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Steel Donkey Bike Tour: Explore Hidden Charms of Barcelona in Small Groups
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579 Ratings
Barcelona
Embark on a 4-hour bike tour in Barcelona, exploring hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path attractions. Ride in small groups, discover local secrets, and immerse yourself in the city’s culture.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar - On most tours we pass by this sensational Gothic masterpiece and admire the rose-window façade, before exploring the rest of El Born.
- El Born - We love to show travellers the hidden back streets of the Born district, full of secrets, boutiques, artisan shops and cosy cafes…. the central ‘square’ used to be a medieval jousting ground!
- Parc de la Ciutadella - This gorgeous park is named after the citadel that once sat here. We explore its many points of interest, including a fountain partially-designed by Gaudi, and get some oxygen in our lungs.
- Torre Agbar - This phallic-shaped wonder is one of the most iconic buildings in Barcelona. We marvel at its multi-hued exterior and discuss the modernisation of the city.
- Los Encantes Barcelona - We often stop off at this charming old flea market and shop for kitsch souvenirs, or stop for a snack. The entire area has been revitalised in recent years.
- El Poblenou - This former industrial district is full of treasures, such as modern parks, neoclassical cemeteries, street art, superblocks, and dazzling new architectural projects. Its quieter than the centre and ideal for cycling around.
- Port Olimpic - Built for the 1992 Olympic Games this shining white marina transformed Barcelona’s coast and is full of bars, clubs and modern sculptures… like Frank Gehry’s golden fish.
- Playa de La Barceloneta - No cycle ride in Barcelona is complete without a ride along the beach. We normally reserve this route for the way home, enjoying the sun on our faces and the carnival atmosphere of this crazy playa.
What's Included
- Bike rental included
- Guided by a knowledgeable local
- Bike lock provided for security
- Optional bike helmet available on request
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Experience Barcelona from an unusual perspective during this 4-hour off-track bike tour.
Join a group, limited to 8 participants (excluding guide), for a more personalized exploration of the city.
Uncover hidden gems like the Hospital de Sant Pau and the astonishing Poblenou’s neoclassical cemetery.
This tour is not about visiting famous landmarks or listening to common trivia from guidebooks, rather it’s about biking to corners of the city which even locals are unaware of, guided by a seasoned and enthusiastic guide!
Each tour is unique, some of the exciting activities you might encounter include a trip to a flea market, understanding Barcelona’s art nouveau and modern architecture, marveling at street art, taking a pastry and tapas break in a local bar, and biking along the Barceloneta beach.
Our dedication to small group explorations ensures that in contrast to mainstream city bike tours, you won’t just learn about Barcelona, you’ll actually experience it!
- Infant seats (free of charge!) are available on request if advised at time of booking
- Travellers must be able to ride a bike
Location
Steel Donkey Bike Tours Barcelona
Moll de la Marina
Shop of Ocean Bikes - Space to Sail at the bottom level inside the Olympic port
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Christoski
Aug 13, 2024
A great way to see the city - Alejandra was a fantastic guide. There was a good balance of riding vs stopping, so we were able to cover lots of ground and see many areas. Alejandra was approachable, considerate, and friendly, making sure the group always had everything they needed (e.g., stops for water, photos, WC).
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Katemills82
Aug 9, 2024
Incredible personal tour with lovely Mariana - We had such an amazing tour with lovely Mariana - she was honestly amazing, so kind fun and completely understood and took on our needs
We traveled all around Barcelona at our own pace and got to see things we would never have seen and taste amazing food
I would highly recommend the tour group and the lovely Mariana
Thank you so much
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Elizabeth_p
Aug 9, 2024
Your with family - Our tour guide Julio was great! We learned about the history of Barcelona and got to see a lot of the city we wouldn’t have with out the tour. The bikes we used were in good condition. The city has a great system of bike lanes that make you feel safe getting around. Would definitely recommend.
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H3222jajamesc
Aug 7, 2024
Off the usual bike path - Augustine was a great guide. Got to see a different perspective of the city. Did the tour day one of our trip, was a great way to get a layout of the city.
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Annaws4968da
Jul 30, 2024
Amazing bicycle tour of Barcelona - What an amazing experience! I was worried the tour may be too long for me but it was at a very leisurely pace with lots of stops for photos and refreshments as and when required. Our guide Bella was absolutely fantastic. She spoke excellent English and took us to so many places we would never have found ourselves. Her local knowledge was first class and we learnt so much about Barcelona's history and culture. She also gave us lots if tips for places to visit later in.our stay. We cannot recommend this tour and especially Bella highly enough!
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Pauline_j
Jul 29, 2024
Enjoyable 4 bike bike tour - I really enjoyed this, the guide Agustin was very laid back and friendly, shared lots of facts. The bike ride was at a nice pace, he always checked to ensure we were ok. It was a very hot day however riding through the tree lined streets the breeze was very pleasant. Thank you Augustin ( hope this is how to spell your name, if not my apologies). PJ 29/7/24
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Lightpacker0909
Jul 27, 2024
Best bicycle tour guide ever! - I booked steel donkey bike tours because of the description about it being perfect for kids. It was the best experience we had in Barcelona. Our tour guide was on time, full of energy, and knew her facts and history. She was awesome! Mariana, you will always be remembered for your fun, upbeat personality! You encouraged my daughter who wasn’t really feeling it in the beginning and ended up completing almost 10 miles with the rest of the group. Now she wants to go everyday! We are so happy we booked this tour.
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Alexss808pq
Jul 26, 2024
24 hours in Barcelona - this is a must - We booked a private tour with Claudia and it was the best thing I’ve ever done in Barcelona. Our original flight was cancelled and we arrived BCN with only 24 hours to see the city before carrying on to our next destination. We covered a ton of ground at a leisurely pace, learned a ton, and my kids 13 and 11 had a great time. My 11 year old is the wiggly type and being on a bike was a much better activity than a walking or bus tour. Highly recommend. Thank you Claudia!
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946stepha
Jul 18, 2024
Great way to see the city and get your bearings! - This tour was a great way to start off a trip in Barcelona! Having never been to Barcelona before, I got a good introduction to the city and got my bearings while enjoying some sights and information from the guide, Julio! The cycling was flat and easy on the city bike, would recommend!
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Nicole
Jul 15, 2024
So much fun - This was one of our favorite tours anywhere we have been. It was perfectly paced, fun and educational. Our teens get bored with typical tours and they lived the biking element. Our guide Augustine was amazing - friendly, knowledgeable, careful about safety riding around the city.
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