Podcast Tour The Recycled City of Tarragona

Tarragona, Spain
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Duration47m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Discover the ultimate architectural recycling project. In Tarragona, the medieval world didn't just replace the Roman Empire; it swallowed it whole. Join historian Max and architectural detective Irene on a journey through a city where chariot tracks became medieval basements, pagan temples were weaponized into soaring Gothic cathedrals, and ancient stones hide the erased histories of marginalized communities. This isn't just a walk through ruins; it's a masterclass in how a city survives the collapse of an empire by building directly on top of its corpse.

- A 0.8 km self-guided tour with 4 stops over 47 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

What to expect

  1. Placa dels Sedassos
    10m
    A vibrant plaza where the massive vaults of the Roman Circus are exposed directly beneath the foundations of medieval and modern houses.
  2. Catedral Tarragona
    10m
    A magnificent Gothic and Romanesque cathedral built directly atop the foundations of the Roman Temple of Augustus, showcasing architectural conquest.
  3. 10m
    The hidden, narrow streets of the medieval Jewish quarter, representing a marginalized community that was eventually erased from the city.
  4. 10m
    A massive Roman tower that was seamlessly adapted into a medieval royal castle, symbolizing the ultimate architectural survival.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Tarragona's main station, take local public transport toward Plaça dels Sedassos. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to the square. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

End point

From Torre del Pretori, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Tarragona's main station. The departure point is the tower at Plaça del Rei. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

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