La Mercè 2024: the main highlights of the festival

Ann Marie Brannigan 41 Comments

The weather is gorgeous and there is a feeling of festivity in the air. From the 20th to the 24th of September we are celebrating La Mercè 2024, the festival of festivals in Barcelona. It is in honour of one of the patron saints of the city: our Lady of the Mercy. All of you lucky ones to be here, don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to experience some of the best Catalan traditions.

Each year, Barcelona invites a city to be part of the festivities. In 2024 it will be Casablanca, so expect plenty of activities and performances related to the Moroccan City.

Of course, our scheduled Barcelona Free Walking Tours will be running as usual and we will probably stumble across some of the celebrations, which makes it even more special. You can see now the Full programme of La Mercè 2024 to give you a taste of what you can do and see.

The programme for 2024 is huge though, so I have also selected the most traditional ones that I think you shouldn’t miss. Check them out!

This post was updated in September 2024.

INDEX

Human towers (“castells”)
- Guest “castellers” day
- Local “Castellers” day
Giants, dragons & beasts
Fire run (“correfoc”)
- Adult’s “correfoc”
- Children’s “correfoc”
Light shows & fireworks
- Piromusical (closing act)
- Drone light show at the beach

Human towers (“castells”)

Castells is the Catalan word for castles and Castellers are the people who form these incredible human towers up to 10 floors high. Like in architecture, there are many styles of towers: with 2, 3, or 5 people on each floor, as a single individual tower… The list goes on. Silently, listen out for the music during its construction. Its changing tune gives crucial information to the Castellers about what stage it is at. Once the child at the top raises a hand, then you can cheer out loud. The castle has been built! The next part is to deconstruct it floor by floor. Cheer louder!

Castellers at the Festival of La Merce — Castellers at Plaça de Sant Jaume in Barcelona during La Mercè. Photo by Steve

Guest “castellers” day

Without a doubt, the best day to experience human towers in Barcelona. The square will be crowded and hot (bring a sun hat) but the best groups from Catalonia will be performing. If you want to be in the middle of the action, arrive very early and stand on the side of the Town Hall as it will be shaded.

When: Sunday 22nd (12:00h)
Where: Plaça Sant Jaume

Local “Castellers” day

Barcelona, Poble Sec, Sants, Sarrià… Some of the local neighbourhoods have their own group and will be building their towers this day.

When: Tuesday 24th (13:00h)
Where: Plaça Sant Jaume

To give you a taste of what you can experience, check out this video of La Mercè Festival where the Terrassa Castellers group built (and unbuilt) an amazing 10-storey high human tower with 3 people on each floor.

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Giants, dragons & beasts

Don’t be surprised if you see some dragons and giants on the streets during the festival. This is one of the longest-standing traditions of the city. The giants sometimes measure higher than 4 metres, weighing up to 63 kilos. A hot and heavy job for the person carrying it underneath their skirt. You will see kings, queens and biblical figures alongside fishermen, thieves or butchers, all representing their local neighbourhoods. The beasts and dragons are also plentiful and varied and they come alive during the “correfoc” breathing live fire. A spectacle not to be missed.

Giants Parade at la Merce Festival — Giants ready to start the Parade of la Mercè. Photo by Procsilas Moscas

“Toc d’inici” (start of the festival)

The best way to introduce yourself to the typical dances of the giants and beasts while celebrating the start of La Mercè.

When: Friday 20th (19:00h)
Where: Plaça de Sant Jaume

“Xambanga”

A totally untraditional parade with fancy dresses for the giants and fun for everyone, including the people who carry the figures.

When: Monday 23rd (22:00h)
Where: From Plaça Sant Jaume (C/ del Bisbe, C/ de Ferran, C/ de Jaume I and C/ de la Ciutat)

International Meeting of Giants

A new event this year to commemorate the 600th anniversary of the Giants of the city of Barcelona. Giants from different European and Latin American countries will be parading the streets in a great opportunity to enjoy these wonderful figures.

When: Saturday 21st (19:30h) and Sunday 22nd (10:00h)
Where: Plaça de Sant Jaume

Beasts and Dragons parade

To see them breathing fire, you have to go to the “correfoc” but if you prefer a quieter experience, this is the parade for you (not as many bangers or fire involved).

