The 15 Best Medieval History Tours in Spain

1.Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,209 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65Our pick

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat with an English-speaking guide such as Laia, Azul, or Elena, then enjoy free time for the Basilica, Black Madonna, trails, or funicular. Finish at a family-run castle winery for Catalan food, vineyard views, and three ecological wines.

“Azul was a great tour guide -- very knowledgeable, engaging, and helpful. Montserrat was beautiful for its views, history, mythology, and architecture. The lunch provided was much better than what is usually served on day-long tours and the wine tasting was extremely informative. All in all, a lovely day!”

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2.From Seville: Italica Roman City & Medieval Monastery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,051 reviews · 4 hours · from $46

Travel from Seville to Italica with a live guide such as Carlos, Miguel, or Jesus, then explore its mosaics, amphitheater, and Game of Thrones setting. Continue to San Isidoro del Campo, a medieval monastery with Mudejar, Gothic, and Baroque details. Shared and private options are available.

“Incredibly beautiful place to visit. Lots of information given about the city and very interactive”

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3.Medieval Three Villages Small Group Day Trip from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 994 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Spend a full day with an English-speaking guide visiting Besalú’s Jewish baths, Rupit’s cobbled lanes, Castellfollit de la Roca, and Tavertet’s mountain views. Expect an air-conditioned vehicle, free time for lunch and exploring, and a long but rewarding day beyond Barcelona.

“We had an excellent time! The three medieval villages we visited were so charming. Rodrigo was knowledge and had a wonderful friendly personality that made the tour fun. Thank you!”

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4.Tenerife: Castillo San Miguel Medieval Show and Banquet

Spend an evening at Castillo San Miguel with a 15th-century-style jousting show, Spanish horses, birds of prey, and a three-course banquet. Doors open at 6:30pm, the show runs from 7:30pm to 9:30pm, and VIP tickets add cava and front-row seats.

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5.Pyrenees & Medieval Towns Small Group Tour from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 669 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $143

Travel from Barcelona by air-conditioned minivan to medieval Vic and stone-built Queralbs, then ride the rack railway into Vall de Núria. An English-speaking guide such as Marta, Sergio, or Núria leads the day, with free time for hiking, boating, horseback riding, lunch, or a cable-car ride.

“It was a full day with lots of great experiences Our tour guide, Neu, was great. Informative, well versed, and patient.”

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6.Besalu & 3 Medieval Towns Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick-Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 562 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Leave Barcelona for a full day among Catalonia’s medieval towns. Visit Vic, Castellfollit de la Roca, Santa Pau, and Besalú with a guide such as Ramon, Xavi, or Dulce. Expect hotel pickup, a maximum of eight people, walking tours, free time for lunch, and plenty of cobbled streets and old stone.

“Do not .iss this tour. Donot just go to another church or mueseum Ditch the tour bus and ride with a great guide and driver”

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7.Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 520 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Leave Barcelona with an English-speaking guide for a full day on the Costa Brava. Swim at Cala de Sant Francesc, visit Marimurtra Botanical Gardens, eat a generous Catalan lunch with a drink, and explore Tossa de Mar’s medieval walls and lighthouse.

“Great day and worth the money. The beach was beautiful and water was clear to go swimming. Food was plentiful and great selection.”

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8.From Barcelona: Medieval Villages Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 482 reviews · 10 hours · from $117

Leave Barcelona for a 10-hour English-language tour through Catalonia’s medieval villages. Walk Besalú with your guide, explore Rupit independently, and admire Tavertet’s clifftop views. Guides such as Berta, Marta, Sergio, and Javi add local history and personality, while transport is by comfortable minivan.

“This day tour was great! Alex was relaxed and well informed, providing history of the area while on the bus and then in each of the three towns. Questions and comments from the tour group were received graciously. He offered suggestions for how to spend our free time and was clear on our meeting points and time. I'd definitely recommend!”

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9.Cadiz: Medieval Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 379 reviews · 2 hours · from $38

Explore Cádiz’s Pópulo quarter, Roman theater, Phoenician-era remains, New Cathedral, Almohad walls, and Gates of Earth on a two-hour walk. Guides including Celeste, Victoria, Claudia, and Ángel bring history to life, with cathedral and Poniente Tower admission included.

“Victoria was on time and was great at describing the history of Cadiz. She showed us all the things we wanted to see and was happy to take photos as well. Thank you”

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10.Barcelona 1.5h Private Old Town, Gothic & Ramblas Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 318 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Explore Roman ruins, medieval lanes, Las Ramblas, and Gaudí’s Casa Batlló and La Pedrera with an English-speaking guide such as Henrietta, Christian, or Lena. The tour lasts about 2 hours 15 minutes, includes a short metro ride, and focuses on exterior sights rather than interior visits.

“Lena was simply amazing! Her knowledge of both history and architecture shone through in every word. She gave us plenty of fun facts that made exploring the Gothic Quarter even more enjoyable. Highly recommended for history lovers!”

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11.Salou: Siurana Medieval Village Guided Tour w/ Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 263 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Travel from Salou, Cambrils, or La Pineda to Siurana in an air-conditioned SUV or van. Your guide, often Carlos or Juan Carlos, shares local history and legends before giving you about an hour to explore the stone village, church, cafés, and reservoir views.

“had an absolute amazing time. guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. the views and scenery was incredible. its my 4th year here and this is truly the hidden gem of all excursions.”

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12.From Barcelona: Besalú & Medieval Towns Tour w/ Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 258 reviews · 10 hours · from $116

Travel from Barcelona in a private air-conditioned minivan with up to eight people, visiting Vic, Santa Pau, Castellfollit de la Roca, and Besalú. Guides such as Xavi, Ramón, and Dulce add local stories, while free time allows for lunch, photos, and quiet walks through old Catalan towns.

“We very much enjoyed the medieval towns and the commentary by our guide, Gaspar. Would recommend this day trip from Barcelona.”

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13.Barcelona: Tipsy Tapas & History Tour in the Gothic Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 227 reviews · 3 hours · from $93

Spend three hours walking Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter with Ricardo, a warm and entertaining local guide. Visit three distinctive bars, enjoy tapas with vermouth, cava, and sangria, hear Catalan stories, and finish with live music. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated.

“Amazing Tour. Best food tour ever. Ricardo was awesome. We had a lot of fun even though it was a small group. He understood our vibe and helped us have a great time.”

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14.Barcelona Historical Walking Tour: Gothic Quarter and El Born

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk from Plaça del Vuit de Març to Santa Maria del Mar with a local English-speaking guide. Hear stories about Picasso, Gaudí, Roman Barcino, Catalan identity, the Jewish quarter, and Barcelona’s darker past in a group of up to 20.

“Justin was entertaining and knowledgeable. I enjoyed his stories. He showed us things I would not have found on my own.”

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15.Cuenca: Medieval Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 152 reviews · 2 hours · from $10

Walk Cuenca’s UNESCO-listed old town with a Spanish-speaking guide, passing narrow streets, ecclesiastical monuments, hanging houses, and remarkable 12-story apartments from the 16th century. Meet by the City Hall arches beside the tourist office. The route lasts two hours and costs $10 per person.

“Considero que el tour puede hacerse en muchísimo menos tiempo. Demasiado tiempo parados y el guía contando historias que no enriquecen la visita. Visita a casas colgadas y no cruzar el puente?. Tuve que apartarme del grupo para cruzarlo y ver la vista más bonita del casco antigüo.”

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