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Barcelona Old Town Private Tour: Past and Present

Barcelona, Spain
  • 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

From its foundation as a Roman city to its transformation during the Spanish Succession War, Barcelona has been shaped by centuries of history. Explore the city's old town on this private guided tour, walking through La Rambla, El Born, and the Gothic Quarter as you learn how Barcelona became such a metropolitan cultural hub.
  • Barcelona old town history walking tour
  • A chance to see some of the city’s most popular landmarks and monuments
  • Customize the tour to your tastes, with different routes to suit you
  • Private tour: Ask your guide as many questions as you like as you explore

What's Included

  • Snacks
    At La Boqueria market, you'll have a fresh fruit juice and some iberic ham and cheese.
  • Bottled water
    Always good to have some water on tour... 1 bottle per person.
  • Inside of Santa Maria del Mar Cathedral after 6pm and Sundays before 1h30pm and after 5pm
  • Inside of Gothic Cathedral Patio - 8.30am-12.30pm, Sundays to 1.45pm, or after 6pm. 5pm on weekends
  • Inside of El Born Cultural Center
  • Entrance to Santa Maria del Mar - 5€/person except after 6pm, & Sundays before 1.30pm and after 5pm.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Arc de Triomf
    Passeig de Lluís Companys, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

    Find me under the Arc de Triomf to start our journey together !

End points

This activity ends in a different location. See details below:

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 09/26/2023 - 05/13/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Itinerary

1

Arco di Trionfo

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Parc de la Ciutadella

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

El Born Centre De Cultura I Memoria

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

5

Placa de Sant Jaume

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

6

Barcelona Cathedral

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

La Rambla

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

8

Mercat de la Boqueria

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

9

Placa Catalunya

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

10

Casa Batllo

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

11

Casa Mila - La Pedrera

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

12

Plaça Reial

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

13

Columbus Monument

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

14

Escultura al Moll de la Fusta

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

15

La Barceloneta

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Animal-friendly: bring your best four-paw friend with you!
  • Disclaimer: We will not enter the attractions (Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, Casa Batllo, Casa Mila, and the Gothic Cathedral)
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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based on 3 reviews
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From $89.81

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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