Barcelona Dark History Night Walking Tour With Drinks
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Barcelona, Spain
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
It’s hard to get to know a new city at night. Discover Barcelona’s historic underbelly and its thrilling night scene on this guided adventure that pairs the city’s dark side with its nightlife. Explore in a small group or upgrade to the private tour. On both, your guide will lead you through the former red light district, a hidden graveyard, and more, with stops at trendy bars for local drinks.
- Get a fresh perspective on Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and El Born
- Keep the party spirit flowing with sangria, vermouth, and a cocktail
- Fun-loving guide reveals a side of the city you won’t find in the guidebooks
- Upgrade to the private tour for an even more personal experience
What's Included
- Traditional drinks like sangria, a cocktail and vermouth
- A local, fun-loving guide
- Guided walking tour of El Born and The Gothic Quarter
- Organised entry into trendy bars
- Non-alcoholic beverages available for sober travellers!
- Additional drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Plaça de Santa Maria, 1, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Our host will be waiting at Basílica de Santa Maria del Mar, in front of the Caganer store, holding a black Tipsy Tour flag or sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early, as the tour departs on time. Late arrivals are not eligible for a refund.
End point
- Plaça ReialPl. Reial, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
We finish in a vibrant square with great local nightlife options.
Operating hours.8:00 pm
Itinerary
1
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
El Born
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
3
Gothic Quarter
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour is strictly for travellers who are 18+
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 159 reviews
Alexander_R, Mar 2026
This tour was a great way to spend a first night in Barcelona. Our tour guide Mariah gave some great insights on nightlife in the trendy areas. We also got to enjoy a variety of drinks!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Alexander! We’re glad you enjoyed your first night in Barcelona with Mariah and had fun exploring the nightlife and drinks! 🍹🌃
Jonathan_D, Oct 2025
The tour was not up to our expectations. This was not a Dark History Tour and agent was not prepared to really discuss dark history.
Kate_G, Oct 2025
This was a great way to start our stay in Barcelona! Mind you, if you book this tour on your first night, it helps a whole lot with jet lag, because of the amount of alcohol you will be drinking lol. The tour itself was fun, interactive, informative, & even though it rained at the time we went, our tour guide, Tami, made it worthwhile! She was extremely personable & down-to-earth. And the drinks were good/tasty! Definitely would recommend this tour to anyone trying to enjoy their night whilst trying to get some drinks in!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks for the fun review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the tour, the drinks, and Tami’s guidance—even in the rain. Hope your Barcelona adventures continued just as lively! 🍹🌙
Karen_Q, Jun 2025
Mariah was great. And everyone who attended were very friendly. It’s a great way to see the area and find folks to hang out with!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you, Karen! We're happy Mariah helped make the tour fun and social. We appreciate your kind words!
Stephen_C, May 2025
That if they go they must request Tomi she was absolutely amazing and had tons of stories and knowledge
Response from Host, May 2025
Thanks, Stephen! We're thrilled you had a great time with Tomi—she really brings the stories of Barcelona to life. Cheers to more unforgettable adventures!
ANIKET_M, Apr 2025
Lidia and Thami were awesome guides. Made sure we were comfortable and kept us entertained with fun stories throughout the tour. Absolutely recommend them.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you, Aniket, for your kind feedback. We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour with Lidia and Thami and had such a fun time!
Svein_C, Apr 2025
Despite calling me a liar and questioning my magician capabilities, Mariah was a brilliant guide. She certainly knew her stuff and was VERY funny.
Ask her about the belly dancing! And her Edinburgh show.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thanks, Svein! Sounds like you had a hilariously memorable night with Mariah—she definitely brings the energy and fun! We’re glad you enjoyed the mix of dark history, laughs, and a bit of magic (or debate over it 😄). Hope to see you again on another tour soon!
