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Barcelona Theme Park School Trips & Tours

Barcelona, a modern and dynamic city, is steeped in history, tradition and cultural influences, with a strong sense of art and architecture. The Catalonian Coast provides an ideal base for groups to enjoy a theme park tour whilst experiencing the city life of Barcelona. NST offer the widest choice of well-located hotels at great group prices.

Sample itinerary

Our sample itinerary provides you with an idea of the visits you can cover during your trip. We can tailor-make an itinerary to support your specific learning outcomes.

Morning Afternoon Evening
1 Flight from Ireland. Meet & greet with NST Representative Guided coach tour of Barcelona taking in the key sights (Plaza Catalunya, the Gothic Quarter & Cathedral, the Ramblas & Columbus Monument & more) Stroll around Salou
2 Montjuïc, the Olympic Stadium & Poble Espanyol Maremagnum Explore Port Vell
3 Full day visit to PortAventura Theme Park (seasonal opening)
4 Sagrada Familia. Parc Guell Transfer to airport for return flight to Ireland
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Morning Flight from Ireland. Meet & greet with NST Representative
Afternoon Guided coach tour of Barcelona taking in the key sights (Plaza Catalunya, the Gothic Quarter & Cathedral, the Ramblas & Columbus Monument & more)
Evening Stroll around Salou
Morning Montjuïc, the Olympic Stadium & Poble Espanyol
Afternoon Maremagnum
Evening Explore Port Vell
Morning Full day visit to PortAventura Theme Park (seasonal opening)
Afternoon
Evening
Morning Sagrada Familia. Parc Guell
Afternoon Transfer to airport for return flight to Ireland
Evening

On-tour support

On-tour support includes...

Additional on-tour support available...

  • Pre-booked meals at great group prices

Accommodation

Popular options in Northern Catalonia


Top visits

Montjuïc

This historic, hilly area provides the best views of Barcelona. Students can explore its wide range of attractions, including the Olympic Stadium and the famous Spanish Village, Poble Espanyol, as well as artisan workshops and tapas bars. The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc offers a spectacular display of colour, light, movement, water and music too!

La Sagrada Família

Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece remains a popular tourist attraction and a world renowned emblem of the city. Students will be amazed by its sheer size and its architectural complexity.

Based on Gaudí’s plans of 1954, this stunning building is still under construction and is due to be completed in 2026. 

Las Ramblas

Students will enjoy wandering along this famous street with its variety of shops, cafés, market stalls and street entertainers.

PortAventura

We have been working closely with PortAventura to bring you the very best value tickets.

PortAventura has everything to make a trip here unforgettable! Both students and teachers will have a great time in the two amazing parks. PortAventura Park is an astonishing amusement park divided in six thematic areas with many rides and shows. Costa Caribe Aquatic Park is a water park packed with waves and slides. 

Together you can travel around the six themed areas of the park: Mediterrània, China, México, Polynesia, Far West and SésamoAventura. Take in several shows, from the dazzling wonders of Teatro Imperial in China to the exotic dances of Polynesia and then enjoy the thrills and spills of the many, many rides. 

Water World

The largest water park on the Costa Brava has numerous water rides and even a bungee-jump. 

Port Vell

The renovated harbour area has a number of attractions including the IMAX Cinema and Maremagnum. Students can explore the largest aquarium in Europe, observing over 450 different species and marvellous underwater scenes. Visit the wide range of shops, eateries, an arcade games centre and a state-of-the-art large screen cinema, offering 3D movie experiences, too! 

Aqualeon Aquapark

Students will enjoy both the open-air safari and animal shows and the wide mix of water slides and wave pools. 


Transport

We offer flights from a variety of departure airports and we’ll work with you to plan your route at the best value possible.

Flight


Giving you full support throughout

Before your tour

  • Your own dedicated NST contact
  • Bespoke tour itineraries
  • Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise
  • Curriculum linked visit programmes
  • Great value for money - no hidden costs
  • Free group leader inspection visits
  • Risk assessment guidance
  • Safety assured, transport, accommodation and visits

Whilst you're away

  • Free educational resources
  • Group-friendly accommodation
  • Exceptional standards of coaching
  • On-tour support from our reps on the ground
  • Support & assistance from our specialists guides throughout your tour
  • 24/7 support just a call away
  • Extensive group travel insurance

On your return

  • Priority rebooking services
  • Rewarding your loyalty with our reward scheme
  • You say, we listen - we're committed to continuously improving our tours
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