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Private tour in Barcelona Mark W
Jewish Heritage in Barcelona. Half Day Tour.
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3 hours
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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3 hours
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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Mark W.
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***** (((( FULLY OFFICIAL LICENSED GUIDE )))) As an accredited licensed guide, YOU WILL SKIP THE LINES WITH ME. PRIVATE TOURS, COUPLES, FAMILIES, KIDS FRIENDLY!, ARCHITECTURE, ART, WINE & FOODIES Hi, my name is Mark and I am an OFFICIAL LICENSED GUIDE in Barcelona, Catalonia and Spain. I was born and raised in Barcelona and my love for this place has brought me to my true passion: showing you the city and its surroundings. As a fully accredited licensed tour guide, specialized in History, Art and Architecture, I have PRIORITY (skip the lines) access to all monuments, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the work of Antoni Gaudi, such as the Sagrada Familia or Park Guell. In almost all cases, you'll skip the lines with me. I am always very flexible and my tours are adapted to shore excursions as well and focus primarily in private tours. I love to tour with couples, friends, single visitors and, as a father of a sweet daughter, families as well. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy (History) of Art and another Bachelor in Information Science (journalism and marketing) and an MBA (Master in Business Administration). I studied in Barcelona, Japan and in the USA, specifically WASHINGTON D. C. It will be a pleasure to show you Barcelona, its Ramblas, Gothic Quarter, Jewish Quarter, SAGRADA FAMILIA, Gaudi. . . and its surroundings, Girona, Dali, Tarragona, Sitges, Costa Brava, Pyrenees. . . In other words: the best of Catalonia and Spain! Please do not hesitate to get in touch with me in order to customize my tours posted in ToursByLocals to your needs. Enjoy your tour in the hands of an expert licensed guide that is passionate about his profession! I am looking forward to Meeting you! Mark SPECIALIZED IN ARCHITECTURE, HISTORY, ART, JEWISH & SEPHARDIC HERITAGE, WINE & FOODIES I have been working as a Tour Guide for nearly 19 years. Here are some of my credentials: * M.B.A., Master In Business Administration, GWU (Washington D.C.) & UPC (Barcelona) * Autunomous University of Barcelona, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), P.h.D. ABD in Philosophy of Art, currently ABD, pending thesis * B.A. in Arts, Philosophy, A. University of Barcelona; specialized in Philosophy of Art * B. A. in Information Science, A. University of Barcelona. * Co-founder of the ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH QUARTERS IN CATALONIA * Sommelier studies: INCAVI (2000) and currently Level 2 sommelier at Wine Education Trust based in London, WSET * Member of AGUICAT (Association of Licensed Guides in Barcelona) * Member of AELC, Writers in Catalan Language Any tour can be enhanced with private transport and other services. Flexibility is always a must as an official licensed guide. Just ask!
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Visit the Jewish Quarter with an expert guide specialized in this topic
Overview of your Barcelona tour
Explore the Jewish Quarter in Barcelona with a local expert and licensed guide! Why is parsley handed out free in the markets? Why do so many Spaniards have a fondness for the famous cured pork? Or why do Spaniards clean the house on Saturday? By joining this tour, will seek to understand the answers to these questions, with an emphasis on Jewish heritage in Barcelona, Catalonia and Spain. This 3 hour private tour through Barcelona's old Medieval town will convey the past and present of one of the most prosperous Jewish communities in the Middle Ages in Europe. The Jewish heritage tour is one of my specialized secrets and will allow you to discover the medieval Jewish Quarter. In the Jewish Quarter there is still a building that was the main synagogue and is the oldest DOCUMENTED synagogue in Europe. Today, the Jewish community is a dynamic part of civil society, with some 5. 000 members, fours synagogues and two schools with. Witness the rebirth of this millenarian community.
Recent Reviews
Susan H.United States
Mark's knowledge of the Jewish history in Barcelona was exceptional. We try to do a Jewish tour in every city we visit, and Mark's tour was one of the best and in depth tours we have ever taken. He was a pleasure to be with and we would highly recommend this specialized tour for anyone interested in Jewish history. Thank you Mark for a wonderful experience.
Alan S.United States
Mark provided a detailed and culturally enriching tour that we greatly enjoyed. He made sure that my wife, who has some mobility restrictions, was comfortable throughout. We highly recommend Mark and would gladly book with him again.
Rick K.
Mark was a superb guide on this walk around tour. He shared so much local knowledge and history as we strolled through town. He would be great with all groups and is strongly recommended.
Jon W.United States
The most educational and in depth Jewish heritage tour we have ever taken. We would highly recommend it to any serious student of Jewish history, religion and culture of the Middle Ages. Mark’s knowledge and passion for this material is truly a marvel.
Holly Z.United States
Mark was so amazing!! He was really knowledgeable about the history of the Jews and the few sights there are to observe their existence. He also was extremely pleasant to be with and explained things in a way that was easily understood. We learned a lot and enjoyed the time with Mark. We highly highly recommended him!! 🇪🇸
Your Barcelona tour itinerary
We'll walk through the old Medieval town of Barcelona: * Gothic Quarter * Jewish Qaurter The Jewish heritage tour is one of my specialized secrets and will allow you to discover the medieval Jewish Quarter. In the Jewish Quarter there is still a building that was the main synagogue and is the oldest DOCUMENTED synagogue in Europe. Nowadays it is a small prayer space. Please notice that this place opens quite randomly at times and there is no 100% guarantee that it will be open. It does not constitute the highlight of our tour. Closed on Saturday and Sunday.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
WALKING TOUR From the hotel or another location (not the airport), by taxi. The rest of the tour is a walking tour. All cobblestone. Taxi is NOT included. Entrance fees to any site are not included.
What's included
Other: * Specialized tour with a licensed guide through the Jewish Quarter of Barcelona.
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: * PLEASE NOTICE: the small synagogue in the Jewish Quarter does not open consistently. There is a small chance it might be closed. On the other hand, it is closed on Saturday and Sunday..
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Private Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation With Driver
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Meeting location
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Please notice: No airport No cruise It shall be a location in Barcelona city If far away from the Jewish Quarter, a meeting point next to the Jewish Quarter will be provided. Thank you.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Religious Sites
Tour reference number
297108
Languages
Catalan
English
German
SpanishActivity level
High
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour in Barcelona is ideal for travellers interested in exploring Jewish heritage and history. It's perfect for those who want to delve into the rich past of the Jewish community in Barcelona, guided by an expert like Mark W. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for those who enjoy walking tours through historical areas.
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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