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Barcelona By Night: Ghost Walking Tour of Gothic & El Born

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About this activity

Embark on a haunted walking tour of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter and El Born and hear true tales and local lore from a guide. You'll see some of Barcelona's most iconic sites in a different light and uncover sinister stories that the average walking tour skips. The best part? You can follow the paranormal route from your phone with an interactive Ghost Hunter Pack, equipped with visual representations of the spirits you'll encounter. From the cursed Liceu Opera House to the infamous Exorcist's House in El Born, you'll visit sites plagued by bombings, executions, and murder, each step pulling you deeper into Barcelona's paranormal past. Step into Plaça Sant Felip Neri and see the scarred church façade, stare at the stone creatures behind Barcelona's Cathedral, and stand in the eye of the Inquisition at Plaça del Rei. When the tour's over, the stories are sure to resurface in your dreams, or your nightmares, and you'll receive a Certificate of Survival. Book now, if you dare.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Dark history and sinister storytelling from an expert local guide
    • Certificate of Survival upon completion
    • Visits to iconic haunted historical landmarks in the old town
    • Guided ghost walk through Barcelona's most haunted sites after dark
    • Small group experience intimate, atmospheric adventure
    • Interactive Ghost Hunter pack
    • Not to fun facts you won't hear on your average walking tour

    Not included

    • Ghost sightings are not guaranteed

    Itinerary

    1. Uncover the secrets of the curse that strikes this architectural marvel every twenty years. Then hear about Barcelona's most infamous serial killer lurking in the gritty streets of Raval.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    2. Stroll the city's most famous boulevard after dark and discover that today's pickpockets have nothing on the predators who once prowled these streets

      9 minutesAdmission free

    3. Basilica of Santa Maria del Pi

      Stare up at this Gothic basilica and hear of one fateful pact that met a terrible end, before venturing into El Call and the legend of the Alchemist's House.

      9 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    4. In the heart of Barcelona's old Jewish quarter, discover an unassuming house hiding a legend of love, lies, and poison.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    5. Pause at Barcelona's most iconic bridge and learn its sinister secret. Whatever you do, don't look up.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    6. In this narrow corner of the Gothic Quarter, learn how Barcelona's patron saint met a brutal end after enduring 13 unimaginable tortures.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    7. Step into this humble square and study the scarred church façade as the horrors of the Franco Regime and Spanish Civil War are laid bare. If you listen closely, you might just hear the whispers of spirits that cling to the walls.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    8. Discover that the stone creatures carved to ward off evil aren't all they seem, then unearth the chilling story of King's Square, a former Inquisition execution site.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    9. This stunning royal palace is a popular photo spot, but once you hear about the bloody executions that took place here, you may want to pause before raising the camera.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    10. Spot the faces hidden in plain sight. A little bit of fun might be closer than you think.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    11. Wind through El Born past a poet's apartment where paranormal rituals once took place, heading towards the grand finale at Passeig del Born.

      9 minutesAdmission free

    12. St. Mary of the Sea Cathedral

      This stunning basilica has hosted countless weddings, and here you'll learn exactly why they say, 'Till death do us part.'

      9 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    13. El Born

      The chilling finale awaits. A hotel manager on this very street was hungry for far more than money, and the story does not end well.

      9 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    Please meet us at Plaça Reial, next to the fountain in the Gothic Quarter. Use Google Maps to find the meeting point. Arrive 10 minutes early and look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • Please meet us at Plaça Reial, next to the fountain in the Gothic Quarter. Use Google Maps to find the meeting point. Arrive 10 minutes early and look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign.

    Cancellation and refunds

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

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
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    Eternal Experiences
    Product code
    174817P51

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