CULTURE & LIFESTYLE

The art of living inspired by the Mediterranean spirit

Discover Catalonia’s culture and lifestyle through curated experiences that connect distinctive spaces, contemporary traditions, and authentic ways of living, revealing an approach to the land shaped by understated elegance, everyday creativity, and the Mediterranean spirit.

Castellers Rehearsals

Cultural happenings and unforgettable occasions

In the plazas of Barcelona and across Catalonia, the tradition of castellers rises in breathtaking human towers that embody courage, balance, and collective artistry. Each performance transforms heritage into living spectacle, offering visitors a powerful experience of unity, emotion, and deeply rooted cultural identity.

Castellers rehearsal

1h visit

City Walks

Curated walks through Barcelona’s architecture, culture, and creative districts

Through the creative districts of Barcelona, curated walking experiences reveal the city’s artistic soul. From the vibrant Catalan Soho and Dalí-inspired traces in the city to the elevated views of Montjuïc and the footsteps of Pablo Picasso, each route offers an immersive journey through culture, memory, and refined urban discovery.

Barcelona Waterfront

2h30m walk

Discover the buildings of leading figures in Catalan and international architecture, as well as sculptures by avant-garde and postmodern artists: a true open-air museum.

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This activity includes:

  • Transportation (pickup and drop-off at the locations indicated by the guest)

  • Guided walk

Catalan Soho

2h30m walk

Explore the vibrant, up-and-coming Poblenou district on an exclusive route available only with us, discovering creative spaces, architecture, and stories that reveal its character.

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Discover Barcelona’s contemporary architecture guided by an expert as you stroll through the vibrant 22@ district—also known as Barcelona’s Soho—where cutting-edge design, industrial heritage, exclusive boutiques, creativity, and Pritzker Prize-winning masterpieces come together in brilliant harmony. 

This activity includes:

  • Transportation (pickup and drop-off at the locations indicated by the guest)

  • Guided tour

Dalí in Barcelona

2h30m walk

Visit the academies, bars, hotels, restaurants, and dance halls—the very places where Salvador Dalí spent much of his time during his visits to the city. 

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This exclusive tour, unavailable through any other provider, traces the footsteps of Salvador Dalí during his time in Barcelona. From Les Rambles to the historic former Ritz Hotel, participants will be guided by a world-renowned Dalí specialist, offering unique insight into the artist’s presence and influence in the city.

This activity includes:

  • Transportation optional (pickup and drop-off at locations indicated by the guest)

  • Tickets

  • Private guided tour

Montjuïc walking tour

2h30m walk

Visit Barcelona’s most iconic mountain, a landmark that hosted the 1929 World Fair, and the 1992 Olympics, offering history, culture, and panoramic views in one extraordinary place.

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A stroll around Montjuïc unveils a rich tapestry of architectural and artistic landmarks—from the urban grandeur of Plaça Espanya to the Olympic Stadium and Santiago Calatrava’s striking Communication Tower. The route includes significant works such as Mies van der Rohe’s German Pavilion and the Joan Miró Foundation.

  • Transportation optional (pickup and drop-off at locations indicated by the guest)

  • Private guided tour

Picasso in Barcelona

2h30m walk

Picasso lived in Barcelona from the age of 14 to 20—a formative period that marked a turning point in his career. Guided by an art historian, we will explore the places and moments that shaped this crucial chapter of his life. 

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Begin your journey at the Picasso Museum in El Born, where you’ll study his works in depth. Then explore the bars, studios, and streets that played a significant role in Picasso’s life. Your guide is a seasoned professional who develops educational projects promoting Picasso throughout Catalonia, designs specialized tours from diverse perspectives, and creates content for the Picasso Museum. 

This activity includes:

  • Transportation optional (pickup and drop-off at locations indicated by the guest)

  • Private guided tour

Cultural Pulse

Spaces, communities, and creative energy shaping

Within the most exclusive cultural circles of Barcelona, the Royal Artistic Circle and The Barcelona Athenaeum provide refined spaces for intellectual exchange and creative dialogue. Art, ideas, and conversation blend in an elegant setting, offering visitors a privileged and inspiring cultural experience.

Royal Artistic Circle

1h visit

Founded in 1881, it historically served as a hub for intellectuals, artists, and patrons.

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The institution has played a crucial role in promoting visual arts, hosting exhibitions, performances, and fostering dialogue among artists. Historically, it became a key site for the Catalan artistic elite. Architecturally, it showcases a mix of neoclassical and modernist elements, with its building reflecting the period's grandeur and cultural aspirations.

This activity includes:

  • Transportation optional (pickup and drop-off at locations indicated by the guest)
  • Private guided tour

The Barcelona Athenaeum

1h visit

Founded in 1860, the Ateneu Barcelonès has historically been a meeting point for intellectuals, writers, and creators.

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Located in an iconic building, it combines historical and modern spaces that reflect the city’s cultural dynamism. The institution has fostered intellectual debate, organizing lectures, gatherings, and literary activities. Over time, it has established itself as an indispensable reference for Barcelona’s cultural life and a permanent meeting point for its members.

This activity includes:

  • Transportation optional (pickup and drop-off at locations indicated by the guest)
  • Private guided tour

Film festivals

Prestigious festivals and private screenings

In Barcelona, documentary and art film festivals turn the city into a global creative stage. The DART International Film and Art Festival, IN-EDIT “Big stories for the big screen”, and the MORITZ FEED DOG Barcelona International Fashion Film Festival showcase bold visual storytelling, contemporary culture, and exclusive cinematic experiences.

DART

International Film and Art Festival

December 10th-14th, 2025

Dart is the meeting point between film, art, and heritage. It is a film festival dedicated to the visual arts, a pioneer in Spain and Latin America. Its main goal is to weave culture and knowledge together with the wider public.

IN-EDIT

"Big stories for the big screen."

November 14th-23rd, 2025

For over 20 years, In-Edit Festival has been the gathering place for audiences who appreciate cinema and music in all their expressive forms. Founded in Barcelona, it remains today the city’s most attended film festival and the country’s leading event devoted solely to this genre.

MORITZ FEED DOG

Barcelona International Fashion Film Festival

March 18th-22nd, 2026

This edition celebrates ten years of fashion told, questioned, and explored through the critical and creative lens of documentary film, tracing a journey through the past, the present and the future open to new perspectives.