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What is the translation of "tour guide" in Spanish?

"tour guide" in spanish, tour guide {noun}.

• volume_up guía
• guía turístico
• guía de turismo
• guía de turistas

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Similar translations for "tour guide" in spanish.

• recorrido turístico
• tour the region
• tour the show
• tour the site
• tour tickets
• tour together
• tour travel
• tour winner
• touring acts
• touring artists
• touring band
• touring bike
• touring car
• touring circuit
• touring company
• touring cyclist
• touring exhibition

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Free London Essential Tour to not get lost in London. The tour is an excellent introduction to London, covering the main monuments, ideal for taking the best pictures with the red cabin with our Charming Guides! During the guided tour we will show you the highlights of London, we will pass through Green Park, we will chase the squirrels that will not wait in St James Park. We will continue by The Mall, St. James Palace, Buckingham Palace, Winston Churchill Museum, Tragalfar Square, National Gallery, St Martins in the Fields, Whitehall, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and Big Ben.

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• St James's Palace
• Churchill War Rooms
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• Downing Street
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Essential Tourism Vocabulary in Spanish: Words and Phrases To Know

With Spanish tourism vocabulary, you can greet people, ask for directions, order food at a restaurant, and navigate the bus station, airport, hotel, and more. 

Spanish tourism vocabulary helps you immeasurably while traveling in Hispanic countries. Learning Spanish is a tool that will open all kinds of doors for you. 

Your whole travel experience will be different and more meaningful if you practice and use these 100+ tourism vocabulary words and phrases in this lesson! 

Keep reading to learn Spanish travel vocabulary and discover why it’s so essential before your upcoming trip.

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Greetings and Introductions

If you’re learning tourism vocabulary in Spanish, it makes sense to start with greetings and introductions. 

If you want to dig deeper into this section of Spanish travel vocabulary, I highly recommend this Ultimate List of Greetings and Farewells for Beginners .

Hola, ¿cómo estás? Hello, how are you?

Bien, ¿y tú? I’m fine, and you?

Bien también, gracias. I’m fine too, thank you. 

Buenos días. Good morning.

Buenas tardes. Good afternoon.

Buenas noches. Good evening.

¿Cuál es tu nombre? What is your name?

Mi nombre es ________. My name is ________ .

Mucho gusto, soy ________. Nice to meet you, I am ________ . 

Gracias por la invitación. Thank you for having me. 

Farewells and Good Wishes

Say farewell with this Spanish travel and tourism vocabulary. Most people in Spain and Latin America are open, warm, and friendly. I added some phrases at the end so you can make lasting friendships. 

Hasta luego. See you later.

Gusto en conocerlo. Nice to meet you.

Gracias por la cena; hasta pronto. Thank you for dinner; see you soon.

¡Que tengan un buen viaje! Have a good trip!

Cuídense, adiós. Take care, goodbye.

¿Te puedo agregar a Facebook? Can I add you on Facebook?

¿Me puedes dar tu número de teléfono? Can you give me your phone number?

¡Gracias por todos los consejos! Thank you for all the tips!

¡Gracias por ayudarme! Thank you for helping me!

Por favor búscame en Instagram. Please look for me on Instagram. 

Most Common Questions

This tourism vocabulary section has the most common questions and phrases tourists use when traveling abroad. Don’t worry about sounding perfect or trying to get everything right. If you’re lost or have a specific need, chances are people will try to help and understand you.

¿Me puede ayudar? Estoy perdido. Can you help me? I am lost.

¿Hablas inglés?  Do you speak English? 

¿Sabes dónde puedo encontrar un mapa? Do you know where I can find a map?

Disculpa, ¿aquí hay internet? Excuse me, is there WiFi here?

¿Dónde están los baños? Where are the restrooms?

¿Cuál es el centro de información más cercano? What is the nearest information center?

¿Me puede traducir esto por favor? Can you translate this for me please?

Transportation 

Use these tourism vocabulary words in the bus terminal, airport, or taxi. Use a cheat sheet to remember or have them on your phone in case you forget a couple of words. 

Quisiera comprar un boleto de avión por favor. I would like to buy a plane ticket please.

¿Me puede pedir un taxi? Can you call a cab for me?

Por favor vamos lo más rápido posible, tengo prisa. Let’s go as fast as we can please; I’m in a hurry.

¿En esta ciudad hay Uber? Is there Uber in this city?

¿Dónde está la central de camiones? Where is the bus station?

Estoy buscando la terminal 3. I am looking for terminal 3.

¿A qué hora sale el camión? At what time does the bus leave?

Necesito un boleto para Acapulco, por favor. I need a ticket for Acapulco, please.

¿Nos puede dar dos asientos juntos? Can you give us two seats together?

El vuelo está demorado. The flight has a delay.

¿Me puede llevar a esta dirección? Can you take me to this address?

¿Cuánto cuesta el boleto de avión? How much does a plane ticket cost?

¿Estamos cerca? Are we close?

Perdí mi avión, ¿qué puedo hacer? I lost my flight, what can I do?

Directions and Places

If you’re a little unsure of where you are going, don’t worry! Just remember this Spanish travel vocabulary and ask anyone for help. Get to specific places by asking ¿dónde está…? (“where is….”). 

The table below contains words to give directions. “Two blocks to the left” or “pass the bridge and turn right at the next corner” are examples of what people may say to you while looking for a museum or market. 

This vocabulary table contains specific places you may want to ask about. 

A Spanish travel and tourism vocabulary list wouldn’t be complete without a hotel section. Ask the front desk if you have any questions. 

Te espero en el lobby. I’ll wait for you in the lobby.

¿El desayuno está incluido? Is breakfast included?

Deme dos toallas por favor. Give me two towels please.

Te veo en la alberca. See you at the swimming pool. 

¿Me puede indicar cuáles son las atracciones turísticas más cercanas? Can you tell me which are the closest tourist attractions?

¿En qué piso está tu cuarto? What floor is your room on?

