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Barcelona Art & Design School Trips & Tours

An art school trip to Barcelona offers pupils the chance to see amazing architecture, some of the best art galleries in the world and the works of world-renowned artists including Gaudí, Picasso and Dalí.

An art and design study tour to the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona certainly won’t disappoint. The rich history of the city, as well as the talents of many well-known artists, is visible throughout the city’s many museums, landmarks and educational visits. With NST, we'll tailor-make your Barcelona art school trip itinerary to ensure that your pupils have the opportunity to explore this colourful destination whilst building on classroom-based learning and getting the very most from their art and design experience.

A year-round art and design school tour destination with inspiring surroundings and numerous exciting sketching opportunities.

Prices start from £499pp

Sketching Sessions

Sketching Sessions

Inspiring sketching opportunities available
Free Booking Service

Free Booking Service

Jump the queues with our free gallery booking service
NST City Rep

NST City Rep

Assistance on-hand whilst you’re away

Price includes

  • 3 nights’ B&B accommodation
  • Return flights and airport transfers in resort
  • Services of NST Barcelona Representative to assist with check-in and provide 24hr assistance
  • Extensive group travel insurance
  • 1 in 10 free place ratio

Price shown is based on 40 paying passengers departing from a London airport and is subject to availability.

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Top visits

Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya

One of the world’s leading collections of modern art, from 1850 to the present.  This eclectic structure created for fine arts goes back to the 19th century. This is a collection of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance art. Also houses a separate 19th-20th century art and photography section.

Dalí’s House in Portlligat

Gala and Dalí structured this house in the form of a labyrinth and decorated it over a 40-year period from 1930 to 1970.

Dalí Theatre & Museum

The spectacular Dalí museum will astound groups with its surrealism, from its exterior architecture to the paintings, sculptures, furniture and 3D collages within.

This museum contains the broadest range of work from Salvador Dalí’s career and the building of the museum is as surreal as the exhibits within. One room even turns into Mae West’s face when viewed from a small stage.

Figueres

This typically Catalan town is famous as the birthplace and resting place of the artist Salvador Dalí. It’s also home to a fascinating toy museum and numerous shops and cafés. 

Park Güell

Take a visit to the famous park which was designed by Antonio Gaudí. Beautiful examples of his extraordinary work can be seen here. The serpentine pathways take you on a journey past a magnificent fusion of architecture and natural forms, benches shaped like dragons, a gatehouse topped with fly agaric mushrooms and Casa Batlló’s melting façade, resembling skulls, masks and sharks teeth. The park’s high-point also provides fabulous views of the city.

 

Las Ramblas

Students will enjoy wandering along this famous street with its variety of shops, cafés, market stalls and street entertainers.

Museu Picasso

A tribute to perhaps the greatest painter of modern times. Picasso’s experiments with Impressionism, Pointillism and Symbolism are shown here in his unrivalled early works. Picasso’s personal style can be noted from the Blue to Pink Period (1901-17) and a gradual move into more experimental cubism and abstract forms.

 

La Sagrada Família

Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece remains a popular tourist attraction and a world renowned emblem of the city. Students will be amazed by its sheer size and its architectural complexity.

Based on Gaudí’s plans of 1954, this stunning building is still under construction and is due to be completed in 2026. 

Gaudi Experience

Take an interactive and 4D journey through the creative universe of this genius of Modernist Architecture at G Experiència and discover what lies behind Antoni Gaudí’s innovative architectural language.

Gaudi Exhibition Center including Virtual Reality Experience

The Gaudí Exhibition Center represents the starting point on the way to discovering who Gaudí was, finding out why and how he defined and executed his work, and so be able to take real advantage of the experience of visiting his buildings in Barcelona. It's a one-of-a-kind exhibition where the visitor will understand in a very enjoyable way how Gaudí became such a renowned architect.

