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Barcelona Highlights Walking Tour

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

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Overview

Skip the generic walking tours and instead head out on a private journey exploring Catalonia's history and culture—hearing both sides of the national Catalonian dilemma. Led by your local guide, you’ll explore concepts of Catalan independence and Spanish unity, hear stories of dictators and annexation, and stroll the streets where the centuries-old debate takes place to this day.
  • Hear tales of Catalonia from a local guide, offering both sides of the political story
  • Witness El Born Centre de Cultura i Memoria, Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, and more
  • Hassle-free pickup from hotels in Barcelona
  • Limited to just your group, you'll get a more meaningful Catalonia experience

What's Included

  • Guide

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    If the hotel or lodging is in the city region of Barcelona, we will co-ordinate to meet there.

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    Meeting point

    • El Born Center for Culture and Memory
      Plaça Comercial, 12, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

      I´ll be right at the door underneath the HUGE Catalan (red and yellow) flag on a wooden pole, can't miss it!

    End point

    • Plaça de Catalunya, L'Eixample, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

      We finish near the hub of the old and new city, where travellers using public transport are served by the L1, L3 and L4 metro lines, 5 minutes away from a registered taxi rank, while also within reach of various bars and cafes for post-tour refreshments.

    Itinerary

    1

    El Born Centre De Cultura I Memoria

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    El Fossar de les Moreres

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Estacio de Franca

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Parc de la Ciutadella

    40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Arc de Triomf

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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 6 reviews
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    A great introduction to Barcelona

    Julie_D, Jan 2025
    A very nice, personalized and informative tour. Brian did a great job introducing us to the city and the Catalan culture.

    Response from Host, Jan 2025

    Hi Julie, Many thanks for this acknowledgment. It was a pleasure spending the morning with you and your family. Have a nice onward trip!

    Unique, Bold, Thoughtful

    Jonathan_P, Dec 2023
    An excellent tour if you wish sincerely to understand not only the city's history, but the people who live therein.

    Catalonia History

    Carrie_B, May 2022
    Thank you Brian for your informative tour. The long and complicated history of Catalonia is fascinating.

    Response from Host, May 2022

    My pleasure guys thanks for great engagement and chat along the way and safe onward travels!

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

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