Barcelona Historical Walking Tour: Gothic Quarter and El Born

4.9 (400 reviews) Barcelona, Spain
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Duration2h
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Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Explore the very best of Barcelona on foot! Your local guide with lead you through the Gothic Quarter where you'll see well-preserved mediaeval wonders and learn about 2,000 years’ worth of history. Visit some of the most sought-after sites in the city as well as hidden gems like the Barcelona Cathedral, Placa Sant Felip Neri, and Pont del Bisbe. Over two hours, our expert guides will tell you fascinating stories and anecdotes that will leave you falling in love with beautiful Barcelona.

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Barcelona Group Walking Tour

2-hour guided walk through Gothic Barcelona and El Born. See iconic sites, hear local stories, and explore with a small group

Barcelona Private Walking Tour

Private 2-hour tour of Gothic Barcelona. Explore at your pace, skip the crowds, and enjoy stories with your own guide.

What's included

  • City Highlights and Hidden Gems
  • Local Tour Guide
  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Local Recommendations

What to expect

  1. 10m
    A historic café and restaurant, it was a favourite meeting place for artists, intellectuals, and modernists, including Pablo Picasso and Antoni Gaudi. Its Art Nouveau design and cultural heritage provide a glimpse into Barcelona's artistic past.
  2. El Mon Neix En Cada Besada
    10m
    A photomosaic erected in 2014 connected to the Catalan defeat on September 11, 1714, in the War of Spanish Succession. This event sparked the celebration of “La Diada” or “Catalonia Day” and represents what freedom means to the inhabitants of Barcelona.
  3. Catedral de Barcelona
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    This Gothic-style church sits in the heart of the city and honours the life and death of the city’s patron saint, Eulalia, who was tortured to death by the Romans.
  4. 10m
    This peculiar spot nestled in the Gothic Quarter is a fusion of Gothic and Renaissance architecture which houses the vertical face of the Roman wall and aqueducts.
  5. Pont del Bisbe
    10m
    Carrer de Bisbe or “Bishop Street” served as one of the main thoroughfares in Roman-occupied Barcino and this Neo-Gothic style bridge is the source of a superstitious legend that is sure to captivate even the most sceptical of visitors.
  6. Placa Sant Felip Neri
    10m
    This picturesque square tucked away in the Gothic Quarter holds a sombre history related to the Spanish Civil War. The square's scars still bear witness to its tragic past.
  7. MUHBA - El Call
    10m
    The Jewish quarter of Barcelona with its narrow streets and mediaeval architecture provides insight into the city's rich Jewish history, including its synagogue and legends.
  8. Placa de Sant Jaume
    10m
    A bustling square that serves as a hub of government activity, surrounded by historical buildings.
  9. Placa Del Rei
    10m
    A seemingly charming square that houses the Royal Palace provides a sense of Barcelona's regal heritage and offers a glimpse into the city’s dark past.
  10. 10m
    The former “Wheat Square” was once a major hub for grain trading and holds the secret of a heavenly legend that gave it the name “Angel’s Square.”
  11. Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    A breathtaking Catalan Gothic church that stands as a testament to the city's maritime history.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Plaça del Vuit de Març, inside the park near Balmesiana Biblioteca Balmes and the Roman Aqueduct remains. Please use Google Maps to find the meeting point. Look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign and arrive 10 minutes early.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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