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Private tour in Barcelona Francesc G
Gothic Quarter: Walking Tour of the Old Town (4H)
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4 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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4 hours
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Francesc G.
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***FULLY LICENSED TOUR GUIDE #2754 (since 2010) *** SKIP THE LINE GUARANTEED AT ALL SITES Hi! I am Francesc. I was born in Barcelona when it was not a touristic city. Little by little the city became tourist and I went into this world (more than 25 years ago). Nowadays, I'm a guide and this is my full time job: I really enjoy doing it. I offer Private tours all over Barcelona and Catalonia (Montserrat, Cadaqués, Costa Brava, Dalí, etc). My clients say I am very passionate when I tour them. Well, I put myself in their shoes and I think: one trip sometimes is the result of a long time, maybe months or years preparing it. When you travel, you are going to an unexplored land, but you wish everything goes perfect: your flight, your hotel and, of course, your tour guide. I realize if you decide to take a tour guide it is because you think it's the best way to know this place. Therefore, my responsibility is huge in order to live up to your expectations. That's why I will do everything in my power to make your trip perfect. If you look for a more personal and enjoyable tour, just let yourself be amazed!!! ***FULLY LICENSED TOUR GUIDE #2754 (since 2010) *** SKIP THE LINE GUARANTEED AT ALL SITES (see the license picture in my profile pictures) Member of the APIT Barcelona (Association of Professional Tourist Guides). Member of the AGUICAT (Association of Professional Tourist Guides in Catalonia). Bachelor's Degree in Economy, University of Girona MBA, business School Pompeu Fabre, Barcelona I don't have any restriction.
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Stroll through the Old Town and discover 2000 years of history with your local guide!
Overview of your Barcelona tour
What is the background of Barcelona that has made of it the Modern city that it is? The Old Town tells us the history of the city that was the capital of the most important military navy in the Mediterranean. History and anecdotes will make Magic this part of the city: a walk in the Rambla, the avenue where things happened; to go into a food Market that began in the twelve hundred; a time when the Cathedral represented the power of the economy; a city that hosted the biggest Jewish community in the Iberian Peninsula; and the Roman Temple will tell us who and why founded the city. Halfway through the tour it is a must to stop to taste the "Suïs", hot chocolate with cream and churros, in one of the historic hot chocolate stores.
Recent Reviews
Ronald C.United States
Francesc G was an excellent guide walking with us through Barcelona and taking us to the local market areas. He also inquired about our next day's tour, which was similar to his tour, and was gracious enough to call our next-day's guide, explain what we covered on his tour and they put together a complementing tour which avoided duplicating what we had already seen.
Tyra C.United States
Fransesc was truly amazing! Five stars isn’t enough. We did his 8 hour Barcelona tour over two days. He was incredibly knowledgeable about Barcelona. Our group of 8 was soaking up all he had to teach about history, art, architecture, topography, food, religious symbolism, language, politics, and more. He adapted our tour on the spot when he found out what we did for a living. This made the tour even more unique and special. He was very organized and prepared, ensuring our time with him was well spent, delightful, and seamless. His English was amazing. He uses a microphone and Bluetooth headsets so we could all hear him clearly throughout the tours. He also helped direct us with restaurants and food options. Everything he recommended was absolutely delicious. He was so gracious and a perfect host. We wholeheartedly recommend him.
Emily M.United States
We booked this tour with Francesc for our first day in Barcelona. It was a great way to get our bearings and learn a lot of history of the region and of the city. Francesc is an excellent tour guide, we did this tour with him and then the next day did a Gaudi tour with him. He was engaging with everyone in the family and made sure to point out particular things that might interest them. I highly recommend Francesc and this tour.
Sarah B.United Kingdom
A really good tour that we tweaked to take in the Sagrada Famillia. Francesc was an excellent and knowledgeable host who took care of us very well, he was an enthusiastic and entertaining guide who we would recommend . We thoroughly enjoyed the time, it was a highlight of our visit.
Tim S.United States
Francesc, our guide, was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable, helpful and kind. The Gothic Quarter has interesting architecture and lots of fun shops.
Your Barcelona tour itinerary
- Ramblas: Food market, Opera House - Gothic Pi Church - Old Jewish Quarter - Sant Felip Neri Square, imprint of the Spanish Civil War - Cathedral (inside) - King Palace (inside) - City Council & Government Palace - Roman Temple (1c BC) - Hot Chocolate with cream and churros - if time permits Church of Santa Maria del Mar (the Cathedral of the sea) * Cathedral dress code: shoulders must be covered and shorts are not allowed (an scarf can help). * Availability: On Saturdays after 5PM it's not possible to visit the Cathedral. On Mondays some of the stops of the Boqueria are closed. But it doesn't prevent us to do this tour. The itinerary can be adapted to traveller's interests: do not hesitate to contact me for a customized tour.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking
What's included
Other: As I'm a licensed tour guide I can explain inside of the monuments and museums and we will skip the line (entrance tickets are not included in the tour cost)
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Tickets to the different places - you should note that with the Official Guide you do not have to queue, and you do not need a reservation in any of the establishments if you are 9 or less persons. Meals
Tastings: It is possible to do some tasting that are not included in the cost of this tour. Please let me know if it is of your interest.
Tickets: It is possible to go into the Cathedral or Santa Maria del Mar or Palau de la Musica (this cost is not included and you should let me know before the tour your interest in some of these places).
Meeting location
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
To make the most of our time, I recommend meeting at Plaça de Catalunya, right in the heart of Barcelona, in front of the Zurich Café — a very popular and easy-to-find spot. However, I’ll also be happy to pick you up at your hotel, apartment, or cruise ship terminal if you prefer.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Tour reference number
109780
Languages
English
Spanish
ItalianCatalan
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour in Barcelona is perfect for travellers who want to explore the rich history and culture of the city's Old Town with a knowledgeable local guide. It's ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and local anecdotes. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it a great choice for seniors or travellers with mobility concerns.
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4 hours
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