Tour guides recommendations in Spain

A great tour guide can make your stay memorable!

I often get the question if I can recommend a great tour guide in another Spanish city. So I decided I will write a blog about some of the tour guides I know do a great job!

To be honest, before I was a tour guide myself I did not do many tours as I had a pretty dull idea of a tour, thinking of guides walking with a flag with a big group behind them telling you all kind of uninteresting facts and history.

But now I know better, a good tour guide is gold! They are the key to the best restaurants, the local insider tips and they can do great storytelling to make your stay memorable!

I’ve been living in Spain for over a decade and have been throughout the country doing tours in many places.

I have listed the tour guides with the information of their website so you can directly book with them.

1. – Barcelonatips by locals – Annebeth

Annebeth is a Barcelona expert, with a fantastic free App filled with insider tips for exploring the city. Her app inspired me to create a similar app for Valencia. Not only does she provide valuable tips on her Instagram, but her website is a treasure trove of information for anyone planning a trip to Barcelona. Annebeth truly has a gift for sharing the best of what these incredible city has to offer.

Barcelonatips by locals Local Annebeth from Barcelonatipsbylocals.com shares the best travel tips for your visit to Barcelona. Whether you are looking for special sights, good restaurants, great accommodations or ‘secret’ places – she will tell you where to go. All travel tips are based on her own experiences as a local in the city. She’ll take you to her favorite places. On her website Barcelonatipsbylocals.com, you will find the highlights, special museums, beautiful squares, viewpoints, restaurants, accommodations, wine bars, exhibitions and insider tips off the beaten track. Get the most out of your Barcelona experience with Barcelonatips by locals!

About guide Annebeth

Annebeth is originally from the Netherlands, but has been living in Barcelona for 22 years. Her greatest passion is to introduce you to the best of Barcelona. She does this in a small-scale, personal way and, if possible, off the beaten track. You may bump into her in the bicycle shop that she runs with her partner in the center of Barcelona, El Ciclo.

Discover Seville with Mandy!

Dreaming of an unforgettable trip to Seville? A city full of hidden gems, charming squares, sunny terraces, and delicious tapas? Mandy knows exactly where to go! As a local, she shares her best travel tips so you can experience the city in a unique and authentic way.

Just like the Valencia Tips app, Mandy has created a handy app with the best spots, must-see sights, and top restaurants – all based on her personal experiences.

Download the app

Mandy also offers exclusive private tours in Seville and works as a Personal Travel Host. Planning a corporate trip, family getaway, or a weekend with friends? Mandy will take you to the most beautiful places, saving you hours of searching. From fun activities to the best culinary hotspots, everything is taken care of!

About Mandy

Since 2019, Mandy has lived in the heart of Seville and knows the city like the back of her hand. Her passion? Introducing travelers to the magic of Seville in a personal and intimate way. Want to explore the city like a local? Then Sevilla by Mandy is exactly what you’re looking for!

Northern Spain Gastronomy – Irene

I am absolutely in love with the north of Spain, the gastronomy is just heaven there. So what better than going with Irene on a food tour! Her multi-day immersive cooking experience is high on my travel and foodie wishlist! 

Northern Spain Gastronomy is the leader boutique operator providing food and wine experiences in Northern Spain. They specialize in food tours, cooking classes, and wine tours in Bilbao, San Sebastian, and the Rioja wine region.

About tourguide Irene

Club Canary – Roy Schijvens

Meet Roy Schijvens, originally from the Netherlands, who moved to Tenerife in 2017 and founded Club Canary on August 19, 2019. With the motto “Live Legendary,” Roy’s vision was to positively impact people’s lives and modernize the local tour industry.

Club Canary stands out for its local expertise, transparent policies, and responsive customer service. Our team, consisting of natives or residents of the Canary Islands, provides authentic advice and experiences. We offer a best price guarantee, clear cancellation policies, and personal agents for each client.

Specializing in private boat trips and eco-friendly activities, Club Canary offers a wide range of adventures across Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, and soon, La Gomera. Under Roy’s guidance, Club Canary has become a top online tour platform in the Canary Islands, making booking tours easy and reliable.

Experience the magic of the Canary Islands with Club Canary. Visit Club Canary to learn more.

Robb in Barcelona – Robb

I  did a tour of the Sagrada Familia with Robb myself and I was really impressed. Robb is also part of the Wereldstadsgidsen and he is the only licensed Dutch-speaking guide to Barcelona, ​​which means that he can also take you inside the buildings such as the Sagrada Familia. Recently I participated in his online Sagrada Familia tour and I can highly recommend this as well! I have met Robb many times online and offline and can call him a friend and certainly a great guide! 

Robbcn With the tours of Robbcn you will get the best tour experience possible in Barcelona. Robbcn will focus on your tour experience, as that is all that counts. The tours will be adapted to your preferences and guided with our experienced guides. Robbcn offers tailor-made tours, bike tours, walking tours, skip the line tours, excursions and tourmanagement for groups.

About tourguide Robb

Also, check out this page of my fellow Dutch guides around the world. Let me know if you are or know a guide that does amazing tours in Spain. I would love to amplify this list and make more direct bookings possible for those special guides!