Barcelona El Raval Dark History Walking Tour

5.0
(73 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Begin your Raval Walking Tour outside the church of Sant Pere Nolasc Mercedaris, located right by the Plaça de Castella. From here, you’ll journey through the vibrant streets of Raval neighborhood. First up, we’ll visit the Casa de la Misericordia, where children were abandoned and some (they say) still walk the halls. Then we’ll stroll down Raval vibrant streets and when you least expect it we’ll stop by the place the Vampire of Raval used to live. But, do vampires ever die? You’ll see for yourself how the lines between life and legend blur with this story of Barcelona’s most infamous serial killer. At the former Hospital of la Santa Creu, wander the garden where shows and spells of the most macabre once took place. We’ll continue to the Church of Sant Pau del Camp, Barcelona’s oldest church with a troubled past. Next you’ll discover Raval southern side. Hear shocking tales of the clubs and cabarets that used to be the main attractions here and a great place to see street art, too.

What's Included

Experienced, local guide
Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside the Church of Sant Pere Nolasc, in the Plaça de Castella, 08001, Barcelona

End point

This tour ends at Jardines de las Tres Chimeneas

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Where Barcelona’s foundling wheel for unwanted infants is hidden in plain sight

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Carrer de Joaquín Costa

    Once home to a villain whose crimes will make your blood run cold

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Part of the former Hospital of la Santa Creu, infamous for its autopsies

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Barcelona’s oldest church, previously a monastery with a violent history

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Avenida del Paralelo

    The Chinese district, the hub of 20th-century Barcelona’s seedier nightlife

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Once the center of industrial Barcelona, now the best place for graffiti art lovers

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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