When: Friday 20th (22:00h)
Where: From Plaça Comercial (route: C/ del Comerç, C/ de la Princesa, C/ de Montcada, C/ dels Sombrerers, pl. de Santa Maria del Mar, C/ de Santa Maria, pg. del Born and pl. comercial)

Main giants parade

You just can’t miss the long parade of every single giant of Barcelona dancing down the medieval streets.

When: Tuesday 24th (18:00h)
Where: From Carrer Pelai to Plaça Sant Jaume (route: Carrer Pelai, pl. de Catalunya, la Rambla, Ferran, pl. de Sant Jaume)

In this video you can see the Giants Parade (Cavalçata de La Mercè) together with many of the traditional activities at Festes de La Mercè:

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Giants, dragons and beasts exhibitions

A wonderful display of the giants and beasts of the different neighbourhoods of the city at 3 different locations. Please be aware that sometimes the giants and beasts won’t be there as they will be parading on the streets.

Giants & Beasts of “Seguici Popular de Barcelona”:

When: From September 18th to September 24th (10:00h to 20:00h)
Where: Palau de la Virreina (Giants & Beasts of “Seguici Popular de Barcelona”)

Giants of the city:

When: From September 18th to September 23rd (10:00h to 20:00h)
Where: Pati Manning (Giants)

Dragons and Beasts:

When: From September 18th to September 22nd (10:00h to 20:00h)
Where: El Born CC (Dragons and Beasts)

Fire run (“correfoc”)

Although quite a modern tradition dating from 1979, this parade has become one of the landmarks of La Mercè 2024. I am sure it would be banned in any other European country but here in Barcelona we just love the fire. The spectacle of hundreds of people dressed as devils and pushing the beasts of the city down the street is something difficult to forget. Not for the faint-hearted but definitely for the adventurous. If you want to be in the front rows, remember to wear a cotton cap and long cotton sleeves as the devils will chase you with their giant whirling sparklers. It is all part of the fun.

Correfoc during La Merce Festival — Devils at the start of the correfoc of la Mercè. Photo by Steve

Adult’s “correfoc”

The main one. Full-on fire, bangers, devils, dragons and beasts. Don’t miss it!

When: Saturday 21st (20:30h)
Where: Passeig de Gràcia (from C/Consell de Cent to C/ Provença)

Children’s “correfoc”

A little tamer than the adult one and just because children want to have fun too.

When: Saturday 21st (18:00h)
Where: Passeig de Gràcia (from C/Provença to C/Consell de Cent)

Light shows & fireworks

Forget the cinema in La Mercè 2024. Gaze to the heavens to catch some pretty spectacular fireworks down at the Barceloneta beach while enjoying candy floss from the fair stands. The closing act of the festival also includes the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc with roaring music, competing against the sound of fireworks exploding in the air. You just can not get a more dramatic end to La Mercè 2024!

Piromusical fireworks at la Merce Festival — The Piromusical, final act of La Mercè Festival. Photo by Xavi

Piromusical (closing act)

You can come early to get a place in front of the fountain although there is plenty of space to accommodate everyone.

When: Tuesday 24th (22:00h)
Where: Av. Reina Maria Cristina

Drone light show at the beach

You will see them from everywhere on the beach. Sit on the sand and soak it all in.

When: Sunday 22nd & Monday 23rd (22:00h)
Where: Barceloneta Beach

There are many other activities you can participate in. Concerts, theatre, circus,… They all have a slot during La Mercè 2024 and the best part of it is that all of it is for free. To see a list of everything that is on offer you can visit the official website of La Mercè 2024 or download the La Mercè App on Google Play or App Store.

Also, if you are here for a few days, don’t forget to check our complete article with things to do in Barcelona. Go on, have the time of your life!

Main photograph by PhotographYeah!

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Surya Narayanan

19:22 06 Jul 24

I spent my last day in Barcelona by doing the gothic quarter walking tour with this company and especially with Julie as our guide. Julie was simply wonderful and one of the best guides I have had in my walking tours... across Europe. Her style was unique. she involved the group, had anecdotes to share, and a way to make the group live through the period. She was also extremely patient and stayed back for a few mins to address any questions. She seemed very passionate about her work and it showed up when she was explaining things. I would definitely recommend Julie and the Runner Bean Tours as well for their unique style of training their employees to make our experiences memorable. I wish I took the other tours too, with this company.read more

19:11 06 Jul 24

Julie was an amazing guide, super knowledgeable, fun and clearly an experienced tour guide! Highly recommend even if you're jet lagged she'll keep your attention!

15:48 06 Jul 24

Chandra Carlson

19:10 05 Jul 24

The Gothic Quarter Tour with Lisa was wonderful. I learned a lot about the history of the area and it has sparked my interest to learn more! The pace of the tour was perfect and the 2.5 hours passed in a flash. I... highly recommend.read more

12:15 05 Jul 24

Jarrod gave a great tour of the Gothic Quarter. You could tell he was a local.

11:30 05 Jul 24

Jarrod was a great guide, full of fantastic information and local tips.

Sebastian Toncu

11:28 05 Jul 24

10:19 05 Jul 24

My family and I thoroghly enjoyed our Gaudi tour with Julie. She had everyone introduce themselves, which made it easier to strike up conversations during the tour. She is very knowledgeable about the history of... Barcelona, it's expansion, Gaudi and the changing political and economic views during his time. She explained how Gaudi got his start, has pictures of the interior of the buildings you see, explains the outside facades, etc. She was patient, answered all our questions and can speak French, German, Spanish and English. Truly a delightful tim. We highly recommend this tour. Thank you Julie and the Runner Beans Tour group! 🙂read more

14:55 04 Jul 24

Lisa was so friendly and knowledgeable, we had a lovely time on the Gothic/Old Town tour and got some great recommendations for how to spend the rest of our trip. 10/10 recommend to anyone.

13:45 04 Jul 24

Best Tour Guide ever. Julie on the Gaudí Free Tour.

Fredrick Davidson

05:57 04 Jul 24

We booked the Gaudi tour. Going with Runner Bean was a great decision. Mari was our guide and we thought she was excellent. Our only mistake was not also booking a tour of the Gothic area! We highly recommend Runner... Bean.read more

19:31 03 Jul 24

Very relaxed and yet very informative. We’ve gained deeper appreciation for Gaudi’s life and works. Jarrod is such a gem.

15:15 03 Jul 24

Ram was a fantastic tour guide with an expansive knowledge and a great sense of humor. We really enjoyed this. Thank you!

15:04 03 Jul 24

We managed to get Jarred for both tours and found him to be a very knowledgeable and experience travel guide. His passion for Barcelona history shone, even though he’s an Aussie and we really appreciated his experience... and understanding of the culture.read more

12:56 03 Jul 24

An excellent tour given by Noah. Intersting, informative and amusing! I enjoyed every minute of it, and can thoroughly recommend Runner Bean.

12:58 02 Jul 24

Great tour, very knowledgeable guide (Jordan), and a beautiful city - what more could you want

11:51 27 Jun 24

Absolutely incredible experience exploring the works of Gaudí! Highly recommend. Our tour guide Ram was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable.

16:07 26 Jun 24

Runner Bean is a fabulous tour company! Booking was efficient and smooth. Gorka was very communicative through the process. We did a private tour with Dani of the Gothic quarter and Sagrada Familia. It felt like... spending the day with a local and he tailored the tour to us. Dani was very personable and full of knowledge. We highly recommend a private tour with Runner Bean and will use them again on our next visit to beautiful Barcelona!read more

07:45 26 Jun 24

As first time visitors of Barcelona, I was recommended this tour by family who are very familiar with Spain. My partner and I booked the Gaudi tour which was a fantastic experience. Our guide Lisa was amazing, very... knowledgeable, friendly, and inclusive. Lisa had a great way of explaing the significance (history, politics, economics) of these sites and was amazing at creating positive energy and encouraging questions, sharing insights and interpretations amongst the group. The whole experience felt very genuine. If we had time, I wouldn't hesistate at the opportunity to book another runner bean tour anywhere in the world. Fantastic experience all around. Thank you Lisa!read more

Patricia Carvajal

16:14 25 Jun 24

This is a must. We were very pleased by the quality of the information and fun tour guide.

14:26 25 Jun 24

Our group of five had a phenomenal two days of tours with Diana. She was personable, knowledgeable and extremely friendly. She made all of Barcelona very relatable and told us personal anecdotes that made it even more... authentic. We loved her stories and she even made lists of other places for us to visit outside of the tours during our remaining time in Barcelona. She made great food recommendations too! We had a blast and would recommend the tours with her to anyone.!read more

13:17 24 Jun 24

The Gothic Walking Tour with Jarrod was great! He was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable, engaging and gave great recommendations. He was super accommodating and mindful of someone on our tour in a wheelchair, too.... We thoroughly enjoyed the tour with him!read more

Debbie Donatelli

20:44 23 Jun 24

Julie did a fantastic job on the Guadi Tour. She was very knowledgable and took care of us by diverting a pick pocket on the metro. She took care of her pack. Thank you.

