Barcelona by Bike: Explore and feel Barcelona like a local Bike Tour

Discover the best of Barcelona on two wheels! This fun and informative bike tour takes you through 2,000 years of history — from Roman ruins and medieval streets to Gaudí’s masterpieces and modern gems. Ride through the city’s most iconic neighborhoods as our local guides share captivating stories, legends, and cultural insights.

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32

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32

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11 h

Bike

eBike

Level

Easy

Group Size

1-15

Overview

Discover Barcelona like never before with Bike Tour Barcelona. Feel the Mediterranean breeze and explore the city’s most iconic sights in the most fun and authentic way—on two wheels. Glide through historic streets, vibrant neighborhoods, and along the coast with the ease of a bike, while our expert guides bring the stories of Barcelona to life in an engaging and entertaining way.

Forget crowded buses and long walks. On a bike, you’ll experience the freedom to cover more ground effortlessly, discovering hidden corners and the city’s most famous landmarks. Every stop reveals something special, from the impressive Gothic architecture of Santa Maria del Mar to the lush beauty of Ciutadella Park and the unforgettable sight of Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia.

The route is designed to capture the essence of Barcelona, combining history, culture, and the local lifestyle. Ride through the lively Born district, admire the Arc de Triomf, and enjoy the sea breeze as you cruise past the beaches of Barceloneta. Along the way, our guides will share insider tips, from the city’s best-kept secrets to the best places to enjoy tapas and wine after your ride.

Bike Tour Barcelona is for everyone. Whether you’re traveling solo, with friends, or as a family, this experience is the perfect way to connect with the city and create unforgettable memories. Our bikes are comfortable and easy to use, the tour is mostly on bike lanes and pedestrian areas, and there’s plenty of time for photos and soaking in the atmosphere.

See more, feel more, and fall in love with Barcelona in a way you’ll never forget. Join Bike Tour Barcelona and make your visit truly memorable!

Itinerary

11:00h

Meeting Point

Pça. Sant Agustí Vell 16
Your guides will be waiting for you at our offices in Plaça Sant Agustí Vell (remember, that is Sant Agustí VELL – in a city as old as Barcelona, there’s two of everything…) in the heart of the neighbourhood of El Born. There, your guides will check you in and set you up with whatever you need for tour. Try to get there a bit before 11:00, especially if you know you will want a helmet. That way we can try out different sizes and still start promptly.

At 11:10, once you and all your co-riders have been checked in and kitted out, your guide will show you to your bikes and give you the run-down of how they work. Your guide will also go over a little bit of common-sense road-safety and explain what you are going to see on your tour around the city. You’ll then be able to give you bike a quick spin to make sure everything is in working order before setting off to the first stop.

11:15h

El Mercat del Born

By 11:15, you will have arrived at your first stop: El Mercat del Born. Here, you will be able to get off your bikes and have a walk around whilst your guide explains the significance of the area to the history of Catalonia and what this building has to do with a young architecture apprentice called Gaudí.

11:35h

Parc de la Ciutadella

After leaving El Born, you’ll cross the Passeig de Picasso into El Parc de la Ciutadella. As you ramble through the open environs of the park, you’ll get to see what has become of the old military installation and how the young architects of Catalan Modernisme contributed to the World’s Fair of 1888.

12:00 h

Arc de Triomf - Port Olímpic

Passing the Arc de Triomf and setting course for the Port Olímpic, you’ll get a full panorama of the new Barcelona. Once at the quay, your guide will be able to point out and explain some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, showing you just how much the city has changed since the transition to democracy.

12:30h

Rambla Poblenou - Pl. Glòries

From the Port Olímpic, you’ll cruise north along the quieter, more local beaches to the Rambla of Poblenou and wind your way up to La Plaça de Les Glòries Catalanes. At the new city centre, you’ll be able to get a glimpse of what the future holds for Barcelona and how it will fit into the tech revolution. 

13:00h

Sagrada Família

By 13:00, you will have reached Gaudí’s breathtaking magnum opus: La Sagrada Família. Your guide will help you uncode the secrets of the world’s most famous work-in-progress, giving you some time to leave the bikes and explore the locale yourself. Once you’ve caught your breath and stretched your legs, you’ll continue through the neighbourhoods of Eixample towards the final stops.

