Architect-led tours connecting history, design and urban innovation
At Guiding Architects Barcelona, we design architecture tours and professional visits that offer a clear and thoughtful view of the city’s evolution.
We explore Barcelona’s architectural heritage — from medieval structures and Modernist masterpieces to Rationalist and contemporary projects — together with the urban strategies that have shaped its identity: the Plan Cerdà, the 22@ innovation district, and the transformation of public space through Superblocks, green corridors, and civic facilities that promote social cohesion.
Our aim is to share how architecture and urban design respond to today’s challenges — from climate adaptation to environmental and social sustainability — while connecting visitors with the people and ideas shaping the city’s future.
Led by a team of specialized local architects, we offer tailor-made tours, study trips, and lectures for architecture firms, universities, institutions, and individuals with a deep interest in culture and design.
We are certified by Biosphere, part of Barcelona + Sostenible, and collaborate with Fundació Mies van der Rohe, Torre Glòries, the EU Mies Award, and the Barcelona City Council within the framework of Barcelona 2026 – World Capital of Architecture.
Most requested tours in Barcelona
Our top-rated architecture tours, curated by local architects.
Smart City – 22@
A visit to Barcelona's tech district, which has been the protagonist of the city's biggest urban transformation in recent years.
Gaudí in Context
Following the footsteps of the modernist legacy in and around Barcelona's Eixample.
Feedback from our architectural tours
Our guests’ feedback and high ratings inspire us to keep offering meaningful architectural experiences in Barcelona.
Pre-Designed Architecture Tours for Groups
Whether it’s your first visit or you know Barcelona well, our pre-designed group tours offer something unique for everyone. Led by specialized local architects, each route is tailored to different levels of architectural curiosity — from enthusiasts to professionals.
Explore the tech district, discover sustainable urban projects, or dive into Gaudí’s masterpieces with expert guidance. Every tour, lecture, and workshop is carefully crafted to provide an engaging, insightful experience of Barcelona and Catalonia.
Tailored study trips and expert-led programs for universities, companies, and architecture enthusiasts.
Each program is fully personalized and led by specialized local architects, who guide your group through Barcelona’s urban and architectural heritage. We handle all planning, organization, and specialist meetings, offering insights on urban planning, sustainability, mobility, and contemporary architecture for a seamless and engaging experience.
Direct-booking tours for couples, small groups, and architecture enthusiasts.
Our 2.5-hour guided walks are led by a specialized local architect, offering expert insights into Barcelona’s urban complexity and architectural heritage. Perfect for visitors with limited time who want a rich, engaging experience.
Talks, seminars and debates on Barcelona’s architecture and urbanism.
Discover Barcelona’s architecture and urban culture through lectures, debates, and events led by specialized local architects.
In collaboration with the Ayuntamiento de Barcelona and Fundació Mies van der Rohe, we offer sessions for architecture enthusiasts as well as custom programs for companies, institutions, and professional groups, covering topics from sustainable urban strategies and climate adaptation to modernist and contemporary architecture, all with expert insights on the city’s iconic projects.
Inside Stories on Barcelona’s Architecture, Urbanism and Design
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Who we are
At Guiding Architects Barcelona, our team of specialized local architects brings Barcelona’s architectural and urban heritage to life, connecting its past, present, and future. Founded in 1994 by Professor Hans Geilinger, co-founder of the international Guiding Architects network, the company is now led by Lorenzo Kárász, architect and architecture communicator.
Our collaborators combine expertise in architecture, urban planning, sustainability, and design with insights from art and teaching, offering experiences that explore Barcelona’s historic and contemporary architecture, its unique urban legacy, and strategies for sustainable, climate-adaptive cities.
Connecting Barcelona to a global community of architecture experts
GA Barcelona is a founding member of the Guiding Architects network, an international community offering professional tours, study trips, and curated experiences in over 40 cities worldwide. As the exclusive member in Barcelona, we provide visitors with unique access to the city’s architectural landmarks, urban projects, and design scene, guided by architects who uphold the network’s high standards of quality and expertise.
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