OCT 5 · WELCOME LUNCH + GOTHIC QUARTER & CATHEDRAL
OCT 6 · MORNING PICKLEBALL + SAGRADA FAMÍLIA + PAELLA CLASS
OCT 7 · MONTSERRAT + TRAINING DAY WITH THE PROS
OCT 8 · OPEN PLAY WITH LOCALS + CASA BATLLÓ & LA PEDRERA
OCT 9 · BREAKFAST + FAREWELL
4-STAR HOTEL IN CENTRAL BARCELONA
COACHING BY NATIONAL-TEAM PROS
SMALL GROUP · LIMITED SPOTS
OCT 5 · WELCOME LUNCH + GOTHIC QUARTER & CATHEDRAL
OCT 6 · MORNING PICKLEBALL + SAGRADA FAMÍLIA + PAELLA CLASS
OCT 7 · MONTSERRAT + TRAINING DAY WITH THE PROS
OCT 8 · OPEN PLAY WITH LOCALS + CASA BATLLÓ & LA PEDRERA
OCT 9 · BREAKFAST + FAREWELL
4-STAR HOTEL IN CENTRAL BARCELONA
COACHING BY NATIONAL-TEAM PROS
SMALL GROUP · LIMITED SPOTS
OCT 5 · WELCOME LUNCH + GOTHIC QUARTER & CATHEDRAL
OCT 6 · MORNING PICKLEBALL + SAGRADA FAMÍLIA + PAELLA CLASS
OCT 7 · MONTSERRAT + TRAINING DAY WITH THE PROS
OCT 8 · OPEN PLAY WITH LOCALS + CASA BATLLÓ & LA PEDRERA
OCT 9 · BREAKFAST + FAREWELL
4-STAR HOTEL IN CENTRAL BARCELONA
COACHING BY NATIONAL-TEAM PROS
SMALL GROUP · LIMITED SPOTS
OCT 5 · WELCOME LUNCH + GOTHIC QUARTER & CATHEDRAL
OCT 6 · MORNING PICKLEBALL + SAGRADA FAMÍLIA + PAELLA CLASS
OCT 7 · MONTSERRAT + TRAINING DAY WITH THE PROS
OCT 8 · OPEN PLAY WITH LOCALS + CASA BATLLÓ & LA PEDRERA
OCT 9 · BREAKFAST + FAREWELL
4-STAR HOTEL IN CENTRAL BARCELONA
COACHING BY NATIONAL-TEAM PROS
SMALL GROUP · LIMITED SPOTS
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The ultimate Pickleball trip to Barcelona SPAIN
Combine tourism, culture & sport in one experience
Train alongside professional Pickleball players
Reserve now with just a €500 deposit
Flexible cancellation policy available
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The Pickleball Trip to Spain You've Been Searching For
You could visit Barcelona as a tourist. Or you could live it like a player. The Barcelona Pickleball Experience blends world-class pickleball coaching, real matches with Barcelona's local pickleball community, and the city's greatest cultural icons into five perfectly balanced days — with an English-speaking guide at your side and private transportation throughout. Our partner clubs feature indoor and/or outdoor courts depending on the weather — so every session and match is guaranteed.
This is not a generic tour with a court rental tacked on. Your on-court program is led by Ignasi de Rueda, multiple-time Spanish and European pickleball champion, together with Eleana Rodino of the Italian national pickleball team. Off the court, you'll wander the Gothic Quarter, stand beneath the towers of the Sagrada Família, ride up to Montserrat Abbey, and cook your own paella with a local chef.
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Tour details may change due to weather and other factors.
Three pillars. One unforgettable week
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TRAIN WITH CHAMPIONS
Clinics, lessons, and personal corrections from national-team pros, in small groups organized by level. Technique, tactics, and match play in training sessions with Ignasi, Eleana, and pro players throughout the week.
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PLAY LIKE A LOCAL
Friendly, level-based matches with Barcelona area players included — open play sessions supervised by the pros.
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LIVE BARCELONA FULLY
Guided tours with entry tickets to the Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, Barcelona Cathedral, and Montserrat Abbey — plus a paella cooking class and authentic local dining with the group.
Day 1 · Welcome to Barcelona & the Gothic Quarter
Monday, October 5. Land in Barcelona, meet the group at a welcome lunch, and settle into your 4-star hotel in the elegant Eixample district. In the afternoon, a guided walk through El Born and the Gothic Quarter with entry to the Barcelona Cathedral — two thousand years of history in Europe's best-preserved medieval old town.
Feeling the itch to play? Optional court time is available before we raise a glass at the welcome cocktail to kick off the week.
