Barcelona: Gothic Legends, Drinks & candy Tasting

Points forts

Itinéraire

1. 1

   Plaça de Catalunya

   More than just a meeting point, Plaça Catalunya hides its own secrets. Beneath the square lie old Civil War shelters, and legends tell of tunnels once connecting to the metro. This is also where medieval walls once stood, making it the crossroads between old Barcelona and the birth of the modern city

   10 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

2. 2

   Portal del Ángel once marked the entrance to the medieval walls. Its name comes from a legend of an angel appearing here to protect the city, a reminder that even the most modern avenues are built on centuries of myths

   10 minutes•Entrée libre

3. 3

   Barcelona Cathedral

   Behind its Gothic façade, the Cathedral hides centuries of secrets. From the crypt of Saint Eulàlia: Barcelona’s young martyr, to strange gargoyles shaped like animals, every stone whispers stories of faith, fear, and legend.

   15 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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   Via Sepulcral Romana

   Just steps from the Gothic Quarter

   Just steps from the Gothic Quarter lies a forgotten necropolis: dozens of Roman tombs from the 1st to 3rd centuries AD. Hidden in plain sight, it reveals how Barcelona’s story began long before the Gothic age.

   15 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

5. 5

   our first stop invites you to taste homemade vermouth in a traditional local bar. You can also choose another drink if you prefer. Tapas are optional and available for purchase. This spot combines the Gothic Quarter’s history with an authentic taste of Barcelona, setting the perfect start to our mysterious journey.

   20 minutes•Entrée libre

6. 6

   Placa de Sant Felip Neri

   A peaceful square with a tragic past, Sant Felip Neri

   A peaceful square with a tragic past, Sant Felip Neri was built over a medieval cemetery. The church walls still bear the scars of a Civil War bombing, making this hidden corner of the Gothic Quarter one of Barcelona’s most haunting sites.

   10 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

7. 7

   Pont del Bisbe

   Pont del Bisbe is steeped in legend. Some say stepping under its arches brings luck, while others whisper of secret meetings and hidden messages carved into its stone by those who once walked these streets centuries ago.

   10 minutes•Entrée libre

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   Legend has it that King Jaume I, the conqueror of Valencia and Mallorca, once walked these streets disguised to move unseen among his people. Some corners of the Gothic Quarter still whisper tales of his secret routes and hidden meetings, where decisions that shaped Barcelona were quietly made. We will stop to a local shop for a candy tasting here.

   10 minutes•Entrée libre

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   Plaça del Rei

   Plaça del Rei hides centuries of royal secrets. Behind its Gothic walls, kings like Jaume I ruled, plotted, and even imprisoned. Today, whispers of conspiracies and hidden treasures still seem to linger among the arches and courtyards.

   15 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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    Legends say secret tunnels once connected the square to hidden chambers below the Gothic Quarter. Today, its lamps and arches still whisper stories of clandestine meetings and midnight intrigues.

    10 minutes•Entrée libre

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    Our journey ends at a hidden local spot beloved by artists and musicians, where legends say Picasso, Gaudí, and even Rosalía once found inspiration. Here, you can choose between vermouth, absinthe, or a non-alcoholic drink to toast the end of our Gothic adventure.

    20 minutes•Entrée libre

Point de rendez-vous

Meet your guide in front of Banco de Espana, your guide will send you a message the night before

La carte montre Barcelone. Le point de rendez-vous exact est l'adresse ci-dessus.Ouvrir une carte plus grande

Prise en charge

• Rendez-vous au point de départ pour tous

À savoir avant de partir

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please provide us with a valid phone number with WhatsApp or a valid email address; it is important so the guide can contact you before the tour
• This tour involves moderate walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes and stay hydrated.
• There are spots along the way where you can buy water or snacks if needed
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Annulation et remboursement

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

• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si la météo l'exige
• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si trop peu de participants