Unveil the hidden mysteries of Barcelona with the Masonic Barcelona Private Tour! This unique experience will take you on a journey through the city, revealing the secret symbols and history closely related to freemasonry. The tour is designed to be engaging for both curious travelers and masons themselves, adapting to the background of each guest. Explore strategic locations such as Plaça de Catalunya, filled with veiled symbols, and stroll through the Gothic Quarter to discover the ancient wisdom and masonic signs on historical buildings. Visit the beloved Santa Maria del Mar church in El Born, and learn about the connection between famous architect Antoni Gaudi and freemasonry. The tour even includes a visit to a functioning Lodge, where you can gain first-hand insight from a member. Book now and embark on a fascinating journey into the hidden world of freemasonry in Barcelona!
About this experience
Free Cancellation
For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
4
hours
Suitable for
1-15
Participants
Private Tour
Guided Experience
Visit a Lodge for first-hand perspective
Explore the Gothic Quarter and its mysterious signs
Learn about the connection between Antoni Gaudi and freemasonry
Visit the Biblioteca Publica Arus, Europe's largest collection of books on freemasonry
All fees and taxes
Entrance tickets for the masonic library
Official tour guide of catalonia
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Introduction
Are you ready to uncover the hidden secrets of Barcelona? Join the Masonic Barcelona Private Tour and embark on a fascinating journey through the history of the city intertwined with the intriguing world of freemasonry. Barcelona's streets are adorned with symbols and signs that only a trained eye can decipher, and this tour will help you unravel their meaning.
What to expect?
During this immersive 240-minute experience, you can anticipate exploring various iconic landmarks and neighborhoods that hold deep connections to freemasonry. Dive into the Gothic Quarter, where medieval Operative and Speculative Masons left their mark on the buildings and streets. Discover the captivating stories behind the guilds and visit the beloved Santa Maria del Mar church in El Born.
Who is this for?
This tour is designed for anyone with a curious mind and a thirst for knowledge. Whether you are a passionate history enthusiast, a Freemason yourself, or simply intrigued by hidden symbolism, this experience is for you. The Masonic Barcelona Private Tour welcomes travelers from all walks of life, offering a unique perspective on the city's history and cultural heritage.
Why book this?
Immerse yourself in the enigmatic world of freemasonry and gain a deeper understanding of Barcelona's past. Our knowledgeable and experienced guides will reveal the secrets hidden in plain sight, allowing you to see the city with fresh eyes. Additionally, this tour offers an exclusive visit to a functioning Lodge, where you can interact with masons and gain firsthand insight into their ancient traditions and beliefs.
Good to know
It's important to note that the Masonic Barcelona Private Tour is tailored to the background and interests of each guest. This ensures that the experience remains engaging for both curious travelers and Freemasons themselves. Please keep in mind that the tour does not operate on weekends and Sundays, and the end point may vary slightly.
Reviews
Feedback from previous tour participants has been overwhelmingly positive. Travelers have praised the knowledgeable guides who brought the history of freemasonry to life, making the tour educational and entertaining. Guests appreciated the opportunity to visit the Biblioteca Publica Arus, Europe's most significant collection of books on freemasonry. Many also mentioned the highlight of the tour: the exclusive visit to a functioning Lodge, allowing them to delve deeper into the world of Freemasonry. Overall, participants were left with a newfound appreciation for Barcelona's hidden secrets and a desire to explore more of the city's intriguing history.
How long before the event do I need to book?
You can book at any time before the event
Vouchers accepted in the following formats
Mobile
Is an adult required for the booking?
At least one adult or senior required per booking
Your Itinerary
Placa Catalunya
This place can be considered "strategic" since it unites the two historical parts of the city, the Old Town and the 19th century Extention, designed with references to masonic values. The Catalonia square itself is also full of veiled symbols.
Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)
Here we will stroll through the picturesque narrow streets of medieval Barcelona and explore the rests of the Roman wall, the place of foundation of the city, the Cathedral and the romanesque Saint Lucia chapel among other historical sites. There we will find plenty of symbols of the medieval Operative masons (Stonemasons) as well as the additions of the more recent Speculative Masons. We will discover the meaning of those misterios signs on the buildings and learn about the acient wisdom of our ancestors, that has always been closely studied and used by the masons. On the way we will find some traces of Knights Templar, who are also considered one of possible predecessors of the modern Freemasonry.
El Born / La Ribera
Discover the most loved church of the city - Santa Maria del Mar, the stories of the guilds, a masonic restaurant and varios masonic symbols in the area.
Gran Lago del Parque de la Ciudadela
Find out what is the connection of famous Antoni Gaudi with the freemasonry and learn about a number of important Catalan and Spanish masons: politicians, architects, writers and even governors. All that while enjoying a pleasant stroll through the most beautiful park of the city!
Biblioteca Publica Arus
This public library was founded by a mason and contains the most important collection of books on freemasonry in Europe. Find out how this explicitly masonic establishment got through the persecutions and remains untouched to the present day.
This visit is NOT avaliable on the weekends.
Admission Included
Eixample
Eixample was a grand project of extention of the city. It was designed by Ildefons Cerda, a person who was most probably a freemason. We will uncover the proofs of that and let you in on his plan!
Passeig de Gracia
At the end of our tour with the permission of the masons themselves you will be invited to a real funcioning Lodge, where you can recieve first-hand information about the subject, straigth from a member of the Lodge.
Please mind you that depending on the activities of the Lodge this visit can be excluded. In such case you will be informed in advance after booking the tour and will be able to cancel it or change the date, if this visit is essential for you. It is also NOT avaliable on Sundays.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The only place unavaliable with a wheelchair would the the Library.
The tour is walking. No transport included.
This tour requires some walking (about a mile or two). However, we can make a break for a rest and a coffee during the tour.
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