MFL tour to Barcelona by coach: 6 days, 3 nights
Your MFL tour to the Barcelona will provide wonderful opportunities for students to practise and extend their Spanish in real-life situations alongside experiencing Spanish culture.
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Suggested itinerary
Day one
Depart from school by coach
Connect with crossing
Travel overnight
Day two
Arrive at accommodation
Explore Las Ramblas on foot
Evening Tapas tasting
Day three
Sagrada Familia
Parc Güell
Nou Camp
Day four
PortAventura
Day five
Depart accommodation
Explore Port Vell on Foot
Start journey back to the UK
Day six
Connect with crossing
Arrive back at school
Excursion locator map
Excursion Ideas
Las Ramblas
Subject range: MFL, Art, Cultural
What you’ll experience: Las Ramblas is the central boulevard which cuts through the heart of the city centre and is primarily pedestrianised. It is approximately 1.2 kilometres long with Port Vell (near the cruise port terminal) at the Southern most end and Plaça Catalunya at the northern most end. You can also visit La Boqueria, a large food market housed in one of La Ramblas’ most interesting buildings.Select says: Look out for live performances, human statue art, and working artists.
Tapas Evening
Subject range: MFL, Art, Cultural
What you’ll experience: Students experience this traditional Spanish meal comprising of a wide variety of appetisers and snacks which may be hot or cold. A great chance for students to be adventurous and sample Spanish food.Select says: The serving of tapas is designed to encourage conversation (as diners are not so focused on eating an entire meal) – this is a great opportunity for your students to try out their Spanish speaking skills!
Sagrada Familia
Subject range: MFL, Art, Cultural
What you’ll experience: The most popular tourist attraction in the city, this impressive Catholic church is Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece. This large, sand-coloured church has fluid forms, towering spires and surfaces overflowing with sculptures. There are 8 existing towers, however when the church is finished it will have 18: 12 dedicated to the apostles, 4 to the evangelists, one to Jesus and another to Mary.Select says: We recommend that you visit the excellent Sagrada Familia website prior to your tour for extra historical details and detailed information on specific symbolism.
Park Güell
Subject range: MFL, Art, Cultural
What you’ll experience: Park Güell includes beautiful gardens, architecture and mosaics. It is the reflection of Gaudí’s naturalist phase when the architect was inspired by organic shapes found in nature. The park also includes the Gaudí House-Museum which was the residence of Antoni Gaudí for almost 20 years. Located on Carmel Hill, there are also beautiful views of Barcelona.Select says: Ensure you don’t miss Gaudí’s multi-coloured mosaic salamander, popularly known as the dragon.
Camp Nou Stadium
Subject range: MFL, Cultural
What you’ll experience: Camp Nou has been the stadium for FC Barcelona since 1957. The Camp Nou Experience gives students the chance to visit the playing field, visitors’ dressing room, players’ tunnel, commentary boxes, pressroom, museum, and see numerous interactive displays.Select says: In the museum you can see the club’s four Champions league and 22 Liga trophies. There is also a ‘Messi Space’ where the player’s 3 Golden Boots can be viewed.
PortAventura
Subject range: MFL, Cultural
What you’ll experience: This is a seaside theme park (one of the largest in Spain) and includes six themed worlds, rides and live shows. Find out more here.Select says: For thrill seekers, the park boasts the largest roller-coaster in Europe – the Shambhala, located in the China section.
Port Vell
Subject range: MFL, Art, Cultural
What you’ll experience: Port Vell is a beautiful scenic city port. It was rejuvenated as part of an urban renewal program prior to the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. There is a shopping centre and restaurants, including lots of Tapas bars.Select says: The port is an easy walk from Las Ramblas.
MFL trip to Barcelona by coach: 6 days, 3 nights Accommodation
Roma Reial
Location: Barcelona
Capacity:
In a great central location in the Gothic Quarter. This hotel is situated in the picturesque and lively Royal Square, just off Las Ramblas.
Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities.
Facilities: Restaurant with outdoor terrace, free Wi-Fi, 24 hour reception.
Equity Point Centric
Location: Barcelona
Capacity: 65
Located a few minutes’ walk from La Placa Catalunya and Las Ramblas. There is a metro stop right in front of this hostel.
Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities.
Facilities: Large common room with TV, free Wi-Fi, terrace, security lockers.
Links to Learning
Learning areas:
For KS2 Foreign Language: listen attentively to spoken language and show understanding by joining in and responding; engage in conversations; ask and answer questions; develop accurate pronunciation and intonation; broaden their vocabulary and develop their ability to understand new words.
KS3 Modern foreign language: develop and use a wide-ranging and deepening vocabulary that goes beyond their immediate needs and interests; listen to a variety of forms of spoken language to obtain information and respond appropriately; initiate and develop conversations, coping with unfamiliar language and unexpected responses, making use of important social
conventions such as formal modes of address; speak coherently and confidently, with increasingly accurate pronunciation and intonation.KS4 Modern foreign language: develop their ability to communicate confidently and
coherently with native speakers in speech and writing, conveying what they want to say with increasing accuracy; express and develop thoughts and ideas spontaneously and fluently; listen to and understand clearly articulated, standard speech at near normal speed; deepen their knowledge about how language works and enrich their vocabulary in order for them to increase their independent use and understanding of extended language in a wide range of
contexts; develop awareness and understanding of the culture and identity of the countries and communities where the language is spoken.Select Extras:
For KS2 students to practise their language skills pre-tour try these resources:
BBC Primary Languages Spanish Topics
KS3/4 There are some fantastic video clips available here including situations such as buying food at the market:
