Customised Architecture Programmes in Barcelona
Tailor-made tours, technical visits and professional itineraries led by practising architects.
Architecture and design firms, construction and engineering companies, real estate and development groups, public institutions and organisations interested in architecture and urban transformation trust us to design programmes that offer a clear and meaningful understanding of Barcelona’s built environment.
Every itinerary is created and guided by local architects, providing your team with expert insight into the city’s architecture, urban development and future challenges.
What We Offer
A. Technical Architecture & Urban Development Tours
Designed for professional teams seeking depth, context and clarity.
- Contemporary architecture
- Urban development in the Eixample, 22@ and the waterfront
- Superblocks, mobility and public space
- Sustainable architecture, climate adaptation and environmental strategies
- Housing, regeneration and social innovation
- Modernisme and Gaudí in their urban context
B. Bespoke Professional Itineraries
Programmes tailored to your expertise and objectives.
- Multi-day or single-day itineraries
- Thematic routes adapted to your interests
- Conversations with architects, planners and public institutions
- Workshops, lectures and discussion sessions
- Visits to relevant buildings, projects and districts
C. Exclusive Access
Opportunities available only with an architect-guide.
- Sagrada Família with a certified architect
- Private meetings with offices and institutions
- Special access to selected construction sites and projects
- Behind-the-scenes perspectives whenever possible
Why Choose Guiding Architects Barcelona?
We combine architectural knowledge, local expertise and clear communication to deliver programmes that add real value to your professional practice.
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All programmes designed and guided by practising architects
Your group receives professional, informed interpretation — not generic explanations. -
More than a decade of experience with international professional groups
Working with firms, institutions and companies from across the design and construction sectors. -
Specialist knowledge of Barcelona’s architectural culture and urban strategies
Including housing, sustainability, mobility, public space and innovation. -
Strong local network
Access to studios, institutions, public agencies and project partners. -
Multilingual team
Experienced in communication, teaching and lecturing. -
Unique possibilities
Including Sagrada Família visits with a certified architect-guide. -
Part of the Guiding Architects international network
Ensuring professionalism, quality and international standards.
Barcelona 2026 – World Capital of Architecture
In 2026, Barcelona becomes the World Capital of Architecture, hosting a year-long programme of exhibitions, debates and urban-focused events.
For international professional groups, this moment offers the opportunity to explore the city through the themes shaping global architectural discourse today — including housing, sustainability, mobility, public space and urban transformation.
We design custom architect-led programmes aligned with these themes.
How We Work
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Understanding your goals
You share your focus, objectives and timeframe. -
Draft itinerary
We prepare a programme tailored to your interests. -
Refinement
Together we shape content, duration and logistics. -
Preparation
We coordinate meetings, access and planning. -
Execution
Our architects guide the programme and facilitate on-site discussions.
Themes & Example Itineraries
Choose one focus or combine several to design your own professional programme.
- Housing & Urban Regeneration
- Public Space, Mobility & Superblocks
- Waterfront & Landscape Transformation
- Gaudí & Modernisme in Context
- Sustainable Architecture & Climate Strategies
- Contemporary Catalan Architecture
- 22@ Innovation District
- Heritage & Adaptive Reuse
- Architecture, Infrastructure & Mobility
Who We Work With
We collaborate with diverse professional and institutional clients:
- Architecture and design studios
- Construction and engineering companies
- Real estate groups and developers
- Urban planning departments
- Municipalities and public agencies
- Technology and mobility companies
- Cultural and research institutions
- International organisations and associations
Any questions?
Yes. All our programmes are tailor-made. You can define themes, duration, level of technical depth and preferred areas of focus.
We work with groups of all sizes — from small professional teams to large corporate or institutional delegations. For the best experience, we limit each group to a maximum of 25 participants per architect-guide. For groups of 15 people or more, we recommend using our wireless communication system to ensure optimal audibility and interaction.
Half-day tours typically last 3.5 hours, full-day programmes are 8 hours, and multi-day itineraries are designed according to your schedule and objectives.
Our team guides in English, Spanish, Catalan, German French and Italian.
Yes, we regularly arrange technical visits, office meetings and conversations with professionals relevant to your interests.
We recommend contacting us as early as possible, especially for specialised access or multi-day programmes.
Are you looking for ideas?
Get some inspiration with our unique pre-designed itineraries.
About GA Barcelona
Architecture is our passion. We want to convey the essence of contemporary architecture and urban planning in Barcelona with emotion, authenticity and professional competence. As expert architects, we offer a wide variety of architectural itineraries, conferences and events, all 100% adapted to your interests.