Restaurants 

This is the part where you get to show off your knowledge on Spanish travel vocabulary. You can order food for you and your friend or significant other by learning these simple phrases. Use them at an Argentinian restaurant or a Mexican meat market .

¿Cuánto cuesta el bufé? How much does the buffet cost?

Quiero la mesa del fondo.  I want the back table. 

¿Cuál es la guarnición? What is the side dish?

¿Me puede dar dos menús? Can you give me two menus?

Estamos listos para ordenar. We are ready to order.

¿Me puede traer una hamburguesa sin tomate ni cebolla? Can you bring me a hamburger with no tomato nor onion?

Queremos malteadas de chocolate y de fresa. We want chocolate and strawberry milkshakes.

¿Cuál es el platillo estrella de este restaurantes? What is the best dish at this restaurant?

¡Probemos platillos típicos! Let’s try typical dishes!

¿Me trae la cuenta? Can I get the bill?

¿Qué me recomienda? What do you recommend?

Soy alérgico al huevo y a las nueces. I’m allergic to eggs and nuts.

Yo soy vegana y ella es vegetariana.  I am vegan and she is vegetarian. 

Going Shopping 

Shopping for souvenirs or clothes is one of the best experiences you can have in Latin America. Get ready to ask for prices, store locations, and payment methods. Enjoy your time at flea markets, malls, hotel shops, tour agencies, and street stalls. 

See also: At the Bank in Spanish

¿Cuánto cuesta esta playera? How much does this t-shirt cost?

Vamos de compras. Let’s go shopping.

¿Dónde está el centro comercial más cercano? Where is the closest mall?

¿Sabes dónde puedo comprar un traje de baño? Do you know where I can buy a swimming suit?

Iré a comprar souvenirs.  I will go buy souvenirs. 

No sé si pagar con tarjeta de crédito o efectivo.  I don’t know whether to pay with a credit card or cash.

¿Tienes cambio? Do you have change?

¿Dónde puedo cambiar dólares a pesos? Where can I exchange dollars for pesos?

¿Me puede ayudar a encontrar un banco por favor? Can you help me find a bank please?

¿Estos zapatos tienen descuento? Do these shoes have a discount?

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Medical Emergencies 

Just in case you have a medical emergency, here is a list of relevant Spanish travel vocabulary. Describe your symptoms and how you feel. Ask someone to get help or call an ambulance. 

Necesito un doctor. I need a doctor

Me siento mal. I feel bad. 

Me duele el pecho. I have chest pains.

Estoy mareado/a. I’m dizzy.

Tengo náuseas. I feel nauseous.

Me desmayé en la mañana. I fainted this morning.

Mis síntomas son temperatura alta, dolor de cabeza y sangrado de nariz.  My symptoms are high temperature, headache, and nose bleeds. 

¿Dónde está el hospital más cercano? Where is the nearest hospital?

¡Llama una ambulancia! Call an ambulance!

¡Consigue ayuda!  Go get help!

Soy alérgica a un medicamento. I am allergic to a drug. 

¿Dónde hay una farmacia? Where’s the pharmacy?

Tengo seguro. I have insurance. 

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A Useful Guide to Spanish Travel Phrases

Written by Diana Luciana

August 25, 2022.

Are you planning a long-awaited trip to a Spanish-speaking country? 🌎

Your trip can be so much more fun and meaningful if you know how to say travel in Spanish, and communicate with the locals—how many times have you missed out on a secret spot because you didn’t speak the language?—and find your way around with this guide to Spanish travel phrases and words. From getting to the airport to ordering food in Spanish at the restaurant, we got you covered.

How do you say travel in Spanish?

We put together a list of essential Spanish travel phrases, need-to-know vocabulary, and tips for traveling in Spanish. Keep in mind that you don’t need to speak Spanish fluently to get the most out of your trip and have meaningful interactions. A basic travel Spanish vocabulary will get you a long way, and the locals would definitely appreciate the effort. And when you don’t understand or aren’t sure of what’s being said, simply ask ¿Habla inglés? (Do you speak English?)

Key phrases in Spanish for travelers

Here are some key Spanish phrases and greetings you should know. You can use them in any situation (asking for directions in Spanish, asking questions in Spanish, meeting new people in Spanish, and so on.) It’s a mini Spanish 101 lesson:

Spanish greetings

• Buenos días   — Good morning
• Buenas tardes   — Good afternoon
• Buenas noches   — Good evening
• ¿Cómo te llamas?  — What’s your name?
• Me llamo…   — My name is…
• Mucho gusto. Encantado — It’s a pleasure to meet you.
• ¿Cómo te va? / ¿Qué tal? / ¿Qué hay?  — How’s it going?
• ¿Cómo estás?   — How are you?
• Bien, gracias / Muy bien, gracia s — Good, thank you / Very well, thank you
• Por favor   — Please
• Perdón / Lo siento — Sorry
• ¿Habla inglés?   — Do you speak English?
• No hablo español.  — I don’t speak Spanish.
• No entiendo bien el español. — I don’t understand Spanish well. 
• ¿Tiene…?  — Do you have…?
• ¿Entiende?  — Do you understand?
• Yo entiendo / yo no entiendo  — I understand / I don’t understand
• Hágame el favor de hablar más despacio. — Speak more slowly, please. 
• Escríbalo, por favor. — Write it down, please.

