Self-guided tour through Barcelona
The must-sees of Barcelona with narrated audio and their history on your phone. You set the pace; we provide the route.
The alternative to free tours
No umbrella to follow, no schedule to keep, no awkward tip at the end. You start when you want, stop to eat wherever you like, and pick up the tour where you left off. The story comes to you, not you to the group.
How it works
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Buy and activate whenever you want
The tour activates when you start playing and you get 24 hours: morning and afternoon with the same ticket.
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Follow the route on the map
The map takes you through the must-sees. At each stop, the story of the place — read or narrated with audio.
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Learn while playing (if you want)
Each location offers an optional cultural challenge. You can go for points or simply walk and listen.
What's included
- Narrated audio of Barcelona — like an audio guide, but live
- 581 places with their documented history
- 24 hours of access: the tour adapts to your day
- Available in 9 languages
What are you gonna find out?
- ◆Santa María del Mar
- ◆Palau de la Música
- ◆Drassanes
- ◆Plaza del Rey
- ◆Museo de Picasso
- ◆Mercado del Born
- ◆Parque de la Ciutadella
- ◆Barceloneta
- ◆Arco de Triunfo
- ◆Plaza Nova
Local: 166 · Civil: 137 · Arte: 80 · Patrimonio: 75 · Naturaleza: 59
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Corazón de Gràcia: Plazas y Encanto Barcelona
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the full experience last?▾
It depends on your pace. Exploring all 581 puntos de interés can take between 6 and 10 hours, spread across several sessions. You can pause whenever you want and pick up where you left off.
Do I need to download an app?▾
No. GeoCats works 100% from your mobile browser. You only need an internet connection and to enable geolocation.
In what languages is it available?▾
In the 26 official languages of the European Union, including Spanish, Catalan, English, French, German, Italian, and Portuguese.
Is there a recommended minimum age?▾
The challenges are designed for ages 12 and up with an interest in urban culture. Minors can play accompanied.
What happens if I fail a challenge?▾
You can retry without limit. If you get stuck, the system offers progressive hints. You don't lose XP for making mistakes, you just advance slower in the ranking.
How long is the tour?▾
You get 24 hours from activation. The full route takes about 2-3 hours at a relaxed pace, and you can break it up however you like.
How is it different from a free tour?▾
You're not tied to a group or a schedule: start when you want and go at your own pace. Audio tells the story at each stop, plus you can play the cultural challenges.
Do I need headphones?▾
Not essential, but more enjoyable with them. The audio is also transcribed if you prefer to read.