Walking Tour in Girona History and Gastronomy with Tasting

4.8 (5 reviews) Girona, Spain
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Duration3h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

The best and most pleasant way to discover both the history of Girona and its gastronomy, helped by a local guide.
The visit includes a walk through the entire monumental area of the city, the guide will explain from the outside all its main monuments, the Basilica of Sant Feliu, the Cathedral, the Arab Baths, "el Cul de la Lleona", the Barrio Jew, the Walls, the Ramblas, the Bridges over the Onyar River...
More than 2000 years of history that will be covered in a couple of hours and then enjoy a tasting of local products such as sausages, cheeses, our favorite desserts. All accompanied by our DO Empordà wine or one of our beers.
An experience they will not forget!

Options

Small Group in English

product tasting: At the end of the tour you will be able to taste a selection of products from the area accompanied by DO Empordà wine, beer or water

In Spanish small group

product tasting: At the end of the tour you will be able to taste a selection of products from the area accompanied by DO Empordà wine or beer or water.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Local guide in English and Spanish
  • The drinks included during the tasting will be either local wine or beer
  • At the end of the tour through the medieval and Jewish quarter of the city, you will be able to taste a series of local products such as cheeses, sausages, wines and typical desserts of the city.
  • Entrance to any monument or museum. We explain them all from the outside.
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What to expect

  1. Catedral de Girona
    Pass by
    You will see the building from the outside, we do not go inside and your guide will explain its architecture, its history and what is inside. This way they will have all the information and they will be able to decide if they want to visit it at another time on their own.
  2. El Cul de la lleona
    10m
    The guide will explain what they have to do if they want to return to Girona! This statue represents one of our most popular legends!
  3. Arab Baths
    Pass by
    The guide will explain the history, its architecture and its curiosities. Why are they called Arab Baths if they are not Arab? Discover this mystery...
  4. The Museum of Jewish History
    Pass by
    They will visit the Jewish Quarter of Girona, one of the best preserved from the Middle Ages in Europe. Discover its beautiful corners and alleys. We did not enter the Jewish Museum, but this place deserves a deep explanation since it was one of the 3 Synagogues that Girona had in the Middle Ages.
  5. Passeig de la Muralla
    20m
    Fully walled city in the middle ages. Today we have a kilometer of them left. We will see the different periods of its construction and we will climb one of its towers to see the city from its roofs.
  6. Rambla De La Llibertad
    10m
    We will walk along this magnificent boulevard next to the Onyar River and its Bridges.
  7. Eiffel Bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles)
    10m
    Designed by Gustave Eiffel, it is one of the treasures that will surprise you in Girona city.
  8. Placa de la Independencia
    10m
    One of the busiest squares in the Old Quarter of Girona. Famous for its arcades where you can find terraces of very lively bars and restaurants!
  9. 1h
    El Foment Tavern, where you will taste a selection of the best local products from this area. They will be able to try our cheeses, sausages and other seasonal products. You can also try our typical desserts such as "el Xuixo". All accompanied by Designation of Origin Empordà wine. Our best wines or beer or water if you prefer.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Plaça de Sant Feliu, next to "Cafeteria The River". Girona city.

End point

Plaça de Sant Feliu, next to "Cafeteria The River". Girona city.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.8 (5)

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