13:10h

Passeig de Gràcia- Casa Milà

Having reached the Passeig de Gracia, you’ll get the opportunity to see two of Gaudí’s most famous houses. The first is Casa Milà, also known as the Pedrera, and you will discover how a building which was once considered one of Gaudí’s least popular designs went on to become an icon of Hollywood cinema. Then, just two streets down, you’ll able to see how this controversial edifice compares with what is widely regarded as Gaudí’s most famous house 

13:30h

Casa Batlló

At La Casa Batllò, your guide will be explain what makes this building so unique and why it holds a special place in the heart of all Barceloníns. Once your guide has reached the climax of this epic story, you’ll be ready to make your way back to where you started and bid your bikes a fond farewell.

14:00h

Back to the shop

By 14:00 you will be back at the shop, where you’ll leave your bikes and helmets, and collect any valuables that you’ve left. At this point, your guide will be able to give you recommendations and any further information you might need for your stay here in Barcelona.

FAQS

What is included in this tour?
Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

  • Fully equipped eBike 
  • Helmet
  • Botled water
  • Local Guide
  • Assistance 
  • Liability insurance

Whats not included in this tour.
Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.

  • Snacks & beverages

      The meeting point is our bike shop at 16 Sant Agustí Vell in the heart of the bohemian neighbourhood of El Born. Remember, that is Sant Agustí Vellin a city as old as Barcelona, there’s two of everything, so make sure you get the right one so that you don’t miss the start.

Your guide will begin check-in fifteen minutes before the tour is due to begin. Try to get there bit before your tours starts, especially if you know you will want a helmet. That way we can try out different sizes and still start promptly.

It’s easy to get lost in the streets of the old town, even if you’ve lived here for years! If you think you’re lost or know that you’re going to arrive a little late, try to let us know as soon as possible. If you call our offices, somebody will be on hand to advise or provide you with directions. If your group has already left, they may even be able to take you to catch up with them. However, it is always best to arrive as punctually as possible in order to avoid any disappointment, so plan your route accordingly or familiarise yourself with the neighbourhood beforehand.

Come rain or shine, Barcelona eBikes Tours hits the roads. Luckily, Barcelona enjoys about 300 days of sun a year, so you’re not likely get caught in the rain. However, in the unlikely event that your stay in the city coincides with a wet spell, you will have to come prepared as we are not able to provide ponchos or rain-macs for everyone.

Helmets are a legal requirement for all riders under 16 years of age. For anybody over 16, helmets are not obligatory but recommendable, especially if you’re not a confident cyclist. Barcelona is a safe, relaxing city for cyclists but the important thing is that you feel comfortable so you can be free to enjoy what the city has to offer.

Barcelona is a very safe city for cyclists of all ages and abilities. The established routes have been planned with safety in mind and are either equipped with cycle-lanes or have been fully pedestrianised. What is more, almost all crossings will take place at traffic lights and our guides know all the safest routes. However, as always, you will need to use your common sense and pay attention to the vehicles around you.

You don’t need to bring much with you to be able to enjoy a bike tour around this vibrant, unique city. Come with clothing and footwear that is appropriate for safely riding a bike. In the summer, you should consider bringing a hat and sunglasses, while in the winter there can be a chill wind, so it is best to bring a jacket or a spare jumper. And as with all bikes, there’s always a risk of oil – so avoid wearing your best whites! During the hottest months, you should also keep sun-cream and an extra bottle of water with you at all times.

The tour will last approximately 3 hours (1100-1400). However, this can vary according to start time, group size, and the ever-present risk of flat tyres. We therefore give ourselves a grace period of about half an hour. Except in rare circumstances, tours are almost always finished by about 1430. If you have other commitments before this time, please let your guide know so that they can make any necessary changes to the itinerary.

If you can ride a regular bike, you can ride an e-bike! The e-bikes are intuitive and incredibly easy to use. Your guide will explain everything you need to know in the pre-tour briefing and you’ll have the chance to ask questions if you still have any doubts.

There is no legal age restrictions for riding a bike. However, there a legal height limit of 145cm (approx. 4’8”) to be able to ride an e-bike. If this minimum height can’t be reached, we can provide one of our standard kids’ bikes and have a selection of seats for infants.

Yes sure.

we have child seats for kids from 9 nmotnths to 5 years old

trailers for kids between 5 years and 8 years old

We have small bikes for children between 5 and 9 years old  ( non electric ) 

We do offer tours specifically designed for families with children in case you would like to go at your own pace 

Check out the family bike tour

Water is provided with all e-bikes. If you have chosen to bring tour own bottle you can refill it here.  us on a regular bike tour, ho

No problem  you can leave it in our office.

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