Private Walking Tour in the Old Town and Gothic Quarter

Introduction

Embark on an exciting adventure through the Old Town of Barcelona, discovering the city’s rich history along the way. In this exclusive VIP private tour, our expert local guide will take you around Roman Barcelona, a part of the city dating back 2,000 years. 

Then, off the beaten tourist path, you will explore Barcelona’s hidden secrets, not mentioned in your guidebooks.

Enjoy the wide variety of architectural styles and monumental buildings encountered along the way, many of them located in the Gothic Quarter, where you will feel as though transported back to the Middle Ages. 

Discover Barcelona with our expert guide and learn why it is so beloved by its visitors.


      2,5 hours
Highlights

Discover Barcelona's Gothic Quarter on a private walking tour


Explore thousands of years of Barcelona’s history, from the time of the Roman Empire to the Middle Ages, all the way through to the present day


Walk alongside one of the world's best-preserved sections of the Roman wall


Witness medieval architecture in Plaça del Rei and at the Barcelona Cathedral


Visit Plaça de Sant Jaume, the political centre of Catalonia

Key details

LANGUAGES

Available in English and Spanish

DURATION

Approximately 3 hours

MEETING POINT

Plaça Catalunya, 21

SCHEDULE

Daily

Full description

Discover ancient Roman Barcelona with our expert local guide in a exclusive VIP private tour. This part of the city is one of the oldest, dating back over 2,000 years.

Let your imagination run wild, as we recreate the Roman Forum in modern-day Plaça de Sant Jaume, which even now remains the seat of political power in Catalonia. This is also the main venue for the annual celebration of Patron Saint’s Day, with a popular local spectacle called Castellers (Human Towers).

Walk along one of the world's best preserved Roman walls and imagine the therapeutic spas once present at the Roman Baths of Pati Llimona.

Enjoy the unique architecture and impressive monumental buildings of the Gothic Quarter. Take in the emblematic Plaça del Rei, home to the Palace of the Viceroy and the beautiful Palau Reial Major. It was on the stairs of this palace that the explorer Christopher Columbus was greeted upon return from his first voyage to the Americas.

Observe the city’s most famous churches, the Barcelona Cathedral and Santa Maria del Mar, which is the ultimate expression of pure Catalan Gothic style. Santa Maria del Mar is well known for having been built very quickly, considering its monumental size. 

This is due to the participation of thousands of inhabitants from the Born district. The Born neighbourhood is full of wonderful surprises just waiting to be discovered. You are sure to enjoy its cheerful energy, trendy bars, exceptional restaurants and small boutiques.

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Included

  • Professional local guide
  • Old Town Walking tour, including the Gothic quarter and the Born District
  • Complete visit to Barcelona Old Town highlights
  • Private tour to ensure a personalized experience

Excluded

  • Tips (optional)
  • Food or beverages
  • Hotel pick-up or drop-off

Cancelation rules

Additional info

Nearest town

Nearest Airport

Reviews

Terrific tour guide
Olga was very knowledgeable and shared many interesting facts. There were so many interesting shops, galleries, festivals, churches, and museums as we walked through. The tour was delightful and totally worth it!
Adam Meza
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