Essential Spanish

• ¿Dónde está…? ¿Dónde están…? — Where is…? Where are…?
• ¿Por dónde se va a…? / ¿Cómo puedo llegar a…? — How do you go to…? 
• ¿Dónde estamos aquí en el mapa? — Where are we on the map?
• ¿Está lejos? ¿Está por aquí? — Is it far away? Is it near here?
• Busco… — I’m looking for…
• ¿Me podría ayudar?  — Can you help me?
• Estoy perdido  (for men) / perdida  (for women) . — I’m lost.
• ¿Hay alguien que hable inglés? — Is there anyone who speaks English? 
• Disculpe / Con permiso / Perdóname — Excuse me
• ¿Quién?   — Who?
• ¿Qué?   — What?
• ¿Cuándo?   — When?
• ¿Cómo?   — How?
• ¿Cuánto?   — How much?
• ¿Cuántos?   — How many?
• ¿Por qué?   — Why?
• ¿A qué hora?   — What time?
• ¿Por cuánto tiempo?   — How long?
• ¿Cada cuánto?   — How often?
• Yo quiero / yo no quiero  — I want / I don’t want
• Yo tengo / yo no tengo  — I have / I don’t have

How to say airport in Spanish

Imagine yourself getting off the plane ( el avión )—new place, new language, new everything—ready to start your vacation. Even though English is widely spoken, knowing the basic Spanish travel vocabulary for airports and planes will make your trip easier. And you will start your vacation on the right foot, confident that you can find your way in any situation.

Essential travel vocabulary in Spanish for when you are at the airport ( el aeropuerto ):

Spanish travel vocabulary

Airport-specific vocabulary in Spanish

• la aduana  — customs
• la aerolínea  / la linea aerea   — airline
• el asiento  — seat
• el auxiliar de vuelo, la azafata  — flight attendant
• el baño  — bathroom
• el boleto  — ticket
• confirmar una reservación   — to confirm a reservation
• el destino  —  destination
• el equipaje  — luggage
• el horario, el itinerario   — schedule
• la maleta  — suitcase
• el pasajero, la pasajera  —  passenger
• el pasaporte  —  passport
• el regreso  —  return
• la salida  —  departure, exit
• la tarifa  —  price
• la tienda libre de impuestos   — duty-free shop
• el viaje  — journey, trip
• el vuelo  —  flight, wing

Spanish travel phrases

Useful phrases at the airport in Spanish

• ¿Cuándo sale el avión?  — When does the plane leave?
• Mi vuelo es a las … en punto. — My flight is at … o’clock.
• ¿A qué hora es el embarque?  — What time is boarding?
• ¿Cuándo llega el avión?  — When does the plane arrive?
• Quisiera cambiar mi reserva / asiento.   — I would like to change my reservation / seat.
• Querría anular mi reserva.   — I would like to cancel my reservation.
• Necesitamos ayuda para subir al avión.   — We need help to get on the plane.
• ¿Podría elegir mi asiento?  — Could I choose my seat?
• Este es mi equipaje de mano . — This is my carry-on luggage.
• ¿Se ha cancelado el vuelo?   — Has the flight been canceled?
• ¿Dónde está la terminal internacional / a puerta de embarque ?  — Where is the international terminal / boarding gate?
• ¿Dónde puedo cambiar dinero? — Where is there a currency exchange desk?
• ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the bathroom?

How to ask for directions in Spanish

You are finally in the city, ready to explore! Next on the list is learning how to ask for directions in Spanish. In this section, we’ll also cover the topic of transportation and finding a hotel in Spanish, and show you the most common travel phrases. Let’s delve into it:

• ¿Dónde está la estación de ferrocarril?  — Where is the railway station?
• ¿A qué hora sale el tren?   — What time does the train leave?
• ¿A qué hora sale el próximo tren?  — What time does the next train leave?
• ¿De qué plataforma sale?  — Which platform does it leave from?
• ¿Dónde puedo tomar un taxi / un autobús? (Latin America) /  ¿Dónde puedo coger un taxi / un autobús? (Spain) — Where can I catch a taxi / a bus?
• ¿Tiene un pase de un día?  — Do you have a one-day pass?
• ¿Cuánto cuesta un billete al aeropuerto?   — How much is a ticket to the airport?
• ¿Cómo llego a…?   — How do I get to … ?
• Gira a la izquierda/derecha.   — Turn left/right.
• ¿Dónde hay un supermercado?   — ¿Where is there a supermarket?
• ¿Dónde hay una casa de cambio?   — Where is the currency exchange?
• ¿Dónde está el banco?  — Where is the bank?
• ¡Disculpe! Soy turista y estoy perdido/a.  — Excuse me! I am a tourist and I am lost.
• ¿Dónde hay un restaurante?  — Where is a restaurant?
• Me podrías recomendar un restaurante?   — Do you have any restaurant recommendations?

12 Spanish travel phrases for the hotel

• Busco un hotel . — I’m looking for a hotel.
• Yo necesito un hotel / un cuarto / un cuarto con baño.  — I need a hotel / a room / a room with a bathroom.
• Una habitación para dos personas . — A room for two people.
• Yo tengo una reserva a nombre de…  — I have a reservation under the name of…
• He reservado una habitación.  — I have booked a room.
• ¿Puedes darme la llave de mi habitación?  — Can you give me the key to my room?
• ¿Cuándo es la hora límite de salida?   — When is check-out time?
• ¿Puedo solicitar una salida tardía?  — Can I request for late check-out?
• ¿Cuál es la contraseña de Wifi?  — What is the Wifi password?
• ¿Tiene servicio de habitaciones?  — Do you have room service?
• ¿A qué hora es el desayuno?  — What time is breakfast?
• Esta habitación es demasiado ruidosa.   — This room is too noisy.

How to order food in Spanish

After a long day of walking and exploring, it’s time to take a break and have a bite. Maybe try out the local Spanish cuisine. Whether you are ordering food or drinks, these phrases will come in handy. And if you want to learn more about how to say food in Spanish, check out this post . (You also have an entire section about ordering food in Spanish.) Start with these phrases:

• Una mesa para… dos, tres, cuatro . — A table for… two, three, four.
• ¿Cuál es el menú de hoy? — What is today’s menu?
• Me gustaría probar la especialidad del cocinero.  — I would like to try the chef’s specialty.
• ¿Qué me recomienda? — What do you recommend?
• Me gustaría algo de postre.   — I would like some dessert.
• La cuenta, por favor. – The check, please.
• ¿Acepta tarjeta de crédito? — Do you accept credit card?
• Tengo alergia a … — I am allergic to…
• Soy alérgico. — I’m allergic.
• Soy vegetariano/a. — I’m a vegetarian.

