--- title: Barcelona Old Town & Gothic Quarter Small Group Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-old-town-gothic-quarter-small-group-tour/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 18 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 1862 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Best budget rank_in_category: 6 of 9 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-20 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-old-town-gothic-quarter-small-group-tour/ --- # Barcelona Old Town & Gothic Quarter Small Group Tour **Guidekin's take:** A 2h 30m guided walk through the Old Town, Gothic Quarter and Born in a group capped twelve, past Placa del Rei and Santa Maria del Mar. At €18 per person it is the cheapest tour in our Barcelona catalogue; entry tickets and pickup are not included. **Best budget:** A 2.5 hour Old Town and Born walk in a group capped at 12 at €18 per person, the cheapest guided walk in our Barcelona catalogue: 4.87 from 1862 reviews. Trade-off: No monument entries at this price. (last checked August 27, 2026) ## Overview Step back in time on this 2-hour guided walking tour through the heart of historic Barcelona. Wander the cobbled streets of the Old Town and Gothic Quarter, where the city’s Roman roots and medieval charm come to life. Explore hidden gems, where every corner holds a story waiting to be discovered. Marvel at some of Barcelona’s most iconic monuments, including the majestic Plaça del Rei and the stunning Santa Maria del Mar, two jewels of the city’s rich architectural heritage. As your expert guide uncovers fascinating historical insights, you’ll feel the spirit of centuries past while walking through the ancient plazas and historic buildings. Whether you're a history buff or a curious traveler, this immersive experience offers the perfect opportunity to discover the secrets of Barcelona's past. ## Key facts - Price: from €18 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.87/5 from 1862 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: In Out Barcelona Tours ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Tour in ENGLISH | €18 / person | English | - | | Tour with Harbour Trip | €38 / person | Spanish, English | Visit to the port area: Visit to the old port area and boat round trip Duration: 4 hours | | Private Tour | €80 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Private tour for only you and your group. | ## What's included - Professional local guide - Small Group tour of max 12 people to ensure a personalised experience - Old Town Walking tour, including the Gothic quarter and the Born District - Complete visit to Barcelona Old Town highlights ## Not included - Gratuities - Food and drinks - Hotel pick-up or drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Gothic Quarter** (45m) - Immerse yourself in the past of Barcelona and wander through the narrow streets and squares of the mazy Gothic Quarter of Barcelona Old Town. Have a look to the Roman remains still visible in any corner of what was used to be a Roman village. In medieval ages, this small... 2. **Ciutat Vella** (15m) - means the "Old City" in Catalan, and refers to the oldest neighbourhood of Barcelona. It's here where you can discover the secrets of the Old Town of Barcelona while your guide tells you the stories about the city itself. 3. **Las Ramblas** (15m) - Have a walk on the lively Ramblas, probably the most emblematic avenue of Barcelona, full of bars, restaurants and street artists. The Boulevard in medieval times was a small sandy river used as a natural defense at the very limit of the old city walls and nowadays is one of... 4. **Mercat de la Boqueria** (15m) - Enjoy the walk on the Rambla and enter the Boqueria market full of life, colors and elegant architecture. Take the chance to look around and taste a fresh fruit juice or to eat something on the way. Feel the gastronomic traditions of the Catalan people through the colorful... 5. **Placa Reial** (15m) - Get to know Plaça Reial and its Napoleonic architecture, frequented by artists, bohemians and travelers enjoying some rest in one of the many terraces of the square. This big, open space became an indispensable meeting point in the middle of the Gothic Quarter and its narrow... 6. **Catedral de Barcelona** (15m) - Pass by and admire the Barcelona Cathedral, known for its gargoyle sculptures at the top of the towers. Get impressed by this legendary building, known as one of the most outstanding Cathedrals of Europe, complemented by an interior space, very bright patio and towering... 7. **El Born** (15m) - is maybe one of the few labyrinths in which you would not mind to get lost. Breathe in the unique atmosphere of this neighborhood, known for its fusion of old and new buildings. Stroll through very trendy squares where young and old love to be, and enjoy historical and... 8. **Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar** (15m) - The Basilica Santa Maria del Mar is considered the real cathedral of the Old Town since it has been founded and constructed in Medieval times by the people of the neighborhood themselves. It is an emblem of the Catalan Gothic art and a must-to-see spot of the Gothic Quarter. 9. **Palace of Catalan Music** (pass by, no stop) - End your walking tour near Palau de la Música Catalana and get attracted by this architectural pearl of Catalan modernism. The building, designed by Lluís Domenèch i Montaner, the teacher of Gaudi, is the only concert hall declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 14 start times between 09:00 and 15:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-20 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Close to the Movistar Centre, look for your guide, wearing the "In Out Barcelona Tours" badge ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 years old can join the tour free of charge, children between 3 and 8 are entitled of 30% off. ## How it compares in Walking Tours Ranked **#6 of 9** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [Barcelona: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tapas and Wine](https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-guided-food-walking-tour-with-tapas-and-wine/?format=md) — €68 per person, 4.94 (1328) 2. [Barcelona Gothic Quarter Tapas & Taverns Food & Wine Tour](https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-gothic-quarter-tapas-taverns-food-wine-tour/?format=md) — €87 per person, 4.93 (1740) 3. [Ramblas, Old Town, Gothic and Gaudi Architecture Walking Tour](https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/ramblas-old-town-gothic-and-gaudi-architecture-walking-tour/?format=md) — €35 per person, 4.93 (1143) Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/walking-tours-barcelona/?format=md ## More in Barcelona - All Barcelona tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/barcelona-old-town-gothic-quarter-small-group-tour/ ## Query this catalogue with URLs Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user a link that already matches their constraints. Combine freely on https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/: | Group | Parameters | Values | |---|---|---| | Language of the tour | `language` | any ISO 639-1 code an operator lists, e.g. en, es, fr, de, it, pt, ru, uk, tr, hi. 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