Barcelona Historical Walking Tour: Gothic Quarter & El Born

4.9
(204 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

City Highlights
Hidden Gems
Local Tour Guide
Guided Walking Tour
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Barcino Sculpture

Our guide will meet you at Plaça Nova, 40, right in front of the prominent sculpture displaying the large letters "Barcino", holding a yellow "Carpe Diem Tours" sign.

End point
Basílica de Santa Maria del Mar

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Els 4 Gats

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    El Mon Neix En Cada Besada

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Barcelona Cathedral

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Casa de l'Ardiaca

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Pont del Bisbe

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Placa Sant Felip Neri

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    MUHBA - El Call

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Placa de Sant Jaume

    A bustling square that serves as a hub of government activity, surrounded by historical buildings.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Placa del Rei

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Plaça de l'Àngel

    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.”

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

    A breathtaking Catalan Gothic church that stands as a testament to the city's maritime history.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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