Tarragona Private Tour with Hotel Pick Up

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5 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Experience a captivating 5-hour tour through the heart of Roman history with a journey to Tarragona, located along the stunning Mediterranean coast. Travel in a private vehicle with comfort from Barcelona to the beautiful Costa Dorada.

Step back in time as you explore Tarragona’s ancient ruins, including its Roman city walls, the majestic forum, and the stunning Roman amphitheater, one of the best-preserved in the world. An expert guide will share fascinating stories and insider facts, bringing the ancient history of Tarraco—as it was known in Roman times—back to life.

This exclusive tour offers a more personalized experience with private transport, ensuring comfort and convenience as you explore one of Catalonia's most significant sites.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking to immerse yourself in the culture of ancient Roman times, this tour provides a perfect blend of history and stunning Mediterranean scenery.

What's Included

Walking tour of Tarragona Old Town
Entrance to Tarragona Circus (Roman events venue)
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Barcelona city
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance to Tarragona Amphitheatre
Private tour for undivided attention from your guide
Professional local guide

Food and drinks
Gratuities

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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

- We will pick you up from any hotel or apartment in Barcelona city. Please make sure to include the address of your accommodation when booking. - Even if your Hotel is not listed, you can type it down in the field. - We will send a message the day before departure through the booking system to inform you of the specific pick-up time at your hotel as well as the name of your guide and the telephone number.

What To Expect

Passeig de Gracia (Pass By)

Start this tour directly from your hotel or apartment in Barcelona city. We come to pick you up, so please be sure to let us know exactly where you are staying.Enjoy an overview of Barcelona city along the route, pass by Catalunya Square, Barcelona Cathedral, Passeig de Gracia and the Gaudi Houses, such as the Batllo and the Pedrera, and many other highlights.

Pont del Diable

Before entering the city, get amazed by the ingenuous construction of the Devil’s Bridge. This aqueduct of 711 feet (217 meters) long and 85 feet (26 meters) high, is a spectacular example of the advanced Roman engineering. The Devil’s Bridge provided Tarragona with water right up until the 18th century. Take amazing pictures of this ancient bridge surrounded by woodlands.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Casco Antiguo de Tarragona

Start a walking tour through the old town of the city and let yourself go through a labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets and shady squares. Soak up the atmosphere and imagine what it must have felt like to live here during the middle ages or the Roman Empire times.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Anfiteatro

Get the chance to get inside of the amphitheatre of Tarragona, the 13th UNESCO listed Roman remains. The amphitheater was cut into the hillside leading up from the beach at the start of the second century AD and used to stage Gladiator contests and public executions.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Murallas de Tarragona

You will see the Roman walls of the city, the oldest construction of the Roman Tarragona since they go back to the foundation of the initial military camp or the immediately later period.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Catedral Basilica Metropolitana Primada de Tarragona (Pass By)

Have a look to the Cathedral, declared a National Monument and a Cultural Good of National Interest.

Monumento a los Castellers (Pass By)

Pass by a surprising monument of Castellers and learn from your passionate guide about this typical Catalan tradition of human tower building. This massive creation, formed by a total of 219 figures, is 11 meters high and weighs about 12 tons. A must-see while being in Tarragona.

Mercado Central de Tarragona

This basic but beautiful stop is fundamental to understanding Tarragona. The main market, Mercat Central, is located just off Rambla Nova and is housed in a Modernist hallmark building of 1915. This is where the heartbeat of the city lies and where to find fresh and seasonal products of the nearby rural area.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona (Pass By)

Pass in front of the National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona, a public museum with elements and remains of its rich past. It promotes the recovery, conservation, research and dissemination of heritage from the Roman city of Tarraco and its area of influence. Listen to your guide to find out interesting stories of the Roman civilization.

Model of Tarraco (Pass By)

Understand the urban development of Tarragona through the Tarraco Model in front of the museum: a magnificent scale model of Tarraco of the 2nd century BC, in its period of maximum splendour.

Mediterranean Balcony

The Balcony of the Mediterranean is a prominent viewpoint at the end of La Rambla Nova, from which you can enjoy a wide panorama over the coast and the Mediterranean sea. Enjoy the fresh Mediterranean breeze while admiring beautiful views.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Passeig Arqueologic (Pass By)

Enjoy a walk into history through the Roman remains of Tarraco. It is SO old and as you walk underneath it’s imposing structure, you feel as if you are stepping back in time and treading in the footsteps of the Roman soldiers. Touch the stones, it’s ‘real’ history!

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Private tour for undivided attention from your guide

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tarragona Private Tour with Hotel Pick Up?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025