El Born - Local Barcelona Tour

4.8 (17 reviews) Barcelona, Spain
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Duration2h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Explore the authentic side of Barcelona’s Old Town in El Born, a neighborhood where history and vibrant modern culture intertwine. Known for its medieval charm, narrow cobblestone streets, and lively squares, El Born reveals Barcelona’s artistic soul and rich Catalan heritage. Here, visitors can uncover hidden gems like the Santa Maria del Mar basilica, the Picasso Museum, and the bustling Mercat del Born. Beyond its historic sites, El Born is full of artisan shops, cozy tapas bars, and boutique cafes, creating an atmosphere both historic and trendy. This area invites you to experience Barcelona as locals do, blending tradition with contemporary flair.

What's included

  • Photographs and images to better understand the tour.
  • Tourist guide
  • List of restaurant recommendations.
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. Arco di Trionfo
    20m
    Barcelona's Arc de Triomf, stunning land mark built in the 1888. We begin the tour with a view of this monument that serves as the basis for the introduction of the tour. Ideal place to take the first photos.
  2. Monasterio de Sant Pere de les Puel.les
    20m
    Old Monastery built in the 945 AD.
    The first stop in the Born district is a church that helps us to understand the importance of religion in Medieval Barcelona.
  3. Palace of Catalan Music
    20m
    Unesco modernist musical palace. A must stop to appreciate the exotic architecture of Barcelona's Modernism in the old town.
  4. Mercado de Santa Caterina
    20m
    Local market where we can try some tapas, drinks and also use the toilet.
  5. Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    The most important basilica in the old town offers a wonderful story of Barcelona's perseverance and faith. We will stop here to listen to it and take some pictures.
  6. El Fossar de les Moreres
    20m
    Important monument commemorating the city where on September 11, 1714 the most tragic defeat in its history took place.
  7. El Born Centre De Cultura I Memoria
    15m
    Old market now converted into a museum where you can still see the medieval city of Barcelona. Exemplary place to understand the old city and the defeat of 1714.
  8. Parc de la Ciutadella
    15m
    We ended up at the Parc de la Ciutadella, an old fortress built after the war of succession, later converted into a park that became the heart of the Universal Exposition of 1888.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet next to the Arc de Triomphe monument, which is connected to the metro L1 (Arc de Triomphe stop).
On the day of the visit, 5 minutes before it starts, the host will be next to the monument with a green umbrella in hand.

End point

We will finish our tour inside the Ciutadella Park of Barcelona which is located at the end of the Lluis Compayns promenade that connects with the Arc de Triomphe where we started the visit.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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