Spain · CITY TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 city tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
See Madrid from an open-top double-decker bus on historical and modern routes covering the Prado, Royal Palace, Gran Vía, Santiago Bernabéu, and more. Audio is available in 14 languages. You can also add a summer night route, join a 2-hour walking tour, and claim a drink at La Quimera flamenco tablao.
“Great way to see the city - the modern city tour was much shorter but still worth it.”
Use one ticket on Barcelona’s Red and Blue bus routes, with 38 stops covering Gaudí landmarks, the Gothic Quarter, beaches, Montjuïc, Park Güell, and FC Barcelona. Ride the full 120-minute circuit or hop off to explore, using the audio guide, map, Wi-Fi, and attraction discounts.
“Excellent way to navigate around the city to get your bearings.”
Use a 24 or 48-hour Bus Turistic pass to explore Barcelona on two open-top routes. Ride past Gaudí landmarks, Montjuïc, beaches, Port Olímpic, Camp Nou, and Park Güell, with audio commentary in 16 languages, Wi-Fi, and attraction discounts.
“We missed whole 2nd circle because no address or coordinate was given for pick up stops. Once you get on it’s ok but finding a place to start is impossible.”
See Seville from an open-top sightseeing bus with a 24-hour Iconic or 48-hour Supreme and Ultimate ticket. Listen to commentary in 15 languages, join guided walks through Santa Cruz, Triana, and Plaza de España, and add church, museum, stadium, aquarium, or flamenco access depending on your ticket.
“Don't forget to pick up a free pair of earphones each when you get on to plug in at your seat which you can then pick your language for the commentary. I would recommend doing a complete circle of the the route first to see everything and then choose where you want to get off and see more of. I would recommend stopping off at stop 2 at the park. We were lucky to be here in the middle of Seville Fair (April Fair) and see the beautiful ladies and gentlemen in flamenco on horse drawn carriages all around the city going to the park. Amazing sights!”
See Palma from an open-top bus with a 24-hour ticket, 16 stops, and audio commentary in eight languages. Ride the 90-minute loop, then hop off for the cathedral area, Spanish Village, Bellver Castle, shopping streets, and the waterfront. The Essential ticket adds attraction entry and dining discounts.
“Palma was a lot bigger than I expected so the hop on hop off bus was a great way to get around the city.”
Use Granada’s green Alhambra Route to reach major sights without tackling every hill on foot. Ride once for orientation or hop on and off for one or two days. The open carriage train runs every 30 to 45 minutes, with audio in 12 languages. Bring your own headphones.
“The train was a little too bumpy on the cobblestone roads for me with a chronic back issue. Otherwise great way to see Granada in an open carriage train. On time and great service”
Ride Madrid’s open-top, air-conditioned double-decker bus on two panoramic routes covering royal Madrid, the Prado area, Gran Vía, Salamanca, Bernabéu Stadium, and modern landmarks. The ticket is valid for 24 hours, but the current service runs as a continuous panoramic tour rather than a hop-on hop-off bus.
“We loved the experience! We have been to this city before, but have never been to all the different neighborhoods and what each has to offer.”
See Barcelona from an open-top double-decker bus on two linked routes covering Gaudí landmarks, beaches, Montjuïc, Camp Nou, and Port Vell. Choose a 24 or 48-hour pass, listen to multilingual commentary, and add a one-hour catamaran cruise from the harbor.
“Wonderful commentary . Two routes included in the ticket. There are a lot of stops and buses run frequently. We purchased a 2 day ticket. The first day we rode to take in all of the sights and the second day we used the hop on hop off capability to explore the sights we were most interested in”
Take a private electric tuk tuk through central Madrid with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. See the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, Plaza Mayor, Las Letras, Retiro, Prado, Puerta de Alcalá, and more. Choose 1 to 4 hours, with longer tours adding extra stops.
“As we were in the city just for several hours, that tour was a brilliat choice for us to meet the whole city and know the districts. We had stops near gardens and places of interest, so that we could take memorable photos. Our guide Clara was so kind to pardon us for being late, and gifted us with a superb two hours! Thanks for having an opportunity to meet this beautiful city of Madrid!”
See Malaga from an open-top double-decker bus on a 24-hour ticket covering the port, beach, Roman Theatre, Picasso’s birthplace, Gibralfaro Castle, and more. Choose a basic sightseeing pass or a package adding museums, flamenco, virtual reality, and other city experiences.
“Some cities are not made for hop on hop off buses but that is not the case for Malaga. If you start early, it can help you see most of the cites even of you only have one day. It takes you to the castle I found so you dont have to climb all the deadly stairs that lead to it (like some of us did before we found there is a bus option ;)”
Ride from Valencia City Hall through the Central Market, Cathedral, Serranos Towers, Turia Gardens, and Calatrava’s City of Arts and Sciences. Guides such as Ali and José lead relaxed tours in several languages, with private, small-group, standard-bike, and electric-bike options.
“The guide Ali was excellent and handed out lots of tips re eating and drinking and clear explanations of the tourist sites where we stopped.”
Ride through Seville with a live guide in English, Spanish, Dutch, French, or German. You’ll see the cathedral and Alcázar from outside, pedal through Triana and Maria Luisa Park, and stop at Plaza de España. Guides such as Malik, Rigo, Philip, and Natasha add history, food tips, and local color.
“Malik was a great guide. This tour was fun . It enabled us to see parts of Seville quickly and efficiently. We went on the morning tour and it was a good temperature and was just beginning to get very hot at the end of the three hours”
See Seville from an open-top double-decker bus with a 24 or 48-hour pass, 14 stops, audio in 15 languages, and included walking tours. Use it for quick orientation, Plaza de España, Triana, Macarena, and selected extras such as tapas, bike rental, and stadium access.
“Over booked, poor signage at many stops and buses were not on time, many people were left waiting for the next bus.”
Ride about 10 km through Seville with a local guide such as Carmen or Juan, passing Barrio Santa Cruz, María Luisa Park, Plaza de España, the river, Triana, and the cathedral area. Flat routes, frequent stops, bottled water, and a relaxed pace make this a useful first look at the city.
“Great tour of the main areas and our guide Juan was fantastic - gave us a fabulous insight into the culture and history of the area, the architecture, and also some tips on where to go to eat / see Flamenco etc.”
Ride through Barcelona in a private electric tuk tuk with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide such as Yago, Roger, or Rodrigo. See the Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, La Rambla, the Gothic Quarter, and Olympic Port, with photo stops on tours of two hours or longer.
“We had a fantastic 2 hour tour with Miquel. We booked last minute as another vendor for another company hadn't turned up. These guys were quick to respond, helpful, friendly and saved the day for us. Miguel was knowledgeable, interesting and a great conversationist. My only regret was not booking a longer tour. Thanks for showing us the beautiful city of Barcelona.”
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