Barcelona Marvels: A Guided Walking Tour of the City’s Highlights

4.9
(43 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the mediaeval wonders of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter with a local guide. Wandering the streets you’ll uncover a rich history spanning over 2,000 years–from Roman Barcino to modern-day Barcelona. Your guide will lead you to hidden gems and sought-after tourist attractions like Barcelona Cathedral, Placa Sant Felip Neri, and the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar. As you discover these beautiful places you’ll learn about their fascinating histories to gain a better understanding of Catalan culture and tradition. Our expert guides will tell you unforgettable stories, leaving you enamoured with the charm of Barcelona.

What's Included

City Highlights
Hidden Gems
Local Tour Guide
Guided Walking Tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Barcino Sculpture

Our guide will be meeting 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 local restaurant serving as part of the cultural and architectural heritage of the city. The inside of the modernist masterpiece of Casa Marti was once frequented by famous artists such as Pablo Picasso and Antoni Gaudi.

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

    This iconic photo mosaic might appear to just be a kiss, but it holds a story of war, freedom, and the fight for Catalan Independence.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Barcelona Cathedral

    This beautiful Gothic cathedral is more than meets the eye; it tells the story of the patron saint of Barcelona and how she met her brutal end.

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

    This tiny house located just beside the cathedral houses ruins of the Roman wall and aqueducts dating back to the I Century B.C.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Pont del Bisbe

    The famous “Bishop’s Bridge” is a neo-gothic style creation that holds the secrets of a mysterious legend.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Placa Sant Felip Neri

    This quaint square nestled in the Gothic Quarter is one of the most important places for understanding the complexity of Catalan history, bearing the scars of its sombre past.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    MUHBA - El Call

    El Call was the former Jewish district of the city and its rich history full of both fact and legend enchants anyone who visits.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Placa de Sant Jaume

    The government square in the centre of the Gothic Quarter, Placa Sant Jaume includes the seat of the Catalan government and City Hall as well as a story of Catalonia’s most beloved saint.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Placa del Rei

    Learn the darker side of Barcelona’s history at this stunning Royal Palace, an influential setting during the Spanish Inquisition.

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

    Formerly “Wheat Square” Placa de l’Angel tells the story of the procession of Santa Eulalia and the heavenly apparition that led to the change in its name.

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

    The heartbeat of Barcelona’s “El Born” neighbourhood, this charming basilica is 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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Walking Tours
City Tours
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