Day 2 · Morning Pickleball, Sagrada Família & Paella Night
Tuesday, October 6.
In the morning, a dedicated guided tour of the Sagrada Família with entry included — Gaudí's masterpiece up close. Then roll up your sleeves for a hands-on paella cooking class with dinner and drinks included. Cook it, share it, toast to it.
Your first full afternoon court: coaching and open play with Barcelona's local players, organized by level, with paddle testing available throughout the session.
Day 3 · Montserrat & Training Day with the Pros
Day 3 · Wednesday, October 7. Private transport up to Montserrat mountain for tour of its thousand year old Abbey and it’s famous Black Madonna, perched among some of Spain's most dramatic peaks.
Then it’s training day: a full session with the pros - technique, tactics, and open play with local players, with paddle testing available on court. After some great pickleball, a group lunch with the pros and a chalk-talk strategy session. In the evening, tapas and wine tour back in Barcelona.
Day 4 · Open Play, Casa Batlló & La Pedrera + Farewell Dinner
Day 4 · Thursday, October 8. In the morning, a guided Modernism route along Passeig de Gràcia with interior visits to Casa Batlló and La Pedrera (Casa Milà). As the sun sets, toast the week at a rooftop sunset social before the farewell dinner with the whole group.
Afternoon are for pickleball: technical session with the pros and open play sessions with Barcelona's local players, organized by level and supervised by the pros.
Day 5 · Breakfast & Farewell, Barcelona
Day 5 · Friday, October 9. One last breakfast at the hotel, check-out, and an optional airport transfer whenever your flight calls.
You'll head home with a stronger game, new friends from both sides of the Atlantic, and a phone full of memories — from your first rally with the pros to the paella you cooked yourself in the heart of Barcelona.
Made for Players — and the People Who Travel with Them
Whether you're a 3.0 club player hungry to level up or a 4.5 competitor chasing new opponents, training groups are organized by skill level, so every drill and match fits your game.
Traveling with a partner who doesn't play? The Non-Playing Companion package (€1,950) includes the full cultural program — every tour, ticket, transfer, and food experience — plus spectator access while you're on court.
Learn from the best
On-court sessions throughout the week with two of Europe's most accomplished pros. Direct, personal, level-based coaching — delivered in English.
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IGNASI DE RUEDA · SPORTS DIRECTOR
Professional pickleball player, multiple-time champion of Spain and Europe, and member of the Spanish national team. Ignasi leads the technique, tactics, positioning, decision-making, and competition content throughout the week.
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ELEANA RODINO · PRO COACH
Player for the Italian national pickleball team with international competitive experience. Eleana focuses on individual technique, mobility, doubles coordination, and real match situations.
The Most Complete Pickleball Trip You'll Find Anywhere
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English-Speaking Guide
A dedicated English-speaking guide travels with the group throughout the experience. Every tour, transfer, and clinic runs in American-friendly English — no language stress, ever.
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Authentic Local Food
Taste Barcelona the way locals do: group meals at local restaurants, a hands-on paella cooking class with dinner and drinks included, and an optional tapas-and-wine tour. Come hungry.
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Clinics & Lessons with Pros
Clinics and personal corrections from Ignasi de Rueda, multi-time champion of Spain and Europe, and Eleana Rodino of the Italian national team. Small groups, organized by level.
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Matches with Local Players
Play real matches against Barcelona's local pickleball community in friendly, level-based open play sessions supervised by the pros. This is how you truly play like a local.
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Private Group Transportation
A private van or bus moves the group between the hotel, courts, Montserrat, and every scheduled activity. Zero logistics on your plate — just show up and enjoy.
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Action Photos on Court
We capture your best moments during clinics and matches. You'll go home with action photos of your game, ready for Instagram.
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Test Top Pickleball Gear
Try the latest premium paddles during every training session and match, with honest advice from our pros. Find your next paddle before you buy it.
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Snacks & Drinks Courtside
Refreshments and local snacks are served during match sessions, so you can refuel between games and keep the social energy going courtside.
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A Gift to Remember
Every traveler takes home a souvenir gift from the experience — five days you'll relive every time you see it.
Book With Confidence — Every Detail Handled
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4-Star Hotel in the Eixample
Sleep in the heart of Barcelona's most elegant district, steps from Passeig de Gràcia. Four nights of comfort, double occupancy, so you wake up fresh for every session.
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Indoor & Outdoor Courts — Play Guaranteed
Our partner clubs offer indoor and/or outdoor courts depending on the weather. Rain or shine, every clinic and match is guaranteed to happen.
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Skip-the-Line Landmark Tickets
Every entry is pre-booked: Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, Barcelona Cathedral, and Montserrat Abbey. You walk past the lines that cost other travelers hours.
