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Censored Barcelona Tour

4.8 · 106 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Barcelona Operated by Free Walking Tours Spain Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore the Raval through street art and discussions of censored topics linked to the city's history and social change.

A guided walk is included; it runs in English only and is not recommended for children under fourteen. 4.84 from 106 reviews at €3 per person for 2h.

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €3 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Settings for impactful Instagram photos!
  • Expert Local Guide
  • Food or beverages
  • Hotel pick up or transfer
  • Tips (Optional)

Children from €3 (ages 7 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 2 October 2026.

Reviews

4.8
106 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 103 of 106

Star breakdown of all 106 ratings

5 stars
96 · 91%
4 stars
7 · 7%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
2 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the storytelling and insight into El Raval; some report booked tours failing to run with no clear notice.

Praised

  • Guides connect El Raval's history with its current social and political issues
  • Lively storytelling and humour that make the history engaging
  • Exploring parts of Barcelona beyond the usual sightseeing routes
  • Useful recommendations for places to eat and explore afterwards

Complaints

  • Some booked tours did not go ahead, with little or no communication
  • Some found the advertised sights or topics did not match the tour

Written by Guidekin from the 87 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (6 July 2018 to 5 September 2025). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
We meet in Plaza de Catalunya across the street from the Apple Store. You can find us with our Purple Umbrella! · Open in Google Maps
Departure
15:00 on Tue, Thu, Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
The tour will end in the area of the Rambla del Raval, which is a 5 minute walk from Paralel or Liceu metro station.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Free Walking Tours Spain; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Travel off the beaten path, and explore the Raval, the most infamous neighborhood in Barcelona. Let us unveil for you censored topics, and how they are related with the history and social events that have shaped the city. Furthermore we’ll search and discuss some of the city’s coolest street art.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • WE DO NOT RECOMMEND the Barcelona Uncensored Tour FOR KIDS under 14y.o. However, it is all entirely up to each child and parents.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Strollers OK
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Food not included Food or beverages
  • Children from €3 ages 7 to 15

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund
From €3 per adult