Ilona

Art, History & Food

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  • I live in Barcelona
  • I speak English, Español, Polski, Svenska
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 11 hours

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Ilona

As an educated private tour guide in Barcelona and Catalonia, I specialize in crafting in-depth, personalized experiences that explore the region's rich history, art, architecture, and gastronomy. My interactive tours encourage guests to immerse themselves in local culture and customs, while my fluency in English, Spanish, Swedish, and Polish allows me to tailor tours to your interests, schedule, and budget. I also accommodate requests for luxurious experiences.

I have a passion for sharing my knowledge of the city's stories and diversity, and it led me to go back to university to study history and art. My tours not only focus on the iconic works of modernist architects like Antoni Gaudi, but also delve into the Jewish quarter and other lesser-known gems of the city, as well as the beautiful and historic cities of Girona and Montserrat.

My itineraries highlight the vibrant Middle Ages Jewish community history and the remarkable Convivencia, where Jews, Christians, and Muslims coexisted harmoniously. Visits to ancient Jewish quarters and synagogues illuminate this exceptional period, while excursions to Girona and Montserrat reveal evidence of the three religions' interconnected past.

In addition to modernist architecture, my tours focus on the lives and works of Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí. Culinary experiences, such as cooking classes and wine tastings, introduce you to traditional Spanish and Catalan cuisine and the region's finest wines.

My goal is to provide an unforgettable journey showcasing Catalonia's rich heritage, Middle Ages Jewish communities, and harmonious coexistence of the three major religions, all while indulging in exquisite food and wine. For added luxury, a chauffeured service can be arranged. Join me on an extraordinary adventure to uncover the best of Barcelona, Montserrat, Girona, and the captivating corners of Catalunya.

  • I live in Barcelona
  • I speak English, Español, Polski, Svenska
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 11 hours

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Reviews

Ilse
24 July 2025
Kent de stad goed weet veel over ontstaan en wat er te zien is in de stad. Houdt rekening met de mogelijkheden van de groep en is prettig in de omgangVriendelijk en veel kennis
Felicia
24 July 2025
We really enjoyed our tour with Ilona. She was warm, knowledgeable, and brought so much local history into the food experience that it felt like we were getting two tours in one. We appreciated her help in cutting through the tourist traps and introducing us to dishes and spots we wouldn’t have tried on our own. It was a relaxed and engaging way to explore the city and its food culture: we came away full, happy, and more knowledgeable about Barcelona. We’re also very grateful that Ilona was able to accommodate us, after our flight was delayed and we arrived late. We did this tour at the beginning of our trip and felt much more equipped to enjoy the rest of our stay in the city.Two tours in one — food and local insight
Gary
23 July 2025
We had a really nice time with Ilona. She was knowledgeable and responsive to our special requests. Thanks for sending ch a fun introduction to Barcelona. What a nice way to spend the afternoon
Sybille
8 July 2025
We expected more. Ilona was really very,very friendly But unfortunately the tour was a little bit uninspired and boring. She told us facts from the travel guide and unfortunately didn’t really inspire us with hidden secrets from Barcelona. To be honest 200 Euros is a bit much for that.Disappointing
Donna
6 July 2025
We had a wonderful tour of the city with Ilona! She was prompt and extremely knowledgeable. She was very flexible and even adjusted the tour that I had originally booked to accommodate our wish list. Thank you Ilona! Great tour of Barcelona with Ilona
Jennifer
1 July 2025
We are a group of 8 moms/daughters from the US, and we had the most excellent experience with Ilona! Great food, so many places we never would have ventured to without our guide, beautiful small streets, wonderful history. We finished with full hearts and full bellies! Ilona was a great communicator, very flexible to meet our needs, and very focused on ensuring we had a great experience. Fully recommend!!Excellent experience!
Natasha
28 June 2025
Ilona was very knowledgeable about Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, and she definitely pointed out things we wouldn't have seen without her. She introduced us to Patisserie Hafmann which was incredible! Ilona worked hard to accommodate our schedule after I made a mistake initially, and she responded nicely to all my communications.
Mike
1 June 2025
From the moment we made contact Ilona she did absolutely everything possible to make our tour comfortable, enjoyable and informative. She went above and beyond to prepare us for our time together and really listened to our needs in setting up the experience. If you are looking for a Barcelona guide who knows her stuff and you will actually enjoy hanging out with - someone who can go deep, or keep it fun and fascinating - look no further!Way beyond expectations!
Mark
21 May 2025
We had such a great day with Ilona, she was a wealth of knowledge and made for a great seamless stress free trip. Everything was doable thank you!!!!Fantastic time with Ilona
Marisa
12 May 2025
Ilona provided a wonderful introduction and overview of Gaudi's works that served us well as we navigated them throughout the rest of our holiday. Suggest you do this tour early in your visit as it provides a great foundation if you intend to explore Gaudi's works. A wonderful overview of Gaudi's works

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