Any Barcelona visitor will attest to the scenic views on offer every which way you turn, but there’s nothing to quite compare with seeing the city from above.
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Renowned for its distinctive architecture, historic landmarks and cosmopolitan crowds, the Catalan capital is one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations. Among the best ways to enjoy its unique cityscape is during a helicopter ride that takes you high above the Mediterranean metropolis. There are a number of reputable companies offering helicopter tours over Barcelona on a daily basis – and here’s our rundown of three of the best.
Official Helicopter Tour
This small-group tour will see you climb high above Barcelona where you can enjoy the sights down below for between 7 and 12 minutes, depending on your choice. After meeting at Barcelona’s heliport, you and your group of up to 5 people will board your helicopter and begin your ascent. Ad your pilot navigates you into the sky, you can listen through headphones as they communicate with ground control. Once you’re up and cruising, the pilot will also point out notable landmarks to look out for out the windows before your gentle descent back to firm ground. From $114 per person.
Private Barcelona & Montserrat Helicopter Tour
For a more exclusive and intimate experience, this private Barcelona helicopter tour may well fit the bill. In the company of a select group of family or friends, you’ll experience a memorable adventure soaring above the city in a state-of-the-art helicopter, reaching as far as the multi-peaked mountain range of Montserrat where you’ll get to soak up more jaw-dropping panoramic views. The length of the tour can range from 7 minutes in the air all the way through to an unhurried 40 minutes for maximum viewing pleasure. From $168 per person.
Land, Sea & Air Tour
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Remember the silver screen classic, Trains, Planes and Automobile? This tour also includes three forms of transport – but without the misadventures – along with three distinct viewing points from which to marvel at majestic Barcelona. Over the course of 3.5 hours and accompanied the entire time by an expert guide, you’ll explore some of the city’s most notable spots on foot, before heading to the heliport for an air adventure that will leave lasting memories. After a captivating 6-minute flight over the city, you’ll return to land for the final leg of the tour – a boat trip along the scenic Barcelona coastline aboard a traditional wooden Turkish schooner. The tour requires a minimum of 5 participants. From $136 per person.