Park Guell and Sagrada Familia with Tower

Explore the breathtaking architecture of The Basilica and Expiatory Temple of La Sagrada Familia, considered one of the most visited buildings in the world and one of Gaudi's masterpieces.

In 1882, construction of Sagrada Familia began under architect Francisco de Paula del Villar. In 1883, when Villar resigned, Antonio Gaudi took over as chief Architect, transforming the project with his architectural and engineering style, combining Gothic and curvilinear Art Nouveau forms. The interior is rich in symbolism and a place to discover how Gaudi acquired most of his inspiration.

Upon arrival, your experienced guide will lead you inside the basilica, where you will receive an audio headset to follow expert commentary as you explore the stunning nave, intricate columns, and colorful stained-glass windows. Walk freely and marvel at the interplay of light and structure that brings Gaudi's vision to life. Step outside to admire the Nativity and Passion facades, each telling a unique story through intricate sculptural details.

At the end of the tour, you will visit the museum, where there is an exhibition of drawings, plaster models, and pictures about the history and development of this basilica from its early beginnings to the present day.

After exploring and learning about Gaudi's influence in the construction of one of the most monumental architectural designs of all time, you will proceed to Park Guell. Located in the upper part of Barcelona, Park Guell is considered, by many, one of the most emblematic works of Gaudi.

The park was declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1984. The original project was meant to be urbanization ordered by the Catalan entrepreneur Eusebi Guell; it was later inaugurated as a public park in 1926. In this project, Gaudi displayed all his creative talent with a naturalistic style intending to acquire integration of architecture and nature.

This tour provides an experienced guide, radio guide system, entrance fee to Park Guell and Sagrada Familia, along with transfers to and from each destination. A once in a lifetime opportunity that should not be passed.

The excitement begins as you and your group are picked up from Civitavecchia and transferred to the Pantheon, the world's best preserved ancient Roman building. Your licensed guide will share all about its 2,000 year old journey from a building consecrated to all the gods to today's use as an active Roman Catholic Basilica. It is renowned for its Oculus, or opening, in the unsupported concrete dome's center permitting both sun and rain inside the building.

Continue through Rome's historic center to Piazza Navona, built on the ruins of the Emperor Domitian's stadium and lined with Baroque palaces and lavish cafes. Pause for a photo with Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers and be sure to throw a coin over your left shoulder into the iconic Trevi Fountain to guarantee your return to Rome!

Next, you will head to Campo di Fiori, a colorful food market by day that transforms into a sizzling hotspot at night. In nearby Piazza Farnese you will find Michelangelo's French Embassy as well as ancient Roman water basins serving as fountains originally from the Imperial Baths Of Caracalla. Cross over the Tiber River to the medieval world of Trastevere that was home to a thriving Jewish community until the Middle Ages.

Conclude your tour in square of Santa Maria in Trastevere, where you will discover the burial place of a few Popes plus some of the area's best wood carvings and Byzantine mosaic art. During your journey, you will stop at a local restaurant for a delicious meal with an appetizer and water or wine. This 6.5 hour cultural tour is the perfect introduction to Rome's historical city center for first timers! Tour order may vary between visits and is dependent upon local conditions. Book now.