The 15 History Tours in Barcelona That Keep Filling Up

1.Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,261 reviews · 3 hours · from $78Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Travel Bar near Las Ramblas, then walk Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter for about three hours. Expect four main food stops, with tapas, wine, vermouth and sangria. Guides such as Andrew, Santiago, Ewan and Juan Carlos add history and humor, while the international group keeps the evening social.

“Excellent food, super fun. We especially enjoyed the private chef, best food of all! Wonderful guide and a fun group of participants. Terrific”

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2.Barcelona Tapas Walking Tour: Food, Wine & History

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,928 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66

Spend about three hours in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, visiting four local food stops for tapas paired with wine, sangria, vermouth and cava. Guides such as Santiago, Lila and Ewan have led the route. Expect generous portions, a social group, local stories and a convenient start near La Rambla, with some variation in food and guiding style.

“There was not much history shared within this tour. The tapas was average, and the wine/beverages ok. The group of people that we were with on this tour are what made it enjoyable for us.”

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3.2.5-Hour Bike or E-Bike Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,262 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $28

Ride from Arc de Triomf through Ciutadella Park, El Born, Gràcia, and Passeig de Sant Joan on a regular bike or e-bike. A local guide leads this small-group tour past Gaudí’s Casa Calvet, Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, Casa Vicens, and Sagrada Familia. Guides such as Peter, Marina, Alex, and Sergey tailor the pace when group size allows.

“Amazing, highly recommended. I had fun riding around the city”

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4.Barcelona Erotic Museum – Explore Art, History & Fun

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 450 reviews · 1 day · from $17

Visit Barcelona’s Erotic Museum on La Rambla for a playful look at sexuality through art, history, photography, machines, and unusual inventions. Your ticket includes an audio guide in five languages and a welcome glass of cava, orange juice, or water. Plan on about an hour, and note that the museum is for adults only and not wheelchair accessible.

“If you’re passing down Rambla street, make sure to stop at the museum. It is actually quite informative (and not just silly), as it covers lots of interesting history.”

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5.Dark History Night Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 344 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Meet your English-speaking guide beneath the Arc de Triomf for a two-hour walk through El Born and La Ribera. Hear true accounts of the Spanish Inquisition, public executions, forgotten cemeteries, and Barcelona’s executioner. Visual aids, readings, props, and headsets make the stories easy to follow. This is historical, not a ghost tour.

“Sara was perfect! so mich fun and very fascinating”

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6.Historical and Modernist Bike Tour Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $43Top rated

Ride through Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, El Born, and Eixample with a local guide from Born Bike Tours. You’ll stop near Picasso, Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera, and Casa Batlló while learning how the city grew. Bikes, helmets, water, and guide service are included. The tour runs in English, with multilingual guides sometimes available.

“This was the best. We loved seeing the sights while biking throughout the city. Our tour guide had photographs of all of the sights so that she could stop and explain some of the details. It was really effective. She was captivating and had great stories to share with us about Barcelona and how it developed.”

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7.The Spanish Civil War Historical Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 239 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $46

Spend 2.5 hours walking Barcelona’s old town with an English-speaking guide such as Javier, Chrisa, Yannis, Henrieta, Filipa, or Evan. You’ll sort out the war’s rival factions, see sites linked to Orwell’s *Homage to Catalonia*, and connect Barcelona’s wartime past with Spain today. Expect some standing, pictures, politics, and rain or shine conditions.

“The most important tour one can take in the city. Our guide Javier gave us so much information, he truly led us in a journey inside the history of the everyday people during these times and not only the known men. Approach it with an open and curious mind. Thank you Javier.”

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8.Barcelona Historical 3-Hour Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 222 reviews · 3 hours · from $42

Ride through Barcelona’s old quarters, waterfront, parks, and Gaudi landmarks with a live guide from Born Bike Tours Barcelona. The relaxed route includes the Gothic Quarter, El Born, Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, La Pedrera, and the Palace of Catalan Music. Bikes, helmets, drinks, and child seats are included.

“I really enjoyed this bike tour, it was a great way to see the city. Our guide was super laid back and relatable. He definitely showed us things that I would not have found on my own.”

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9.Barcelona Historical Walking Tour: Gothic Quarter and El Born

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk from Plaça del Vuit de Març to Santa Maria del Mar with a local guide, passing Roman walls, Jewish Quarter lanes, Gothic churches, Picasso and Gaudí connections, and Civil War scars. Guides such as Juan, Lidia, Jordan, and Vanesa are known for lively storytelling. Entrance fees to two churches are not included.

