Walk Through the Centuries: streets, secrets, and legends of Barcelona

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Discover Barcelona from a new side: from Roman columns to medieval streets, where the past comes alive.

 

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Type: Walking tour
Duration: 3-4 hours
Group size: Up to 5 people
Language: Russian, German, English

 

 

Tour Details

We will immerse ourselves in medieval Barcelona of the 13th–15th centuries. Our route begins at the Roman Necropolis, where we will learn the intriguing legend of how it was discovered by a simple worker. Then we will wander through the labyrinth of the old town and discover which street first introduced chocolate to Barcelona and why a French general disliked its smell. We will admire the impressive 10-metre rose window of the 14th-century Catalan Gothic church, Santa Maria del Pi.

We will explore the rules of traffic in the medieval city, discuss the craft guilds, and see their original symbols still preserved on the walls of the old town. We will walk through the places where the protagonist of the book and film Perfume once roamed, learn where Gaudí went every day for work, and talk about the meeting between Gaudí and the industrialist Güell, which years later completely transformed the appearance of Barcelona.

We will discuss the Inquisition, find out where executions took place and where the executioner lived. We will enter the Jewish Quarter to learn about the legacy of the community and the language they spoke after their expulsion. We will visit Plaça Reial and see the oldest herbal shop, whose clients once included the royal family. We will also speak about the French occupation and how the Catalans fought for their freedom.

We will see the most beautiful Neo-Gothic balcony, hear the legends connected with it and make a wish. We will discover where the Roman forum of Barcino — Roman Barcelona — once stood and, if we are lucky, step inside the house where the ancient columns of the Temple of Augustus are hidden.

We will enter the oldest confectionery in the city, where rare traditional Catalan desserts are still baked. We will see the Gothic Cathedral and learn about the secrets it holds. We will find the spot where Barcelona’s oldest palm tree grows and talk about the Catalan footwear that appeared 700 years ago, remains popular today, and caused a sensation on the runways in the 1970s thanks to Yves Saint Laurent.

At the end of the route, we will see the city’s oldest functioning fountain and finish our walk at the most bohemian restaurant, where the great Picasso held his first exhibition.

 

 

Important information:

• Wear comfortable shoes – this is a walking tour.

• Bring a camera or phone – stunning views await.

• On sunny days, sunscreen and a hat are recommended.

• Bring enough water to stay hydrated during the tour

 

 

What’s Included

  • Tour guide
  • Walking Tour

What’s Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees to attractions
  • Transportation to the meeting point

 

 

Catalan modernism journey

Step into Barcelona’s past: Roman ruins, medieval streets, and hidden secrets.

200 € For group up to 5 people
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