Jasfer_A, Jan 2025
Thami was a great guide, she made the tour very enjoyable especially with the historical anecdotes you don’t typically learn about. And of course, the drinks were good as well.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you, Jasfer, for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the drinks, conversations, and Thami's engaging anecdotes. Cheers to a memorable time in Barcelona! 🍹
Matthew_S, Jan 2025
Vanessa is a fantastic tour guide! The Tipsy Tour almost did not happen, and we ended up with only 2 guests plus the guide. Nonetheless, we had a fun time.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you, Matthew! We're glad you had a fun time with Vanessa despite the small group. We appreciate your positive feedback!
Carlos_A, Dec 2024
Tour is worth every penny. Vanesa was a cordial host. She was eager to explain the quirks of the city. And she remained amiable throughout the whole tour. I can’t recommend this tour enough. A++++
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your fantastic review, Carlos! We're thrilled you enjoyed the Tipsy Tour and Vanesa's exceptional hosting. Your high recommendation means a lot, and we hope to see you on another adventure soon!
Julie_S, Nov 2024
So much fun!!!!! Vanessa was AMAZING and her recommendations were always spot on. This was the highlight of our trip would recommend to anyone.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review! We’re overjoyed to hear that you had such a fun time and that Vanessa made the experience unforgettable with her spot-on recommendations. Knowing this was the highlight of your trip truly means the world to us. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime and are so grateful for your recommendation!
Vivian_M, Oct 2024
Took this tour with a group of friends and it was such a special part of our time in Barcelona. Our spectacular tour guide, Mariah, went out of her way to make sure we had fun during the tour by telling us funny stories, introducing us to cool bars, playing fun games, and giving us some great recommendations for local spots. 10/10 would recommend!
Response from Host, Oct 2024
We’re thrilled that you were satisfied with our services. Your feedback is appreciated, and we hope to be of help again soon!
Daniel_D, Oct 2024
Brothel explanation. Meeting interesting people. Super lovely.
Patron Saint of Medocrity was the most memorable.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Your 5-star review brightened our day! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour, and we look forward to exploring even more with you next time.
Ediane_D, Sep 2024
The tour was great, the vibe the entire now was fun and engaging! Vanessa took great care of us and brought fun-loving energy! Met some nice fellow travelers many of us ended up at a night club afterward! I highly recommend this tour
Response from Host, Sep 2024
We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. These are the stories that keep us so motivated to continue doing what we’re doing, and we’re so happy to hear that you had a great experience. Let us know if we can do anything else for you.
Nancy_M, Sep 2024
Fun night out with our fab guide Vanesa who with her bartending background not only took us to great hidden bars but always made sure we tried the best cocktails or shot on the menu.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thanks a lot for your kind words and for sharing your review with the rest of our community. We are glad you enjoyed your time with us. We hope to see you again soon!
Patrick_R, Sep 2024
Moriah was excellent. She took a balanced approach to history storytelling and drinking. I would highly recommend to anyone.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Hi Patrick! 🌟 We’re so glad you had a great time on the pub crawl with Moriah! Her blend of storytelling and fun really makes the experience special. Thanks for the recommendation!
Allison_W, Sep 2024
Vanessa was amazing! Tour included information on drinks and history and was a great experience with the other travelers
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you so much for your positive review. We’re glad we made your experience with us a great one and will be happy to help you again soon.
Ashley_S, Aug 2024
What a fun night! Petra was amazing, with a great knowledge of Spanish and Catalan culture and how the drinks we had were an important part of that culture. She's also alot of fun with a great attutude! Met some interesting travelers from all over, including sone surprisingly good singers. As a solo traveler, I appreciated the efforts to ensure I was having a great time. Salut! 👀
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for sharing, Ashley! We're delighted to hear that Petra made your night memorable with her cultural insights and fun spirit. Sounds like you had a blast! 🥂
Katie_S, Aug 2024
Super fun tour where you get to learn cool facts about Barcelona. Lindsay our tour guide was awesome. All of the bars we went to had cute vibes and my favorite was the karaoke bar.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Glad to hear you had such a fun time exploring Barcelona with us! Sounds like you hit some awesome spots, and we're thrilled Lindsay made the experience even better. Hope to see you on another adventure soon!