Now you’re all set for your Spanish travels! I hope this guide will enhance your travel experience, and that you will enjoy speaking Spanish—from asking for directions to ordering breakfast at the local cafe. If you want more free Spanish lessons , check out my YouTube channel and blog .

What’s your favorite travel destination? ✈️🧳 Drop your answer in the comments.

P.S. Do you know how to say safe travels in Spanish? Learn 3 ways you can say safe travels in Spanish: Te deseo que tengas un buen viaje (I wish you safe travels), Ojalá que tengas un buen viaje (I hope you have a good trip) and the formal option of Le deseo que tenga un buen viaje (I hope you have a good trip.) Now you know how to say safe travels in Spanish.

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131 Useful Spanish Travel Phrases Every Traveler Should Learn

Have you been dreaming about your upcoming vacation to Spain?

Eagerly awaiting your backpacking trek through South America?

Whatever the case, your trip to any Spanish-speaking country will be so much more fun and meaningful if you can communicate with locals .

But what kind of Spanish travel phrases do you even need to know?

Below are the essentials— the most common Spanish phrases for travel  to help you upgrade your trip from “goodw” to “great.”

1. Basic Spanish Greetings and Phrases

2. basic spanish phrases for everyday use, 3. asking for directions in spanish, 4. spanish travel phrases for the hotel, 5. spanish travel phrases for the restaurant, 6. spanish phrases for the airport and ticket offices, 7. medical emergencies in spanish, 8. spanish phrases for having a bit of fun.

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Spanish-speaking countries are generally very polite and you must always be courteous and say “hello” and “how are you?”

Don’t worry about making mistakes. Most people will try their utmost to understand you and to make sure you understand them. Try your best and they will be happy to reciprocate!

• Buenos días — Good morning
• Buenas tardes — Good afternoon
• Buenas noches — Good evening
• ¿Cómo te llamas? — What’s your name? (informal)
• ¿Cómo se llama? — What’s your name? (formal)
• Me llamo… — My name is…
• Mucho gusto — Nice to meet you
• ¿Cómo estás? — How are you? (informal)
• ¿Cómo está? — How are you? (formal)
• Bien, gracias — Good, thank you
• Por favor — Please
• Gracias — Thank you
• Perdón — S orry
• ¿Habla inglés? — Do you speak English?
• No hablo español — I don’t speak Spanish

You can go far with some very easy-to-remember travel phrases and words.

You’ll likely use “I want,” “I like” and “Do you have…?” quite often. If you don’t know the noun, you can simply point at the object or show a photo.

You can also say a lot of things with very simple verbs we’re about to introduce. It may not be the sophisticated way you speak in English, but you will be understood.

• Quiero / No quiero  — I want / I don’t want
• Me gustaría ; Quisiera — I would like (more polite)
• ¿Dónde está…? — Where is…? Since  dónde ends in  e and  está  starts with one, these two words flow into each other, almost like they were a single word.
• ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much does it cost? 
• ¿Qué hora es? — What time is it?
• ¿Tiene…? — Do you have…?
• Tengo / No tengo  — I have / I don’t have
• Entiendo / No entiendo  — I understand / I don’t understand
• ¿Entiende? — Do you understand?
• Quiero un boleto — I want a ticket

…un hotel — …a hotel

…un taxi — …a taxi

• No funciona — It doesn’t work

That last one is an all-purpose word . You can use this for a million circumstances! Just point at the shower or whatever and say “ ¡No funciona!”

What we’ve seen so far is basic survival Spanish, so even if you can only remember these words and phrases, they’ll still help a great deal.

If you get a bit lost or unsure of how to get somewhere, “¿dónde está?”  is the simplest way of asking for directions. Here are a few more phrases, locations and other directions in Spanish that will be helpful on your trip:

• ¿Dónde está la estación de ferrocarril? — Where is the railway station?
• ¿Dónde hay un restaurante? — Where is a restaurant?
• Un tren — A train
• La calle… — The street…
• Un banco — A bank
• El baño — The bathroom
• Busco un hotel — I’m looking for a hotel
• Necesito un hotel — I need a hotel

…un cuarto — …a room

…un cuarto con baño — …a room with a bathroom

• ¿Dónde hay una casa de cambio? — Where is the currency exchange?
• ¿Dónde está el banco? — Where is the bank?
• Dinero — Money

Once you have asked a question, someone will answer you in Spanish. Listen for these key words:

• A la derecha — To the right
• A la izquierda — To the left
• Derecho — Straight ahead
• En la esquina — At the corner
• A una cuadra — In one block

…dos cuadras — …two blocks

…tres cuadras — …three blocks

…cuatro cuadras — …four blocks

You’ve finally found your hotel and you’re ready to check in!

Staff at international chains will probably be able to communicate in English with you, but these phrases and questions will come in handy for local hotels, hostels, bed and breakfasts, etc.

These will also be helpful when you need to make adjustments to your reservation or are curious about other hotel amenities.

• Tengo una reserva a nombre de… — I have a reservation under the name of…
• Estadía de tres noches — Three-night stay
• Una habitación para dos personas — A room for two people
• Una habitación con una cama de matrimonio — A room with a double bed As you can see, habitación is a synonym of cuarto . You can use either term when booking a room.
• ¿Dónde está la piscina? — Where is the pool?
• ¿A qué hora es el desayuno? — What time is breakfast?
• ¿Puedo solicitar una salida tardía? — Can I request a late check-out?
• ¿Tiene servicio de habitaciones? — Do you have room service?
• ¿ Cuál es la contraseña de WiFi ? —  What is the WiFi password?
• Una cama supletoria — An extra bed
• Vista al mar — Ocean view
• Vista a la ciudad — City view
• Un balcón — A balcony
• La terraza — The rooftop / terrace
• El gimnasio — The gym
• La playa — The beach
• El vestíbulo — The lobby

Probably the most useful travel phrases you will need are the ones you would use in a restaurant. Let’s go over some basic restaurant vocabulary in Spanish :

Ask for anything by using quiero  or quisiera  — “I want” or “I would like.” And remember to say  por favor  and  gracias!

