Barcelona Local History, Culture, Top Sights & Architecture
On this walking tour you'll discover the unique culture, history and traditions of the city and the region. Walking through the most historic and beautiful parts of town, your guide will bring the city to life.
See the main sights while learning about the city and its culture, history and architecture!
First you'll explore the ancient streets and squares of the Gothic Quarter. Then you'll walk down "Passeig de Gracia", a famous avenue where all of Gaudi's best (Casa Batlló and Casa Milà) and Art Nouveau design is.
Your professional guide will show you all the must see sights and tell you history and culture of the city, region and country.
You'll get the perfect photo opportunities, recommendations and background information about all the different sights.
Guided tour for short stays in Barcelona, great tour for groups, families, work business trips, couples or schools.
This tour is the perfect activity in Barcelona for people who really want tor get to know local traditions!
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Group Tour English
What's included in Barcelona Local History, Culture, Top Sights & Architecture
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)
The first half of the tour we'll be exploring the hidden corner of the Gothic Quarter, oldest part of the City. Roman Ruins, Medieval Churches, Charming little streets, courtyards, squares and alleys.
Las Ramblas
See the most famous street in Barcelona with markets, bars and restaurants and hear about its history
Barcelona Cathedral
See Barcelona's spectacular Cathedral and hear it's hidden secret. Medieval Gothic Style Church at the heart of the old town.
Inclusions
- Experience a short ride on the safe and clean local subway between the 2 areas of town
- Meet and finish the tour in a central location
- With your local guide you won't miss a thing in the maze-like labyrinth of streets in the Old Town
- Live, Local, Expert Tour Guide
- Learn about local, regional culture and traditions
- Explore 2 distinct areas in 1 tour: the Gothic Old Town and the upscale "Gaudí Strip"
- No entry tickets into any building or church. Not required or included!
- Public Transport ticket for short metro ride during tour. Bring your own or get from your guide
- Gratuities
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour includes a short metro ride on the clean, safe and efficient Barcelona metro.
- Tour is typically run with a radio headset that allows your to hear the guide speak more clearly. To be rented through an external provider for 1€ pp at the start of the tour.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The tour starts on the sidewalk in front of the Foot Locker on "Plaça de Catalunya". Your guide will have a White Umbrella!