Description
Barcelona looks gentle by day, and this Gothic Quarter ghost tour shows what the old streets hide once the light is gone. For about an hour and a half a local guide leads you on foot through the alleys of the Barri Gòtic, telling stories that range from legend to true crime.
The route winds past Roman remains, squares that saw public executions and corners that locals still link with ghosts. You stop in front of Barcelona Cathedral to hear about the shocking events that happened in its shadow. Along the way the guide covers:
- How the Inquisition in Spain punished its victims
- Horrors from Roman times beneath the modern city
- Crimes of the Middle Ages and the executions held in these lanes
- Ghost stories told in the neighbourhood today
It is more than a history walk, yet it keeps the real landmarks in view. At the end you receive a free e-guide put together by Barcelona locals, with tips for restaurants and rooftop bars.
The streets are narrow and can be uneven, and the evenings can turn chilly in winter. Children may join with an adult, who should know that dark and sensitive stories are told. Food and drinks are not included, and the group meets directly at the starting point.