“If you can definitely go in the morning. It was cooler and less busy. The walk is very easy and doable for most people.”

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10.Barcelona in 2 Hours: Guided Walk Through History and Sights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 203 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $22

Walk from Plaça del Vuit de Març to Santa Maria del Mar with an English-speaking local guide. You’ll visit Els 4 Gats, Barcelona Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter, Plaça de Sant Jaume, Plaça del Rei, and other historic sites. Guides such as Darren, Petra, Jorge, Sonia, and Vanessa add personal stories and local tips.

“Sarah was a spirited and knowledgeable guide. Great information and a lovely and fun guide. I enjoyed the route, the discussion and the stories and I formation she provided.”

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11.Barcelona’s Dark History Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 2 hours 2 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Walk from Arc de Triomf to El Born Cultural Center at twilight, learning about the Spanish Inquisition, medieval punishments, public executions, cemeteries, and Barcelona legends. Guides such as Elena, Noah, Sara, and Annemarie use props, images, and radio headsets to keep the two-hour English tour clear and engaging. It is not a ghost tour and is best for ages 14 and up.

“Had a wonderful 2 hour walk through parts of old town. The stories were well researched, our guide was just lovely and the use of props and visuals made it interactive. I would have been happy if there was an earlier option as all the door and wine bar recommendations along the way made me want to stop and stay.”

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12.Barcelona Dark History Night Walking Tour With Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71

Start beside Santa Maria del Mar at 8 p.m. for Catalan legends, El Born’s former red-light district, a hidden graveyard, vermouth, sangria, a local shot, and a cocktail. Guides such as Vanesa, Mariah, Tami, Petra, and Ivana keep the evening social. The tour ends at Plaça Reial, ready for more nightlife.

“This was a great way to start our stay in Barcelona! Mind you, if you book this tour on your first night, it helps a whole lot with jet lag, because of the amount of alcohol you will be drinking lol. The tour itself was fun, interactive, informative, & even though it rained at the time we went, our tour guide, Tami, made it worthwhile! She was extremely personable & down-to-earth. And the drinks were good/tasty! Definitely would recommend this tour to anyone trying to enjoy their night whilst trying to get some drinks in!”

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13.Savor Spain: Food, Wine, History & Culture Small Group Tour in Old Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $134

Spend about four and a half hours walking from La Rambla through El Raval, the Gothic Quarter, and El Born. You’ll taste 15 regional dishes, sample alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and hear Barcelona’s history from guides such as Brian, Blanca, Hope, Daniel, and Eveline. The small-group format keeps the food stops social and personal.

“Daniel and Eveline were amazing guides who led us through the streets of Barcelona weaving history, culture and food into their narrative. Our children age 17 and 10 were fed and entertained which made our first experience in Barcelona relaxing and fun. Only downside is that we had to pay full price for the younger one who didn't drink any of the alcohol. But funnily enough, in Barcelona, juice can be more expensive than beer and wine! Highly recommended. Don't book through Viator though. Book directly through Wanderbeak. Viator does not stand behind it's customers.”

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14.La Boqueria Food, Wine & History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114

Spend about three hours walking Barcelona’s old town with a local guide such as Berta, Pau, Adriana or Joaquin. Stop at La Boqueria, sample Catalan food and wine at four eateries, and hear stories of the Gothic Quarter, El Born and Santa Maria del Mar. Lunch, tastings and cava are included.

“Great tour! Berta was amazing- great stops, great history. Loved it- Will book again when we are back in Barcelona!”

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15.Tipsy Tapas & History Tour in the Gothic Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 117 reviews · from $78

Walk from Plaza Reial through Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter with a local guide such as Ricardo or Hugo, stopping at three bars for tapas and Spanish drinks. Expect classic bites, cultural stories, a fixed menu with dietary options, and live music at the final venue. The three-hour tour ends near La Rambla.

“Ricardo was amazing- experienced, knowledgeable and most of all- a great personality. The tapas and drinks were delicious and an excellent chosen range of pairing. The evening flowed flawlessly, learned so much about history and culture with good fun. The places we visited really enhanced our experience and we indulged in many things we overlooked. Highly recommend. Would recommend at the beginning of your trip if possible, as this tour gives a good introduction with insightful recommendations for the beautiful city of Barcelona.Read more”

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