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Runner Bean Tours

Placa Reial, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
+34 636 108 776
Ranked #17 of 137 tours in Barcelona
5.0 of 5 stars 126 Reviews
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Owner description: Runner Bean Tours is a small local company based in Barcelona specialising in quality guided walking tours for independent travellers and groups. Our...... more » Owner description: Runner Bean Tours is a small local company based in Barcelona specialising in quality guided walking tours for independent travellers and groups. Our policy is to only work with knowledgeable guides who really enjoy what they do and have a passion for it. We believe that quality doesn't necessarily have to be expensive and that exploring the city by foot with a guide is probably the best experience you could bring back home. GAUDÍ FREE WALKING TOUR, OLD CITY FREE WALKING TOUR, KIDS & FAMILY WALKING TOUR... Hope to see you soon in Barcelona! « less
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CesarMaciel
Atlanta, Georgia
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2012 NEW

Took the Gothic quarter and the Gaudi tour and really enjoyed it. I would have missed lots of interesting facts and sights without the tours. The guides are very knowledgeable, nice and it was a really enjoyable experience. More

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marycatherine24
Florence, Italy
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012 NEW

We went on a Saturday morning to go on the Old City tour. We liked it so much that we came back Sunday for the Gaudi tour! The guides were very knowledgable of the city and I loved learning more about the rich culture and history of the area.These are great tours for people who want to explore the city... More

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Alexina C
Alaró, Islas Baleares, Spain
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012 NEW

I took my nine yr old daughter on this tour with me and thanks to Katherine (from Ireland) she didn't get bored for a second. Obviously the Gaudi buildings are interesting for kids because they are so wacky, but Katherine is a star. She is intelligent, witty, sensitive and passionate about History of Art and Architecture. She speaks very articulately... More

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Sputrip, Manager at Runner Bean Tours, responded to this review
February 21, 2012

Thanks a lot for your review. I was with Catherine just a moment ago and she is really chuffed about what you wrote. It was a shame that the Kids & Family tour you requested doesn't run during Winter but maybe next time you come back to Barcelona you can give us a shout. I am really glad your daughter... More

MartijnNi
Valkenswaard
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Me and my girlfriend went on both the "Old city tour" and the "Gaudi" tour. Both tours are executed very well. The guides are very knowledgeable and entertaining. These tours cost you next to nothing and you learn so much more than by just riding along in a tourbus. At the sites the information and stories are told so full... More

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Holly M
Barcelona, Spain
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I went on the Gaudi walking tour on my own. Guide was very friendly and more importantly informative. Met lots of fellow travellers and had a wonderful afternoon exploring the city with an expert. Would highly recomend to anyone looking for a slightly different walking tour, even if you dont have a big love of architecture :) More

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Jon R
Port Isaac, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We did both tours which were really excellent. For the Gaudi tour we had highly informative Catherine, the Irish angel, whose vast knowledge and enthusiasm were matched only by her wit and beauty. Her dulcet, siren like tones will draw you inescapably into Gaudi's world of wonderment and eccentric genius. You will leave her tour feeling joyously enlightened and invigorated.... More

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Beccalumps
Swindon, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Like many others on here, the lovely Anne Marie was my guide. She supplied information on where to grab a drink locally (I was early for the trip - she suggested the gorgeously cool Oviso cafe in Placa George Orwell/Placa Trippy) and all the information you could need about the amazing Gaudi buildings you see on your trip, plus general... More

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Sputrip, Manager at Runner Bean Tours, responded to this review
February 14, 2012

Thanks a million for your wonderful review! I remember you well (the name of the café gave you away :-). I am so pleased you enjoyed Barcelona. I know it meant a lot to you. If you are coming back again, email Runner Bean Tours and I will make sure I will keep a place for you on the Old... More

Olga M
Moscow, Russia
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4 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I took both free walking city tours which start in Placa Reial at 11 am daily and I think it's the best way to know the city. First, I took Gaudi walking tour with Catherina, Irish girl (easy to understand, no Irish accent!) who was very passionate and gave so many interesting and usefull facts, showed pictures of Caso Batlo... More

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Leni311
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Did Gaudi Tour with Ann Marie this morning and could not recommend it enough. She was very knowledgable, friendly and helpful. The best walking tour we've done in Europe! Loved it, thanks! More

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andrewvfletcher
Evanston, Illinois
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My two friends and I went on the Gaudi tour with Ann-Marie today and had a great time. She was very informative and had a great sense of humor. She also was able to answer every question that was thrown at her without hesitation. She also recommended a great place for us to eat lunch. Tour was so good we're... More

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Sputrip, Manager at Runner Bean Tours, responded to this review
February 14, 2012

Hi guys! I remember you three troblesome lads :-) Thanks a million for your review. I hope Paris and Madrid are treating you well after your fantastic experience in Barcelona. Glad you enjoyed the restaurant recomendation too. It is a favourite of mine in the area. Hopefully we will see you soon, Ann-Marie More

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