Take some time to discover beautiful Barcelona on this enjoyable sightseeing tour of the city. Your Barcelona experience begins at the spectacular Cathedral of the Holy Cross and St. Eulalia, the construction of which began at the end of the 13th and continued into the 15th century. The Cathedral is situated in Barcelona’s Barri Gòtic quarter, the city’s largely intact medieval centre. The coach will also drive past two of the famous works by the architect Gaudí for external viewings of the Sagrada Família and the Casa Batlló. Your tour will be rounded off by a stroll around the tranquil Poble Espanyol, a village purpose-built to showcase Spain’s many different architectural styles, and a brief stop at Montjuich Hill for the fabulous views of the city from the Belvedere del Alcalde. Your tour concludes with your return to the ship. Please note: the Cathedral visit may have to be cancelled on public holidays or if special events are being held. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $63.00 Adults $44.00 Children

   

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        The fabulous city of Barcelona is well worth a visit and this whistle-stop tour will take you to see the key sights during an enjoyable half day off the ship. Upon leaving the port, your tour begins with a drive through Barcelona's main streets and squares. A short stop will be made at Montjuich Hill to take in the superb view over the city before moving on for a brief external viewing of the Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s striking yet unfinished neo-Gothic masterpiece. There will also be time to pay the impressive Barcelona Cathedral, which was constructed from the end of the 13th until into the 15th century, a visit before taking you to go shopping in the Plaça de Catalunya, a large square in central Barcelona that is ideal for a little retail therapy. Please note: on public holidays or on Sunday afternoon, the shopping stop will be at the “La Rambla”.

Price per person $63.00 Adults $44.00 Children

   

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      Don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in the fascinating world and works of Barcelona’s premiere architect: the world-famous Antoni Gaudí. After leaving the port, your tour will take you down the beautiful Passeig de Gràcia avenue for an outside view of Casa Batlló, a flamboyant building that is covered in thousands of multi-coloured tiles. Up next is Casa Milà, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for another exterior visit, followed by the Park Güell, a garden complex and one of Barcelona’s key tourist attractions due to its remarkable, sinuous buildings, stunning mosaics and ceramic-covered benches. The excursion also includes time to visit inside Gaudí’s unfinished neo-Gothic masterpiece, the Sagrada Família. Your tour ends with a scenic return drive to the port.

Price per person $65.00 Adults $46.00 Children

   

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    Thanks to the sheer scale of its impressive architecture, Barcelona’s Camp Nou Stadium – one of the world’s most famous football temples and the largest stadium in all of Europe with a capacity to seat nearly 100,000 people – is a fascinating destination, whether you are a soccer fan or not. Apart from hosting numerous key UEFA matches throughout the years, the stadium has also been used to stage other events, including concerts given by such major pop artists as Sting, Bruce Springsteen, Peter Gabriel, Tracy Chapman or U2. In 1982, Pope John Paul II even celebrated mass at the stadium, on which occasion he was made an honorary citizen of Barcelona. Your tour begins with a drive-by sightseeing tour past Gaudi’s Sagrada Família, a minor basilica, and up Montjuich Hill before arriving at Camp Nou Stadium. Please note: the feasibility of the tour is subject to the schedule of the football club and then the stadium could be closed with very short notice; for this reason the tour could be cancelled even the day before our call for reasons beyond MSC’s control. The visit to the stadium includes walking upstairs and downstairs and is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.

Price per person $68.00 Adults $48.00 Children

   

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      Situated approx. 1 hour by coach from the port of Barcelona lies Montserrat, a mountain-top Benedictine Monastery that forms the highest point of the Catalonian lowlands. Santa Maria de Montserrat, to give the monastery its official name, is a key Catholic pilgrimage site and a favourite destination for religious retreats. Apart from being home to a statue of the Virgin of Montserrat – also known as the Black Madonna or La Moreneta – the monastery boasts a basilica with a resplendent interior that stands in stark contrast to its somewhat austere exterior. Interestingly, the monastery also hosts a publishing house that counts as one of the world’s oldest still functioning presses, with the first book having been printed in 1499. You will have time to look around by yourself before returning to Barcelona. Please note: the guide will give explanation only outside the Monastery; guests will visit the site individually. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting the religious site. Shooting videos or taking photos during the visit to the Monastery is prohibited.

Price per person $51.00 Adults $36.00 Children

   

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        This tour lets you simply sit back and relax on the coach while you enjoy drive-by viewings of Barcelona’s main sights, including the magnificent Passeig de Gràcia and Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Família, which was consecrated as a minor basilica by the Pope in 2010. Continuing up to Montjuich Hill, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city below and after a photo stop, head for Poble Espanyol, a unique open-air architectural museum situated on the hill. The museum was originally constructed for the Barcelona International Exhibition in 1929 with the aim of mimicking a townscape that would reflect the architecture, style and culture typical of various Spanish regions in a single place. A 30-minute flamenco show accompanied by a fruity sangria punch rounds off your tour.

