
Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip
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Traveler rating
4.1/5
Based on 3,146 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip worth booking?
Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip is a 2-hour experience in Barcelona, Spain, from $39 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 3,146 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (3,146)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Explore Barcelona from land to sea. By land get on and off as many times as you wish to discover Barcelona’s charms at your own pace. By sea with a 1-hour catamaran cruise to enjoy the panoramic views of the coast of Bar
What you get
About this experience
Explore Barcelona from land to sea. By land get on and off as many times as you wish to discover Barcelona’s charms at your own pace. By sea with a 1-hour catamaran cruise to enjoy the panoramic views of the coast of Barcelona!
What's included
Included
- Multilingual audio guide system.
- Barcelona City Tour 24 or 48-hour, depending on the chosen option
- All routes and stops with a single ticket.
- 1-hour tour along Barcelona coast
- Contribution to the Mediterranean Sea clean-up and coral plantation
- Audio system adapted for people with auditory disabilities (multilingual looping system).
Not included
- Gratuities
- Pick up and drop off service
- Extra services offered on board
Options you can book
48-Hour & 60-minute Catamaran
Combo: 48-hour Barcelona City Tour Hop On - Hop Off plus 60-minute cruise along Barcelona coast with an ecological catamaran Duration: 2 days: Please note that the 48-hour ticket must be used on consecutive days.
24-Hour & 60-minute Catamaran
Combo catamaran: 24-hour Barcelona City Tour Hop On - Hop Off plus 60-minute cruise along Barcelona coast with an ecological catamaran
24-Hour Hop On Hop Off Ticket
48-Hour Hop On Hop Off Ticket
Duration: 2 days: Please note that the ticket must be used on consecutive days.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- no, de, sv, ru, pt, cmn, en, it, fr, es, ar, ja, he, tr, nl
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Julia Travel Madrid
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unlimited use on Barcelona City Hop-on Hop-off Tour for 24 or 48-hour, depending on option selected. Please note that the 48-hour ticket must be used on consecutive days
- Please note: the itinerary is subject to change due to events being celebrated in the city (demonstrations, sport and cultural events, official acts, etc.) or force majeure reasons
- You can only redeem your voucher on board the bus. The bus staff will give you your catamaran ticket, which is located nearby Columbus.
- In case of Catamaran cruise cancellation due to meteorological causes, an alternative day will be offered to the client, if this is not possible, a partial amount of the reservation will be refunded.
- Please note that the catamaran schedules are informative and subject to availability.
- Audio system adapted for people with auditory disabilities (multilingual looping system). Through this system, passengers will be able to listen to audio through your headphones without the need for wires. Seats that have this system are signaled and passengers who need the system to hear the audio will have priority.
- Remember that pets are only allowed if they are transported in a basket suitably prepared.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3,140 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
3,140 verified traveler reviews for Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The excursion was very...
The excursion was very poorly managed. Our bus broke down and we sat in 90 degree heat for approximately 30 minutes before being told of the situation. It took another 20minutes or so to be put on another bus. At no time was an explanation given.
via Viator
Be aware
When we purchase the tour, it was specified that is 24 hours hub and hop out and you can take it from any location in reality. The bus only operates from 9 o’clock to 7:00 o’clock,and when we went to one of the bus stops last night at 9 :30 pm which was the time listed on our ticket they refused to let us in and asked us to come back the following morning at 9 am so apparently saying that the ticket we bought for 24 hours it’s not true so be aware .
via Viator
Frustrating and a waste of money
I can’t even review the experience as we were unable to board any of the buses. Waited over a hour at a stop near to our hotel and then tried another only to be turned down as they were all full. Now they have refused to refund us! They will know the tickets were never scanned,
via Tripadvisor
Great for Sightseeing!
Highly recommend! The catamaran was a great added bonus. I recommend doing the 48h ticket simply because there is so much to see and do. The buses ran frequently which was nice and convenient.
via Viator
It was great! We were...
It was great! We were impressed with the program and the buses were modern and clean. Also the driver was very careful.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $39 to $57
- Booked in 30 days
- 1,101
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Barcelona.
How much does Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip cost?
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Prices start at $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Barcelona usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Barcelona is not rushed.
Is Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 3,146 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Barcelona, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip?
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Around 1,101 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Barcelona can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Barcelona and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Catamaran trip start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Barcelona within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Barcelona?
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Barcelona's Gaudí sites are capacity-limited and the official timed tickets go first, so most of the market is resellers with a guide attached. We weight those heavily on whether the guide is an architecture specialist. Beyond Gaudí, the tapas crawls in Gràcia and the Montserrat day trips carry the highest rankings in the city. On Outty we rank every Barcelona experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Gràcia Tapas and Vermouth Crawl, Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona, Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, Cliff Jump & lunch Small Group. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
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May, June, September and October. Sagrada Família light is best mid-morning. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Barcelona?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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