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Barcelona Cultural School Trips & Tours

A cultural school trip to the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona certainly won’t disappoint! The seaside city is steeped in history, offering a diverse range of educational visits and language enrichment experiences. NST can tailor-make your study tour itinerary to ensure that your pupils have the opportunity to explore this colourful destination whilst building on classroom-based learning.

During an NST cultural school trip to Barcelona, pupils will experience all things Catalonian. The rich history of the city, as well as the talents of its artists including Gaudí, Picasso and Dalí, is visible throughout the city’s many museums, landmarks and attractions.

Prices start from £549pp


NST City Rep

NST City Rep

Assistance on-hand whilst you’re away

Price includes

  • 3 nights’ B&B accommodation
  • Return flights and overseas airport transfers
  • Extensive group travel insurance
  • 1 in 10 free place ratio

Price shown is based on 40 paying passengers from selected departure points and is subject to availability.


On-tour support

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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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Urbany Hostel BCN GO!

A modern hostel located in the heart of the city centre. Please note this is a very busy, city centre hostel accommodating older student parties from all over Europe, as well as individual backpackers and budget travellers such as stag parties. Whilst the hostel offers an excellent location and very good value for money, it is really best  suited to older, self-sufficient school groups and university students. Some noise may be expected and meeting/recreational facilities are limited.

 

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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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Urbany Hostel BCN GO!

A modern hostel located in the heart of the city centre. Please note this is a very busy, city centre hostel accommodating older student parties from all over Europe, as well as individual backpackers and budget travellers such as stag parties. Whilst the hostel offers an excellent location and very good value for money, it is really best  suited to older, self-sufficient school groups and university students. Some noise may be expected and meeting/recreational facilities are limited.

 

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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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Top visits

Montjuïc

This historic, hilly area provides the best views of Barcelona. Students can explore its wide range of attractions, including the Olympic Stadium and the famous Spanish Village, Poble Espanyol, as well as artisan workshops and tapas bars. The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc offers a spectacular display of colour, light, movement, water and music too!

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. 

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.

Gothic Quarter

Originally a Roman Village, this beautiful area is a fantastic combination of old and new with the main attraction of a stunning cathedral. The narrow winding streets, with their many shops and eateries, are great for exploring!

Las Golondrinas Boat Trip

This 60 minute trip across the Port of Barcelona will allow you to see the main cultural sites along the Port area, including the Maremagnum, Aquarium, the ‘Porta d’Europa’ bridge, a great view of the castle and Montjuïc. 

Art Galleries & Museums

The city is home to a number of fascinating art galleries and museums including the Modern Art Museum and the Picasso Museum.

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.

Markets

The markets at La Boqueria on the Ramblas (daily) and Plaça de les Glories (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays) are the ideal place to put language skills to the test and pick up a bargain.

Tapas Tasting Evening

Taste a wide variety of traditional Spanish dishes at this fun and popular evening activity. Available within all resorts.

Port Vell

The renovated harbour area has a number of attractions including the IMAX Cinema and Maremagnum. Students can explore the largest aquarium in Europe, observing over 450 different species and marvellous underwater scenes. Visit the wide range of shops, eateries, an arcade games centre and a state-of-the-art large screen cinema, offering 3D movie experiences, too! 

PortAventura

We have been working closely with PortAventura to bring you the very best value tickets.

PortAventura has everything to make a trip here unforgettable! Both students and teachers will have a great time in the two amazing parks. PortAventura Park is an astonishing amusement park divided in six thematic areas with many rides and shows. Costa Caribe Aquatic Park is a water park packed with waves and slides. 

Together you can travel around the six themed areas of the park: Mediterrània, China, México, Polynesia, Far West and SésamoAventura. Take in several shows, from the dazzling wonders of Teatro Imperial in China to the exotic dances of Polynesia and then enjoy the thrills and spills of the many, many rides. 

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. 

Chocolate Museum and Workshop

Discover the origins of chocolate and it's arrival in Europe. Learn about how the cocoa bean is transformed into the chocolate we see every day. Groups will also take part in a lollipop making and decorating workshop, using techniques and confectionary tools to create something delicious to eat!


Activities & enrichment week trip ideas

Culture Week

Take your culture vultures to this fabulous seaside city which is steeped in history, with amazing art and architecture. This is a jam-packed full-on four-day trip!

Whether your pupils want to look around the colossal Nou Camp Stadium or marvel at the magnificent Sagrada Família, there is something for everyone in Barcelona.

• Take part in a Flamenco class – a true cultural experience from Spain’s musical heritage.

Tapas tasting - taste a wide variety of traditional Spanish dishes.

Poble Espanyol - A complete village consisting of streets and squares with reconstructions of famous or characteristic buildings from all over Spain.

Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya - An expert guide will take your group around the facilities:

The Briefing Room, Race Control, the Paddock, the Podium, the Media Centre and the Pit Garages.

• Visit the world famous Nou Camp Stadium and experience the awe-inspiring size of this venue, whilst also learning about the heritage and history of Barcelona FC.

La Sagrada Família - Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece remains a popular tourist attraction and a world-renowned emblem of the city.

• Take a visit to the famous Park Güell which was also designed by Antonio Gaudí.

• Visit the Gothic Quarter which was originally a Roman Village. The narrow winding streets, with their many shops and eateries, are great for exploring!

• Take a Las Golondrinas boat trip across the Port of Barcelona.

• Spend a day at PortAventura, which has everything to make a school trip unforgettable!


Transport

We can arrange for your group to fly from a range of UK airports and we’ll work with you to plan your route at the best value possible.

Flight

Available from any location in the UK, our executive coaches are fitted with seatbelts, toilet facilities, air conditioning, DVD and reclining seats.

Coach


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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Our tour to Barcelona was well planned, with representatives provided by NST always there on time and helpful. Any coach journeys or transfers always arrived on time and were of good quality. It was a very successful trip.”

Michael Anderton, Sheldon School