Price per person $84.00 Adults $59.00 Children

   

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        A green oasis in the midst of one of the Mediterranean coast’s most densely populated urban areas, Collserola Natural Park gained national park status in 2010 and is now a protected area. After being transferred to the park (30-min. drive), a professional mountain guide will accompany you on a journey through natural diversity. Besides the park’s astounding landscapes, the tour also offers a unique high-up perspective of Barcelona’s world-famous architecture, including the Sagrada Familia basilica, Camp Nou stadium and 38-storey Torre Agbar. You will pass by the Collserola Tower, designed by Sir Norman Foster for the 1992 Summer Olympics, before arriving at the summit of Tibidabo. This 512m peak overlooks the city and is the site of the Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor, a modernist church, where the bus awaits you for the return trip to the port. Please note: as this tour includes an 8km trail walk, we recommend wearing hiking shoes and bringing water. This tour is not suitable for passengers with walking difficulties. Tour guides in English or Spanish only. This tour operates from June until the end of September.

Price per person $74.00 Adults $52.00 Children

   

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      Located 40km south of Barcelona, Sitges features fabulous beaches and an upbeat atmosphere, which is probably why it has transformed from a small fishing village into one of southern Catalonia’s most popular tourist destinations. Sitges is bustling in summer, when locals and visitors spend their days on the beaches and streets of the historical centre. A pleasant 45-minute coach ride will take you to this gorgeous town for a guided tour of the old district, including the local market, town hall and the 17th-century Church of Sant Bartomeu i Santa Tecla. After the tour you will have the opportunity to relax on one of Sitges’ legendary beaches. Please note: this tour operates from from June until the end of September. We suggest bringing a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and a hat.

Price per person $51.00 Adults $36.00 Children

   

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        Join us and discover the masterpieces of Antoni Gaudí, the architect whose famous works can be found in Barcelona and surroundings. Leave the port for a drive along Barcelona’s famous “Paseo de Gracia”, known as Spain’s most expensive street, to Casa Batlló with its outer walls of multi-coloured tiles (exterior visit only). Then continue on to the bizarre Casa Milá, one of seven Gaudí properties to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site (exterior visit only), followed by the Park Güell, a garden-city complex and one of Barcelona’s main attractions with its remarkable, sinuous buildings, stunning mosaics and ceramic-covered benches. The excursion includes a stop to admire the outside of the Sagrada Familia basilica, Gaudí’s unfinished neogothic masterpiece. Enjoy some free time to have lunch (not included) or go shopping before driving for approx. 1 hour to Santa Coloma de Cervelló to visit Colònia Güell, one of Gaudí’s most revered works for its structural innovations and unique use of materials. Built in the middle of a pine forest, the highlight of this masterpiece is the crypt. The church itself was never completed. Please note: this tour involves walking on uneven ground, steps and cobblestone surfaces and is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties. Shooting videos or taking pictures during the visit to the Crypt is prohibited. This tour is only for guests onboard MSC Splendida & MSC Preziosa.

Price per person $88.00 Adults $62.00 Children

   

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        This half-day excursion to the “Illa Fantasia”, a hugely popular waterpark near Barcelona, offers fun for the whole family and is sure to be a hit with the kids. Look forward to no less than 22 (!) different aquatic attractions, five enormous swimming pools and designated children’s play areas. Your creature comforts are looked after by several bars and restaurants, the perfect place to spend some time out of the water. Treat yourself to a few hours of complete relaxation and worry-free on-shore fun as you explore the exciting aquatic world of the “Illa Fantasia”. Please note: as there are many slippery surfaces in the park, this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or using a wheelchair. The tour operates from June until early September.

Price per person $68.00 Adults $48.00 Children

   

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      Your excursion will begin with an orientation coach drive of Barcelona to admire its key sights. You will drive along “Paseo de Gracia” to reach the “Sagrada Familia” for an external visit of Gaudi’s unfinished Neo-Gothic masterpiece. Next you will leave Barcelona for a 1-hour coach drive to Montserrat, a key Catholic pilgrimage site and a favourite destination for religious retreats. Apart from being home to a statue of the Virgin of Montserrat – also known as the Black Madonna or La Moreneta – the monastery boasts a basilica with a resplendent interior that stands in stark contrast to its somewhat austere exterior. After the visit you will have free time in Montserrat to have lunch (not included). Your tour will continue with a stop at the “Cavas Vilarnau” cellars, in the small village of Sant Sadurni. Here you will learn the production process of wine, sparkling wine and Spanish champagne. A tasting is included before concluding your tour with the return to the port. Please note: the guide will give explanation only outside the Monastery; guests will visit the site individually. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting the religious site. Shooting videos or taking photos during the visit to the Monastery is prohibited. This excursion is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. This tour is only for guests onboard MSC Splendida & MSC Preziosa.

Price per person $69.00 Adults $48.00 Children

   

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