--- title: Explore hidden streets of Barcelona with a local lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/explore-hidden-streets-of-barcelona-with-a-local/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 46 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 62 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [de, en, nl] free_cancellation: "true" schedule_checked: 2026-10-02 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/explore-hidden-streets-of-barcelona-with-a-local/ --- # Explore hidden streets of Barcelona with a local **Guidekin's take:** Walk the little streets and squares of El Born & Gothic Quarter, with Catalan legends woven into the route. A guide is included, with a shared option capped at eight guests; expect sustained walking and pay separately for food and drinks. 5 from 62 reviews at €46 per person for 2h 30m. ## Overview Experience neighbourhoods off the beaten path. See Barcelona through the eyes of a local. This guided walk in the historic center of Barcelona will let you discover more than the usual: buildings & squares you will not encounter easily. Immerse with us into the captivating history of the city while strolling through the maze of little streets in El Born & Gothic Quarter. Enjoy a drink in a magical square where mostly locals go. Learn about important Catalan legends. What’s the significance of the dragon? Why was a bat decisive in a battle? What’s the legend behind the Catalan flag? During this 2.5 hours walk we will make the connection from medieval history & legends to what inspired architects and motivates the independence movement. If you love history brought to life by passionate storytellers and want to enjoy the intimacy of a small group then this is your experience. After the walk you will discover details you have not noticed before. See the city with different eyes! ## Before you book - Meeting point: We will meet outside the OHLA Hotel in… - Group size varies by option: max 8 from €46 · private from €85 - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 6 start times: between 10:00 and 16:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age 16+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €46 per person for the EHS Shared Tour -max. 8 guests option; other options up to €85 - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 62 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: The Barcelona Feeling - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Group size varies by option: max 8 from €46 · private from €85 - Guide languages: German, English, Dutch - Start times: 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-02 ## Reviews 5.0 from 62 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 62 of 62. - 5 stars: 62 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the local stories and quieter routes; the review sample offers little repeated criticism to help assess drawbacks. **Praised:** - Engaging stories about the old city's history, culture and architecture - Quieter back streets and local spots beyond the usual tourist routes - Routes tailored to visitors' interests, with time for questions and photos - Useful restaurant recommendations and ideas for exploring independently **Complaints:** - No recurring complaint is supported by the supplied reviews Written by Guidekin from the 42 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2018-11-21 to 2025-07-07); last checked 2026-10-03. ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | EHS Shared Tour -max. 8 guests | €46 / person (for 2+ people) | English, German, Dutch | Group of max. 8 participants | | EHS Private Tour | €85 / person (for 2+ people) | English, German, Dutch | Private Tour Option | ## What's included - Professional guide ## Not included - Food and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **El Born** (1h 40m) - We will spend about two hours in the medieval neighbourhood of El Born. 2. **Palace of Catalan Music** (15m) - Our first major sight during this walking tour. 3. **Arco di Trionfo** (15m) - A highlight of Modernism full of history and legends. 4. **This is a major historic sight in Barcelona** (15m) 5. **Passeig del Born** (pass by, no stop) - Here we will explain what El Born actually means . 6. **Museu Picasso** (pass by, no stop) - We walk through a maze of little streets where we will also pass by the Picasso Museum. 7. **The major post office of Barcelona, a magnificent building that we come across** (pass by, no stop) 8. **Gothic Quarter** (1h 20m) - We will discover the Gothic Quarter where Barcelona was founded more than 2000 years ago. 9. **This square dates back to Roman times and is full of stories** (15m) 10. **Placa de Sant Jaume** (10m) - The heart of Roman Barcelona where we will understand why Barcelona was founded here. 11. **Placa Sant Felip Neri** (10m) - The tour will end at this little square full of history and atmosphere. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-02 - 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 We will meet outside the OHLA Hotel in Via Laietana 49. It is the building with many eyeballs on its facade. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJWwhpnvCipBIRt0wPJD16Jv0 Ends: The tour will end in the heart of the Gothic Quarter. ## 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 - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - An amount of approximately 2.5 hours walking is involved in this tour. - You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity. ## More in Barcelona - All Barcelona tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/explore-hidden-streets-of-barcelona-with-a-local/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md