Musical Barcelona
La-la-la! Para-pa-pam!
This tour is for those who love music and want to discover how Barcelona sounds.
You’ll visit the places where Catalan rumba played and where Ella Fitzgerald’s voice filled the air. You’ll step into a legendary vinyl shop, find out where burlesque met the avant-garde, and hear stories in which every note is a part of the city’s soul.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
El Molino
- We’ll meet near cabaret theatre El Molino
Paral·lel
We’ll get to know Paral·lel Street — once the heart of burlesque and risqué shows, today it’s Barcelona’s own Moulin Rouge, a lively street of clubs and bars.
Raval
After that we’ll go to Raval — the birthplace of Catalan rumba, where local legends Peret and Chicho once lived and performed. In this area we’ll visit the legendary record store — one of the oldest in Barcelona, a true paradise for music lovers, where you can find cassettes, CDs, and rare vinyl records.
Rambla
In the most iconic street of Barcelona I’ll show you the most famous theater — with a dark history and a notorious reputation and we’ll visit the oldest musical store in the city.
Plaça Reial
Our next stop will be the square where Ella Fitzgerald once sang and where an old flamenco tablao is still located.
El Born
And we’ll finish our tour in the area of modern music, famous bars and gorgeous Palau de Música.
Ending Point
El Born
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
— Guided Tour
— The list of recommendations after the tour
— Foods, drinks
Tour Important Information
- The tour can be customized according to your plans and preferences. Just send me a message in advance.
- It is better to have a bit of cash with you.
- As on Sundays many shops are closed I would not recommend you to book this tour for Sunday.
Important message from the supplier
All tours can be tailored to your preferences. And if you’d like a trusted person in Barcelona to help organize your trip and support you throughout your stay with insider knowledge, I’d be happy to help through my travel concierge service.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Liliia S.
Hi, I’m Lillia Syromiatnikova — your local guide in Barcelona.
I see Barcelona beyond the postcard version — through hidden streets, creative neighborhoods, and unforgettable local details.
I live here, speak Spanish, and create personal experiences that can be tailored to you, from shopping and gallery tours to street art, mystical, musical, and running tours.
I understand that due to the heat, flights, hotel transfers, or your travel plans, you may prefer to take the tour at an unusually early, late, or nighttime hour. I would be delighted to accommodate you — just send me a message, and we can agree on a time that suits you best.
And if you want more than a tour, I can also help you plan your stay in Barcelona through my travel concierge service.
Reviews
Aaron G.
“Street art”
Liliia introduced me to the wonder world of Barcelona street art. There were many beautiful places and works of art. It was very diverse from politics to love and humor. Great tour and excellent shopping. Thanks for the experience!!!
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Liliia S.
Thank you very much! It was a pleasure showing you Barcelona’s street art scene and sharing some of the city’s most creative places with you.
Aaron G.
“Gaudi/Picasso Tour”
Liliia was a great guide ! She was very knowledgeable and informative. She showed me a part of Barcelona that was beautiful and historic. I learned many historical facts I was never made aware of in school. I will most definitely look into another tour when I come back to Barcelona. Thank you for the great experience !!!
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Liliia S.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m delighted you enjoyed the experience, and I would be very happy to welcome you again on another tour when you return!
David W.
“Excellent experience with Liliia ”
Lillia is the perfect guide for those who’s visiting Barcelona for the first time or those who are revisiting for a detailed tour. Her breadth of knowledge of the city across art, food and history will ensure a fantastic experience. Many thanks to Liliia for making my first visit to the city so special.
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Liliia S.
Thank you so much, David! I really enjoyed showing you around Barcelona and I’m glad your first visit to the city felt so special.
$170/ per group
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