Strolling through Tortosa

The tour lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes

Available in Catalan and Spanish

Description

A walking tour through some of the streets of the old town of Tortosa: Cathedral Square, the Episcopal Palace and its Gothic chapel, the Oliver de Boteller Palace, the Gothic fountain of the Chapel of the Holy Angel, the monument to the Battle of the Ebro, the Renaissance palaces of Oriol and Despuig, Plaza de la Cinta and the Baroque entrance to the Cathedral, the Gothic apse of the Cathedral, Casa Grego (Modernism), the Temple of Reparation, Portal del Romeu, Plaza de los Dolores, Cristo de la Purísima, the Rastre-Santa Clara wall, and the Royal Colleges (Renaissance Space).

Note for visitors:

Some sites may be closed due to visiting hours or holidays. These are hidden treasures you will discover along the route, rather than typical tourist spots. Other sites require an entrance fee, such as the Renaissance Interpretation Center, which is an optional stop on the tour.

Guide: Germain Arnau

Guiding since 2026

I am a very approachable person. I am a loyal and trustworthy individual who always wants to deliver a high standard of service and represent myself with a positive and professional approach. I am able to work with people at different levels and I adapt my style of delivery to meet the needs of all individuals. I do really love my City and languages too. That's why I am here. I am looking forward to show how beautifull Tortosa can be, and also, I want try to transfer the pasion that I feel about Tortosa. Get on board and I see you soon!

7 stops

775 m walking

1 hour and 30 minutes

Meeting point:Episcopal Palace of TortosaYou can find me at the Tourist Office, Old Slaughterhouse of Tortosa.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Casa de la GeneralitatKnown as the House of the General, the Generalitat, or "casa de canvis" (Exchange House). From there, we will discuss the "pont de barques" (bridge of boats), the Battle of the Ebro monument, the facade of the Oliver de Boteller palace, and the ancient Angel Fountain.

Outside visit

Palau DespuigRenaissance palaces of Oriol and Despuig. Currently used as a School and Conservatory of Music.

Outside visit

Carrer de l'OliveraIn the Plaza de la Cinta (or de la Olivera), we admire the south door of the cathedral, built in Baroque style and featuring the three patron saints of the city: Saint Cordula, Saint Candia, and Our Lady of the Cinta. In the same square, we can admire a Modernist jewel, the Casa Grego.

7 stops

775 m walking

1 hour and 30 minutes

Meeting point:Episcopal Palace of TortosaYou can find me at the Tourist Office, Old Slaughterhouse of Tortosa.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Palau DespuigRenaissance palaces of Oriol and Despuig. Currently used as a School and Conservatory of Music.

Outside visit

4 reviews

Professionalism

5.00

Entertainment

5.00

Communication

5.00

Quality

5.00

Route

5.00

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

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Not suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 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.