Free Tour of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter
Barcelona, from its origins
Our free tour starts at Plaça Catalunya, the ideal starting point to discover Barcelona’s history and essence. From there, we’ll explore both its most iconic places and its hidden corners.
We’ll walk through the Gothic Quarter, the Roman walls and El Born, visiting historic spaces like Plaça del Rei, El Call, Plaça Sant Jaume or Sant Felip Neri.
Throughout the tour, we’ll tell you stories, legends and curiosities that will help you understand the city from within. From the Cathedral to Santa Maria del Mar, every stop has something special!
Our local guides will make sure you experience something close, authentic and unforgettable. The idea is that, by the end, you’ll have not only seen Barcelona… but felt it a little more your own.
- 🔥Book as soon as possible! This tour is very popular and we have limited spots. Saturdays and Sundays usually fill up days in advance.
- 🌂Look for the PINK umbrella at the meeting point. It’s our trademark since 2015 and impossible to miss in the crowd.
Meeting point
We meet at Plaça Catalunya, outside the Urban Outfitters store. It’s the starting point of the tour where the magic begins.
In this tour we will visit
A complete route through the most iconic spots of medieval and modern Barcelona:
- Gothic Quarter
- Plaça del Rei
- Plaça Catalunya
- El Born Quarter
- Roman Walls
- Jewish Quarter (El Call)
- Plaça Sant Jaume
- Fossar de les Moreres
- Barcelona Cathedral
- Palau de la Generalitat
- Plaça Sant Felip Neri
- Barcelona City Hall
- Santa Maria del Mar
- And much more!
Who is this tour for?
This tour is for you whether you’re visiting Barcelona for the first time and want to understand the city from its origins, or you’ve been here several times and want to rediscover it from another perspective.
It’s the perfect starting point if you’ve just arrived, and also a great option if you’re a local and want to learn more about the history and corners of your own city.
If you love strolling through charming streets and understanding what’s behind each place, this tour will connect you with the heart of Barcelona in a fun and different way.
Our freelance guides work exclusively based on attendee tips. This way we ensure our guides will do everything possible to give you the best experience. At the end of the tour, you decide the value of the tour.
The tour uses audio guides — rental is €1.5 per person so you can hear everything clearly and comfortably.
Groups welcome! If you are a group of more than 6 people who want to do the tour together, you must pay a minimum of €15 per person before starting the tour. You can also book a private tour which guarantees a custom experience for groups.
Ready to experience Barcelona?
Free booking, no card required. Pay at the end only if you love it.