2-Hour Wonders of Barcelona Walking Tour: Journey through time in the city's old town
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26 Ratings
Barcelona
Uncover the hidden gems of Barcelona's old town on a 2-hour walking tour. Journey through time and explore historical wonders from Roman Barcino to the Gothic Quarter and beyond.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Barcelona Cathedral - Dive into the history of the main gothic masterpiece of architecture and a prominent landmark in the heart of the city.
- El Quatre Barcelona - A historic café and restaurant, a favorite meeting place for artists, intellectuals, and modernists, including Pablo Picasso. Its Art Nouveau design and cultural heritage offer a glimpse into Barcelona’s artistic past.
- Placa Sant Felip Neri - A picturesque square tucked away in the Gothic Quarter which holds a somber history related to the Spanish Civil War. The square’s scars still bear witness to its tragic past.
- MUHBA - El Call - The Jewish quarter of Barcelona with its narrow streets and medieval architecture. Exploring El Call provides insight into the city’s rich Jewish history, including its synagogue and legends.
- Placa de Sant Jaume - A bustling square that serves as a hub of activity, surrounded by historical buildings.
- MUHBA Temple d’August - Remnants of a Roman temple dedicated to Emperor Augustus, showcasing Barcelona’s ancient history.
- Placa del Rei - A charming square that houses the Royal Palace provides a sense of Barcelona’s regal heritage.
- Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar - A breathtaking Catalan Gothic church stands as a testament to the city’s maritime history.
What's Included
- Guided Tour
Additional Information
Take a trip through history and delve into the magnificent medieval marvels of Barcelona’s ancient town. Our excursion offers you a timeless exploration that stretches over 2,000 years, starting from Roman Barcino, passing through the halcyon days of the Gothic Quarter, and leading up to contemporary Barcelona.
Unravel the city’s concealed treasures as we explore cathedrals, plazas, and marketplaces, all while sharing tantalizing trivia and entertaining tales. Our passionate guides will ensure your experience is unsurpassed, filled with enjoyment and fervor that will spark your love for Barcelona.
Location
Escultura Barcino
Plaça Nova
Our guide will be meeting you at Plaça Nova, 40, right in front of the prominent sculpture displaying the large letters "Barcino", holding a distinctive Tipsy Tour sign.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(26 Ratings)
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Stephen_c
May 29, 2024
Excellent guide - Our guide Sara had the right amount of history, culture, and a bit of humor. Well worth the money. It was easy to find out guide in the beginning and she pointed out all that we were hoping to experience.
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Ron_l
May 27, 2024
Excellent walking tour! - Lindsay was excellent. Very knowledgable and friendly. Would recommend. Will go on other tours with her !
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Sofia_m
May 19, 2024
A valuable history lesson! - Vanessa was a wonderful guide. So personable and had great knowledge of the highlighted spots on the tour. Highly recommend.
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Cynthia_l
May 15, 2024
Great tour - Our guide Rolene did an amazing job. She was very professional and personable. We learned a lot of the history of the area and saw all the highlights of Barcelona
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Lindsay_l
May 9, 2024
Great tour - Great tour! Rossaline was really informative and gave us so many facts! We thought she did a great job making sure everyone kept up and was present.
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D9187lzrachelg
May 4, 2024
Meaningful and informative introduction to Catalonia and Barcelona! - Excellent walking tour and great way to get oriented to the Old Town of Barcelona. Our tour guide Mariah was super knowledgeable and gave valuable insight into the significant history and culture of Catalonia and Barcelona, including highlighting the Jewish experience. She related meaningful stories that brought the history to life and made it emotionally impactful. Truly a worthwhile tour!
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Lilly_v
Oct 23, 2023
Barcelona walking tour - Learned a lot about the city and met some great people! Our guide was very knowledgable and interesting to listen to, would recommend!
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Xenia_t
Oct 21, 2023
Last min fun - Booked this tour last minute as I was just passing through Barcelona, and I am SO glad I did. Our guide was excellent, answered everyone’s questions and made us all feel engaged. Highly recommend!
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Daniel_p
Oct 19, 2023
Everything was so good, I... - Everything was so good, I had such a great time, meeting new friends and love this beautiful city 😍😍 really recommended!!!
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Mariapaula_c
Oct 18, 2023
Great walking tour - highly recommend! had such a great time getting to know such an amazing city as well as many amazing people!
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