Barcelona Historical Walking Tour: Gothic Quarter and El Born
Overview
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.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- City Highlights
- Hidden Gems
- Local Tour Guide
- Guided Walking Tour
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 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.
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Stop 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.
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Stop 3
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.
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Stop 4
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.
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Stop 5
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.
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Stop 6
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.
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Stop 7
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.
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Stop 8
A bustling square that serves as a hub of government activity, surrounded by historical buildings.
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Stop 9
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.
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Stop 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.”
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Stop 11
A breathtaking Catalan Gothic church that stands as a testament to the city's maritime history.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
Meet your guide at Plaça del Vuit de Març, inside the park near Balmesiana Biblioteca Balmes and the Roman Aqueduct remains. Look for the yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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