Barcelona Old Town Tour

Barcelona, Spain
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The tour takes place in Barrio Gotico district, the oldest part of Barcelona that has two thousand years of history. The neighborhood is characterized by the presence of Roman, Medieval and Neogothic buildings. Many of them are connected to a variety of interesting legends that are an important part of the local oral tradition.
By taking part in this tour you will be astonished by the misterious beauty of Barcelona Old Town. At the same time you will learn a lot about its culture, history and legends.
Languages of the tour: English, Italian and Spanish.

Description

Itinerary
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Stop At: Palau de la Balmesiana, Carrer de Duran i Bas, 11, 9, 08002 Barcelona Spain

The first point of interest lays at few meters from the meeting point. In fact we will stand in a small square called Plaça del Vuit de Març where we will see two very interesting buildings: Palau de la Balmesiana, a Neo Gothic building and the remains of the Roman Aqueduct of Barcelona that is about 2000 years old.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: El Beso De Joan Fontcuberta, Plaza Isidre Nonell, 08002 Barcelona Spain

Shortly after, we will have a brief stop in front of a contemporary piece of art made by a local artist in the year 2014. The artwork is generally known as "The kiss" and it's a mosaic composed by 4000 pictures.
The piece of art is dedicated to the concept of freedom and love and its meaning is connected to the history of the city.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Muralla Romana, Carrer de la Palla, 16, 08002 Barcelona Spain

We will then admire a portion of the ancient Roman Wall that used to surround Barcelona about 20 centuries ago.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Casa de l'Ardiaca, Calle Santa Llucia 1, 08021 Barcelona Spain

Our next stop will be at Casa de l’Ardiaca in which courtyard is located a fountain that has a very peculiar shape. After that we will reach Plaça Sant Felipe Neri, a beautiful little square characterized by a dark past.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Cathedral of Barcelona, Pla de la Seu, s/n, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

The tour starts near Saint Eulalia Cathedral, one of the most important churches of Barcelona. There I will tell you about the legend of Saint Eulalia and about Barcelona's foundation.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Palau Reial Major, Carrer dels Comtes, 2, 08002 Barcelona Spain

We will then walk to the Royal Palace of Barcelona and I will show you the place where it is said that Christopher Columbus was received by the king and the queen of Spain after his first trip to America.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Placa de Sant Jaume, Placa Sant Jaume, 08002 Barcelona Spain

The tour will then reach Plaça Sant Jaume, one of the most important squares of the city, where we’ll see the facade of the palace of the regional government.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Pont del Bisbe, Carrer del Bisbe, 08002 Barcelona Spain

After that we’ll head to Pont del Bisbe, probably the most photographed spots of the old town which is also connected to several urban legends because of its exoteric decorations.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Placa Sant Felip Neri, Paseo de Palau Episcopal, Barri Gotic, 08002 Barcelona Spain

A few minutes later we will reach one of the most characteristic squares of Barcelona Old Town, named "Plaça Sant Felipe Neri". The square host the church were the arquitect Antoni Gaudí used to go every day to attend mass. The square is known also for a dramatic fact that happened during the Spanish Civil War and that I will tell you once there.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: sinagoga Shlomo Ben Adret,, Carrer de Marlet', 5 call de Barcelona, Barrio Gótico de Barcelona, 08002 Barcelona Spain

The next stop is located inside Barcelona Medieval Jewish district, where one of the synagogues was located. Once there I will tell you about the life of the Jewish community of Barcelona and about its dramatic story.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi, Plaza Del Pi, 7, 08002 Barcelona Spain

We will then explore the old misterious Jewish district and walk towards the church of Santa Maria del Pi. There I will tell you about the history of the church and about a legend related to the bell tower.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: La Rambla, La Rambla, Barcelona, Catalonia

We will then head to La Rambla, the most important street in Barcelona. There I will show you the façade of Teatre Liceu, a mosaic from Joan Miró and the entrance of La Boqueria market, the most important food market of Barcelona.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Placa Reial, 08002 Barcelona Spain

After that, we will reach one of the most iconic squares of Barrio Gotico called Plaça Reial. The square is characterized by the presence of arches, palm trees and restaurants. It's architecture is pretty unique comparing to the other squares of the city. In the centre of the square there is an interesting fountain from the XIX century and at its sides, there are two peculiar street lights made by Antoni Gaudí, the arquitect of Sagrada Familia.

Duration: 10 minutes

Inclusions

  • Professional tour guiding

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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