Free Walking Tours Barcelona

This is the highest-reviewed walking tour operation in Barcelona, and almost certainly one of the more frequently reviewed walking tour companies anywhere in the world.

The company's editorial summary captures it simply: 'The history and culture of Barcelona is covered by this company's free walking tours.' But the numbers tell the real story, nearly 13,000 families and travelers who came away from their Barcelona trip with an ideal experience of the city through this company's guides. The tours cover the history and culture of the city through the perspective of the company's carefully trained local guides, with a storytelling approach that works for mixed-age groups including families with school-age children.

Tours depart from the Paral*lel area and operate entirely on a tip model, there is no upfront charge. The company offers multiple tour routes covering different aspects of the city, making it possible to do more than one tour during an extended Barcelona visit. Book a spot online in advance, popular departure times fill up quickly.