Walking Tour through the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona with Optional Pintxos Tasting
inglés - español
Cancelación gratuita hasta 24 horas antes del inicio de la experiencia.
Descripción
Discover the history of Barcelona by walking around the oldest neighborhood of the city: the Gothic Quarter.
From Plaça Catalunya, you will walk down one of the most beautiful and famous avenues of the city, the Ramblas, and as you stroll this street, the guide will tell you how the city was founded by Emperor Augustus. Then you will arrive at the old port of the city, where you can see the remains of the old city wall as you walk through the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, before arriving at Nova Square. Here, in the center of the Gothic Quarter, you'll be able to admire the Cathedral of Gothic style.
As you walk around Barcelona, your guide will be telling important facts about figures in the history of the city, such as St. Roque or Wilfredo the Hairy, and you will also discover how the current design of Catalonia's flag was developed. Next, walk around Plaza del Rei and Plaza del Pi, until you reach Plaza de Sant Jaume, the current administrative and political center of the city. Finally, see the town hall, and the Palau de la Generalitat.
At the end of the tour, you have the option to go to a local bar to taste some typical local pintxos. Take the opportunity to chat with your guide, and ask for recommendations for the rest of your time in Barcelona.   Experiences: Explore the oldest part of the city of Barcelona: the Gothic Quarter
Visit the most outstanding landmarks of the city and learn about their history
Enjoy this walking tour while you learn how Barcelona was founded
Find the Roman vestiges that are still present in the streets of the city
Upgrade your experience and have a local pintxos tasting at the end of your tour   Available: Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat, Apr-Oct   Essentials: • If you want to have the local pintxos tasting, you must select the option before booking
• The pintxos tasting includes a drink of choice (whether alcoholic or not alcoholic ones) and two pintxos
• Please bear in mind that this is a walking tour where a lot of walking is involved
• It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
• This tour may not be recommended is you have reduced mobility or for wheelchair users
Meet your guide in front of Restaurant Dafu Don, located at C/ de Balmes, 2. He will be carrying an Amigo Tours sign so that you can identify him without any problem.   Restrictions: This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments   Duration: 3 hours
What should you know before you go?
Activity is a full-day or multi-day trip   Activity is suitable for adults and children of all ages   Activity is history-related or happens in a historical location   Activity visits or happens at a museum   Tour is suitable for solo travellers   Tour is suitable for couples   Tour is suitable for children   Tour is suitable for groups   Tour is suitable for students   Tour is suitable as a business trip extension for business travellers   Tour involves sightseeing on foot   Meeting Point: Fountain of the Six Putti
Included on booking:
• Professional guide
• Guided walking tour
• Live bilingual commentary in English and Spanish
• One drink and two pintxos (only if option selected)   exclusions   • Tickets to monuments
• Transportation
• Additional expenses like tips, souvenirs...
Walking Tour through the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona with Optional Pintxos Tasting
Infant
0
Infant
0
Mínimo por reserva: 1 persona
Walking Tour through the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona with Optional Pintxos Tasting
Adult
18
Adult
18
Mínimo por reserva: 1 persona
Walking Tour through the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona with Optional Pintxos Tasting
Child
16.2
Child
16.2
Mínimo por reserva: 1 persona
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