• Una mesa — A table
• Una mesa para dos — A table for two

…tres — …three

…cuatro — …four

• Un menú / Una carta — A menu
• Sopa — Soup
• Ensalada — Salad
• Hamburguesa — Hamburger
• Con salsa de tomate — With ketchup

…mostaza — …mustard

…tomate — …tomato

…lechuga — …lettuce

• Una entrada — An appetizer
• Un postre — Dessert
• Una bebida — A drink
• Agua — Water
• Vino tinto / Vino blanco — Red wine / White wine
• Cerveza — Beer
• Un café — Coffee
• ¡Señor! / ¡Señorita! — Mister / Miss (when calling a waiter or waitress)
• La cuenta — The check
• Una tarjeta de crédito — A credit card
• Una tarjeta de débito — A debit card
• Pagar en efectivo — Pay in cash

Note that many places in smaller towns still don’t take credit cards , so make sure you have enough cash with you.

You can ask if a place takes credit cards by using the noun with a question. For example, you can pull out your credit card and say: ¿Tarjeta de crédito? They will understand.

It’s time to soak in some culture ! Whether you want to go see a show, check out an art exhibit, watch a local movie or visit the next town (or country) over, you’ll need to buy some sort of ticket.

We’ll start with some airport-specific vocabulary —bearing in mind that many of these phrases are versatile and can be used in various situations—followed by more general vocabulary. 

• Su pasaporte, por favor — Your passport, please
• Quisiera cambiar mi reserva — I would like to change my reservation
• ¿Podría elegir mi asiento? — Could I choose my seat?
• Quisiera cambiar mi asiento — I would like to change my seat
• Este es mi equipaje de mano — This is my carry-on luggage
• ¿Se ha cancelado el vuelo? — Has the flight been canceled?
• ¿Dónde está la terminal internacional? — Where is the international terminal?
• ¿Dónde está la puerta de embarque? — Where is the boarding gate?
• ¿A qué hora es el embarque? — What time is boarding?

Earlier we defined entrada as an “appetizer.” Entrada has multiple meanings related to “start” or “entry,” so you can also use it to say “ticket.”

• ¿Cuánto cuesta una entrada? — How much does a ticket cost?
• Dos boletos de ida y vuelta — Two roundtrip tickets
• ¿ Tiene un pase de un día ? — Do you have a one-day pass?
• ¿A qué hora sale el próximo tren ? — What time does the next train leave?
• ¿De qué plataforma sale? — Which platform does it leave from?
• ¿Qué puerta? — Which gate?

For more specific situations, here are some words and phrases you might need when purchasing tickets:

• El espectáculo — The show / performance
• El teatro — The theater
• La exposición — The exhibit
• El cine — The cinema
• Una película — A movie
• Un vuelo — A flight
• Viaje de ida — One-way trip
• Viaje de ida y vuelta — Return trip / round trip
• El asiento de pasillo — The aisle seat
• El asiento de ventanilla — The window seat
• La primera fila — The first row

La segunda fila — The second row

La tercera fila — The third row

La cuarta fila — The fourth row

Also, as you’ve likely noticed, for anything dealing with money or quantities, you’ll want to be familiar with numbers in Spanish .

A smart traveler always comes prepared with some emergency over-the-counter meds. After all, you never know what could happen when you’re overseas.

But when those aren’t enough, these are the phrases that will help with your health-related concerns when in a Spanish-speaking country:

• ¿Dónde está la farmacia? — Where is the pharmacy?
• ¿Dónde está el hospital más cercano? — Where is the nearest hospital?
• Seguro de salud internacional — International health insurance
• No me siento bien — I feel sick / I don’t feel well
• ¿El doctor habla inglés? — Does the doctor speak English?
• ¿Necesito una receta? — Do I need a prescription?
• ¿Qué medicina necesito? — What medicine do I need?
• La cita médica — Doctor’s appointment
• La cita de seguimiento — Follow-up appointment

If you need help explaining your symptoms, these terms will help you out. With the exception of the last phrase, start off by saying tengo , followed by any of the below:

• Un resfriado — A cold
• Dolor de garganta — Sore throat
• Tos — Cough
• Fiebre — Fever
• Dolor de cabeza — Headache
• Dolor de estómago — Stomachache
• Dolor de espalda — Backache
• Resaca — Hangover
• Me gotea la nariz — I have a runny nose

Of course, a trip to a Spanish-speaking country wouldn’t be complete without a little ¡fiesta! (carnival; party). If you’re keen to hit the town, here are a few phrases to help you get your groove on.

• ¡Salud! — Cheers!
• ¿Hay algún bar por aquí? — Is there a bar around here?
• ¿Dónde están las discotecas? — Where are the clubs?
• ¿A qué hora abren las discotecas? — What time do the clubs open?
• ¿Me recomienda un lugar para bailar? — Can you recommend me a place to dance?
• ¿Quieres bailar conmigo? — Do you want to dance with me?
• ¡Bailemos! — Let’s dance!

Of course, to use all these phrases successfully, you’ll need to practice ! You can save and print this post as a PDF or even create your own flashcards. You can also use a program that creates flashcards for you, like the video-based FluentU .

Do you feel more prepared for your trip now? Pack these Spanish travel phrases with the rest of your essentials and you’ll be sure to get the most from your vacation!

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The laid-back French city with a Spanish vibe and all-year sunshine

Toulouse is known as la ville rose, and you may indeed feel like you’re wearing rose-tinted spectacles here. expect tip-top pastries, pretty squares and a space museum.