17:55 23 Jun 24

We had a great time on our Gaudi Architecture Tour! The guide was informative, flexible, and made the information funny and accessible.

11:41 23 Jun 24

Jarrod was our wonderful and informative guide. Highly recommended.

11:40 23 Jun 24

Jarrod was lovely. Great tour.

17:15 22 Jun 24

What an amazing tour !! The kids tour is a must have if you have children. They had so much fun and made roaming the gothic quarter very enjoyable for them.It was also great for the adults. We learned so much and got... a lot of advice and our guide Katherine was so helpful in answering our questions.We will definitely be doing the other tours they offer when we come back !!Thank you! This was a highlight of our trip ☺️read more

16:44 22 Jun 24

Ram is amazing

Mary Ann McCulloch

11:34 22 Jun 24

Jarrod was very knowledgeable and helpful! Loved the tour!

13:42 21 Jun 24

Wonderful tour from Albert! He was full of knowledge and very kind to us tourists.

23:56 20 Jun 24

Great tour group that went above and beyond. I was in Barcelona for a two days and wanted to explore the Gothic Quarter w/o getting lost. Jarrod led our group and he gave a very informative and entertaining tour. I... would recommend this group to anyone visiting BCN!read more

Christine Kessel

11:41 18 Jun 24

Jarrod was AMAZING! Very thorough and entertaining tour. I highly recommend!

Scarlett Frances

11:40 18 Jun 24

Jarrod was an amazing tour guide very thorough and entertaining I would highly recommend taking Jarrod’s tour is very entertaining and would definitely do it again coming back to Barcelona

Alexander Forghani

17:01 17 Jun 24

Took a tour with Jarrod through the Gothic Quarter, it was wonderful and highly informative. Jarrod is a kind and generous guide and infuses a lot of the dense, sometimes dark subject matter of the history of the Gothic... quarter with a great sense of humor. Perfect for families, couples traveling, anyone traveling to Barcelona or just looking to learn more about it’s history.read more

17:00 17 Jun 24

I did 2 tours with Jarrod today and found them incredibly engaging and interactive. Jarrod was so knowledgeable, enthusiastic and caring for everyone on the tour. Highly recommend

16:58 17 Jun 24

Good and easy, cost efficient. Thanks for Jarred

11:24 17 Jun 24

Jarrod was excellent! Great tour and story telling!

11:23 17 Jun 24

We had a wonderful tour with Jarrod! Perfectly paced and lots of gaudi history. Would definitely recommend!!

Kevin Davies - Voiceover Talent

15:08 16 Jun 24

I really recommend booking a tour with Runner Bean! Our guide was Noah, and he was fantastic. Personable, funny, and very knowledgeable. Oh, and he likes to quiz the group as you go along!One of the main reasons I... liked this tour is that it was the only one I could find before 6pm! Our tour lasted from 11am to almost 2pm... and our group was 19 people so it's not too big. There is a short break in the middle of the tour to grab some refreshments, or a coffee or a snack or sandwich.Be sure to ask Noah about his recommendations on places to eat and things to see. I can't remember the name of the restaurant he told us to check out but it was fantastic after the tour.10/10 would book again.read more

Vicky Vasserman

21:15 15 Jun 24

Wow, what an incredible tour! Lisa filled our minds not just with historical facts but with fantastic imagery of legends, making this tour so much more enjoyable and memorable! Highly recommended!

Lana Mihelčič

14:38 15 Jun 24

Great guide, very knowledgeable, very clear explanations. And a very interesting tour, have learnt quite a bit!

17:04 14 Jun 24

Jarrod was amazing. He took us to over 2 hours of tour of the gothic street and it was perfect! He had fun stories, gave us a break in the middle and even gave recommendations for food and drinks afterwards. Highly... recommend runner beans tour.read more

17:03 14 Jun 24

We had tour with Jerrod, excellent tour guide…keep up the good work 😊

Suchitra Mishra

17:02 14 Jun 24

20:32 12 Jun 24

Great tour. Very informative

19:44 12 Jun 24

Highly recommend! Jarrod, our tour guide, was excellent. We have done several dozen tours across Europe (pay what you like, paid group and private) and this was one of the best. Jarrod was very engaging with the entire... group including several children. He told many interesting stories covering the history of Barcelona showing us the historic buildings.read more

17:00 12 Jun 24

Jarrod gave us a fun and very informative tour of the Gothic Quarter and The Born! Highly recommend!

