Barcelona By Night: Ghost Tour of Gothic & El Born

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Embark on a haunted walking tour of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter and El Born and hear terrifying true tales and local lore from a ghost loving guide.

You'll see some of Barcelona's most iconic sites in a different light and uncover sinister stories that the average walking tour skips. From the cursed Liceu Opera House to the infamous Exorcist's House in El Born, you'll visit sites plagued by bombings, executions, and murder, each step pulling you deeper into Barcelona's paranormal past.

Step into Plaça Sant Felip Neri and see the scarred church façade, stare at the stone creatures behind Barcelona's Cathedral, and stand in the eye of the Inquisition at Plaça del Rei.

When the tour's over, the stories are sure to resurface in your dreams, or your nightmares.

Book now, if you dare.

What's Included

Dark history and sinister storytelling from an expert local guide
Visits to iconic haunted historical landmarks in the old town
Guided ghost walk through Barcelona's most haunted sites after dark
Small group experience intimate, atmospheric adventure
Not to fun facts you won't hear on your average walking tour
Ghost sightings are not guaranteed

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Plaça Reial next to the fountain, Gothic Quarter Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time. Look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Gran Teatre del Liceu

    Uncover the secrets of the curse that strikes this architectural marvel every twenty years. Then hear about Barcelona's most infamous serial killer lurking in the gritty streets of Raval.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    La Rambla

    Stroll the city's most famous boulevard after dark and discover that today's pickpockets have nothing on the predators who once prowled these streets

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi

    Stare up at this Gothic basilica and hear of one fateful pact that met a terrible end, before venturing into El Call and the legend of the Alchemist's House.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    In the heart of Barcelona's old Jewish quarter, discover an unassuming house hiding a legend of love, lies, and poison.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Pont del Bisbe

    Pause at Barcelona's most iconic bridge and learn its sinister secret. Whatever you do, don't look up.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    In this narrow corner of the Gothic Quarter, learn how Barcelona's patron saint met a brutal end after enduring 13 unimaginable tortures.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Step into this humble square and study the scarred church façade as the horrors of the Franco Regime and Spanish Civil War are laid bare. If you listen closely, you might just hear the whispers of spirits that cling to the walls.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Cathedral of Barcelona

    Discover that the stone creatures carved to ward off evil aren't all they seem, then unearth the chilling story of King's Square, a former Inquisition execution site.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9

    This stunning royal palace is a popular photo spot, but once you hear about the bloody executions that took place here, you may want to pause before raising the camera.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Spot the faces hidden in plain sight. A little bit of fun might be closer than you think.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Carrer de Montcada

    Wind through El Born past a poet's apartment where paranormal rituals once took place, heading towards the grand finale at Passeig del Born.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

    This stunning basilica has hosted countless weddings, and here you'll learn exactly why they say, 'Till death do us part.'

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Passeig del Born

    The chilling finale awaits. A hotel manager on this very street was hungry for far more than money, and the story does not end well.

    9 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Eternal Experiences

Tags

Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Night Tours
Ghost Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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