Uncover the captivating legends and inspirations behind Barcelona’s iconic architecture on a small-group walking tour. Discover the stories that shaped Gaudí’s designs and explore the city with new eyes.
Uncover the captivating legends and inspirations behind Barcelona’s iconic architecture on a small-group walking tour. Discover the stories that shaped Gaudí’s designs and explore the city with new eyes.
- Casa Mila - La Pedrera - Learn all about the history and the façade of this marvellous building designed by Gaudí. It was his last civic building before he dedicated the remainder of his life to the construction of the church of Sagrada Familia.
- Passeig de Gracia - We will walk down the grand boulevard of Passeig de Gracia. From street…
- Casa Mila - La Pedrera - Learn all about the history and the façade of this marvellous building designed by Gaudí. It was his last civic building before he dedicated the remainder of his life to the construction of the church of Sagrada Familia.
- Passeig de Gracia - We will walk down the grand boulevard of Passeig de Gracia. From street pavement to lamp posts – all have a story that we want to tell you!
- Casa Batllo - Certainly one of Gaudi´s masterpieces in Barcelona. We will explain the exterior façade and the ingenious creativity of Gaudi when designing this building.
- Casa Amatller - Casa Amatller is one of the most fascinating Modernist buildings for us in Barcelona. Many guests do not pay much attention to it, but we are sure that we can make you as enthusiastic as we are when you have learned about its history and architecture.
- Casa Lleo i Morera - Casa Morera is a stunning example of Modernist craftsmanship designed by Lluís Domènech I Montaner. Hidden behind the countless floral decoration we will point out a most surprising detail!
- Placa Catalunya - We will pass Plaça Catalunya - connecting the new town, Eixample, with the old town.
- Els 4Gats - We will see the modernist art café which was as important to Barcelona like the art cafés in Paris. Picasso came here as did Gaudí.
- Palace of Catalan Music - The famous concert hall is a gem of modernist architecture. We will explain the magnificent outer façade with its many details and will also have a glimpse into the beautiful lobby.
- El Born - We will explore the neighbourhood and discover references to the legends we have heard of during the tour.

- Touristic Guide
- Shared groups with a maximum of 8 participants
- Touristic Guide
- Shared groups with a maximum of 8 participants
- Entrance fee to any attraction.
- Entrance fee to any attraction.
Join us as we dive into enthralling tales from the past that are evident across the city once you are familiar with them. Learn about how architects such as Gaudí drew inspiration from these legends and consequently left a deep imprint on Barcelona.
Why does a dragon perch on the rooftop? How did a bat play a crucial role in battle? Where can you find…
Join us as we dive into enthralling tales from the past that are evident across the city once you are familiar with them. Learn about how architects such as Gaudí drew inspiration from these legends and consequently left a deep imprint on Barcelona.
Why does a dragon perch on the rooftop? How did a bat play a crucial role in battle? Where can you find the House of Bones? What’s the story behind the Catalan flag? How does all of this tie into the current independence movement?
As we walk for two hours, we’ll establish a linkage between medieval Catalan history and legends and the influences they had on Gaudí and other architects when creating the residential structures along Passeig de Gracia’s grand boulevard. From the cobblestone streets to the lamp posts - each feature has a tale that we wish to share with you!
If you have a love for history being animated by zealous narrators and wish to partake in the coziness of a small group, then this is the experience for you. Post this two-hour journey, you will observe details that you missed earlier. See Barcelona through a new lens!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.