Stories, Legends, and Mysteries of Barcelona Do you dare to discover the hidden side of Barcelona? In this unique tour, we will travel back in time to unveil the stories, legends, and secrets that have shaped the city. From the pacts with the devil told in Plaza del Pi to the bravery of martyrs like Santa Eulalia, and the funeral rituals of Roman society, you will explore the Barcelona that doesn't appear in tourist guides. Throughout the tour, you will not only see the main monuments but also the most mysterious and history-laden corners, such as the iconic Bishop's Bridge, where I will tell you a little legend, or Plaça Sant Felip Neri, a place that speaks to us of the devastating bombing suffered during the Spanish Civil War, leaving indelible marks on its architecture. Why is it different? This is not a simple monument tour: it is a narrative journey full of mystery, curiosities, and fascinating stories that bring to life every corner we visit. From the place where Santa Eulalia was thrown in a barrel to the secrets of Plaça del Rei and the attempted assassination of the Catholic king, each stop will immerse you in a unique story that you won't find on any other tour. A journey full of surprises, thrilling stories, and endless curiosities that will make you experience Barcelona like never before.
I'm Iván Stabile, a 34-year-old Argentinian tour guide with experience living in Argentina, Brazil, Italy, and Spain. Passionate about history, mysteries, and travel, I offer a unique tour of Barcelona, revealing its fascinating stories and legends. I invite you to discover the magic of this incredible city!
Meeting point:Carrer d'Estruc, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, SpainWe will meet at the intersection of Carrer d'Estruc and Carrer de Fontanella, an easy-to-find place full of history to start our tour. Arrive early so you don't miss the start of this fascinating adventure through the stories, legends, and mysteries of Barcelona. I will be wearing black clothes!Open in Google Maps →
Meeting point:Carrer d'Estruc, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, SpainWe will meet at the intersection of Carrer d'Estruc and Carrer de Fontanella, an easy-to-find place full of history to start our tour. Arrive early so you don't miss the start of this fascinating adventure through the stories, legends, and mysteries of Barcelona. I will be wearing black clothes!Open in Google Maps →
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Carrer d´Estruc
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MUHBA Via Sepulcral Romana
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Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi
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Professionalism
4.95
Entertainment
4.83
Communication
4.88
Quality
4.95
Route
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Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and €50 per participant.
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Ivan was an outstanding guide. The tour was beautifully delivered — engaging, atmospheric, and full of fascinating stories that brought the myths and legends of Barcelona to life. Everything was perfectly paced, and the experience was simply wonderful. Highly recommended.
Katrina
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Katelyn
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Shruti
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Viktoria
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Traveled with family
January 2026
Ivan was an outstanding guide. The tour was beautifully delivered — engaging, atmospheric, and full of fascinating stories that brought the myths and legends of Barcelona to life. Everything was perfectly paced, and the experience was simply wonderful. Highly recommended.
Katrina
1 Review
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Katelyn
2 Reviews
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Shruti
5 Reviews
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Traveled alone
January 2026
Ivan is very knowledgeable with the topic, it is a low season so we are only 2 in the tour but he is still professional to do the tour and super enthusiast.very recommended!
Traveled alone
January 2026
I have done a lot of walking tours, and I love discovering the history of the places I travel to. Ivan’s tour was definitely one of the best I’ve ever experienced! Ivan was knowledgeable about the places on our tour, shared some incredible history, interesting stories and made sure all of us on the tour were engaged. He took the time to explain things in detail, and answer all questions. Many of the places that he pointed out are not shown in a regular tour. I really feel he went above and beyond to give a great experience, and his passion really showed. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more about Barcelona! Thank you Ivan!
Traveled as couple
December 2025
Had a great first day in Barcelona with Ivan. He was polite, very knowledgeable and personable as well :)
He gave us some wonderful knowledge about Barcelona’s and Catalan history and if only we weren’t so tired after a bone breaking long haul flight, we would have enjoyed it more!
