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Barcelona Gothic Quarter Self-Guided Tour: Hidden Skull Route

4.6 (11 reviews) 1 h 30 min – 2 h 30 min Private tour
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Barcelona Gothic Quarter Self-Guided Tour: Hidden Skull Route

About this activity

Discover Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter in a new and unforgettable way – with a self-guided interactive walk that reveals a hidden skull-shaped route on your map.

Follow step-by-step directions through must-see landmarks such as the King’s Square, the Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter, Roman temple remains, and City Hall. Along the way, you’ll also uncover hidden corners and authentic spots that most visitors miss.

Your adventure includes 22 stops, each with engaging audio commentary, videos, or illustrations. Unlike a group tour, you can explore at your own pace, start whenever you want, and take breaks whenever you need.

✔ Playful elements: answer questions, earn points, and challenge your friends.

✔ Flexible: 1.5–2 hours or longer – you decide.

✔ Easy access: all you need is WhatsApp and about 2 GB of mobile data.

This isn’t just another walking tour – it’s an interactive journey through history, culture, and secrets of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter.

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At a glance

Duration
1 h 30 min – 2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
English
Written guide
English
Operated by
Train your Brain tours

Ages: Adults (7–64 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Video clips on the tour
  • Included: Tour content reachable for 36 hours after the game
  • Included: Fun facts and information about the highlights
  • Included: 6 tested recommendations – museum, catalonian restaurant, café, club, tapas bar and rooftop terrace
  • Included: Historical pictures
  • Included: Self-guided exploration game with 21 points on the itinerary
  • Included: 22 captivating storytelling audio recordings about the sights of Barcelona

Not included

  • Not included: Mobile data
  • Not included: City events may affect access. Your game remains available for 36h after activation.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    3 min

    Starting location of this tour.

  2. Pont del Bisbe

    5 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  3. Palau De La Generalitat De Catalunya

    5 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  4. MUHBA - El Call

    8 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  5. Placa Sant Felip Neri

    5 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  6. Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi

    10 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  7. Stop 7

    5 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  8. City Hall (Casa de la Ciutat / Ayuntamiento)

    5 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  9. MUHBA Temple d'August

    10 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  10. Placa Reial

    10 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

  11. Catedral de Barcelona

    10 min

    At each location, you will receive interesting information about the object you visit

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Nova Plaça, next to the COAC building

End point

  • Nova Plaça, next to the COAC building

Using your ticket

1. Have an active WhatsApp application

2. Make sure your smartphone is well charged

3. Reach the starting point

4. Open this link in phone's browser:

https://trainbrain.lt/en/barcelona-start/

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

4.6 out of 5 · 11 reviews
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