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Barcelona

Available Excursions for Barcelona

Costa Brava

The Costa Brava is the Catalan coast that stretches north toward France. Despite its name "brava," the coast offers delightful swimming and beautiful views of the Mediterranean sea and its surrounding cliffs. This area is home to the Greek and Roman Ruins, Las Ruinas de Ampurias, which students... Read More

El Escorial

The small town of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is located approximately 30 miles northwest of Madrid. The principal attraction of this city is the 16th century complex built by King Felipe II. The result is more than a royal palace; it is a massive monument, containing not only the King’s... Read More

Figueres

A provincial town northeast of Barcelona, Figueres's main attraction is the Dalí Museum. This museum is the most visited museum in Spain after the Prado in Madrid. Dalí was born in Figueres and opened the museum in 1974. Read More

Girona

A spectacular preservation of an ancient city, Girona is set on top of a fortress-like hill and lies next to the Onyar River. You will find historical remnants of the Moorish, Arab, and Jewish cultures as you explore the city. A variety of different architectural styles from Roman classicism to... Read More

Madrid

The excursion to the capital city will include visits to the Museo del Prado, which houses works of Spanish and European painters from the 12th through the 18th centuries; Palacio Real, considered one of the finest palaces in Europe; as well as the Puerta Del Sol, which captures the spirit of... Read More

Morocco (Optional)

Morocco is a legendary country, with a history as diverse as its population. A longstanding cultural crossroads, Morocco provides visitors with a taste of Arabic, African, and European influences. The country’s famous open-air markets are filled with textiles, jewelry, and art, and there are... Read More

Sitges

Due to its coastline and laid-back attitude, this old fishing village has become a prime vacation spot for young Spaniards. Located 20 minutes from Barcelona, this beach is among the most stunning along the Catalán coast. Young fun-seekers from around the globe come to the world-renowned... Read More

Toledo

Declared a national landmark, Toledo is the city that inspired El Greco in the 16th century. Since then, it has remained largely unchanged in its blending of Arabic, Jewish, and Christian influences. Toledo is also famous for its outstanding Cathedral, which houses many of El Greco’s... Read More

Vall de Boí

Students will have the opportunity to visit Vall de Boi in the Central Pyrenees mountain range between France and Spain. This narrow, steep region features a magnificent concentration of Romanesque churches from the 6th to 8th centuries, and it was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2000.... Read More