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Barcelona Historical Walking Tour: Gothic Quarter and El Born

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Explore the very best of Barcelona on foot! Your local guide with lead you through the Gothic Quarter where you'll see well-preserved mediaeval wonders and learn about 2,000 years’ worth of history. Visit some of the most sought-after sites in the city as well as hidden gems like the Barcelona Cathedral, Placa Sant Felip Neri, and Pont del Bisbe. Over two hours, our expert guides will tell you fascinating stories and anecdotes that will leave you falling in love with beautiful Barcelona.

Highlights

    What's included

    • City Highlights and Hidden Gems
    • Local Tour Guide
    • Guided Walking Tour
    • Local Recommendations

    Not included

      Itinerary

      1. A historic café and restaurant, it was a favourite meeting place for artists, intellectuals, and modernists, including Pablo Picasso and Antoni Gaudi. Its Art Nouveau design and cultural heritage provide a glimpse into Barcelona's artistic past.

        10 minutesAdmission free

      2. A photomosaic erected in 2014 connected to the Catalan defeat on September 11, 1714, in the War of Spanish Succession. This event sparked the celebration of “La Diada” or “Catalonia Day” and represents what freedom means to the inhabitants of Barcelona.

        10 minutesAdmission free

      3. Barcelona Cathedral

        This Gothic-style church sits in the heart of the city and honours the life and death of the city’s patron saint, Eulalia, who was tortured to death by the Romans.

        10 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      4. This peculiar spot nestled in the Gothic Quarter

        This peculiar spot nestled in the Gothic Quarter is a fusion of Gothic and Renaissance architecture which houses the vertical face of the Roman wall and aqueducts.

        10 minutesAdmission free

      5. Carrer de Bisbe or “Bishop Street”

        Carrer de Bisbe or “Bishop Street” served as one of the main thoroughfares in Roman-occupied Barcino and this Neo-Gothic style bridge is the source of a superstitious legend that is sure to captivate even the most sceptical of visitors.

        10 minutesAdmission free

      6. Placa de Sant Felip Neri

        This picturesque square tucked away in the Gothic Quarter holds a sombre history related to the Spanish Civil War. The square's scars still bear witness to its tragic past.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      7. Barcelona City History Museum

        The Jewish quarter of Barcelona with its narrow streets and mediaeval architecture provides insight into the city's rich Jewish history, including its synagogue and legends.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      8. St. James Square

        A bustling square that serves as a hub of government activity, surrounded by historical buildings.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      9. Plaça del Rei

        A seemingly charming square that houses the Royal Palace provides a sense of Barcelona's regal heritage and offers a glimpse into the city’s dark past.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      10. The former “Wheat Square” was once a major hub for grain trading and holds the secret of a heavenly legend that gave it the name “Angel’s Square.”

        10 minutesAdmission free

      11. St. Mary of the Sea Cathedral

        A breathtaking Catalan Gothic church that

        A breathtaking Catalan Gothic church that stands as a testament to the city's maritime history.

        10 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      Meeting point

      Meet your guide at Plaça del Vuit de Març, inside the park near Balmesiana Biblioteca Balmes and the Roman Aqueduct remains. Please use Google Maps to find the meeting point. Look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign and arrive 10 minutes early.

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      Pickup

      • Everyone meets at the start point

      Know before you go

      • Public transportation options are available nearby
      • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
      • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
      • One per booking
      • Meet your guide at Plaça del Vuit de Març, inside the park near Balmesiana Biblioteca Balmes and the Roman Aqueduct remains. Please use Google Maps to find the meeting point. Look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign and arrive 10 minutes early.

      Cancellation and refunds

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

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      Carpe Diem Tours
      Product code
      109384P84

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