Plug into the energy of today's Barcelona on this walking tour of its ritziest neighborhood, with sights including Gaudí's La Pedrera (Casa Milà). Don't forget to download the PDF companion map at https://www.ricksteves.com/audiotours.

Stroll the Ramblas boulevard and into the historic Barri Gòtic neighborhood. It’s a world of tangled lanes, boutiques, the majestic cathedral, a Roman temple, and — everywhere — reminders of the proud Catalunyan spirit. Don't forget to download the PDF companion map at https://www.ricksteves.com/audiotours.

We’ll walk from Madrid’s modern center, Plaza del Sol, to the Royal Palace and back. Along the way we’ll ogle stuffed bulls’ heads, buy cookies from nuns, and sample chocolate and churros. Don't forget to download the PDF companion map at https://www.ricksteves.com/audiotours.

From the mosaic-covered streets of the Baixa neighborhood, we’ll ride a funicular up to the back-alley Bairro Alto neighborhood. We’ll enjoy great views, port wine, salt cod, and classic coffee. Don't forget to download the PDF companion map at https://www.ricksteves.com/audiotours.