Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch
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Is Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch worth booking?
Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch is a 10.5-hour experience in Barcelona, Spain, from $115 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 581 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (581)
- Duration
- 10.5 hours
- From
- $115 per person
Discover the best of the Costa Brava on this small-group day trip from Barcelona. Travel along one of Europe’s most beautiful coastlines, where pine-covered cliffs meet hidden coves. Visit Blanes to relax at a secluded b
What you get
About this experience
Discover the best of the Costa Brava on this small-group day trip from Barcelona. Travel along one of Europe’s most beautiful coastlines, where pine-covered cliffs meet hidden coves. Visit Blanes to relax at a secluded beach or wander the clifftop Marimurtra Botanical Gardens, then enjoy a traditional lunch with drinks. In the afternoon, explore the medieval charm of Tossa de Mar with free time to stroll its cobbled streets, castle walls, or seaside promenade. With a maximum of 16 travelers, you’ll experience the Costa Brava in comfort and with personal attention from your guide.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch with a glass of sangria, wine or beer or a soda or mineral water
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Palace of Catalan Music
8.15am - You will start your day at our main office, which is right next to the famous Palau de la Música. You will meet your guide, have time to use the restrooms, and perhaps even grab a quick coffee before the tour begin. Your guide will explain all about the day ahead and what to expect as you wait for you tour to leave.
15 minutes here
Eixample
8.30am - You will leave Barcelona though the Eixample district of town. As you head out of the city, your guide will give you a brief history of Barcelona, before letting you sit back and relax on the 60 minute drive to Blanes.
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Cala de Sant Francesc
9.45am - In just over an hour, you will be transported from the hustle and bustle of the busy Mediterranean city of Barcelona, to one of the most breathtakingly beautiful stretches of coastline in the whole of Europe - the Costa Brava. Cala de Sant Francesc, known only to locals, is one of the few remaining coves on the coast that have avoided the crowds of tourists and big commercial developments. Our early morning departure from Barcelona means you’ll have the beach to yourself, and you’ll be able to enjoy a secluded swim in the crystal-clear waters, or wander alone the shoreline. You have the option to stay on the beach for the next two hours, or leave the sand for another day and come with us to the famous botanical gardens. With a little bit of effort, you’ll even find time to do both.
30 minutes here
Jardi Botanic Marimurtra
10.15am - The Marimurtra botanical gardens are home to a wide variety of exotic plants, but it is the amazing views from high up on the cliffs that makes this stop an absolute must. The turquoise blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea stretch out endlessly into the distance, while far beneath you the waves crash in an explosion of white against the wild coastline. You’ll not want to leave the cliff tops, but a typical Mediterranean lunch is waiting for you in a local restaurant. You can choose to spend all morning here, or you can spend an hour wandering the gardens and then go back to the beach you first visited.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Blanes
12.30pm - After we leave the botanical garden and beach we will stop first at the Castle of Sant Joan, with its magnificent views over Blanes. From there we descend into the town for the highlight of the day, a feast of traditional local dishes and Sangria at a local family run restaurant. All the dishes are lovingly handmade and they have built a deserved reputation as one of the best kept secrets in town. After lunch, we will take a short drive to Tossa de Mar.
150 minutes here
Tossa de Mar
3.45pm - The final stop of the day is Tossa de Mar, home to the last remaining preserved fortified town on the Costa Brava Coast. You will have time to walk up to the lighthouse along cobbled streets with the ever-present backdrop of the Costa Brava coastline completing your view. From the lighthouse on top of the hill, you’ll wander back down through the old medieval town before dropping into a maze of narrow streets lined with traditional whitewashed houses and shops. After a couple of hours exploring Tossa de Mar, we will head back to Barcelona, arriving at about 7pm.
120 minutes here
Plaza de Catalunya
7.00 - 7.15pm - We end the day in Plaça Catalunya. From here, you can easily take the metro or a taxi back to your hotel. Otherwise, your guide will be more than happy to make some recommendations of where to have dinner.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Barcelona
All of our tours meet at our office, which is directly across from the outside cafe area of the Palau de la Musica. We advise that you arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Depending on the size of the group and the traffic restrictions on the day of the tour, your tour will finish back at the office, or in Plaça Catalunya, which is an easy 3-5 minute walk from the office.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Explore Catalunya
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring you bathing suit and towel if you plan to visit the cove in Blanes
- This tour operates in English only
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 579 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
579 verified traveler reviews for Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Lunch
We had a nice time on the tour. It seemed a little backwards. The tour should start at Tossa de Mar and finish at Cala de Sant Francesc. You don’t get the beach to yourself. It was a very pretty beach. Where they took us for lunch ( don’t remember name) was a wonderful meal.
via Viator
Great experience!
Amazing experience. Nuria was a great guide and gave a lot of helpful advice. You get to see a lot of beautiful parts and enjoy the sea. Definitely recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Sergi was our tour guide!...
Sergi was our tour guide! He was extremely kind and provided us with lots of information about the places we visited!!
via Viator
Costa Brava was BRAVO !!
Fantastic trip and to see the Costa Brava area was special. Can Sabata restaurant was great food. Xavi, our guide, was very knowledgeable, entertaining and made sure everyone was enjoying the trip. I would recommend this as a not to miss experience.
via Tripadvisor
Best of the best!
The tour was amazing!! Tour guide Carmen was an absolute joy to be with! The whole group was filled with laughter and good vibes! The time at the locations was just enough to enjoy with loved ones! It was worth all our money!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 203
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 85
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Barcelona.
How much does Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $115 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 Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 10.5 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 Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 581 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Barcelona, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch?
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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 Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch?
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Around 203 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 10.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch 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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