Barcelona's Dark Past Night Walking Tour
At a glance
Barcelona's Dark Past Night Walking Tour is a 2h 2m small-group experience in Barcelona, Spain, operated by Runner Bean Tours. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 194 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $24.05 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional local guide, Radioguides for communication between the guide and the participants, Use of projector for images.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 194 travellers
- Small group of up to 17 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 2m
- Group
- Small group, up to 17 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Enjoy a 2- hour night stroll around medieval Barcelona learning about the darker side of the city's history. This is a fun and fascinating walking tour to discover the story of the Spanish Inquisition, methods of execution in Barcelona and some of the legends that surround the neighborhood of El Born. A must to explore this part of the city while learning about its darker secrets.
What's included
What's included
- Professional local guide
- Radioguides for communication between the guide and the participants
- Use of projector for images
- Small-group walking tour
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2m
Meeting point
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Stop 2 · 2h
The tour starts around twilight so the starting time varies during the year, earlier in the winter (7pm) and later in the summer (9pm). Although some of Barcelona's legends might be included, please note that this is not a Ghost Tour but an historical walk focused on the more gruesome part of the city's past.
These are the themes you will explore during the walking tour:
• Methods of the Spanish Inquisition
• Medieval punishments in Barcelona
• Types of execution in the city
• Development of cemeteries
• Public executions in Barcelona
• Acts of Faith of the Inquisition
• Barcelona's dark legends
The walk starts from Arc de Triomf and it ends at El Born CC, next to a safe area with plenty of restaurants, metro stations and taxi stops. Please ask your guide for directions and recommendations, if needed.
For quality purposes and extra interaction with the guide, the number of participants is limited to 15 per group so it is strongly recommended to book early.
Because of the content, this tour is not recommended for children younger than 14.
Meeting point
The guide will be under the monumental arch wearing a bright green vest with the company's logo.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The number of participants per group is limited
- The tour is not cancelled due to weather conditions so please bring an umbrella if it rains
- Not recommended for children younger than 14
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Barcelona's Dark Past Night Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h 2m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $24.05 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Professional local guide; Radioguides for communication between the guide and the participants; Use of projector for images; Small-group walking tour.
Where does it start?
The guide will be under the monumental arch wearing a bright green vest with the company's logo.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 194 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Barcelona.
