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El Born - Local Barcelona Tour

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About this activity

Explore the authentic side of Barcelona’s Old Town in El Born, a neighborhood where history and vibrant modern culture intertwine. Known for its medieval charm, narrow cobblestone streets, and lively squares, El Born reveals Barcelona’s artistic soul and rich Catalan heritage. Here, visitors can uncover hidden gems like the Santa Maria del Mar basilica, the Picasso Museum, and the bustling Mercat del Born. Beyond its historic sites, El Born is full of artisan shops, cozy tapas bars, and boutique cafes, creating an atmosphere both historic and trendy. This area invites you to experience Barcelona as locals do, blending tradition with contemporary flair.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Photographs and images to better understand the tour.
    • Tourist guide
    • List of restaurant recommendations.

    Not included

    • Snacks
    • Bottled water
    • Tips

    Itinerary

    1. Arc de Triomf

      Barcelona's Arc de Triomf, stunning land mark built in the 1888. We begin the tour with a view of this monument that serves as the basis for the introduction of the tour. Ideal place to take the first photos.

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Old Monastery built in the 945 AD.

      The first stop in the Born district is a church that helps us to understand the importance of religion in Medieval Barcelona.

      20 minutesAdmission free

    3. Palace of Catalan Music

      Unesco modernist musical palace. A must stop to appreciate the exotic architecture of Barcelona's Modernism in the old town.

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    4. Santa Caterina Market

      Local market where we can try some tapas, drinks and also use the toilet.

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    5. St. Mary of the Sea Cathedral

      The most important basilica in the old town offers a wonderful story of Barcelona's perseverance and faith. We will stop here to listen to it and take some pictures.

      20 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    6. Important monument commemorating the city where on September 11, 1714 the most tragic defeat in its history took place.

      20 minutesAdmission free

    7. El Born Center for Culture and Memory

      Old market now converted into a museum where you can still see the medieval city of Barcelona. Exemplary place to understand the old city and the defeat of 1714.

      15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    8. Ciutadella Park

      We ended up at the Parc de la Ciutadella, an old fortress built after the war of succession, later converted into a park that became the heart of the Universal Exposition of 1888.

      15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    We will meet next to the Arc de Triomphe monument, which is connected to the metro L1 (Arc de Triomphe stop). On the day of the visit, 5 minutes before it starts, the host will be next to the monument with a green umbrella in hand.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Drop-off

    • We will finish our tour inside the Ciutadella Park of Barcelona which is located at the end of the Lluis Compayns promenade that connects with the Arc de Triomphe where we started the visit.

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    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%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
    Supplied by
    Green Tours Barcelona
    Product code
    197153P1

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