W hen is a pain au chocolat not a pain au chocolat? When you’re in southwest France, that’s when. Down here in Occitania it’s called a chocolatine, and you’d do well to remember it. Closer to the Med in temperament and geography than it is to Paris, Toulouse revels in its otherness. It’s France with its top button undone, a glass of pastis in its hand and a Spanish mate who came for the weekend but never quite got around to leaving. In fact, La Ville Rose, so named for its predilection for terracotta-toned buildings, is home to one of the largest Spanish communities in France and you’re as likely to find restaurants serving tapas as cassoulet. One of France’s biggest cities and home to the aerospace giant Airbus, Toulouse nevertheless feels cosy, its narrow cobbled streets leading to pretty squares and glimpses of the languid Garonne River, which cuts through town on its way from the Spanish Pyrenees to Bordeaux.

• Morning: Marché Victor Hugo • Eat at: Au Bon Graillou • Afternoon: Cité de l’Espace • Drink at: Ma Biche sur Le Toit • Evening: Théâtre du Capitole • Eat at: Grand Café Le Florida

• Morning: Muséum de Toulouse • Eat at: Une Table à Deux • Afternoon: Couvent des Jacobins • Drink at: Chez Tonton • Evening: Garonne riverside • Eat at: M Georges

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There’s no particular link between the 19th-century miserabilist Victor Hugo and the magnificent covered produce market that bears his name, but I have a hunch that he’d like it. Spanish hams hang above butchers’ counters, while elite boulangeries and fromageries vie for your attention (6am-2pm, closed on Mondays; marche-victor-hugo.fr). Join Taste of Toulouse for a market tour full of samples and insight (£85pp; tasteoftoulouse.com).

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On the eastern outskirts of town, the Cité de l’Espace is a slick space museum fully of snazzy exhibits and things that go ping. When you’re done pressing flashing buttons and staring thoughtfully at bits of moon rock, nose around an early model of the Mir space station and try out a space-launch simulator (£22; cite-espace.com).

The splendid neoclassical building that dominates Place du Capitole serves as city hall, but it’s also home to Toulouse’s opera and ballet companies. You can catch lunchtime recitals at the ThéâtreduCapitole or make an evening of it; Debussy’s only opera, Pelléas et Mélisande , will be performed here from May 17 to 26 (from £4; opera.toulouse.fr).

Start the day with a deep dive into evolution and the natural world at the top-notch Muséum de Toulouse, before getting your fill of chlorophyll on a stroll around the peaceful Jardin des Plantes, Grand Rond and Jardin Royal (£10; museum.toulouse-metropole.fr).

Carmes is perfect for window shopping en route to the romanesque Couvent des Jacobins. You can see the 13th-century church’s distinctive octagonal bell tower from a fair way off, but get up close to inspect the vaulted roof from the inside and see the reliquary of Thomas Aquinas. When you’re done nave gazing, it’s worth the £4 to have a mooch around the tranquil cloisters (jacobins.toulouse.fr).

Cross Pont St Pierre towards the steadily gentrifying St Cyprien neighbourhood. From here you can amble south to the Prairie des Filtres riverside park, which in summer is covered with sand to become Toulouse Plage. Or head west, past the Hôpital de la Grave, towards the charmingly named contemporary art museum, Les Abattoirs (£9; lesabattoirs.org).

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Where to eat and drink

Au Bon Graillou Upstairs at the market, at the end of a rather dingy corridor, five fun restaurants await. Au Bon Graillou is a good choice, so take a seat on the balcony and tuck into hearty local favourites such as duck confit or Toulouse sausage and mash (mains from £13; @aubongraillou on Instagram).

Ma Biche sur Le Toit Back in town, head up to the roof of Galeries Lafayette department store and there’s an overpriced restaurant and, at weekends, a banging nightclub. However, there’s also a swanky terrace where you can enjoy decent cocktails, fancy tea and one of the best panoramic views in the Pink City (cocktails from £6; mabichesurletoit.com).

Grand Café Le Florida Grab a buzzy terrace table at this classic brasserie on Place du Capitole, or head inside for a blast of belle époque glamour. The menu sticks to the hits, but portions of steak tartare and duck breast are generous, the service is warm and the art nouveau decor is sumptuous (mains from £15; leflorida.fr).

Une Table à Deux Book ahead for a Michelin-approved lunch in the trendy Carmes district, opposite the Paul Dupuy Museum of Precious Arts. The short menu changes each day but always includes an Asian-inspired dish. And if you spot the sautéed shrimp with wasabi turnip coulis, you’ve hit the jackpot (set lunch from £23; unetableadeux.fr).

Chez Tonton Place St Pierre, right on the Garonne, is very much student central and has several lively bars worth checking out. Chez Tonton draws a rowdy crowd as the night goes on, especially when there’s a big rugby game, but on a sunny afternoon its terrace benches offer a grand spot for people watching and a revitalising pastis (from £5; fb.com/cheztontontoulouse).

M Georges There are big plates if you want them, but the menu here is as funky as the vibe, so go tapas-style and smother your table with bone marrow and toast, fried duck hearts and courgette-flower beignets. The terrace is great, but the first floor is super comfortable (small plates from £7; monsieurgeorges.fr).

Where to stay

Hôtel d’orsay.

A steal at the top of town There’s a clutch of decent budget hotels opposite the main railway station, and the Hôtel d’Orsay is a good choice. It’s simple, clean, cracking value for money and only ten minutes’ walk from Marché Victor Hugo. Rooms are on the small side, but perfectly comfortable; ask for one overlooking the Canal du Midi. Breakfasts aren’t great, but there are plenty of options nearby ( B&B doubles from £84; hotel-dorsay.com).

Aparthotel Adagio Toulouse Centre la Grave

Relax by the river On the west bank of the Garonne, in St Cyprien, this chilled-out, newly opened Adagio outpost is right next to the Hôpital de la Grave and a short stroll over the bridge from buzzy Place St Pierre. All rooms come with snazzy small kitchens and extremely comfy beds, and the staff are unfailingly cheery. There’s a tip-top artisanal bakery just down the road too, for your morning chocolatines ( B&B doubles from £120; adagio-city.com).

