Tour Details
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Product Type
- Tour
- Venues
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- Barcelona Cathedral
- Gothic Quarter
Photos & Highlights
- Explore Barcelona's Gothic Quarter through captivating storytelling that fosters learning in an engaging way
- Led by an expert guide who will make history come alive for your family
Tour Description
Hidden in dark corners of the Gothic Quarter, or sleeping in the upscale apartments of the Eixample, Barcelona’s most illustrious inhabitants watch silently as tourists and natives walk the city’s streets. But of whom do we speak, exactly? Dragons of course! Barcelona is home to the largest population of dragons in Europe. Carved out of stone, pieced together with bright tiles, or forged in a hot fire and beaten into shape on an anvil, these creatures guard ancient and modern façades all over the city. Our 2-hr Barcelona for kids tour provides an orientation to the Gothic Quarter through exploring the city's most iconic symbol, along the way revealing the history—both legendary and real—of the Catalan capital.
How to See Barcelona with Kids
Strap on your armor and grab your spear, as we head out into the streets of the Gothic Quarter in search of Barcelona's dragons. Along the way, you will stop by some of the area's most important monuments, tracing the Gothic Quarter's history while discovering the city’s special relationship with dragons. Strolling La Rambla, Barcelona's main pedestrian thoroughfare, we will admire the rich diversity of architecture on display, learning about the myths, legends, and yes, dragons that are associated with each of them.
"[Our guide] was amazing! Before retiring, I was the principal of a private school in Washington, D.C., and I thought to myself that he is exactly the kind of teacher I would have jumped at the chance to hire...really an incredible experience."
Experience Barcelona as a Family
The walk serves as an introduction to the bustling Gothic Quarter and provides an overview of some of Barcelona's distinctive architecture especially designed for kids. Material from the Gothic period to the early 20th century will be covered with a kid-friendly expert guide. The goal of this Barcelona tour for kids is to encourage active learning and fun while introducing children to Barcelona's history and architecture.
FAQ About the Barcelona Tour for Kids
My children are in their early to mid-teens. Is this walk appropriate for them? Our family tours are primarily designed for children under the age of 13, and this one in particular is ideal for young kids. For teens, we would recommend our private adult Gothic Quarter tour, the content for which can be adapted to an age-appropriate level.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible? The general route may include narrow sidewalks and cobblestoned streets; please contact us to discuss in more detail any mobility concerns so that we can best advise. We are always happy to discuss possible adjustments to the tour for clients with mobility concerns.
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We loved the tour. Biel’s explanations were engaging and fun for the kids and informative for the adults as well. We learned so much and he really brought the city alive. Thank you!
Isaac
Aug 3, 2024
While I didn’t realize the tour was geared for kids ages 8 and older, Biel was able to keep my 3 y/o engaged with finding the various creatures (dragons, bats, unicorns, etc.) along the tour as he loves all things dinosaurs at his age. I found the tour informative and interesting, especially to see how the ancient structures are blended with the modern day. Even after the tour as we toured Barcelona, my grandson saw a dragon on a building and was so excited!
Qiana
Jul 29, 2024
Maria was a great guide, our family enjoyed the tour very much!
Nancy
Jul 4, 2024
