Immerse with us into captivating legends from the past that can be seen everywhere in the city once you know them. Understand how architects like Gaudí were inspired by them and left a lasting impact on Barcelona.
Why is there a dragon on the roof top? Why was a bat decisive in a battle? Where is the House of Bones? What´s the legend behind the Catalan flag? How to put this into the context of the current independence movement?
During the two-hours walk we will make the connection from medieval Catalan history and legends to what inspired Gaudí and other architects when designing the residential buildings along the grand boulevard of Passeig de Gracia. From street pavement to lamp posts – all have a story that we want to tell you!
If you love history brought to life by passionate storytellers and you want to enjoy the intimacy of a small group then this is your experience. After these two hours you will discover details you have not noticed before. See the city with different eyes!
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30 minutes before your start time
2 hours
Monday-Sunday: 09:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 01:00 PM, 02:00 PM, 03:00 PM, 04:00 PM, 05:00 PM, 06:00 PM
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Casa Mila – La Pedrera, Barcelona, Catalonia
Learn all about the history and the façade of this marvellous building designed by Gaudí.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona, Catalonia
We will walk down the grand boulevard of Passeig de Gracia. From street pavement to lamp posts – all have a story that we want to tell you!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Casa Batllo, Barcelona, Catalonia
Another important residential building designed by Gaudí.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Palau de la Musica Catalana, Barcelona, Catalonia
The famous concert hall is a gem of modernist architecture.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: El Born, Barcelona, Catalonia
We will explore the neighbourhood and discover references to the legends we have learned during the tour.
Duration: 30 minutes
Casa Milá
Our first stop is Gaudí´s last civic building that he accepted as a commission.
Passeig de Gràcia
We will walk down the grand boulevard of Passeig de Gràcia. From street pavement to lamp posts – all have a story that we want to tell you!
Casa Batlló
Casa Battló is the most famous residential building designed by architect Gaudí in Modernism style.
Casa Amatller
Casa Amatller was the home of a chocolate making family. Its modernist design is stunning. We are also trying the chocolate brand that is still existing up to today.
Casa Morera
Casa Morera is another great example of modernist architecture in Barcelona designed by a different architect than Gaudí.
Block of Discord
Learn about three astonishing buildings from modernist times.
Plaza Cataluña
Plaza Cataluña is the gateway from the modern city extension with great modernista architecture to the historic old town.
Els 4 Gats
We will pass by THE art café of Barcelona where the architects of the turn of the century like Gaudí socialised. But not only architects, also young Picasso came here! It is located in the Gothic Quarter.
El Born
We will finish the tour in this neighbourhood. El Born was the medieval center of Barcelona.
Barcelona Concert Hall – Palau de la Musica
The famous concert hall is a gem of modernist architecture.
Shared
Live tour guide
English, German, Dutch
€95.00
Near public transportation
No infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair / Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
What to bring
Wear comfortable walking shoes for a walk of two hours.
To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start time in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.
We may reserve the right to cancel a customer’s booking for a full refund in case of bad weather or not enough travelers.
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