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Private Barcelona Old Town and Gothic Quarter Walking Tour

5.0 (197 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Barcelona Old Town and Gothic Quarter Walking Tour

About this activity

Embark on a fascinating private walking tour through the historic heart of Barcelona, where you'll uncover the rich tapestry of its past! Step back over 2,000 years as you explore the origins of Roman Barcelona, discovering ancient ruins and hidden treasures from the city's early history.

Wander through the enchanting Gothic Quarter, where you'll be captivated by its medieval architecture and stunning monumental buildings, transporting you straight to the Middle Ages. As you stroll along the iconic Ramblas, feel the pulse of the city and learn why Barcelona is one of the most beloved destinations in Europe.

This immersive private tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and architecture, making it the ideal way to experience Barcelona's fascinating heritage. The tour gives you the opportunity to customize your tour, making it a more personalized experience.

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
In Out Barcelona Tours

Ages: Children (3–8 years) · Adults (9–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional local guide
  • Included: Old Town Walking tour, including the Gothic quarter and the Born District
  • Included: Complete visit to Barcelona Old Town highlights
  • Included: Private Walking tour

Not included

  • Not included: Hotel pick-up or drop-off
  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Ciutat Vella

    30 min

    In this tour, your guide will take you to Ciutat Vella, the ancient part of the city. Here is where the history of Barcelona began. While strolling through the ancient nave of alleys, get the chance to discover the origins of Roman Barcelona. Get prepared to be enchanted by the antique atmosphere from this amazing part of the city and get the feeling of beeing brought back to the Middle Ages.

  2. Gothic Quarter

    30 min

    The enchanting neighbourhood known as the Gothic Quarter used to be the Roman village, counts various relics of its past. The district is a mixture of ancient buildings and constructions of the 90s. This blend creates a sparkling ambience that brings people from whole around the world to visit this well known part of the city.

    The neighborhood holds beautiful surprises because of its joyful energy, full of trendy bars, restaurants and small boutiques; where you’ll enjoy the essence of Barcelona.

  3. Las Ramblas

    Walking along the famous Ramblas, discover why Barcelona is so beloved by visitors. A fizzy pedestrian street where you'll enjoy the street performers, small cafes, traditional Catalan cuisine shops until you see the famous Boqueria market, where you can feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through his colorful and exuberant posts, or learn where the worldwide famous Iberian cured ham comes from.

  4. Mercat de la Boqueria

    You will also pass in front of La Boqueria. La Boqueria is an open market and a benchmark of Barcelona. On this market, you can feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through his colorful and exuberant posts, or learn where the worldwide famous Iberian cured ham comes from.

  5. Catedral de Barcelona

    You will have the chance to pass by and admire the Barcelona Cathedral, known for its gargoyle sculptures at the top of the towers. The cathedral is devoted to a young virgin Saint name Eulalia and is seat of the archbishopric of the city.

  6. Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

    Basilica Santa Maria del Mar, raised to the sweat of the citizens, is an emblem of the Catalan Gothic art and absolutely needs to be seen while you stroll through the Gothic Quarter.

  7. Placa de Sant Jaume

    This square, also located in the Gothic City is one of the main, oldest and most representative squares. Even today, after 20 centuries it remains the political power of the Catalan culture.

  8. Placa Reial

    Fournished with a fountain, elegant lampposts and big palm trees, the Plaza Real is a very sparkling and graceful square of the Gothic Quarter. The square genders a warm atmosphere, due to the yellow walls of the buildings that surround the square.

  9. Placa Del Rei

    Plaça del Rei in Barcelona is doubtless the Gothic nook that best illustrates the medieval spirit of the city. The Royal Palace and its surrounding buildings enclose a harmonious and quiet place where it seems that the glorious past of Barcelona of the Middle Ages still breathes.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • In front of the Movistar Centre. Look for your guide, wearing the 'In Out Barcelona Tours' badge.

End point

  • Old Town

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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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

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. First child free of charge, second or more children 50% off (based on price of 2 adults)

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Other languages available upon request

Traveller ratings

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