Literary, Art & Music Tours in Spain

Get a primer on Valencia's culinary scene and street art scene, rolled into one 3-hour walking tour. Stroll through the creative city, which can feel like an open-air museum, stopping for a snack of horchata and fartón, local favorites.

See the old world and new art blended together during this guided, street art tour that uncovers the city's hidden graffiti and murals. Walk the narrow streets of downtown to see works of art emblazoned on streets, alleys, and walls while learning about Barcelona's street at scene and famed artists. Stop at a gallery along the way and learn about different types of street art. Includes a snacks and drinks.

Bring 'The Cathedral of the Sea' - Ildefonso Falcones' stirring debut novel - off of the pages and into real life with this guided walking tour of Barcelona. Explore the Gothic Quarter and the trendy El Born district with a knowledgeable guide, and visit the Church of Santa Maria del Mar, the construction of which provides the backstory for Falcones' thriller, as well as other locations featured in the book.

Immerse yourself in the architecture and creative work of artistic genius Antoni Gaudí on this 3.5-hour afternoon excursion with guide in Barcelona. Take some time to admire the designer's UNESCO World Heritage-listed La Sagrada Familia before heading to Gaudí's iconic Park Güell for a skip-the-line visit. Spend time exploring the park's wealth of mosaic-adorned benches, walls, and sculptures before heading back to the city center to explore the Gaudí-designed residences of Casa Batlló and La Pedrera (Casa Milà).

Immerse yourself in art with a 7-hour tour of Madrid's Golden Triangle, an enclave made up of the Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums. With an art-historian guide and a group limited to 30 people, you'll explore all three of the acclaimed museums and learn about contemporary and historical masterpieces from around the world. Highlights include Velázquez' 'Las Meninas' and Picasso's 'El Guernica.'

Indulge your senses with two of Seville's most famous exports on the 3-hour art and tapas tour. First, explore the Seville Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bella Artes) and learn about its Renaissance and baroque masterpieces from your guide's insightful commentary. Then, move on to a popular tapas bar, where you'll savor two types of local specialties as you discuss the city's art and culinary scenes.

Discover Barcelona's creative side - follow in the footsteps of Picasso and Dali, visit the city's coolest contemporary galleries, and uncover the underground street art scene in this art-packed adventure.  

This tour of Lanzarote is a must for fans of the well-known artist and architect C esar Manrique. In addition to visiting top Lanzarote sights such as Mirador del Rio, Los Valles, and Teguise, see where the artist spent his days at Jameos del Agua and Cueva de los Verdes. Included lunch and insight from your guide round-out this tour and provide great value.

Delve into Spanish art with a 1.5-hour tour of the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid. With a group of no more than 30 and guide whose specialism is art-history, you'll explore the museum's vaulted hallways to discover works by Picasso, Dalí, and more. Learn the history behind influential works such as 'El Guernica,' and learn about the modern period of artwork and the differing artistic styles.

Immerse yourself into the exciting world of flamenco percussion with this interactive 1-hour small-group workshop. Get your groove on as you learn traditional drum box as well as how to clap in the flamenco style. When the workshop is done, head to a bar with your instructor to indulge in some tapas and wine.

Follow in the footsteps of characters from the bestselling novel 'The Shadow of the Wind' on a 2-5-hour literary walking tour. Discover some of Barcelona's most secretive and sacred sights as you trace the narrative of the novel by Carlos Ruiz Zafón, which has sold more than 2 million copies since its publication in 2001. Stroll the winding streets of Santa Anna Street and Montcada Street; absorb the ambience of the renowned Els Quatre Gats Caf e; and gaze at the beautiful church of Santa Maria del Mar as your guide enriches your literary and historical knowledge.