Barcelona Free Walking Tour: Ramblas, Gothic Quarter & Gaudí

Get ready for the most entertaining free walking tour of Barcelona, where you will discover the city as a local. This all-in-one experience covers history, culture, and hidden gems you wouldn’t easily discover on your own.

It's a perfect way for visitors with limited time in Barcelona and a great introduction if you're visiting Barcelona for the first-time. These are some of the places you'll see:

Gothic Quarter and Old City

• Roman Walls: Discover the earliest remnants of Barcelona's history.
• Gothic-Style Buildings: Marvel at stunning structures from the 14th century.
• The Barcelona Cathedral: A magnificent example of Gothic architecture.
• Plaça Sant Jaume: Home to the City Hall and Catalan Government Building.
• Plaça del Rei: The breathtaking main square of a medieval palace.
• Plaça Sant Felip Neri: A hidden, enchanting square with a fairytale-like ambiance.
• Plaça Reial: A 19th-century arcade-lined square that once catered to the upper classes.
• La Rambla: Barcelona's most iconic street.

Your guide will let you discover why is it called the Gothic Quarter while you explore picturesque squares and courtyards tucked away in the maze of narrow streets. 

Next, we’ll hop on the metro for two stops to explore the newer, art nouveau section of the city:

Modernism and Gaudí's Architectural Marvels:

• Casa Batlló: Known as Gaudí's whimsical "House of Dragon Bones."
• Casa Milà / La Pedrera: A monumental building resembling a mountain, rumored to have inspired Star Wars design.
• Passeig de Gràcia: Barcelona's most elegant, luxurious street.
• Casa Amatller: Another striking modernist masterpiece.
• "Manzana de la Discordia": A block showcasing contrasting architectural styles.

You'll gain deeper insight into Barcelona's urban evolution and learn about the city's grid-like design, what inspired Gaudí and why building corners in Barcelona are uniquely flat and cut off. Also, learn about Gaudí's famous sidewalk tiles and modernist lampposts.

How much you pay on a free tour?

You are "free" to pay the price you consider fair. At the end of the tour, each person must pay the amount they consider fair according to their degree of satisfaction and the quality of the tour.

Keep in mind that you will be in the company of professional and passionate guides who will do their best to make your experience extraordinary and entertaining. They will also answer any questions or doubts you may have about Barcelona.

The use of comfortable shoes and clothes is recommended. The entire tour is done on foot.

During the tour there is one trip by metro. A transport ticket is required.