Barcelona Old Town and Gothic Quarter Walking Tour: Discover Historic Monuments and Hidden Treasures

Embark on a 2-hour guided walk through the ancient Barcelona, focusing on the Old Town and Gothic Quarter. Follow along the paths of the city’s Roman and medieval history. Marvel at some of the most notable landmarks and structures of the city, such as Plaça del Rei and Santa Maria del Mar, along with its lesser-known gems and charming alleyways.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) - Immerse yourself in the past of Barcelona and wander through the narrow streets and squares of the mazy Gothic Quarter of Barcelona Old Town. Have a look to the Roman remains still visible in any corner of what was used to be a Roman village. In medieval ages, this small village grew in what is nowadays known as the Gothic quarter thanks to its great medieval and gothic architecture. Get lost in these alleys full of history and legends.

This blend engenders a sparkling ambiance that brings people from whole around the world to visit this well-known part of the city.

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  • Las Ramblas - Have a walk on the lively Ramblas, probably the most emblematic avenue of Barcelona, full of bars, restaurants and street artists. The Boulevard in medieval times was a small sandy river used as a natural defense at the very limit of the old city walls and nowadays is one of the most lively spots of the city.
  • Mercat de la Boqueria - Enjoy the walk on the Rambla and enter the Boqueria market full of life, colors and elegant architecture. Take the chance to look around and taste a fresh fruit juice or to eat something on the way. Feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through the colorful and exuberant posts, or learn where the worldwide famous Iberian cured ham comes from.
  • Placa Reial - Get to know Plaça Reial and its Napoleonic architecture, frequented by artists, bohemians and travelers enjoying some rest in one of the many terraces of the square. This big, open space became an indispensable meeting point in the middle of the Gothic Quarter and its narrow streets.

Furnished with the elegant fountain de Tres Gracias and beautiful lanterns designed by a very young Gaudí on his first public assignment. With its gigantic royal palm trees, you can’t miss this sparkling and graceful square of Barcelona Old Town.

  • Barcelona Cathedral - Pass by and admire the Barcelona Cathedral, known for its gargoyle sculptures at the top of the towers. Get impressed by this legendary building, known as one of the most outstanding Cathedrals of Europe, complemented by an interior space, very bright patio and towering columns. The Cathedral is devoted to a young virgin Saint name Eulalia and is seat of the archbishopric of the city.
  • El Born - El Born is maybe one of the few labyrinths in which you would not mind to get lost. Breathe in the unique atmosphere of this neighborhood, known for its fusion of old and new buildings. Stroll through very trendy squares where young and old love to be, and enjoy historical and cultural attractions such as the popular Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar or Palau de la Música Catalana.
  • Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar - The Basilica Santa Maria del Mar is considered the real cathedral of the Old Town since it has been founded and constructed in Medieval times by the people of the neighborhood themselves. It is an emblem of the Catalan Gothic art and a must-to-see spot of the Gothic Quarter.
  • Palace of Catalan Music - End your walking tour near Palau de la Música Catalana and get attracted by this architectural pearl of Catalan modernism. The building, designed by Lluís Domenèch i Montaner, the teacher of Gaudi, is the only concert hall declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The architect built this wonderful music box where all the applied arts are combined: Sculpture, mosaic, stained glass and wrought iron.
What's Included
  • Explore with a professional local guide
  • Enjoy an intimate small group tour with a maximum of 12 people for a personalized experience
  • Discover Barcelona’s Old Town through a comprehensive walking tour
  • Delve into the charm of the Gothic Quarter and the Born District
  • Experience the best of Barcelona Old Town’s highlights
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up or drop-off
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 years old can join the tour free of charge, children between 3 and 8 are entitled of 30% off.
Location
C/ de Fontanella, 2
Carrer de Fontanella
Close to the Movistar Centre, look for your guide, wearing the "In Out Barcelona Tours" badge
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Elizabeth_m
Jul 23, 2024
Tour - Excellent! Kathy was our tour guide! She is so passionate about the history. We learn so much from her…we really enjoyed it!! Thank you!!! 😃😃😃😃😃
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704komalp
Jul 23, 2024
It was a wonderful tour! Must visit! - Stephanie was wonderful! We not only enjoyed the tour but learned a lot about gothic quarter and historic town. Best, guide we ever had!
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Marjeed
Jul 22, 2024
Walking tour of old town Barcelona - What am superior guide! Full of fun facts, historic references (so well presented chronologically) and references to country's development. Could not have found a more informative and comfortable guide to tour the old part of Barcelona. Exceptional up close to the antiquates with in depth presentations. Very well done Pablo!
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Shelly_s
Jul 22, 2024
Fabulous food, wine, and guide! - Fabulous food and wine! Our guide was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and fun that made for a wonderful evening!
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Scenic683344
Jul 21, 2024
Half day in Barcelona - We took the half day tour around Barcelona today with Teo. It was amazing! Even though it rained a little in the morning (Teo was nice enough to give us all umbrellas) we still got to see all the main sites and walked around Gothic Quarter. We even had a little time to venture out on our own to visit a few shops and get some coffee. I would highly recommend booking a tour with Teo if you want to see the sites in Barcelona.
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Getaway59051537031
Jul 20, 2024
Great experience - It was great and interesting experience, the guide knew a lot about the area and it's history, she was also very friendly.
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Johanna
Jul 18, 2024
Very informative tour - Excellent tour! We missed the start but managed to find the group :) The guide was superfriendly. Very informative tour.
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Madeleine_k
Jul 16, 2024
Booking a tour with... - Booking a tour with Andrei was the highlight of our trip. His passion for history and his deep understanding of the local culture made every moment fascinating. From captivating story telling to personalized insights we really were able to appreciate and understand the rich history of Barcelona architecture and art. His friendly demeanor and enthusiasm inspired us to feel engaged and ready to learn. If you are looking for a tour to take I highly recommend Andrei.
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Cheri_t
Jul 16, 2024
Great tour and the best guide! - We had a great time on this tour and we lived Miguel as our guide. He had so much knowledge about the city and it was nice to talk to him and learn his personal love for Barcelona. We were able to see a lot and find things we wanted to come back to later.
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Natasha_n
Jul 16, 2024
Some guides are not great… - We probably just got unlucky with the guide - they were not very knowledgeable (in the other couple of tours we took later we learnt that the info this guide shared was wrong), it was hard to follow them - long stories, unrelated, unstructured. I don’t think we got much out of that tour, unfortunately.
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