Must visit
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Traveled with family
January 2026
Ivan was an outstanding guide. The tour was beautifully delivered — engaging, atmospheric, and full of fascinating stories that brought the myths and legends of Barcelona to life. Everything was perfectly paced, and the experience was simply wonderful. Highly recommended.
Booking verified
Traveled alone
January 2026
Ivan is very knowledgeable with the topic, it is a low season so we are only 2 in the tour but he is still professional to do the tour and super enthusiast.very recommended!
Booking verified
Traveled alone
January 2026
I have done a lot of walking tours, and I love discovering the history of the places I travel to. Ivan’s tour was definitely one of the best I’ve ever experienced! Ivan was knowledgeable about the places on our tour, shared some incredible history, interesting stories and made sure all of us on the tour were engaged. He took the time to explain things in detail, and answer all questions. Many of the places that he pointed out are not shown in a regular tour. I really feel he went above and beyond to give a great experience, and his passion really showed. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more about Barcelona! Thank you Ivan!
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
December 2025
Had a great first day in Barcelona with Ivan. He was polite, very knowledgeable and personable as well :)
He gave us some wonderful knowledge about Barcelona’s and Catalan history and if only we weren’t so tired after a bone breaking long haul flight, we would have enjoyed it more!
Must visit
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
December 2025
The tour was amazing, inspiring and very well structured! We had a real private tour (just me and my wife, because the rest didn't show up), which allowed us to ask many questions! Ivan's knowledge of Barcelonas & Catalina & Spain is phenomenal and no question remains unanswered!
Traveled alone
January 2026
Ivan is very knowledgeable with the topic, it is a low season so we are only 2 in the tour but he is still professional to do the tour and super enthusiast.very recommended!
Traveled alone
January 2026
I have done a lot of walking tours, and I love discovering the history of the places I travel to. Ivan’s tour was definitely one of the best I’ve ever experienced! Ivan was knowledgeable about the places on our tour, shared some incredible history, interesting stories and made sure all of us on the tour were engaged. He took the time to explain things in detail, and answer all questions. Many of the places that he pointed out are not shown in a regular tour. I really feel he went above and beyond to give a great experience, and his passion really showed. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more about Barcelona! Thank you Ivan!
Traveled as couple
December 2025
Had a great first day in Barcelona with Ivan. He was polite, very knowledgeable and personable as well :)
He gave us some wonderful knowledge about Barcelona’s and Catalan history and if only we weren’t so tired after a bone breaking long haul flight, we would have enjoyed it more!
Must visit
Booking verified
Traveled with family
January 2026
Ivan was an outstanding guide. The tour was beautifully delivered — engaging, atmospheric, and full of fascinating stories that brought the myths and legends of Barcelona to life. Everything was perfectly paced, and the experience was simply wonderful. Highly recommended.
Booking verified
Traveled alone
January 2026
Ivan is very knowledgeable with the topic, it is a low season so we are only 2 in the tour but he is still professional to do the tour and super enthusiast.very recommended!
Booking verified
Traveled alone
January 2026
I have done a lot of walking tours, and I love discovering the history of the places I travel to. Ivan’s tour was definitely one of the best I’ve ever experienced! Ivan was knowledgeable about the places on our tour, shared some incredible history, interesting stories and made sure all of us on the tour were engaged. He took the time to explain things in detail, and answer all questions. Many of the places that he pointed out are not shown in a regular tour. I really feel he went above and beyond to give a great experience, and his passion really showed. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more about Barcelona! Thank you Ivan!
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
December 2025
Had a great first day in Barcelona with Ivan. He was polite, very knowledgeable and personable as well :)
He gave us some wonderful knowledge about Barcelona’s and Catalan history and if only we weren’t so tired after a bone breaking long haul flight, we would have enjoyed it more!
Must visit
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
December 2025
The tour was amazing, inspiring and very well structured! We had a real private tour (just me and my wife, because the rest didn't show up), which allowed us to ask many questions! Ivan's knowledge of Barcelonas & Catalina & Spain is phenomenal and no question remains unanswered!
