Private Barcelona Old Town and Gothic Quarter Walking Tour

At a glance

Private Barcelona Old Town and Gothic Quarter Walking Tour is a 2h 30m private experience in Barcelona, Spain, operated by In Out Barcelona Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 196 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $91.62 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional local guide, Old Town Walking tour, including the Gothic quarter and the Born District, Complete visit to Barcelona Old Town highlights.

Quick facts

Duration

2h 30m

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 30m

   In this tour, your guide will take you to Ciutat Vella, the ancient part of the city. Here is where the history of Barcelona began. While strolling through the ancient nave of alleys, get the chance to discover the origins of Roman Barcelona. Get prepared to be enchanted by the antique atmosphere from this amazing part of the city and get the feeling of beeing brought back to the Middle Ages.

2. Stop 2 · 30m

   The enchanting neighbourhood known as the Gothic Quarter used to be the Roman village, counts various relics of its past. The district is a mixture of ancient buildings and constructions of the 90s. This blend creates a sparkling ambience that brings people from whole around the world to visit this well known part of the city.
   
   The neighborhood holds beautiful surprises because of its joyful energy, full of trendy bars, restaurants and small boutiques; where you’ll enjoy the essence of Barcelona.

3. Stop 3

   Walking along the famous Ramblas, discover why Barcelona is so beloved by visitors. A fizzy pedestrian street where you'll enjoy the street performers, small cafes, traditional Catalan cuisine shops until you see the famous Boqueria market, where you can feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through his colorful and exuberant posts, or learn where the worldwide famous Iberian cured ham comes from.

4. Stop 4

   You will also pass in front of La Boqueria. La Boqueria is an open market and a benchmark of Barcelona. On this market, you can feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through his colorful and exuberant posts, or learn where the worldwide famous Iberian cured ham comes from.

5. Stop 5

   You will have the chance to pass by and admire the Barcelona Cathedral, known for its gargoyle sculptures at the top of the towers. The cathedral is devoted to a young virgin Saint name Eulalia and is seat of the archbishopric of the city.

6. Stop 6

   Basilica Santa Maria del Mar, raised to the sweat of the citizens, is an emblem of the Catalan Gothic art and absolutely needs to be seen while you stroll through the Gothic Quarter.

7. Stop 7

   This square, also located in the Gothic City is one of the main, oldest and most representative squares. Even today, after 20 centuries it remains the political power of the Catalan culture.

8. Stop 8

   Fournished with a fountain, elegant lampposts and big palm trees, the Plaza Real is a very sparkling and graceful square of the Gothic Quarter. The square genders a warm atmosphere, due to the yellow walls of the buildings that surround the square.

9. Stop 9

   Plaça del Rei in Barcelona is doubtless the Gothic nook that best illustrates the medieval spirit of the city. The Royal Palace and its surrounding buildings enclose a harmonious and quiet place where it seems that the glorious past of Barcelona of the Middle Ages still breathes.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. First child free of charge, second or more children 50% off (based on price of 2 adults)
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Other languages available upon request

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions