The 7 Best Morning Tours in Barcelona

1.Montserrat: Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Trip with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,454 reviews · 5 hours · from $100Our pick

Ride from Barcelona to Montserrat with hotel pickup and a local guide, then visit the Benedictine monastery and Basilica of Montserrat, home of the Black Madonna. The five-hour trip includes a guided walk in the national park and time to explore on your own. Guide assignments vary; past guides have included Alejandro, Javi, Vincent, Ramon and Alex.

“Alejandro was a great guide! Very knowledgeable and helped us make the most of our time.”

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2.Sunrise Paddleboarding with Instructor and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 391 reviews · from $32

Meet at Eswell Surf School, store your things in a locker, then carry your board a short walk to Barceloneta Beach. An instructor explains the basics and stays with you on the water for about 90 minutes as the sun rises. Stand, kneel, or sit on your board, and receive photos after the session. Equipment, optional lifejacket, shower, and lockers are included.

“In a chaotic family vacation, this was a moment of peace. The gentle sunrise on the quiet water was worth the early morning wake up. The group was large, but i still got good photos of me and my sister in law. I had not paddelboarded before and it was easy to do it on my knees, i was able to stand up, but didn’t get the hang of it standing. Maybe next time! High board quality and well organized.”

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3.Casa Milà Early-Morning Access Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 200 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $47

Start at Passeig de Gracia, 92, for a 1.5-hour early-access tour of Casa Milà with an English- or Chinese-speaking guide. Visit the Warrior Rooftop, Whale Attic, patios, and Tenants’ Apartment, with access to areas not included on standard guided tours. The rooftop offers morning views across Barcelona, including the Sagrada Família.

“The guide is knowledgeable and professional! She explains all the secrets and details of the architecture and shows us around with free time at the terrace. Definitely joins this tour with better understanding of Casa Mila!”

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4.Sunrise Standup Paddle Tour w/ 4K Video & Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · from $28Best value

Meet Sup Spot Barcelona near Barceloneta Beach for a 1.5- to 2-hour sunrise stand-up paddle session. Guide Hessel and the team give a short lesson, accompany you on the water and film in 4K. Lockers, a bathroom, winter wetsuits or vests, and coffee, tea or water are included. You must be able to swim.

“The sunrise on SUP was magical. The instructors were very helpful and the videos turned out amazing!”

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5.Sunrise & Sunset Paddle Surf Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 82 reviews · from $41

Spend 1.5 hours paddle surfing off Barcelona at sunrise, sunset or on a full-moon outing. An English- or Spanish-speaking instructor provides the board, wetsuit, life jacket and basic guidance, with photos and videos included. Groups are limited to 10, and the meeting point depends on the option you book.

“Paddle surfing in Barcelona was something I always wanted to try! :) I was a little nervous at first… but the guide helped me and made everything easier. The whole experience was positive and the water was beautiful too. I was able to stand up on the board by the end!!! and it felt amazing! Can’t wait to try it again soon. Thank you so much ❤️☀️”

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6.Girona Morning Food Tour & Local Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $100Top rated

At 11am, meet your English-speaking foodie guide at the statue in Plaça de la Independència for a 2.5-hour stroll through Girona’s food stops and market. Expect jamón Ibérico, cheeses, local wine, ratafia, the Roca Brothers’ creations and xuixo, alongside local stories. Groups are capped at 10, and food and drinks are included.

“Great tour! Paula was lovely and introduced us to lots of tasty food and interesting history!”

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7.Barcelona Cathedral: Sunrise Tour & Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $42

Enter Barcelona Cathedral before public opening with an accredited English-speaking guide, explore the cloister and Saint Lucia’s Chapel, and watch sunrise from the rooftop terraces. Guide Aliex has led the tour. A breakfast voucher takes you to CAFÉ MUSEU nearby for a traditional Catalan esmorzar.

“It was an incredible tour! Very personal being almost alone in and on the cathedral. The tour guide aliex provided us a lot of information about the cathedral and the history of the city. I highly recommend it!”

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