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Barcelona Literary Tour - Beyond Orwell and Hemingway

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150 to 240 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

The Barcelona Literary Tour takes you on a walk around the city visiting sites relevant to authors, novels and the history of the city. You will see the houses of famous authors, the haunts of their characters and learn about the city and the writers it has attracted over the last millennium! We will explore the words and worlds of writers both local and from abroad!

What the tour covers:

George Orwell and Homage to Catalonia
Ernest Hemingway and Martha Gellhorn in Spain
The Shadow of the Wind
Cathedral of the Sea
Literary history of Barcelona
Catalan Medieval, Renaissance and Modern Literature
Latin American Boom
Contemporary Catalan and Spanish Authors
And much more…

What's Included

  • An indepth tour of the literary history of the city
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Plaça Reial
Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Plaça de Catalunya
08002 Barcelona, Spain

The tour ends in this central square where the old town meets more modern parts of the city.

What To Expect

Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)

Explore the Gothic Quarter in a unique literary context. Giving a fresh perspective on popular sights as well as visiting some places off the beaten track.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Born / La Ribera

Follow medieval footsteps through a neighbourhood where history meets fiction and working class craftsmen rubbed shoulders with wealthy merchants.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

El Raval

This area is mostly included in the longer version of the tour.Experience one of the most interesting barrios of Barcelona, seeing the constant of evolution of a neighbourhood in flux and see some of the stomping grounds of the writers it attracted.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The tour involves walking and standing and we try to facilitate as many people as possible, if you have a particular need don't hesitate to let us know and we will adapt as necessary.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Barcelona Literary Tour – Beyond Orwell and Hemingway?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-212389P1

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  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The tour involves walking and standing and we try to facilitate as many people as possible, if you have a particular need don't hesitate to let us know and we will adapt as necessary.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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