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Level-Based Groups (3.0–4.5+)
From improving players to seasoned competitors, every drill and match session is organized by rating. You always play with — and against — people at your level, so every game is fun and competitive.
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Social Match Sessions
Friendly, level-based match sessions with fellow travelers and Barcelona's local players, supervised by the pros — competitive fun without the pressure.
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Licensed & Fully Managed
Operated by a licensed travel organizer with the sports program run by Mundo Pickleball. One booking covers your hotel, courts, tours, tickets, and transfers.
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Small Group, Big Connections
A capped group size means personal coaching attention and real friendships. The group chat stays alive long after the last point is played.
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Easy for US Travelers
Direct flights connect most US hubs to Barcelona–El Prat (BCN). Add an airport transfer, land on Monday, and day one is designed to shake off the jet lag.
Hold Your Spot Today with Just a €500 Deposit
Barcelona in October means 72°F sunshine, thin crowds at the landmarks, and warm Mediterranean evenings made for outdoor matches. Groups are intentionally small and spots are confirmed strictly in order of booking. Reserve now with a €500 deposit and pay the rest later — don't lose your spot.
Lock In Your Spot — Simple, Transparent Pricing
PICKLEBALL PLAYER — €2,495
per person, double room · full cultural program + complete pickleball program
NON-PLAYING COMPANION — €1,950
per person, double room · full cultural program + spectator access to every pickleball event
That's 5 days, 4-star hotel, pro coaching sessions, all tours and tickets, private transport, breakfast and meals listed in program for less than €500 a day.
Optional add-ons: single room €560 · trip insurance €85 · airport transfer €65 per ride (up to 2 people) · unlimited-data eSIM €50 · extra night €290 per room.
Airfare not included — most travelers fly into Barcelona–El Prat (BCN). Minimum group size: 12 participants.
Reserve Your Spot — Barcelona Pickleball Experience · Oct 5–9, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What skill level do I need to join this pickleball trip?
What skill level do I need to join this pickleball trip?
Players of all levels are welcome. The coaches assess every participant early in the week and organize training groups and match sessions by level, so drills and matches always fit your game.
Is airfare included in the package?
Is airfare included in the package?
No. The Barcelona Pickleball Experience begins when you arrive in Barcelona. Most guests fly into Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN). An optional private airport transfer is available for €65 per ride (up to 2 people).
Can I bring a spouse or friend who doesn't play pickleball?
Can I bring a spouse or friend who doesn't play pickleball?
Absolutely. The Non-Playing Companion package (€1,950) includes the complete cultural program — all tours, landmark tickets, private transportation, the group meals, and the paella cooking class — plus spectator access to the clinics and matches.
Where will we stay?
Where will we stay?
You'll stay 4 nights at the Petit Palace Trencadís, a 4-star hotel in Barcelona's Eixample district (or a similar 4-star property), a short walk from Gaudí landmarks, shops, and restaurants. A single room supplement (€560) and extra nights (€290 per room) are available.
How much court time and coaching is included?
How much court time and coaching is included?
You'll be on court on four of the five days: optional court time on arrival day, a morning of coaching and open play with local players on Day 2, a full training session with the pros in Olesa on Day 3, and morning and afternoon open play sessions on Day 4 — plus personal corrections from Ignasi de Rueda and Eleana Rodino woven throughout.
What happens if the group minimum isn't reached, or if I need to cancel?
What happens if the group minimum isn't reached, or if I need to cancel?
The trip operates with a minimum of 12 participants, and spots are confirmed under the booking and payment conditions provided at registration. Optional trip cancellation insurance is available for €85 per person for extra peace of mind.
Do I need to speak Spanish?
Do I need to speak Spanish?
Not at all. An English-speaking guide accompanies the group during the main scheduled activities, and both coaches deliver on-court sessions in English.
What should I pack?
What should I pack?
Your paddle (though you'll also get to demo the latest paddles on court), court shoes, athletic wear for four playing days, and comfortable walking shoes for the city tours and Montserrat. October in Barcelona is mild — think light layers.
Who organizes this trip?
Who organizes this trip?
The trip is organized by Arquitectura Lúdica S.L. (Barcelona), a licensed travel organizer, with the sports program delivered in partnership with Mundo Pickleball, one of Spain's leading pickleball organizations. Questions? Email info@artchitectours.com.
What's the weather like in October? What if it rains?
What's the weather like in October? What if it rains?
Early October in Barcelona averages 72°F (22°C) with mostly sunny skies — ideal pickleball weather. And because our partner clubs have indoor and/or outdoor courts depending on the conditions, all matches and clinics are guaranteed regardless of the weather.