Walking Tour in Girona History and Gastronomy with Tasting

5.0
(3 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

The best and most pleasant way to discover both the history of Girona and its gastronomy, helped by a local guide.
The visit includes a walk through the entire monumental area of the city, the guide will explain from the outside all its main monuments, the Basilica of Sant Feliu, the Cathedral, the Arab Baths, "el Cul de la Lleona", the Barrio Jew, the Walls, the Ramblas, the Bridges over the Onyar River...
More than 2000 years of history that will be covered in a couple of hours and then enjoy a tasting of local products such as sausages, cheeses, our favorite desserts. All accompanied by our DO Empordà wine or one of our beers.
An experience they will not forget!

What's Included

Bottled water
Local guide in English and Spanish
The drinks included during the tasting will be either local wine or beer
At the end of the tour through the medieval and Jewish quarter of the city, you will be able to taste a series of local products such as cheeses, sausages, wines and typical desserts of the city.
Entrance to any monument or museum. We explain them all from the outside.
tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Plaça de Sant Feliu, next to "Cafeteria The River". Girona city.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Girona Cathedral (Pass by)

    You will see the building from the outside, we do not go inside and your guide will explain its architecture, its history and what is inside. This way they will have all the information and they will be able to decide if they want to visit it at another time on their own.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    The guide will explain what they have to do if they want to return to Girona! This statue represents one of our most popular legends!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Arab Baths (Pass by)

    The guide will explain the history, its architecture and its curiosities. Why are they called Arab Baths if they are not Arab? Discover this mystery...

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    They will visit the Jewish Quarter of Girona, one of the best preserved from the Middle Ages in Europe. Discover its beautiful corners and alleys. We did not enter the Jewish Museum, but this place deserves a deep explanation since it was one of the 3 Synagogues that Girona had in the Middle Ages.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Passeig de la Muralla

    Fully walled city in the middle ages. Today we have a kilometer of them left. We will see the different periods of its construction and we will climb one of its towers to see the city from its roofs.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will walk along this magnificent boulevard next to the Onyar River and its Bridges.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Eiffel Bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles)

    Designed by Gustave Eiffel, it is one of the treasures that will surprise you in Girona city.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    One of the busiest squares in the Old Quarter of Girona. Famous for its arcades where you can find terraces of very lively bars and restaurants!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    El Foment Tavern, where you will taste a selection of the best local products from this area. They will be able to try our cheeses, sausages and other seasonal products. You can also try our typical desserts such as "el Xuixo". All accompanied by Designation of Origin Empordà wine. Our best wines or beer or water if you prefer.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Girona Experience Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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