Barcelona's
Highlights
Walking
Tour 12

Guide explaining Barcelona

Three hours, three Barcelonas,
with local guides who truly know them all

Our free-reserve tour begins at 10:30 beneath Sagrada Familia, continues along Passeig de Gràcia to explore Catalan Modernism, and ends in the historical maze of the city, the Gothic Quarter.

Passeig de Gracia

What you’ll see

1

Meeting point: Hard Rock Cafe Sagrada Familia

Look for us under a red umbrella at Av. Gaudí 1

2

Sagrada Familia: Past and Present

Discover the history of the Basilica and the details hidden in the facades of the birth, passion and glory

3

La Pedrera – Casa Milà

Casa Milà, aka La Pedrera, Gaudí's most controversial work

4

Modernism on Passeig de Gràcia

Explore how color, ornament and imagination transformed this avenue into a symbol of modern Barcelona

5

Art, Roman Empire & A Kiss

Trace Barcelona's layers from Roman engineering to bohemian artists and a mural depicting freedom as a kiss

6

Plaça Nova

Stand at the Roman gate opposite Picasso's mural and examine how the Cathedral reshaped Barcelona's image

7

Civil War, Myths & the Roman Empire

Travel from the Spanish Civil War scars to a secluded medieval bridge and hidden Roman columns

8

Power in Barcelona: From Rome to Today

Stand where imperial Rome, medieval kings, Columbus, and today's Catalan government ruled Barcelona

How it works

Our concept is simple: there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between 15€ to 30€, depending on their satisfaction and budget.

Our freelance guides work exclusively based on the remuneration of the guests. As any free tour, at the end of the tour you will decide how much the tour was worth for you.

About Us

We grew up in this city and now share it with you. Years of experience have given us stories and insight you won’t find in any script or guidebook, helping visitors connect the dots between the old, the new, and the everyday life of Barcelona. Join us and see Barcelona the way locals live it!

Contact us at: info@rootsandroadsbcn.com

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