(800) 814 COOL Questions? Call Us Now!

Landmarks and Legends of El Born: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

New To The Site! Barcelona, Spain

Loading Options

75 to 90 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

Are you looking for a way to see Barcelona's El Born neighbourhood without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Find out how Barcelonians crowdsourced the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar and spot the hidden Gaudi sculpture on Cascada Monumental fountain
• Hear from producer John Hipper, an Australian now living in Spain who’s passionate about history
• Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
See 3 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Avinguda del Marquès de l'Argentera
Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

Show on Google Maps

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

End point

Passeig de Lluís Companys
08003 Barcelona, Spain

The tour ends in front of Barcelona's Arch de Truimf.

What To Expect

Parc de la Ciutadella (Pass By)

Barcelona’s Ciutadella Park has more to it than meets the eye. Its epic history of wars, destruction, politics, art, and expos have shaped it, and in doing so, changed the face of Barcelona forever.
Read more

El Born (Pass By)

On this walking tour, we’ll do more than simply stroll through the celebrated park, we’ll venture into the medieval streets of El Born, once a seaside suburb and thriving industrial area where many became wealthy.
Read more

Cascada Monumental (Pass By)

On this 75-minute stroll, you’ll spot the hidden Gaudi sculpture on Cascada Monumental fountain.
Read more

El Born Centre de Cultura i Memoria (Pass By)

On this 75-minute stroll, you’ll pass by various cultural centres including El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria, Picasso Museum, Moco Museum Barcelona, and Palau de la Música Catalana.
Read more

Passeig del Born (Pass By)

You’ll stroll down Passeig del Born and find out how the area transformed from a jousting strip into a market and, much later, into one of the city’s main thoroughfares.
Read more

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar (Pass By)

On this 75-minute stroll, you’ll find out how Barcelonians crowdsourced the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar.
Read more

Palau Dalmases (Pass By)

On this 75-minute stroll, you’ll pass by various cultural centres including El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria, Picasso Museum, Moco Museum Barcelona, and Palau de la Música Catalana.
Read more

Moco Museum Barcelona (Pass By)

On this 75-minute stroll, you’ll pass by various cultural centres including El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria, Picasso Museum, Moco Museum Barcelona, and Palau de la Música Catalana.
Read more

Museu Picasso (Pass By)

On this 75-minute stroll, you’ll pass by various cultural centres including El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria, Picasso Museum, Moco Museum Barcelona, and Palau de la Música Catalana.
Read more

Monasterio de Sant Pere de les Puel.les (Pass By)

On this 75-minute stroll, you’ll discover the origins of Sant Pere, one of Barcelona’s medieval neighbourhoods.
Read more

Arco de Triunfo de Barcelona (Pass By)

Along the way to Barcelona’s Arc de Triomf I’ll reveal how, thanks to a (so-called) accidental excavation, you’re now able to see what the streets would have been like in the 1700s. I’ll also tell you how the city’s modern street names still hold clues about what occurred on them centuries ago.
Read more
Show 9 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

(5)

Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.VoiceMap app for Android and iOS.Lifetime access to this tour in English. The following is NOT included: Smartphone and headphones.Transportation.Food and drink. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-110804P570


Loading Options

Similar Tours & Activities

Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting

Estrella Damm Old Brewery Barcelona Guided Tour with Beer Tasting

4
 1 hour 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$22.76

Girona City + Costa Brava Tour

Girona City + Costa Brava Tour

2
 8 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$705.46

PRIVATE TOUR: Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals (B-Corp certified)

PRIVATE TOUR: Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals (B-Corp certified)

 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$101.99

3 Hours Private Walking Foods and Goods Tour in Barcelona

3 Hours Private Walking Foods and Goods Tour in Barcelona

2
 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$91.32

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Likely to Sell Out

Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket

 1 hour 15 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$34.38

Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona

Montserrat Monastery Half Day Experience from Barcelona

 5 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$67.61

Barcelona Sunset Cruise with Light Snacks and Open Bar
Likely to Sell Out

Barcelona Sunset Cruise with Light Snacks and Open Bar

 2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$67.23

Barcelona in One Day: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & Old Town with Hotel Pick-up

Barcelona in One Day: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & Old Town with Hotel Pick-up

 8 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$113.99

What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

Report Product Issue

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Sorting, ranking, and search results

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

City Boat Tours wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through City Boat Tours over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.