As it happens every school year, hundreds of primary, secondary and high school teachers search for the best educational school trip in Barcelona to meet their didactical objectives. While these are usually approved as long as the budget is reasonable, what do you think would motivate a child or teenager more? A guided museum tour or an artistic experience where they can actually use spray cans and paint themselves?
That’s why, since 2016, we have been offering guided tours focused on street art. From our perspective—and that of many educators—this is a unique opportunity not only to discover the history, techniques and styles of this contemporary movement, but also to get hands-on. Whether through a quick graffiti workshop or sessions held directly at the school.
Below, you’ll find all the educational, methodological and organisational information you need before contacting us via phone/WhatsApp at +34638399784 or email to make your booking.
How do we organise the educational school trip in Barcelona?
The team of professional graffiti artists at Cooltourspain loves a challenge, so group size is not a problem. We work with a ratio of 15–18 participants per guide to ensure high-quality educational school trip in Barcelona experiences. The total number of participants is up to you.
We are a group of contemporary art experts with a passion for urban art and graffiti. Our tours are designed around educational, cultural and social objectives, aligned with the curriculum in an interdisciplinary way—connecting subjects such as mathematics, art, and language (in Spanish or English).
Among other goals, we aim for students to express their emotions through art based on their personal experiences, recognize different styles, and distinguish between street art techniques. Above all, they will expand their technical vocabulary—without it feeling like traditional learning. The focus is on enjoyment.
What will students do before the experience?
Imagine you’ve already booked your educational school trip Barcelona and we’ve set the date, time and meeting point. Before the activity, we will send materials to work on in class. For example, you’ll receive a PDF with comprehension exercises based on a video. Students will also prepare questions to ask each other before and after the urban art tour, simulating interviews.
The goal is to spark curiosity and build anticipation. We will also give them a preview of what they will experience, so they know what to expect.
For the classroom activity, you’ll only need a computer, projector, speakers and a printer. You could even organize students into ‘workstations.’ Why not let them design their own graffiti using markers and their name? You’ll see how engaged they become.
Graffiti and street art analysis during the educational school trip to Barcelona
Thanks to our experience as educators in primary, vocational training and artistic high school levels, we have established curriculum-based objectives for educational school trip Barcelona:
- Younger students: identify shapes and forms in their environment through artistic interpretations.
- Middle levels: express emotions when observing wall art.
- Teenagers (secondary and high school): anthropological analysis derived from graffiti pieces and understanding social structures.
Students will explore areas such as El Raval, the Gothic Quarter and Poble Nou from an alternative perspective. They will observe dozens of works by local, national and international artists.
Additionally, students will have the chance to apply what they’ve learned by using spray cans themselves on A3 paper with stencils reading “I love street art.” For an extra fee, this can be fully customized with the school’s logo or slogan.
This is a 2-hour immersive and motivating experience for young people. The route is fully accessible for participants with reduced mobility.
Post-visit classroom activities
After the educational school trip Barcelona, it’s time to return to the classroom and reflect. Teachers can use this as an opportunity to compare students’ initial knowledge with what they’ve learned.
For assessment, we suggest questions based on Costa’s methodology:
- Level 1: Name the different artistic styles and techniques observed during our Barcelona student tour.
- Level 2: What is the difference between urban art and graffiti?
- Level 3: Imagine you are a famous graffiti artist—how would you convince your city council to provide legal spaces for painting?
These questions help evaluate different cognitive levels. Have you heard of this alternative teaching approach before?
Why choose our school trips in Barcelona?
If you’ve checked online or on social media, you’ll see that Cooltourspain is a team of professionals focused on delivering high-quality experiences. User experience is key, and each educational school trip Barcelona is tailored to the needs of each school.
We want to show you what often goes unnoticed in daily life. Every graffiti piece has a meaning and message behind it. Can you interpret what the artist is trying to say? That’s the beauty of art—different perspectives coexist.
Another major advantage is affordability. Our pricing allows both public and private schools to participate. Check what art teachers say about our student tours!
Alternative school outings
Anyone who has joined our tours knows the perspective we aim to offer of Barcelona. We showcase the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods through street art.
Our guides won’t focus exclusively on traditional architecture or historical narratives, but rather on a bigger scoop. Contemporary social realities—daily life in Barcelona, including local communities, migrants, and vulnerable groups.
For over five years, we’ve been sharing the city through its painted walls—legal or not. We also explore works created during festivals like Open Walls Conference, Poblenou Urban District events, and other urban art initiatives. Do you know when they take place? You could plan your visit accordingly.
The social dimension of the educational school trip to Barcelona
As students grow, they get closer to adult life. That’s why we help them develop essential competencies. Our educational school trip in Barcelona offers a real-world perspective, where empathy is crucial.
All our activities include a strong social component. It’s not just about fun—there are real issues to understand and address. We encourage students to reflect on current social challenges and think about solutions.
Street art becomes a tool for expression and activism—a way for artists to communicate with society.
Price and value
Finally, one key aspect is affordability. We understand budget constraints, so we offer accessible pricing starting from €15 per student for guided tours, plus taxes. Depending on the origin and legal registration of the school, it could be necessary to consider taxes: 21% VAT – 15% IRPF, or its exemption is an Intracomunitary registration exists.
For just small extra fee, students can create their own graffiti with stencils on 100% cotton tote bags—a unique souvenir of the experience. For more information you can click on the following link:
Cooltourspain’s perspective about an educational school trip to Barcelona
We also use our platform to amplify the voices of artists who struggle with limited conditions to create their work. Educational school trip Barcelona should also serve to highlight the benefits of having legal urban art spaces but also to push for the allocation of more off them in different areas of town.
We advocate for more designated walls across Barcelona where young artists can paint freely and safely.
Do you think this will happen soon?
Whatever your answer, we look forward to welcoming you in the city.
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