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The origin of Barcelona: Gothic district and El Born
Joined 2021
We will stroll the old Town of Barcelona and discover our Gothic Quarter, the everyday life of the neighbours, its legends and culture.The Gothic quarter and Born are cultural landmarks in Barcelona. Artists and artisans have their workshops and galleries there and it is one of the most exiting district of the city.We will discover the history of Barcelona and its special atmosphere with its narrow, labyrinthine streets, historic buildings, with anecdotes and fun stories.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Metro LIceu
Metro Liceu, at your hotel or at peer if you are on a cruise
Teatro del Liceu - and the famous Ramblas and the Food market La Boqueria
Iglesia del Pi
we will reveal the origin of Santa Maria el Pi and the fables that surround the neighborhood
Cathedral
Santa Eulàlia’s Cathedral & Cloister (tickets not included) and the Roman ruins.
Plaça Sant Felip Neri (Spanish Civil war traces).
Plaza Sant Jaume
we have a look at the Jewish Quarter and Synagogue, the Plaça del Rei and Plaça Sant Jaume.
El Born district
We will finish at the spectacular Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar which is popularly known as the Cathedral of the Sea and La Ribeira district also known as Born with its narrow beautiful streets where artisans, merchants used to live. A great tour to discover the origin of the city!
Ending Point
near the Cathedral
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Entrance tickets to the sights.
Taxis or any other mean of transportation.
Tour Important Information
it is a walking tour, duration can be from 2 hours to 4 hours
at the end you can visit the most visited museum in town: Picasso Museum
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you everywhere in Catalunya if you pay my transportation fee
I am also available for multi days tours in Spain if needed
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2021
About Tour Guide Philippe D.
Hello,
My name is Philippe, I am a professional Tour guide in Barcelona.
Let me share with you my love and passion for Barcelona!
Come with me to explore and discover our culture, history, people and way of being.
After living in different countries, Barcelona is now home for me for the last 15 years, so let's share with you my knowledge and have fun together.
Having a certified local guide with you is a must in Barcelona, you won’t have to worry about the lines in the monuments and museums, we will skip them and save lot of time.
In fact, only licensed guides can help you to skip the long lines in the famous monuments.
I am a great lover of art and history, but what I like most is connecting with my guests.
My tours are designed to make you feel like a local. They will be a cultural and relaxed experience at the same time, and I will be your private guide just for you and your party.
So..let's discover this dynamic and thrilling city together!
I can lead these tours in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese
Licensed Local Guide Catalunya
Personal Concierge
2004-2021: more than 200 tours led as a Freelance Travel Director in Spain Portugal and France
TRAINING AND SKILLS
* Driving license
* First aid course
AVAILABILITY FOR 2021-2022
* Personal Concierge
* Tour Leader and Local Guide
* Hospitality desk
* Transfert escort
* Event Manager
Reviews
“Barcelona tour”
Marc was great and we had a wonderful time getting to know Barcelona better and seeing the sights, thank you.
