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Barcelona Old Town walking tour with official guide

5.0 (7 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Barcelona Old Town walking tour with official guide

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
3–4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
German, Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by
Barcelona Code Private Tours

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private walk with official tour guide

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance fees to cathedral not included
  • Not included: Pick-up transportation not included. Please ask for rates in advance

Itinerary

  1. Mercat de la Boqueria

    20 min

    Boqueria market is a paradise for all 5 senses. We will stop and taste some of the best local specialities

  2. Catedral de Barcelona

    15 min Admission not included

    Built between XI and XX century the gothic catedral is the essential part of the history of Barcelona

  3. MUHBA - El Call

    15 min Admission not included

    El Call - medieval jewish quarter with optional visit to former synagogue

  4. MUHBA Temple d'August

    10 min

    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

    15 min

    Medieval Royal Palace where Columbus was received by Spanish Kings after the discovery of America in 1492

  6. Palau De La Generalitat De Catalunya

    15 min

    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

    15 min

    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. Stop 8

    10 min

    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 point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

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 points

  • Plaza de las Ollas
  • H10 Metropolitan
  • Petit Palace Trencadis
  • Hostal Paris
  • Medena
  • Hotel Constanza Barcelona
  • Market Hotel
  • The Corner Hotel
  • Suite Dreams Apts
  • NH Collection Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderon
  • Hotel Ingles
  • Ramblas Liceu

and 164 more pickup points

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

  • 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

Traveller ratings

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