Private Tour Spanish Civil War & Franco's Dictatorship
Overview
Join us in a walk through the streets and neighborhoods where Fascist, Anarchists and the democratic Spanish Republic fought for their lives and died for their ideals on this 2.5h Spanish Civil War walking tour in Barcelona.
Discover what caused this often overlooked conflict and how it lead to a 36 year fascist dictatorship.
What caused the Spanish Civil War to start? Who were the fighting factions? How did Franco win?
As an Anarchist stronghold, Barcelona was unique in its fight against the Fascist forces of Hitler, Franco and Mussolini.
Barcelona history war tour for groups, students, school trips.
What was the role of anarchists in Barcelona? What was life under a Fascist Dictatorship like? How could Franco remain in power for so long?
By the end of this walking tour of the Spanish Civil War in Barcelona you'll understand why the city was known as one of the the most explosive cities in Europe.
What's Included
- Expert Tour Guide
- Lunch No food or drink included in the tour
- Tips/Gratuities -- Guides gladly accept tips
Meeting Location
Plaça de Catalunya
20, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Plaça Nova
Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
Close to the Cathedral
What To Expect
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Placa Catalunya
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
La Rambla
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Plaza de Vicenc Martorell
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Antic Hospital De La Santa Creu
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Placa Sant Felip Neri
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- 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).
- Expert Tour Guide.
- Lunch. No food or drink included in the tour.
- Tips/Gratuities -- Guides gladly accept tips.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 16..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour Spanish Civil War & Franco's Dictatorship is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour Spanish Civil War & Franco’s Dictatorship will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Expert Tour Guide
- LunchNo food or drink included in the tour
- Tips/Gratuities -- Guides gladly accept tips
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
