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Gothic Quarter Insights & Tapas Experience

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Barcelona, Spain
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Step back in time and uncover the secrets of ancient Barcino, the medieval heart of Barcelona.

The Gothic Quarter is a maze of narrow, winding alleyways, charming squares, and hidden parks, where centuries-old buildings stand side by side with modern architecture. It’s captivating, mysterious, and easy to get lost in. But on this 2.5-hour guided walking tour, even the most directionally challenged traveler will navigate the neighborhood with ease.

Discover the rich history of the area, visit key landmarks, and end your journey with delicious traditional pintxos—small, flavorful snacks—at a trendy local restaurant.

What's Included

  • One pintxo
  • One drink
  • Professional guide (English/Spanish and French)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
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Avinguda de la Catedral
7, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

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Plaça Nova

In the Plaça Nova, in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, almost touching the wall of the former Roman city, seven giant letters contrast with their historic backdrop. They are part of the alphabet created by Joan Brossa to spell out the word Barcino, the principal name of the Colonia Iulia Augusta Faventia Paterna Barcino, which was the origin of present-day Barcelona. The letters, six of them made of bronze and one of aluminium, are bolted to the ground and make up a fun and original display, very much in keeping with this Barcelona-born artist's visual poems
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Barcelona Cathedral

The building now known as the Palace of the Bishop is the first building of the new episcopal Barcelona that rises walled city of Barcelona, using the utensils inside the Roman walls.The New Square, opened in front of the Porta Praetoria of Roman wall, known as the Portal del Bisbe. It was created in 1355 when the water was channeled to Collserola Sant Jaume Square demolishing buildings facing the Portal del Bisbe, then we gave the name of New Square.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Casa de l'Ardiaca

The Casa de l'Ardiaca, the residence of the ecclesiastical hierarchy from the 12th century onwards, has undergone many alterations over the years, such as the ones carried out in the early 16th century which connected the building with the dean's residence. This was also the period when the porticoed central courtyard was built and the Renaissance-style decorations, which tie in with the flamboyant Gothic style of the original building, completed. A staircase leads to the upper terrace, a balcony in the purest Romeo and Juliet style.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Placa Sant Felip Neri

The narrow, labyrinthine streets of the Gothic Quarter come out into this unexpected spot. A tiny square with a charming little fountain in the middle and overlooked by the baroque church of Sant Felip Neri. On one side, you can see the buildings that once housed the city's shoemakers' and coppersmiths' guilds, which moved here from their premises on Carrer de la Bòria and Carrer de la Corribia, respectively.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaza del Pi

A Gothic basilica and the two picturesque squares that surround it form one of the most enchanting corners of the Gothic Quarter. The old cemeteries that surrounded the 14th-century church are now small squares where painters and artisans exhibit their works.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Placa del Rei

The Conjunt Monumental de la Plaça del Rei in Barcelona is, arguably, the Gothic architectural ensemble which best exemplifies the city's medieval past. The royal palace, the Palau Reial Major, and its surrounding buildings, enclose a harmonious and peaceful square which is still imbued with Barcelona's splendour during the Middle Ages.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

MUHBA Temple d'August

As you explore Barcelona's Gothic Quarter you'll come across one of the city's best-kept secrets in a building on Carrer Paradís. Inside a small medieval courtyard, the four columns from the Temple of Augustus have survived despite the passing of the centuries. They are more than 2,000 years old, like Barcelona itself.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar The Basilica Santa Maria del Mar is considered the real cathedral of the Old Town since it has been founded and constructed in Medieval times by the people of the neighborhood themselves. It is an emblem of Catalan Gothic art and a must-to-see spot of the Gothic Quarter.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Carrer de Montcada

The street called Carrer de Montcada is today the most important area of medieval civic architecture in the city.It starts with the Romanesque Marcus chapel (12th century) and finishes at Plaça del Born. It used to be all one single street until the 19th century when it was divided into two by the opening of Carrer Princesa in 1853.Its name derives from the important Montcada family from Barcelona who, it appears, received the land in the 12th century for the support lent to King Ramon Berenguer IV by Guillem Ramon de Montcada during the conquest of Majorca.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gothic Quarter Insights & Tapas Experience?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-5574GOTHIC

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What's Included

Activity name

  • One pintxo
  • One drink
  • Professional guide (English/Spanish and French)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please wear comfortable shoes
  • Infants do not have pintxo and drink included in the price
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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