late night tour was amazing! Our tour guide was very nice and super informed about the historical facts of the area and also told very interesting local legends."


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