Legends of Girona
This is a guided tour of the Girona's most famous legends.
Do you know that Girona has more than 20 legends?
- The Lioness, which claims "whoever kisses the Lioness' bottom will return to Girona".
Or the most famous one: the Flies of Saint Narcissus.
As well as the Witch, the Gerió, the Housekeeper and the Cocollona.
You will enjoy that tour!
Recommended for families and group of friends.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Independence square. I can pick you up at your hotel, appartment, etc.
Independence square
The main square in town. Full of cafés and restaurants.
Saint Felix square
Right here there is the sculpture of the Lioness, and we will uncover this famous legend.
Mosques street
At the wall of this street there are many flies.
Let's know the most famous legend in town: the flies of Saint Narcissus.
Archaelogical walk
Here there is a special statue: it's the Housekeeper.
She was the bishop's cook and we will know the legend for sure!
Cathedral absis
This building hides many legends!
One fo them is the Witch, we will know about it.
Jewish quarter
In this part of the city we will know two legends:
- The puppet called Tarlà
- The Tolrana with a real history behind
Rambla
Pedestrian street with stone arcades.
Under this arcades there is a strange caracter: the Vampir.
Eiffel's bridge
This is the most famous bridge in town.
Under that bridge two lovers met... and the legend of the Cocollona was born.
Wine's square
At one corner of this square there is a small figure: is the Demon.
Rambla
Pedestrian street with cosy atmosphere.
End of the tour. Flexible, we can finish where you like.
Ending Point
Rambla / Flexible
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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
Private tour guide
Hotel pick-up in Girona
Entrance fees
Tour Important Information
Together with the legends I will tell you also the history and curiosities of the old quarter.
Important message from the supplier
I can also guide you in:
DALÍ MUSEUM: Figueres, Portlligat/Cadaqués and Púbol.
COSTA BRAVA: Tossa de Mar, Calella, Cadaqués, Begur, Lloret de Mar.
MEDIEVAL VILLAGES: Besalú, Pals and Peratallada.
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I offer private transportation with driver.
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Don't hesitate to contact me.
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Thank you and have a nice day!
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
About Tour Guide Gemma C.
Hello!
My name is Gemma.
After travelling and living abroad I decided to become a tour guide.
I am a local expert guide of Girona region: Costa Brava and Dalí's Museum.
I really love to share time and experiences with people.
Guiding is my passion.
Come and enjoy Girona with me!
$270/ per group
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