--- title: Barcelona Off the Beaten Track Bike Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-off-the-beaten-track-bike-tour/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 39 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.89 reviews: 734 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Skip the postcard route rank_in_category: 11 of 36 (Bike & E-Bike Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-20 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-off-the-beaten-track-bike-tour/ --- # Barcelona Off the Beaten Track Bike Tour **Guidekin's take:** Four hours away from the postcard circuit in a group capped eight: the Hospital de Sant Pau, the neoclassical Poblenou cemetery and corners the highlight tours skip. Bike and lock included at €39 per person; 4.89 from 734 reviews. ## Overview See a different side of Barcelona, on this 4-hour bike ride off the beaten path. Ride in small groups of just 8 people max. (plus guide), and feel a closer connection to the city. Discover obscure but beautiful attractions such as the Hospital de Sant Pau, and the neoclassical cemetery of Poblenou. This activity is not about seeing the major sights and hearing facts you could read in a guidebook, it's about heading out on your bike to parts of the city that many locals don't even know about, in the company of a passionate guide! No two tours are the same, but some of the cool experiences that await you include: visiting a flea market, learning about Barcelona's art nouveau and modern architecture, admiring street art, and riding along Barceloneta beach. All tours include a refreshment break to stop for pastries or tapas in a local bar. Our small group ethos means that, unlike standard bike tours of the city, you’ll not only be learning about Barcelona, you’ll be living it too! ## Key facts - Price: from €39 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.89/5 from 734 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Steel Donkey Bike Tours ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Tour | €39 / person | English | - | | Private Tour | €89 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Tour | ## What's included - Bike rental and Bike lock - Experienced and fun local guide! - Bike helmet (optional, available on request) ## Not included - Food and drinks - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Port Olimpic** (15m) - Built for the 1992 Olympic Games, this shining white marina transformed Barcelona's coast and is full of bars, clubs and modern sculptures... like Frank Gehry's golden fish. Renovated in 2024, it's a stunning place to start and end our tours. 2. **El Poblenou** (45m) - This former industrial district is full of treasures, such as modern parks, neoclassical cemeteries, street art, "superblocks", and dazzling new architectural projects. Its quieter than the centre and ideal for cycling around. Most of our tours pass by this district. 3. **Torre Glories** (10m) - This phallic-shaped wonder is one of the most iconic buildings in Barcelona. We marvel at its multi-hued exterior and discuss the modernisation of the city. 4. **Los Encantes Barcelona** (30m) - We often stop off at this charming old flea market and shop for kitsch souvenirs, or stop for a snack. The entire area has been revitalised in recent years. 5. **Parc de la Ciutadella** (20m) - This gorgeous park is named after the citadel that once sat here. We explore its many points of interest, including a fountain partially-designed by Gaudi, and get some oxygen in our lungs. 6. **El Born** (30m) - We love to show travellers the hidden back streets of the Born district, full of secrets, boutiques, artisan shops and cosy cafes.... the central 'square' used to be a medieval jousting ground! 7. **Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar** (10m) - On most tours we pass by this sensational Gothic masterpiece and admire the rose-window façade, before exploring the rest of El Born. 8. **Playa de La Barceloneta** (30m) - No cycle ride in Barcelona is complete without a ride along the beach. We normally reserve this route for the way home, enjoying the sun on our faces and the carnival atmosphere of this crazy playa. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-20 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Shop of "Ocean Bikes / Space to Sail" at the bottom level inside the Olympic port (the shop is down the stairs, close to sea level). ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Infant seats (free of charge!) are available on request if advised at time of booking - Travellers must be able to ride a bike ## How it compares in Bike & E-Bike Tours Ranked **#11 of 36** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). 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