Old Town and Gothic Quarter: Guided Walking Tour in Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain

Stroll through historic Barcelona on this 2-hour guided walking tour of the Old Town and Gothic Quarter. Trace the footsteps of the city's Roman and medieval past. Admire some of the city's most emblematic monuments and buildings, including Plaça del Rei and Santa Maria del Mar, as well as its smaller hidden treasures and evocative side streets.

Meet your guide in the center of Barcelona at 9am and get ready for your 2-hour walking tour of the Old Town and Gothic Quarter.

Follow your guide along the ancient streets and discover the origins of Roman Barcelona, dating back more than 2,000 years. Imagine the Roman Forum in the current Plaça de Sant Jaume, which, even today, remains the political power of Catalonia. Walk along one of the world's best-preserved Roman walls and imagine how even at that time thalasso-therapy baths were taken at the Roman Baths of Pati Llimona in the eastern part of the wall.

Admire the architecture and monumental buildings of the Gothic Quarter, including the 14th-century Plaça del Rei. Learn about the city's Christian side at the Barcelona Cathedral and Santa Maria del Mar, an outstanding example of Catalan Gothic architecture. Soak up the energy of the surrounding neighborhood, filled with bars, restaurants, and small boutiques.

Walk along the lively Ramblas and see street performers before continuing on to the famed Boqueria market for a glimpse at the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people.

Conclude your tour back at the original departure point, two hours after you set out.

Please note: A minimum of two people per booking is required.

USD $18.00

Traveler Reviews

Review by:   Frank N,    October 2017
We had a fantastic tour guide who was interesting, knowledgeable and very personable. This area of Barcelona is not to be missed!

Review by:   Christopher K,    September 2017
The tour was awesome! We got to see all of the historic parts of Barcelona and the tour guide was very knowledgeable.

Review by:   Arran G,    August 2017
Really enjoyed the walking tour. Very informative._br/_ Could have done with a break in the middle as there is a fair amount of walking.

Review by:   John d,    June 2017
Tour was amazing, Olga was very informative and covered more than just Gothic Quarter.Directions to meeting place was accurate.

Review by:   lynda b,    January 2017
Our guide was Karles who was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and funny. We were part of a small group, Karles explained things in a way that were understood by everybody especially when the history of Barcelona was told._br/_ Very Interesting tour. Reccommended.

Review by:   sherriadavies,    October 2016
Goran was an excellent guide, he spoke English very well and was easy to understand. Really informative and enjoyable tour in a beautiful part of the city. Would highly recommend

Review by:   Corinne T,    October 2016
Markus our guide was was just the best. He is incredibly knowledgeable and patient with showing us all the best places. We would recommend him to all tours. Thank you Markus.

Review by:   Russ O,    June 2016
We found this tour enjoyable and informative. Our guide gave us a lot of information and added his own private political views of the political atmosphere in Barcelona which made you feel like you were really getting a personal experience. We were the only people on the tour so it was easy to hear and keep up. Our guide was polite but not overly friendly and gave us the distinct feeling there was somewhere he had to be immediately after the tour.

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