Barcelona Old Town walking tour with official guide

5.0 (7 reviews) Barcelona, Spain
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Duration3h - 4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This Tour will give you a quick insight into the rich and complex history of Barcelona. On a relaxed walk through the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter we will follow the footsteps of its ancestors and learn more about different epochs and personalities that shaped the history of this heroic city over 2000 years.
Founded by the Romans in 1c.BC, Barcelona still embraces part of its origins inside the medieval buildings.
During prosperous times of Kingdom of Aragon, it was one of central ports of medieval Sea-trade with many merchant and diplomatic delegations established in the city.
The Jewish community, living in El Call, also helped in consolidation of culturally rich and cosmopolitan spirit over centuries until 1492, when Iberian Peninsula stopped being homeland for all 3 religions: Christianity, Judaism and Islam.
Eventually we will learn more about the political changes after the War of Spanish Succession (1702-1715), still echoing today.

What's included

  • Private walk with official tour guide
  • Entrance fees to cathedral not included
  • Pick-up transportation not included. Please ask for rates in advance

What to expect

  1. Mercat de la Boqueria
    20m
    Boqueria market is a paradise for all 5 senses. We will stop and taste some of the best local specialities
  2. Catedral de Barcelona
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Built between XI and XX century the gothic catedral is the essential part of the history of Barcelona
  3. MUHBA - El Call
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    El Call - medieval jewish quarter with optional visit to former synagogue
  4. MUHBA Temple d'August
    10m
    Part of the Roman Temple to Augustus is hidden inside of medieval house behind the cathedral. We will stop on what used to be the center of Roman Barcelona decoding its 2000 years of history
  5. Placa Del Rei
    15m
    Medieval Royal Palace where Columbus was received by Spanish Kings after the discovery of America in 1492
  6. Palau De La Generalitat De Catalunya
    15m
    Political center of the city with Parlament building and Town Hall will bring us back to the actual situation of Catalan social and political movements, very connected to the historical events in the past.
  7. La Rambla
    15m
    La Rambla is the name of Arabic origin, when this street was still outside of the city walls. In later periods it became the heart of the city, and as locals say "If you haven´t been to La Rambla, you haven´t been in Barcelona"
  8. 10m
    Must stop in Barcelona for understanding its day and night life. Great options for lunch or refreshment stop. Save some location tips for the night hours.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Bar Central la Boqueria (on the back of the market)

End point

End point will depend on the tour itinerary or client´s request

Pickup details

Meeting point upon agreement after the booking.
For chauffeured tours please ask for the rate of transportation in advance.
Pick up at hotel/ port/ airport by private car or minivan with driver on disposal.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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