Immerse with us into captivating legends from the past that can be seen everywhere in the city once you know them. During this 2-hours walk we will make the connection from medieval Catalan history & legends to what inspired Gaudí & other architects when designing their buildings along the 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 a passionate storyteller then this is your experience.
At your hotel or on the corner of Casa Milá
Gaudi´s last residential building is truly unique. Learn about the family who commissioned him. Get to know his inspiration and understand details that made him a genius and visionary using traditional techniques and recycling material for his work.
Understand how architects like Gaudí were inspired by local legends 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?
The Amatller family had a chocolate factory in Barcelona. They commissioned a different architect - called Puig I Cadafalch who left an incredible legacy here in the city as well. Many people do not pay much attention to him. This building is one of his master pieces and we will make you enthusiastic about it and go beyond Gaudí!
Built by Domenech I Muntaner - the third top architect of Barcelona at the time - his list of works is even longer than that of Gaudi. Discover details that you would certainly miss when strolling along on your own.
The former art café of Barcelona is where the top artists of Barcelona including architects and painters like Picasso met to socialise. A magnificent building with a lot of history.
The concert hall of Barcelona - Palau de la Música – is one of the most magnificent concert halls in the world. A true gem and masterpiece of its time.
After these two hours you will discover details you have not noticed before. See the city with different eyes!
At your hotel or we end at Palau de la Musica and you can discover the beautiful area of El Born
- professional guide for a walking tour of 2 hours
- hotel pick up
- transportation (taxi) to starting point
- entrance fee to any attraction
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes for a distance of approx. 3 km / 2 miles.
- In case of rain please bring an umbrella.
In case your group is bigger than 20 then I can work with a second guide.