Private Barcelona Highlights: Gothic Quarter with a Local Guide

4.9 (46 reviews) Barcelona, Spain
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Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Fall in love with Barcelona on foot as you wander the mediaeval streets of the Gothic Quarter. Our expert guides will lead you through Barcelona’s evolution over 2,000 years of history from Roman Barcino through the Golden Age. You’ll visit cathedrals, squares, and architectural masterpieces and hear fascinating stories about them. Explore must-see sites like Placa Sant Jaume, Barcelona Cathedral, and the Call District as well as some hidden gems. Our guides provide a brilliant mix of facts and anecdotes to entertain, educate, and most importantly, see the best of Barcelona.

What's included

  • City Highlights
  • Hidden Gems
  • Local Tour Guide
  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. 10m
    This local restaurant “Els Quatre Gats” or “The Four Cats” serves as part of the cultural heritage of the city. Not only does it sit in the famous Art Nouveau building Casa Marti, but it has been frequented by artists like Pablo Picasso and Antoni Gaudi.
  2. El Mon Neix En Cada Besada
    10m
    This iconic photo mural known as “The World Begins With a Kiss” represents what freedom means to the inhabitants of Barcelona, and is connected to a famous day in Catalonia’s history.
  3. Catedral de Barcelona
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    This Gothic Cathedral is the heartbeat of Barri Gotic and it tells the story of Eulalia, the patron saint of the city.
  4. 10m
    Head back in time to the I Century B.C. when Barcelona was the Roman colony of Barcino. This tiny wonder houses ruins of the Roman wall as well as arcades of the aqueducts that gave the city water.
  5. Pont del Bisbe
    10m
    “Bishop’s Bridge” is a famous neo-gothic style bridge that harbours an interesting legend.
  6. Placa Sant Felip Neri
    10m
    This small square nestled in the web of Barri Gotic bears the scars of Barcelona’s sombre past during the Spanish Civil War.
  7. MUHBA - El Call
    10m
    El Call was the former Jewish neighbourhood of the city and it offers insight into its past, including an ancient synagogue and legends.
  8. Placa de Sant Jaume
    10m
    This grand square is home to the seat of the Catalan government, City Hall, and the story of Catalonia’s most beloved Saint.
  9. Placa Del Rei
    10m
    King’s Square boasts the imposing Royal Palace which offers a glimpse into the city’s dark past during the Spanish Inquisition.
  10. 10m
    “Angel’s Square” was once the hub of grain trading and became well-known for a heavenly apparition involving the procession of Saint Eulalia.
  11. Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    This beautiful Basilica situated in “El Born” is 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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