La Cour des Consuls Hotel and Spa

Old-school elegance A distinguished 18th-century family home on a quiet street close to Pont Neuf, La Cour des Consuls is one of the smartest stays in town. There are plenty of excellent dining options right on the doorstep, but the hotel’s glamorous Michelin-star restaurant, Le Cénacle, attracts plenty of the city’s more discerning diners. Sleek rooms overlook the central courtyard ( B&B doubles from £220; all.accor.com).

Getting there

Ryanair runs direct Stansted-Toulouse flights ten times a week from £17 one way, taking two hours; it also flies direct from Birmingham and Edinburgh (ryanair.com). Shuttle buses from Toulouse-Blagnac airport run every 20 minutes and cost about £8 for the 30-minute journey into town.

Getting around

The centre of Toulouse is great for walking, but public transport is cheap and easy to use. A day pass is valid for the bus, tram and metro and available to buy at any station for £6. Mike Atkins was a guest of Toulouse Tourisme ( toulouse-tourisme.com ) and Aparthotel Adagio Toulouse Centre la Grave

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10 Best Barcelona Shore Excursions in 2024

B arcelona is a city that is steeped in history and oozing with unique character. From the inspiring architecture (much of which is designed by the world-renowned architect Antoni Gaudí) to the nearby scenic beaches, there really is something for everyone in this beautiful Spanish city.

It’s no wonder that Barcelona is a popular stop for cruise ships, allowing cruisers the opportunity to spend a day in this glorious city.

As a travel advisor, I have many clients that sail from Barcelona. It is one of the most popular ports on European Cruise Itineraries as well as one of the most beloved Spain Cruise Ports .

In this article, I’m going to dive into my favorite Barcelona shore excursions for cruisers.

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Top Barcelona Shore Excursions for Cruisers

1. la sagrada familia guided tour with skip-the-line tickets.

⭐️ Rating: 4.5/5 ⌛️Tour Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes ✅ Book it Here

La Sagrada Familia , arguably the most famous landmark in the city, is a basilica located in the heart of Barcelona. It was designed by renowned architect Antoni Gaudí and is considered one of his most important works.

Construction on La Sagrada Familia began in 1882 and continues to this day, making it one of the longest-running construction projects in the world.

Due to the monument’s popularity, queues to visit can get pretty lengthy. The good news is that if you book a guided tour of La Sagrada Familia , you will get skip-the-line tickets.

This tour, which boasts excellent online reviews, comes with fast-track entry and a knowledgeable guide, so you can learn all about the construction of this spectacular basilica.

If you are planning to see more of Gaudí’s famous works throughout the city, you can combine a tour of La Sagrada Familia with a visit to Park Güell on this guided tour.

2. Park Güell Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

⭐️ Rating: 4.5/5 ⌛️ Tour Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes ✅ Book it here

Park Güell is a public park designed by Antoni Gaudí, perched on a hill in the Gracia district of Barcelona. The tranquil park is renowned for its whimsical and colorful design, blending natural forms with elements of Art Nouveau architecture.

One of the most iconic features of the park is the ‘Dragon’ fountain, which is located at the park’s entrance and is decorated with a mosaic of colorful ceramic tiles.

Being such a popular attraction in the city, queues to the entrance can get long, so it’s advisable to book an online tour which includes the ability to skip the line.

One of the most popular tours of Park Güell is this private tour. To make your experience as relaxing as possible, your guide will pick you up from your hotel or Barcelona cruise port in a taxi which will take you directly to the park. You can then explore Park Güell at your own pace and don’t have to worry about queues.

If you’d like to explore more of the city, this tour combines a visit to Park Güell with other highlights of Barcelona: Casa Mila, Montjuic, and Port Olimpic.

3. Montserrat Tour

⭐️Rating: 5/5 ⌛️ Tour Time: 7 hours ✅ Book it Here

Montserrat is a dramatic mountain range, made-up of unique rock formations, just outside the city of Barcelona. The highest peak, Sant Jeroni, stands at an impressive 1,236 meters (4,055 feet) above sea level.

The area also houses the famous Benedictine monastery of Montserrat, which is located about 720 meters (2,360 feet) above sea level and has sweeping views of the jaw-dropping landscape.

There are a number of tours available to Montserrat including this highly-rated one which is a half-day tour and also includes wine tasting and tapas . It’s a small group tour for up to 20 people.

Alternatively, tours with private guides are also available, such as this one.

If you would like to spend more time in Montserrat then full-day tours are also available.

4. City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

⭐️ Rating: 4/5 ⌛️ Tour Time: 2 hours ✅ Book it Here

The Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus is a fantastic way to explore Barcelona’s key sights at your own pace. The bus passes through all of Barcelona’s famous attractions including the Gothic Quarter and La Sagrada Familia.

A day pass allows you to get off the bus whenever you please and then board it again when you are ready to move to the next site.

You can book your bus pass online in advance.

The bus operates between 9 am and 7 pm every day and comes roughly every 20-30 minutes.

The closest bus stop to Barcelona cruise port is Pla de Palau, around a 20-minute walk from the World Trade Center pier.

If your cruise ship is docked at Adossat Quay then you will need to take the shuttle bus to the Columbus Monument which is around a 10-minute walk from the bus stop.

5. Highlights of Barcelona Tour

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If you want to visit all of Barcelona’s most famous monuments on a guided tour, then taking a Highlights of Barcelona tour with skip-the-line tickets may be just what you’re looking for.

The tour will take you to the city’s key attractions including Gaudí’s La Pedrera along Passeig de Gracia, Park Güell, La Sagrada Familia, a walking tour through the Gothic Quarter, and more.

A knowledgeable guide and round-trip transfer are included in the tour.

Private tours which feature similar activities and include a private transfer are also available.

6. Tapas and Wine Experience Walking Tour

⭐️Rating: 5/5 ⌛️Tour Time: 3 hours ✅ Book it Here

Hidden within the quaint streets of Barcelona’s city center are a variety of eateries that serve traditional Spanish tapas.

One of the best ways to enjoy a range of dishes and local wines is to embark on a tapas and wine-tasting tour which will visit some of the best restaurants in Barcelona.

