Barcelona Gothic Quarter Small-Group Walking Tour to Discover Deepest Secrets with Sangria
by Volarte Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€138Overview
This small-group walking tour of about three hours explores the deepest secrets of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. The tour begins at Plaza de Catalunya with an introduction, then continues along Las Ramblas, known as the city’s most emblematic street. The route includes Carrer Petritxol, known as the sweetest street in Barcelona, and the Gothic church Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi. Participants visit the Barcelona Cathedral and the Archivo Historico de la Ciudad de Barcelona, which houses the Archive of the Crown of Aragón. The tour proceeds to Plaza Sant Jaume, the government square, and Plaza Sant Felip Neri, notable for its connection to the Spanish Civil War. Other stops include the Pailebot Santa Eulalia, related to the tortures of Barcelona’s patron saint, and the Royal Artistic Circle of Barcelona, which features Gaudí’s first work of art. The group also visits the Escuela de Artes Aplicadas y Oficios Artisticos, the prestigious art school attended by Picasso, Miró, and Dalí, as well as Plaza George Orwell, linked to Orwell and the Spanish Civil War. The Jewish quarter and its synagogue, the Roman walls, and ancient Roman ruins are part of the itinerary. The tour includes a visit to Barceloneta and the port area, offering views of Barcelona and the beach. After the walk, the group enjoys a complimentary glass of traditional sangria while the guide shares local tips on food, drinks, and notable places. The tour is led by a professional guide and covers historical and cultural details often omitted by typical tours.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Gothic Quarter
The main part of the tour walks through the Gothic Quarter uncovering lesser-known stories and sites. Highlights include Barcelona Cathedral, Plaza Catalunya, Boqueria Market, Barceloneta and the port area, Roman walls, Saint Felipi Neri square linked to the Civil War, the Jewish quarter and synagogue, the art school where Picasso, Miró, and Dalí studied, Plaza George Orwell, ancient Roman ruins, Plaza Sant Jaume government square, Santa Maria del Pi church, Las Ramblas, and the Royal Artistic Circle. After the walk, participants share a traditional sangria.
60 min
Plaza de Catalunya
Meeting point for the tour and introduction to Barcelona.
15 min
Las Ramblas
Walk along Barcelona’s most famous street, known for its lively atmosphere.
15 min
Carrer Petritxol
A short stop at this street known for its sweets and traditional shops.
10 min
Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi
Visit the Gothic church Santa Maria del Pi, a notable religious landmark.
5 min
Catedral de Barcelona
See the exterior and surroundings of Barcelona’s Gothic cathedral.
5 min
Archivo Historico de la Ciudad de Barcelona
View the archive related to the Crown of Aragón.
5 min
Placa de Sant Jaume
Stop at the government square, a central administrative area.
5 min
Placa Sant Felip Neri
Visit this square associated with events from the Spanish Civil War.
8 min
Pailebot Santa Eulalia
See the site connected to the tortures of Barcelona’s patron saint.
4 min
Royal Artistic Circle of Barcelona
View Gaudí’s first work of art at this cultural institution.
5 min
Escuela de Artes Aplicadas y Oficios Artisticos
Stop at the art school attended by Picasso and other artists.
5 min
Placa George Orwell
Square linked to George Orwell and the Spanish Civil War.
5 min
Barceloneta
Visit the Barceloneta neighborhood and nearby beach area.
5 min
Meeting point
We will meet in front of the entrance of Zurich Cafe in Plaza Catalonia.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Barcelona Gothic Quarter Small-Group Walking Tour to Discover Deepest Secrets with Sangria
by Volarte Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€138Overview
This small-group walking tour of about three hours explores the deepest secrets of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. The tour begins at Plaza de Catalunya with an introduction, then continues along Las Ramblas, known as the city’s most emblematic street. The route includes Carrer Petritxol, known as the sweetest street in Barcelona, and the Gothic church Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi. Participants visit the Barcelona Cathedral and the Archivo Historico de la Ciudad de Barcelona, which houses the Archive of the Crown of Aragón. The tour proceeds to Plaza Sant Jaume, the government square, and Plaza Sant Felip Neri, notable for its connection to the Spanish Civil War. Other stops include the Pailebot Santa Eulalia, related to the tortures of Barcelona’s patron saint, and the Royal Artistic Circle of Barcelona, which features Gaudí’s first work of art. The group also visits the Escuela de Artes Aplicadas y Oficios Artisticos, the prestigious art school attended by Picasso, Miró, and Dalí, as well as Plaza George Orwell, linked to Orwell and the Spanish Civil War. The Jewish quarter and its synagogue, the Roman walls, and ancient Roman ruins are part of the itinerary. The tour includes a visit to Barceloneta and the port area, offering views of Barcelona and the beach. After the walk, the group enjoys a complimentary glass of traditional sangria while the guide shares local tips on food, drinks, and notable places. The tour is led by a professional guide and covers historical and cultural details often omitted by typical tours.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Gothic Quarter
The main part of the tour walks through the Gothic Quarter uncovering lesser-known stories and sites. Highlights include Barcelona Cathedral, Plaza Catalunya, Boqueria Market, Barceloneta and the port area, Roman walls, Saint Felipi Neri square linked to the Civil War, the Jewish quarter and synagogue, the art school where Picasso, Miró, and Dalí studied, Plaza George Orwell, ancient Roman ruins, Plaza Sant Jaume government square, Santa Maria del Pi church, Las Ramblas, and the Royal Artistic Circle. After the walk, participants share a traditional sangria.
60 min
Plaza de Catalunya
Meeting point for the tour and introduction to Barcelona.
15 min
Las Ramblas
Walk along Barcelona’s most famous street, known for its lively atmosphere.
15 min
Carrer Petritxol
A short stop at this street known for its sweets and traditional shops.
10 min
Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi
Visit the Gothic church Santa Maria del Pi, a notable religious landmark.
5 min
Catedral de Barcelona
See the exterior and surroundings of Barcelona’s Gothic cathedral.
5 min
Archivo Historico de la Ciudad de Barcelona
View the archive related to the Crown of Aragón.
5 min
Placa de Sant Jaume
Stop at the government square, a central administrative area.
5 min
Placa Sant Felip Neri
Visit this square associated with events from the Spanish Civil War.
8 min
Pailebot Santa Eulalia
See the site connected to the tortures of Barcelona’s patron saint.
4 min
Royal Artistic Circle of Barcelona
View Gaudí’s first work of art at this cultural institution.
5 min
Escuela de Artes Aplicadas y Oficios Artisticos
Stop at the art school attended by Picasso and other artists.
5 min
Placa George Orwell
Square linked to George Orwell and the Spanish Civil War.
5 min
Barceloneta
Visit the Barceloneta neighborhood and nearby beach area.
5 min
Meeting point
We will meet in front of the entrance of Zurich Cafe in Plaza Catalonia.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.