
About Maria
Hi, I'm Maria and I'm in love with my city! I started as a journalist, which led me to explore every corner of this magical place. I love to show people how special Barcelona is, let me join you and discover it together!
Years of experience & specialties
7 years experience as a guide. My specialties include history, culture, markets, food and local life tours (non-touristic neighborhoods)
Languages I'm fluent in
Catalan, Spanish, and English
Favorite local cuisine
Without any doubt, Razor Clams
Favorite things to do in Barcelona
Visiting some nice markets or any event (food, art), concert or music festival.
Private tours with Maria
Places Maria recommends in Barcelona

Mercat dels Encants
MarketsEl Parc i la Llacuna del Poblenou
Casa Museu Amatller
MuseumsDreta de l'Eixample
In-Edit
Seasonal Events/FestivalsL'Esquerra de l'Eixample
Museu Nacional Art Catalunya (MNAC)
MuseumsMontjuïc
Casa Vicens
MuseumsVila de Grácia
Castells
Live EventsCity Wide
Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB)
MuseumsEl Raval
Festes de Sants
Seasonal Events/FestivalsSants
La Paloma
Live EventsEl Raval
Sitges Film Festival
Seasonal Events/FestivalsSitges
Sónar Festival
Live EventsCity Wide
Girona
Day Trips

Bo de Bernat
CasualSant Antoni
Forn Baluard
Bakeries/CafesBarceloneta
Bar Bodega Gol
TapasSant Antoni
Billy Brunch
CasualDreta de l'Eixample
O’Retorno
TapasL'Esquerra de l'Eixample
Pirineu En Boca
CasualDreta de l'Eixample
Bar El Pollo
Tapas
Casa Ràfols
CasualDreta de l'Eixample
Bar Mendizábal
Tapas
Can Paixano
TapasBarceloneta
Forn Mistral
Bakeries/CafesEl Raval
Sabio Infante
CasualVila de Grácia

Sutton Barcelona
NightclubsSant Gervasi - Galvany
Tablao Flamenco El Paraigua
Cocktail LoungesGothic Quarter
Bar Can Bruixa
Cocktail LoungesLes Corts
Input Dance Club
NightclubsMontjuïc
Lilith & Sons
Cocktail LoungesEl Poble-Sec
Laut Barcelona
NightclubsEl Poble-Sec
Marula Café
Live MusicGothic Quarter
Nevermind
BarsEl Raval
Sips Barcelona
Cocktail LoungesL'Esquerra de l'Eixample
Two Schmucks
Cocktail LoungesEl Raval
Macarena Club
NightclubsGothic Quarter
Asociación Freedonia
Live MusicEl Raval
What travelers say about Maria
5.0(7 reviews)- Anne.5 out of 5Jul 2025
Tailored Tapas and Drinks Tour (3 hours)
It was wonderful! Relaxed, educational, and great food. Maria was a wonderful guide. We are so happy to have met her and to have had this private tour.
- Alexis W.5 out of 5May 2025
Tailored Tapas and Drinks Tour (3 hours)
Maria was very personable and passionate about the food scene in Barcelona. She took us to some amazing local spots where we had the opportunity to enjoy delicious tapas and local spirits. She sprinkled in some history and culture and showed us one of the local markets along the tour. We definitely recommend this tour and Maria to others, it’s a great way to kick off your visit to Barcelona!
- Ingrid R.5 out of 5Oct 2024
Family Friendly Barcelona Tour (2 hours)
Maria was an excellent and welcoming tour guide. She was very personable, friendly, and flexible with providing a great experience for my family, from our children to our older mother. She was knowledgeable and shared interesting information throughout the entire tour. I would love to do more tours with Maria if we come back to Barcelona. She spoke very good English and was easy to understand. She also gave really nice recommendations for restaurants, shops and areas to explore. I highly recommend!
- Jordi P.5 out of 5Sep 2024
Off-the-Beaten-Track Tour (3 hours)
When knowledge, passion for the city and an innate ability to connect with people come together, you can only get an experience that will keep you talking all day. Thank you for this route through the heart of Barcelona and for these corners so authentic and almost without tourists!!!
- Hilary O.5 out of 5Aug 2024
Tailored Tapas and Drinks Tour (3 hours)
Maria is fantastic. I especially appreciated how she put the tour of Barcelona in an historical context that made it even more meaningful. Her tapas tour was so fun. Wear comfortable shoes lol. I highly recommend her.
- Meenakshi S.5 out of 5Aug 2024
Tailored Tapas and Drinks Tour (3 hours)
We had a great time visiting Barcelona for the first time ever. Maria was an amazing tour guide! She was very knowledgeable and very helpful! We did a city tour as well as a Market tour with Maria. Both of which were excellent. I would highly recommend her if you are planning on coming to Barcelona. Also, her restaurant recommendations and general tips were great! We had a great time!!
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