On this tour, you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who can tell you more about the authentic dishes and regional wines that you are sampling.

The excursion can be completed at either lunchtime or in the evening and it takes approximately 3 hours.

7. Barcelona Sailing Adventure

⭐️ Rating: 4.5/5 ⌛️ Tour Time: 4 hours ✅ Book it Here

Another way to admire the beautiful city of Barcelona is from the comfort of a luxury sailing yacht.

Set sail on an intimate small-group boating adventure from Port Olimpic, which journeys down the picturesque coastline to Alella Harbor.

Alella is famous for its wine production. On this excursion, you will get the opportunity to tour a local vineyard and sample the wine.

Alternatively, this sailing excursion includes stand-up paddleboarding and the opportunity to swim in the Mediterranean Sea. The tour comes with drinks including a refreshing glass of champagne.

8. Costa Brava Excursion

⭐️ Rating: 5/5 ⌛️ Tour Time: 6 hours ✅ Book it Here

Characterized by its steep cliffs, hidden coves, and sandy beaches, Costa Brava is a coastal region in northeastern Spain, located in the province of Girona. The name ‘Costa Brava’ means wild coast’, named after its rugged, rocky coastline.

The Costa Brava stretches for about 200 kilometers (124 miles) from Blanes in the south to the French border in the north and begins around an hour’s drive away from Barcelona.

One of the best ways to enjoy this beautiful stretch of coastline is via a kayaking and snorkeling tour. On this tour, you can paddle inside quaint caves and snorkel amongst a range of marine life.

9. Casa Batlló Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

⭐️ Rating: 5/5 ⌛️ Tour Time: 2.5 hours ✅ Book it Here

Casa Batlló is a famous architectural masterpiece located in the heart of Barcelona, designed by Antoni Gaudí.

The incredible building is located on Passeig de Gracia, one of the city’s most prestigious streets, and is known for its striking appearance and unique design.

The fascinating monument doubles up as a museum, offering visitors the chance to explore its unique design whilst at the same time learning about Gaudí’s creative process.

You can visit Casa Batlló as part of a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets.

Alternatively, you can combine your visit to Casa Batlló with other famous attractions. For example, this popular tour visits some of Gaudí’s most famous works including Park Guell and Sagrada Família.

10. Spanish Cooking Class Experience

⭐️ Rating: 5/5 ⌛️ Tour Time: 3 hours ✅ Book it Here

Immerse yourself in Spanish culture by learning how to cook one of Spain’s most iconic dishes – paella.

A cooking class is a fun, hands-on way to enjoy the local cuisine and the good news is there are a number of shore excursions that offer this experience.

In this cooking class with great reviews, you will visit a local market in order to purchase fresh, local ingredients for your masterpiece.

You will then learn how to make seafood paella, Spanish tapas, and sangria, which you can sip throughout the class.

This fun cooking class, taught by a talented Spanish chef , allows you the opportunity to make a range of different starters including Spanish omelets, Pimientos del Padron, and much more.

Barcelona Shore Excursions Guide & FAQ

What is the best way to explore barcelona.

Barcelona is a vast city with iconic sights at each corner of it. Therefore walking isn’t the best way to explore the city.

Instead, you may wish to consider the Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus, which arrives at regular intervals and journeys to all of the major attractions.

The bus is best for those who want to view Barcelona at their own pace.

Alternatively, visiting the highlights of Barcelona via guided tour is an equally great way to explore the city and is best for those who want included transfers and to learn from a knowledgeable guide.

Is Barcelona a Walkable City?

Whilst some attractions are relatively close together much of the popular sights in Barcelona are spaced out which makes walking between them less than ideal.

You can visit pockets of the city on foot, such as the Gothic Quarter, but if you want to see as many of Barcelona’s highlights as possible, then journeying through the city via bus or taxi is preferable.

What is the Best Month to go to Barcelona?

The good news is that Barcelona is pretty much a year-round destination.

It is most popular during the height of summer as this is when Barcelona has the best weather. This is a good time if you’d like to visit the coast and have a swim in the ocean.

However, if Barcelona’s city attractions are a must for you, you will be contending with large crowds at this time of year.

I’d therefore recommend visiting Barcelona outside of the holidays. May is a nice balance between warm weather and fewer crowds, as are September and October.

What is the Nicest Part of Barcelona?

The nicest part of Barcelona really comes down to your personal preferences and tastes.

The Gothic Quarter is perfect for those who love medieval monuments and winding narrow streets.

It is the oldest part of the city and home to several important landmarks, including the Cathedral of Barcelona, which is one of the city’s most impressive Gothic structures.

Another highlight in Barcelona is Passeig de Gràcia. Passeig de Gràcia is a popular street, famed for being lined with luxurious stores and housing two of Gaudí’s most famous works – Casa Milà and Casa Batlló.

This is considered one of the most beautiful parts of Barcelona.

Is Barcelona Cheap or Expensive?

Compared to other Spanish cities, Barcelona is expensive to visit. However, compared to other cities in Western Europe such as Paris and London, it isn’t as expensive.

You can decrease the cost of your Barcelona visit by eating at restaurants which aren’t in the most tourist parts of the city.

You can also cut costs by purchasing tours that combine multiple attractions as typically paying for single attractions is more expensive.

Shore Excursions in Barcelona Final Thoughts

Barcelona is a lively and colorful city which is teeming with exciting things to see and do. With its rich history, fantastic architecture, and incredible food scene, there really is something for everyone in Barcelona.

Due to the plethora of sights that you can enjoy in Barcelona, I’d recommend booking a shore excursion which combines some of the main attractions in order to make the most of your day in this incredible city.

Cruise Resources

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➡️ Cruise Critic – for reviews, deck plans, and cabin choices

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➡️ Travel Insurance Master – Because, yes, you do need insurance

➡️ Trip Advisor –

For Reviewing Tours and Excursions

➡️ Viator – For Shore Excursions

➡️ Shore Excursions Group – More choices for small group excursions

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➡️ Atlantis Day Pass

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