Included in the visit is the virtual reality experience - a trip to the past that takes you directly to the interior of the Crypt of the Colònia Güell hand in hand with Antoni Gaudí.

Museu d’Art Contemporani (MACBA)

A glittering white home for late 20th century art. This fascinating museum rotates a selection of work from 1920s to 1980s and includes works by Brossa, Tápies, Ponç and Guixant, who produced early experiments in abstraction and mixed media.

 

Art Tour

Go on an art-packed journey that spans Barcelona’s history from the Romans to Picasso & Dali, right up to today’s current local art scene, a colourful mix of graffiti-filled streets and contemporary art galleries.

Street Art Tour

Discover Barcelona's street art movement, from the city's latest graffiti to the hidden artworks and murals that decorate its maze of colourful streets and visit two street art galleries.

Street Art Master Class

Graffiti masterclass with a professional street artist. learn about street art styles and techniques and paint an outdoor mural alongside a graffiti master.

Join a local street art expert to walk around El Gotico and El Raval where students will get to know the city's underground street art scene and discover its best-hidden graffiti, paste-ups, and murals. The walk will end in El Raval at the Three Chimneys Graffiti park: the heart of the street art scene, where the group will meet a local street artist for their workshop.

During the workshop, students will be creating a mural on one of the park's walls. Here they will learn different techniques to work with spray cans, talk about creating their own image or text, and then work together with the artist to create an original street art piece.

Flamenco Show

This fascinating show, based on the heart-stopping and passionate art of Flamenco dancing, is a must for groups and a true cultural experience from Spain’s musical heritage.

Poble Espanyol

A complete village consisting of streets and squares with reconstructions of famous or characteristic buildings from all over Spain. Students can practise their language skills in the many buildings housing working craftspeople, souvenir shops, cafés and restaurants. Interactive workshops on Spanish crafts such as ceramics and leather jewellery, and Spanish cooking are also available for groups at Poble Espanyol.

RCD Espanyol

A guided tour through a unique setting. Have you ever imagined yourself being a coach? Speaking in the press room? Sitting in the new first team dressing room? Feeling pre-match nerves in the tunnel? Or even watching the game from the presidential box? An experience that brings you closer to the world of football and makes you feel like a footballer. The tour also includes a visit to the club’s museum and the multimedia area.

Spotify Camp Nou Experience

With the main stadium closed for rennovation, you can still behold the magic of FC Barcelona with the Spotify Camp Nou Experience.

The former ice rink has been transformed into a specatacular immersive exhibition of the history, players, trophies and values of FC Barcelona. 

Museum of Illusions & Big Fun Museum

The Big Fun Museum comprises 8 museums under one roof in the heart of Barcelona! Explore thematic rooms, incredible 3D facilities, mazes, illusions and wonders with every step as you become part of the exhibition.

A five-minute walk away is the Museum of Illusions - a gallery of large 3D paintings designed for visitors to stand, sit or lie in to become part of the art!

Fundación Joan Miró

A white-walled temple to the art of Joan Miró, the most Catalan of all artists.  The Miró Foundation houses donated work, including tapestries which contain elements of textile, paint and collage by Miró. Also displayed are leading 20th century artists, such as Duchamp and Rauschenberg, perfect for the study of form, colour and texture.

 

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On-tour support

On-tour support includes...

Additional on-tour support available...

  • Pre-booked meals at great group prices
  • Pre-paid Barcelona public transport tickets
  • A choice of packed lunches for your group throughout your stay

 

Accommodation

Popular options in Barcelona

This is only a sample of our entire range, so for expert advice on accommodation to suit your group’s specific needs, speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors.

Hotel Roma Reial

A very busy, city centre hotel which accommodates pupil parties from all over Europe. Here you’ll find good, budget accommodation in a lively, central location which very good value for money. We think it is best suited to older, self-sufficient school groups and pupils.

