About this experience
On our FC Barcelona football walking tour, you’ll visit fun and fascinating spots in the centre of Barcelona. Over the course of about three hours, we’ll share wonderful and interesting stories about football in Barcelona, with a particular focus on FC Barcelona. Naturally, players such as Johan Cruijff and Leo Messi feature prominently in our football stories about Barcelona. During the Barcelona football walking tour, we’ll also show you some stunning photos, giving you even more insight into how football is experienced at FC Barcelona. Many of the photos were taken by us, so there’s a great story behind every one.
Other topics we’ll cover during the walking tour include
- The origins and history of FC Barcelona
- Johan Cruijff and his relationship with FC Barcelona
- The legendary Messi era
- The rivalry with other clubs such as Real Madrid and Espanyol
- The famous La Masia, where players such as Messi and Iniesta spent their time during their youth training.
- Great and interesting stories about FC Barcelona
- Club football in Barcelona and various amateur clubs
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Frequently asked.
What language is this tour in?
English or Dutch There are several tours each day, in the morning and afternoon The first booking request we receive determines whether the tour will be in English or Dutch; we’ll let you know after you’ve made your request so you can still change your booking if you wish.
Can a Barcelona football tour also be done by bike?
Absolutely, we also offer a football bike tour; please check this website for the various bike tours we offer.
Do we also visit Camp Nou during this tour?
No, Camp Nou is too far from the city centre; we have a separate walking tour in the Camp Nou neighbourhood where we tell you all about Camp Nou, La Masia, the new stadium, etc. We can, if required, organise a bespoke private tour, which is extra-long and includes, for example, Camp Nou.
Is a drink included in this FC Barcelona bike tour?
No, we recommend bringing your own drink. We do take a break along the way, and depending on the group’s preference, we may even be able to stop at a terrace for a drink on request.
Is there car parking available at the meeting point?
Yes, there are plenty of parking spaces; we can provide further information on this. After booking, we can assist with this on request.
Can I still cancel this Barcelona football walking tour free of charge after booking?
Yes, you can cancel completely free of charge or change the date up to 48 hours before the start; see the terms and conditions for details.
Is this tour child-friendly?
This tour is suitable for children.
What is the group size?
We walk with a group of around 10 people on average. However, we also cater for larger groups, to whom we offer a private tour.
What if we have a larger group of more than 10 people?
Please contact us regarding larger groups so that we can work out a solution together.
Is there a toilet stop en route during this tour?
During the bike tour, there will be time to take a short break for a toilet stop if required.
What should I bring on this tour?
A bottle of water is always handy, and on hot days it’s advisable to bring sun cream, sunglasses and perhaps a cap. Make sure you wear comfortable clothing.
Am I insured during this FC Barcelona walking tour?
Participation in this tour is at your own risk. We do everything we can to ensure that everything runs smoothly and safely. We recommend that our guests take out their own travel or accident insurance for extra peace of mind during your holiday or trip to Barcelona. As a company, we hold valid professional liability insurance (Responsabilidad Civil Profesional) in accordance with Spanish law.
How do you get from the Costa Brava, Girona or Tarragona to Barcelona by public transport?
The Spanish railways, RENFE, offer an extensive network of trains connecting towns on the Costa Brava and Costa Daurada with Barcelona. Regional lines such as the R1 and RT2 provide a direct connection to the city centre. Google Maps is very useful for finding the right route.
What happens in the event of rain or bad weather?
This doesn’t happen often. In principle, the tour goes ahead as normal in the rain. However, we are flexible and can adapt, perhaps taking shelter somewhere for a while. If you’d rather not do this, we’ll discuss whether we can find an alternative time or cancel the tour in accordance with the terms and conditions.
What information will I learn on this FC Barcelona bike tour?
This tour covers the history and present day of FC Barcelona, the history of Camp Nou, players such as Johan Cruyff, Maradona and Messi, the origins of club football in Barcelona, and key information about the Club, its socios and supporters’ groups.
What will we see?
We’ll be staying in the centre of Barcelona and visiting places that are significant to the city’s football history. Barcelona is more than just football, so along the way we’ll also show you other lovely spots in the city. We’ll also give you tips on the best football shops in Barcelona, which we’ll pass by.
Can we leave our luggage with you?
This is possible on request, but space is limited, so please ask in advance so we can discuss it. A small fee may apply depending on the number of bags, suitcases, etc.
Do you only offer Dutch-language bike tours?
No, we also offer tours in English.
Do you sell tickets for the Barça Museum?
Yes, on request we can help with the purchase of admission tickets for the FC Barcelona museum.
Do you sell tickets for FC Barcelona matches?
Yes, we have good contacts at FC Barcelona and can arrange tickets for FC Barcelona matches; we can also organise a complete football trip to Barcelona.
Where do the FC Barcelona players live?
During the tour, we can tell you all about where the FC Barcelona players live.
Can we attend an FC Barcelona training session?
It is sometimes possible to attend an FC Barcelona training session. If you are interested, please contact us to discuss the options.
Why is this walking tour different?
Our cycling and walking tours are unique. Over the past 20 years, we have attended nearly 500 FC Barcelona matches, regularly visit other matches at different levels, and have built up a large network and heard many football stories from our Catalan friends and acquaintances.
What are the booking, payment and cancellation terms and conditions?
Advance booking is required. Bookings can be made for as few as one person; however, on quiet days, we may contact you to suggest a different time if we only have one person booked. We do not require a deposit at the time of booking; in the confirmation email, we will explain how you can easily make payment. You can cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before the start of your booking. Cancellations can be made by email or via WhatsApp / Telegram. Special conditions apply to groups of more than 10 people, which we will communicate to you following your enquiry.