Aaron_S, Aug 2024
Such a great night! Really fun way to get to know some nice spots for drinks and also some history of Barçelona at the same time. Our guide, Vanesa, was super friendly and knowledgeable about the area. She kept everyone engaged and the night running smoothly. I was traveling solo, and it was a great way to meet new people from around the world. Everyone was really nice, and the Tipsy Tour definitely lived up to its name. Would definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for the fantastic feedback, Aaron! We're so glad you enjoyed the Tipsy Tour in Barcelona with Vanesa. It’s great to hear you had a fun night exploring new spots and making connections. Cheers to unforgettable nights and new friendships! 🍹🌟
Alicia_C, Aug 2024
Ivanna was the best host she took us to the cutest bars and had full knowledge of the area! we had gotten lost before the meeting point and she found a way to reach us and we were able to participate in the tour thank you Ivanna!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for the feedback, Alicia! We're thrilled Ivanna made your Tipsy Tour so enjoyable and managed to find you even when you got lost. Cheers to great bars and fantastic hosts! 🥂
Micheal_M, Aug 2024
Vanesa is the best tour guide! I would recommend this tour to all friends visiting Barcelona! Thank you!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for the great review, Micheal! Vanesa is thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic time on the Tipsy Tour. We hope to see you and your friends in Barcelona again soon! 🍹😊
Matthew_L, Aug 2024
Had an amazing experience on this tour. We were a little timid before going and Valida, who was amazing, quickly broke the ice and the experience felt more like going out to drink with friends rather than strangers very quickly. They did a great job of explaining the drinks we were having, their significance, and the history of the area. Plus, having the 4 drinks included in the price of the ticket was great. Overall, I highly recommend this tour if you're looking to get a great experience in Barcelona's night life.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We're glad you had a great time on the tour. Thanks for the positive feedback!
Nikki_S, Aug 2024
The tour was great for solo travellers, especially with our guide Vanesa - she involved everyone in group games and taught us about the history of Barcelona at the same time ☺️ and got us into special bars!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We appreciate your positive feedback. It was a pleasure serving you on the tour.
Shawly_K, Aug 2024
We had a great time in Barcelona, Vanessa was lovely 🫶🏼 i would recommend to anyone going to visit!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Your positive experience is our motivation. Thanks for the fantastic review!
Eva_M, Aug 2024
Ivana is absolutely incredible, everyone had the best time and she made sure to host an incredible night. Can’t recommend this tour more highly.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Hi Eva, thanks for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled Ivana made your night unforgettable. We appreciate the high recommendation and hope to see you again soon!
Sara_B, Aug 2024
It was great! The drinks taste good. The karaoke bar was definitely the best. We enjoyed the guide so much (Ivana), she‘s the best.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Hi Sara, thank you for the amazing review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the drinks and karaoke, and we’re glad Ivana made the tour special. Hope to see you again soon! 🎤
Tara_H, Jul 2024
This was the very best experience—it had EVERYTHING, from historical facts to the red-light district and the best drinks and bar experience. It's a MUST EXPERIENCE. Our tour guide, Lindsay, was fabulous.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you for the glowing review! We're thrilled you had such an amazing experience with Lindsay on the bar crawl. Your enthusiasm means a lot to us!
Leeza_E, Jul 2024
Vanesa showed our group an amazing time. We highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience the drinking culture in Barcelona.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you, Leeza! We're glad you enjoyed the Barcelona nightlife with Vanesa. Cheers to a great experience!
Kyle_S, Jul 2024
Very fun, Lindsay great host, we ended up setting mood for an entire bar. Karaoke was a lot of fun to do
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thanks, Kyle! We're glad you had fun with Lindsay and enjoyed the karaoke. Appreciate your feedback!
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