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Barcelona's Dark History Night Tour in English

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Barcelona, ES
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Join us on an exhilarating 2-hour night tour of Barcelona's dark history in English. Discover the secrets of medieval Barcelona as you explore the city's darker side. Learn about the Spanish Inquisition, methods of execution, and the intriguing legends that surround the El Born neighborhood. This walking tour is both fun and educational, offering a unique perspective on Barcelona's past. Your knowledgeable guide will meet you under the monumental arch wearing a bright green vest, so you won't miss them. The tour starts at Arc de Triomf and ends at El Born CC, where you'll find a safe area with plenty of restaurants, metro stations, and taxi stops. Limited to just 15 participants for quality and interaction with the guide, we recommend booking early. Please note that due to the content, this tour is not suitable for children under 14. Don't miss out on this unforgettable exploration of Barcelona's dark secrets!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Discover Barcelona's dark history
  • Learn about the Spanish Inquisition
  • Explore medieval punishments in Barcelona
  • Uncover the city's dark legends
  • Limited group size for a personalized experience
  • Professional local guide
  • Use of projector for images
  • Small-group walking tour
  • Radioguides for communication between the guide and the participants
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

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Barcelona's Dark History Night Tour in English

Join this captivating 2-hour night stroll around medieval Barcelona to uncover its dark and mysterious past. Led by knowledgeable guides, this walking tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the city's hidden secrets and learn about its chilling history. Delve into the sinister world of the Spanish Inquisition, discover the methods of execution used in Barcelona, and hear the spine-chilling legends that surround the neighborhood of El Born. This tour is perfect for those with a morbid curiosity and a taste for the macabre.

What to Expect

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through time during this unforgettable night tour. Over the course of 120 minutes, you will visit iconic landmarks such as the Arc de Triomf and El Born, where twilight adds an eerie ambiance to the experience. While the tour includes some of Barcelona's legends, please note that it is not a Ghost Tour but instead focuses on the more gruesome aspects of the city's history. Prepare to be fascinated as you delve into topics like the methods of the Spanish Inquisition, medieval punishments, and the types of execution prevalent in Barcelona. You will also learn about the development of cemeteries, public executions, acts of faith during the Inquisition, and the dark legends that haunt the city.

Who is this for?

This tour is designed for individuals who have a keen interest in history, particularly the darker side of a city's past. Whether you are a lover of the macabre or a history enthusiast looking for a unique perspective on Barcelona, this tour will satisfy your curiosity. It is suitable for adults and teenagers aged 14 and above who are open to exploring the city's gruesome secrets.

Why Book This?

Explore the hidden underbelly of Barcelona's history and discover a side of the city rarely talked about. This tour offers a chilling and captivating glimpse into the past, taking you on a journey through Barcelona's dark undercurrents. Led by experienced guides, you'll gain insights into the Spanish Inquisition and its methods, medieval punishments, and execution practices specific to Barcelona. Immerse yourself in the city's eerie atmosphere as you hear about acts of faith, public executions, and the chilling legends that still haunt the streets today. With a small group size, you can expect a personalized experience that allows for interaction with the guide and a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

Good to Know

The tour starts at the iconic Arc de Triomf and concludes at El Born CC, offering a convenient location with plenty of restaurants, metro stations, and taxi stops nearby. It is recommended to arrive early to ensure your spot, as the tour has a maximum capacity of 15 participants. Due to the tour's content, it is not suitable for children under the age of 14. Whether you're a history buff, a fan of the unusual, or simply looking for an intriguing and offbeat experience in Barcelona, this dark history night tour is an absolute must.

Reviews

Feedback from previous participants highlights the fascinating and unique nature of this tour. Many praised the knowledgeable guides who brought the city's dark past to life, making the experience both educational and spine-chilling. Visitors were particularly impressed by the tour's focus on lesser-known aspects of Barcelona's history, allowing them to discover a side of the city they had never encountered before. Overall, reviewers highly recommend this tour to anyone with an interest in history, stating that it offers a fresh perspective and a memorable experience.

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

Arc de Triomf

Meeting point

El Born

The tour starts around twilight so the starting time varies during the year, earlier in the winter (7pm) and later in the summer (9pm). Although some of Barcelona's legends might be included, please note that this is not a Ghost Tour but an historical walk focused on the more gruesome part of the city's past. These are the themes you will explore during the walking tour: • Methods of the Spanish Inquisition • Medieval punishments in Barcelona • Types of execution in the city • Development of cemeteries • Public executions in Barcelona • Acts of Faith of the Inquisition • Barcelona's dark legends The walk starts from Arc de Triomf and it ends at El Born CC, next to a safe area with plenty of restaurants, metro stations and taxi stops. Please ask your guide for directions and recommendations, if needed. For quality purposes and extra interaction with the guide, the number of participants is limited to 15 per group so it is strongly recommended to book early. Because of the content, this tour is not recommended for children younger than 14.

Reviews

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5 (131)

Shannon_N

Our guide was wonderful and full of personality and could tell the story of Barcelona beautifully. She made it fun and magical. We would never have seen that part of town or had known any of that information. She was lovely.

Amy_D

Our tour guide was great! It is super interesting and lots of fun! Recommend if you love history and walking around cool parts of town at night!

Maelissa_L

Our tour guide, Annemarie, was great! She was engaging and energetic. Her use of props and the preparations she made for the tour were above and beyond. Very knowledgeable about the history of the city. It is quite a bit of walking so be prepared.

jillr328

This was SUCH a fun tour! Anne Marie was spectacular. Although we do hangout around areas of gothic history, its not a sight seeing tour which is important to know. I thought I would be disappointed when hearing that, but on the contrary. This tour was more interesting and fun than most history tours I’ve ever been on. Anne Marie brings a pocket projector of photos and paintings, gets us involved it was truly an experience. If you’ve enjoyed going to medieval torture museums or learning about the Salem which trials, this is a full enrichment of that style of history, the social culture of that time , and spooky tales :)

Jeremy_M

My wife takes me on a lot of ghost tours, but this true slice of history was so much better! The sights and stories were truly amazing.

Q6945TTdianec

Sara was an amazing, fun, engaging tour guide! She is also very knowledgeable about the history of the Spanish Inquisition - My teenage son and I loved the tour with her!

Diane_C

Sara was an amazing guide and storyteller!! We were so lucky to get her! She was very knowledgeable about history - Spanish Inquisition, and made the tour very fun and engaging! Thank you!

F5937FHsophieb

This tour was SO interesting! Definitely allowed us to see more intimate parts of the city, and Sarah made it very welcoming. She was sooo knowledgeable and interactive - she truly is the best!

Ashley_E

What an interesting and mildly horrifying tour! Our guide was engaging and funny, despite the gruesome topics. We learned a lot about the Spanish Inquisition, as well as other interesting dark stories that took place in Barcelona in the past. Walking around the Gothic Quarter was fun and interesting, and our guide shared some good tips on places to come back to the following day.

SusanM

This tour is fantastic, and was one of the highlights of our trip. Sara was a wonderful guide and had all sorts of interesting information for us. We both learned about the history of the city, some of its dark past, and got a feel for the old city.
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