 

 

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Barcelona Urbany Hostel

Situated in central Barcelona, this modern hostel offers simple rooms, great facilities at a really competitive price. Popular with students of all ages. Groups staying at the Urbany can also take part in a 1 hour paella cooking class (extra charge) to learn how to make this typically Spanish dish.

 

 

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Alberg Pere Tarres

A new, modern youth hostel in a central location. Groups staying at the Alberg can also take part in an interactive Photo Rally treasure hunt for an additional charge as part of their stay.

 

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Hotel Roma Reial

A very busy, city centre hotel which accommodates pupil parties from all over Europe. Here you’ll find good, budget accommodation in a lively, central location which very good value for money. We think it is best suited to older, self-sufficient school groups and pupils.

 

 

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Barcelona Urbany Hostel

Situated in central Barcelona, this modern hostel offers simple rooms, great facilities at a really competitive price. Popular with students of all ages. Groups staying at the Urbany can also take part in a 1 hour paella cooking class (extra charge) to learn how to make this typically Spanish dish.

 

 

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Alberg Pere Tarres

A new, modern youth hostel in a central location. Groups staying at the Alberg can also take part in an interactive Photo Rally treasure hunt for an additional charge as part of their stay.

 

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FAQs

What makes Barcelona such an inspiring destination for art & design students?

Barcelona is a creative powerhouse, home to world‑famous architecture, galleries and public art. Students can explore the works of Gaudí, Picasso and Dalí in the vibrant surroundings that shaped them, giving them instant inspiration and rich visual research for their coursework. 

How can this trip support students’ sketchbook and portfolio development?

With striking architecture, colourful streets and dynamic public spaces, Barcelona offers countless opportunities for on‑site sketching and visual recording. Students can capture textures, structures, patterns and perspectives that feed directly into GCSE and A‑level portfolios.

What kinds of art‑focused visits can be included in our itinerary?

NST can tailor your trip to include major galleries, contemporary museums, Gaudí landmarks and creative neighbourhoods across the city. Whether your students are exploring modernism, surrealism or contemporary art, Barcelona provides a range of visits that enrich classroom learning.

How does NST help groups navigate Barcelona’s busy cultural hotspots?

NST’s free gallery booking service helps groups skip queues at key venues, and an NST Barcelona City Representative is on hand to support your group throughout the stay. Pre‑booked meals and public transport tickets can also be arranged to keep your itinerary running smoothly. 

Where do groups usually stay during an art & design trip to Barcelona?

NST works with a selection of school‑friendly hotels and hostels across the city, chosen for their safety, convenience and suitability for student groups. These locations provide easy access to major galleries, waterfront areas and Gaudí’s architectural highlights.

What’s included in a typical NST Art & Design package to Barcelona?

A standard package includes B&B accommodation, return flights, in‑resort transfers, group travel insurance and a free place ratio for teachers. And don’t forget - every itinerary is designed bespoke to support your students’ creative aims and curriculum needs.

Giving you full support throughout

Before your tour

  • Dedicated NST expert from day one
  • Responsive, flexible communication - Teams, phone, or email
  • Same-day quotes
  • Trips tailored to your budget, with transparent pricing
  • Straightforward planning - we handle the details
  • Step-by-step risk assessment guidance
  • Free accommodation for group leader preview visits
  • Curriculum-driven, enriching experiences across 100s of locations
  • Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise

Whilst you're away

  • Our travel app keeps all your info in one place
  • On-tour support from our reps on the ground
  • Support & assistance from our specialists
  • 24/7 helpline and support
  • Extensive group travel insurance
  • Group-friendly accommodation
  • Free educational resources

On your return

  • Priority rebooking services
  • Loyalty reward scheme for valued customers
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Speak to one of our school travel experts

Our team of school travel experts have unrivalled destination knowledge and experience so they can help to bring your tour ideas to life and might even suggest options you hadn’t already thought of too!

So get in touch today and we'll help to create a bespoke, budget-friendly tour itinerary to meet your specific learning requirements.

 

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