Barcelona Gothic Quarter Walking Tour: Explore Old Town's Rich History and Majestic Architecture

Embark on a captivating walking tour of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, immersing yourself in the city’s rich history and awe-inspiring architecture. Discover the origins of Roman Barcelona, marvel at the medieval charm of the Gothic Quarter, and stroll along the iconic Ramblas. Uncover the secrets of this beloved city!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ciutat Vella - This tour will guide visitors through Ciutat Vella, the historic heart of the city where Barcelona’s story began. As you wander through the ancient maze of alleys, you’ll uncover the roots of Roman Barcelona. Prepare to be captivated by the timeless atmosphere of this remarkable area, evoking a sense of stepping back into the Middle…
What's Included
  • Professional local guide
  • Old Town walking tour including Gothic quarter and Born District
  • Visit all main highlights of Barcelona’s Old Town
  • Private walking tour experience
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pick-up or drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join an intriguing private walking tour through Barcelona’s historic center, where the rich history of the city comes to life! Travel back over 2,000 years as you delve into the origins of Roman Barcelona, uncovering ancient ruins and hidden gems from its early days.
Stroll through the charming Gothic Quarter, where the medieval architecture and…

Location
Carrer de Fontanella, 2
Carrer de Fontanella
In front of the Movistar Centre. Look for your guide, wearing the 'In Out Barcelona Tours' badge.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Kc
Aug 25, 2025
Love Barcelona Love Stephanie - Stepahnie was amazing, she was like a favorite old friend you have not seen! She made us feel welcome to her city, very warm and approachable! She patterned the tour based on what we feel like doing and seeing as we went along. I would definitely recomment this tour and request for Stephanie!
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Yining_s
Aug 19, 2025
Isabel was a great tour... - Isabel was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and personable, especially given that my family is a bit more introverted; she still made us feel very comfortable. We learned a lot about Barcelona and went back later to take a deeper look at all the landmarks that she pointed out. With all the information she provided, we were definitely able to learn more about those visits.
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Jennifer
Aug 14, 2025
Private walking tour of old town - Nice 2 hour tour of old town. Got good historical and cultural information. Early start at 9:30 was good for minimal crowds and heat
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Daren516
Aug 10, 2025
Gothic Quarter and Old Town - Joris was so knowledgeable and engaging while showing us Barcelona. He spent time making sure we could see and learn as much as possible about the Gothic Quarter and Old Town. I would highly recommend the tour and To request Joris as your guide.
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Greg_l
Jun 24, 2025
Great tour - Jose Carlos was great and knowledgeable- he made the most of our time and tailored the experience to our interests and timeframe.
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Dasia_g
Jun 9, 2025
Five star tour - We had a fantastic tour of the Gothic Quarter with Isabel! She was warm, engaging, and made the history easy to understand. The tour was relaxed, personalized to our pace, and included fun stops at local shops. Felt more like exploring with a knowledgeable friend—highly recommend! Thanks again Isabel!
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Diane_c
May 12, 2025
Great local history - Olga was our guide and she was phenomenal. Very funny, easy to understand. It was just two of us so we could customize it a bit. She imparted great local history. This walking tour supplemented another one. Olga was SOOO much better than the one offered by the bus tour. I highly recommend this tour.
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Ma_p
May 9, 2025
Perfect walking tour! - Wonderful walking tour. Nilufar was our guide and she took us to places we would not have found on our own. Her knowledge of the history of Barcelona was superb! Would highly recommend!
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B753jjnicholasn
Apr 14, 2025
Do it as soon as you land - I went with tour guide Andrei from Romania but you would think he was born in Barcelona. Gave a great historical perspective. Tailored the tour (which was a private small group) to us very nicely. Entertaining, informative, wish I did this the first day I landed in Barcelona
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M_m
Mar 10, 2025
Highly recommended! - Montse was our private guide in Barcelona and covered wide ranging and in-depth topics —from where to have tea high above Plaza de Catalunya, Catalunya’s complex relationship with Madrid and where to find authentic flamingo dancers for later that night. As we walked through the Gothic Quarter she told us about the history of the wall that surrounded the city centuries ago and pointed out the ancient Roman walls, columns and aqueduct. If I remember correctly, she said the ground was sand covered at that time. She took us to Barcelona’s photomosaic tile wall, St Jordi’s door, told us about Barcelona’s 100 families, the history of Catalonia and the culture of Barcelona. We stopped inside Picasso’s ‘restaurant’ to see his drawings hung on the wall. She answered all our questions. Seeing all these cultural/historic places put into context was enlightening but the highlight of this tour was leaving with a better understanding of Barcelona, Catalonia and their place in Spain. Afterwards, Montse tipped us off about where to find the freshest local tapas for lunch. She later sent us even more information to read over after the tour. If this is the quality that we can expect from IN-OUT Barcelona Tours, then they will be my first choice for our next trip. I couldn’t recommend this more. We’re so grateful to this knowledgeable guide for introducing Barcelona and Catalonia to us. Thank you Montse!
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From $27
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).