Cabanes Dosrius – on a treetop.
Hotel Calipolis in Sitges.
Kon-Tiki Balloon Ride
Visit to Món Sant Benet
7 local experiences as Christmas gift ideas
Christmas is a time for gift-giving, and treating yourself to experiences you can enjoy together may be the perfect option. Share a getaway to a rural house, discover new varieties at a winery, find the most concealed Gaudí, relax in hot springs, enjoy a bike ride or a hot air balloon trip, discover a farm with children ... There are plenty of options very close by, for all tastes and budgets: Unique gifts that are sure to please!
1. A rural getaway for the whole family
The regions of Barcelona offer many places to stay, where you can unwind, very close to the city. For example, Cabanes Dosrius offers a highly unique experience: sleeping high up in the trees and enjoying a mountain getaway together with meals, massages and other activities.
Masoveria Els Plans de Cornet, in the Bages region, offers packages and experiences that offer both accommodation and activities, such as a guided tour of the Centre d’Apropament a la Natura, a visit plus tasting at a DO Pla de Bages winery or a visit to the Granja Natura.
A weekend following the course of the River Anoia on foot or by bike can also be a real adventure for young and old alike: This option can be combined with visits to charming villages, natural areas, games and cuisine to round off the outing.
2. Experiences you can enjoy as a couple
If you are looking for a getaway for two, Masia Spa Can Pascol offers gift packages that include a stay with massages and wine therapy treatments.
For those who prefer a more urban setting, Hotel Calipolis in Sitges offers ideal options for a couple’s getaway with sea views. For its part, Hotel Vila Arenys in Arenys de Mar offers gift vouchers to enjoy a romantic stay, a signature cocktail or a tasting dinner, among other options.
A private boat trip could be the perfect gift to surprise even the most demanding person: Costabella Sailing offers a range of experiences, such as discovering Barcelona’s architecture from the sea, accompanied by an expert and a glass of cava, or a wine tasting on board with a professional sommelier and wines from small local wineries.
3. Adrenaline for highly active people
A hot air balloon ride is an unforgettable gift that can be enjoyed throughout the province, such as Conca d’Òdena and the Moianès or Bages regions, with outstanding views of the Montserrat mountain range. For instance, Kon-Tiki offers an open voucher that allows you to choose the date and flight area.
For motor enthusiasts, Stress & Adrenalina offers quad and buggy driving experiences, tours through vineyards or 4x4 driving on a circuit, among other options. Some require a driver’s license, while others can be enjoyed without, which makes them a suitable option even for teenagers.
For the more daring, the Òdena aerodrome or the El Prat-Moià Camp de Vol (airfield) allow you to try being a pilot for a day. Another ideal gift for sky enthusiasts: the Barcelona Skydiving Centre in Sant Fruitós de Bages offers jumps from 4,000 metres and a wind tunnel to experience the feeling without having to get on a plane.
An original alternative for those seeking more peaceful thrills is to treat somebody to a gymkhana, such as those offered by Artemis Gymkhanas, which are to be enjoyed as a team.
4. Thermal experiences and meditation for relaxation
This is a perfect gift for those looking to unwind is a thermal package at Caldes de Montbui, which includes a visit to the Thermalia Museum, a bath in the thermal washhouse and a culinary experience. For those who are undecided, the Associació de Viles Termals de Catalunya (Thermal Town Association of Catalonia) and the Associació Balneària (Spa Association) offer a gift voucher that is valid for any of the associated spas.
If you are looking for a different idea, why not treat the gifted to a forest bath or a mindfulness experience among vineyards? You are going to make a big impression!
5. Visits and restaurants for foodies
How are cheese, beer, chocolate and honey made? Finding out on a visit to a local producer could be a great gift for food lovers. Fans of truffles, cottage cheese, xató sauce, milk, bread or coca (flatbread) will enjoy the food tours in the Lluçanès, Garraf, Penedès and Montserrat regions. Those who enjoy dipping bread in oil will appreciate an olive oil tourism experienceas a gift. Another option for discerning palates is a truffle workshop with a tasting menu, such as the one offered by Caram Caram, among other culinary experiences.
A meal at a Michelin-starred restaurant is a classic but safe bet. Món Sant Benet, for instance, offers gift boxes with different options, including a culinary experience at the Michelin-starred restaurant L’Ó.
6. Wine tastings and experiences for wine tourism enthusiasts
Barcelona is a land of wines: Close to the city, there are three wine-producing areas with designation of origin that offer a wide range of experiences.
In the Penedès region, the VINSEUM Museu de les Cultures del Vi de Catalunya (Wine Culture Museum of Catalonia) has launched a gift voucher to visit this venue in Vilafranca, where visitors can experience wine culture and everything surrounding it. Bikemotions offers a “Bike & Taste” gift voucher, which combines a self-guided electric bike tour and a wine or cava tasting in a winery garden.
Many wineries in the Penedès region offer gift vouchers. Miquel Jané suggests, for example, experiences that include a visit and tasting with activities, such as horseback riding through vineyards, bike tours or accommodation with spa facilities. Albet i Noya suggests a walk through organic vineyards, accompanied by a wine and sparkling wine tasting, with the option of rounding off the visit with a casual breakfast or lunch among the vines. Sumarroca offers gift vouchers for experiences, such as a having brunch among vineyards or wine and oil tastings with views of the Montserrat mountain. Nadal also offers gift vouchers for wine tastings with cheese, gourmet croquettes or mini cannelloni, together with a visit to the winery, the founding cellar and the vineyards. Torres offers gift cards to enjoy experiences such as visits with wine and cheese pairings, tapas or a menu at the El Celleret restaurant, at the foot of the vineyard.
In the Bages region, Mas de la Sala suggests gift packages that include tastings and other activities related to DO Pla del Bages wines, as well as guided tours and bike routes, among other options. You can also explore this wine route from Oller del Mas, which offers a visit to the winery with lunch or a night in the cabins among vineyards.
Along the DO Alella route, you will find a host of experiences, such as picnics among vineyards, yoga in the forest and, of course, all kinds of tasting activities.
7. Guided tours and architecture – a gift of culture
2026 marks the Gaudí Year; thus, exploring his legacy could be the perfect gift to celebrate it, e.g. with a ticket for an audio-guided tour of Colònia Güell and the Gaudí Crypt or a ticket for a self-guided or guided tour of Palau Güell. Many museums and museum spaces in the Barcelona region also offer guided tours.
Meanwhile, the Centre d’Art Amatller in Barcelona is launching the immersive experience La biblioteca fantàstica de les Bèsties (The Fantastic Library of Beasts), a journey into the medieval world, where dragons, unicorns and mythical creatures come to life among works of art and cutting-edge technology. Co-produced by the MEV, Museu d’Art Medieval de Vic (Vic Medieval Art Museum), it is a unique option for art, history and fantasy lovers of all ages.
“Osona, l'art de la calma” (Osona – the art of calm) is the new offering from this region, which includes visits to heritage sites, museums and craft workshops, and treats those who purchase more than one experience to a handcrafted gift. In the regional capital, the Vic Tourist Office sells gift vouchers for guided tours, such as the Vicpuntzero Experience and the Discover Vic tour.
Those who prefer to enjoy culture from the comfort of their armchair will love the gift card offered by the Teatre Auditori de Granollers, which can be customised to suit any budget and redeemed for the show of the recipient’s choice.