16:59 12 Jun 24

13:30 12 Jun 24

Runner bean does not disappoint. Jarrod, our guide was great. The tour covered so much and the metro is easy to access. Sagrada familia is breathtaking.

Richard Ramshaw

21:49 11 Jun 24

Great tour of the gothic quarter in Barcelona, very informative with a lot of history. Our guide was well informed and had great knowledge of the city. Shame about the rain, but that's life I guess 😄

17:24 11 Jun 24

Super interesting trip and a fantastic guide who shared his great knowledge about big and small. Can be highly recommended.

Vadym Pasichnyk

11:43 11 Jun 24

Thank you for the tour Jarrod!

15:32 10 Jun 24

Tour guide Noah in Barcelona was amazing! He was extremely knowledgeable and funny!

07:05 10 Jun 24

We went to 2 tours with Ram,He's very knowledgeable, funny, responsible and helpful.He made sure we have the best tour possible, and gave a lot of tips for our time in Barcelona,Very recommended!

15:22 09 Jun 24

We really enjoyed the tour. It was a good mix of history and sightseeing and 2,5 hours is a good length of time. Definitely recommend it!

15:03 09 Jun 24

Ram was an amazing tour guide for Barcelona! He had a really fun sense of humor and had a deep knowledge of the city. The tour was super informative and well paced, and we got a great overview of the gothic quarter in... just over 2 hoursread more

16:56 08 Jun 24

Fantastic tour with Jarrad. Hugely insightful, lots of personality and insights!

11:49 06 Jun 24

Thank you Jarrod! Great gaudi tour 😎

16:41 04 Jun 24

The Gothic Quarter Free Walking Tour is an excellent tour of the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. Our guide, Julie was so knowledgeable, pleasant & well spoken. She was also very concerned about all the people on the tour,... that they could hear her & that everyone was able to follow her. She made the tour a very enjoyable experience!!read more

Kyra Longchamps

08:28 04 Jun 24

Noah gave me the best tour I’ve had so far. His presentation style and entertaining energy really made a difference. He made it dynamic and interactive, perfect for families or if you find history boring. I booked the... night one with him too. Great way to discover the city from a local point of view. Thanks Noah 🙏🏽read more

19:31 03 Jun 24

Ram was an incredible guide, really friendly and informative, super interesting. Would recommend the Gaudi tour to anyone!

18:58 03 Jun 24

Enjoyed a Runner Bean Gothic Quarter tour today. Julia was our guide, and I had a wonderful time and learned a lot. We saw Roman columns, heard stories of Medieval saints, kings, dragon slayers, and Catalan history. I... saw so many interesting parts of this city that I would have never seen on my own. We had a small group and Julia was careful to be sure we could all see the sites and hear her narration. It was a 10 out of 10 experience!read more

11:22 03 Jun 24

Incredible, Ram is so amazing !Thanks again so much !!

20:39 02 Jun 24

Took the Gaudi Tour with Ram and Gothic Tour with Noah. Both were excellent. Really good information and the pace of the tour was exactly right. Both have great communication skills and made the tours funny, insightful... and very enjoyable.read more

Eileen Thornton

21:10 01 Jun 24

Noah was so knowledgeable and entertaining … love the history and the beauty 💕

11:21 01 Jun 24

Albert was our guide! He was very knowledgeable, kept the tour moving and gave great information re: everything that we saw. Highly recommend!

Petra “Burizon”

11:16 01 Jun 24

14:14 31 May 24

We went on the Gothic Quarter tour - our guide Ram was great and the tour was very interesting!

14:02 30 May 24

We were recommended Runner Bean tours from friends and were not disappointed in the slightest. Julie was a brilliant and very knowledgable tour guide and despite a rain shower, we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. It... is however essential to prebook as people were turned away from our tour, having reached the maximum 20, and having only a short time in Barcelona, we would not have wanted to be disappointed. 10 out of 10 for the whole experience, from booking, meeting up and tour.read more

Rachael Karpman

04:15 30 May 24

Jarrod was a brilliant guide, with great pacing and balancing humour with history. It was a beautiful way to get to know the Catalonian and Jewish history.

20:06 29 May 24

Jared was factual, fun, and knowledgeable. An awesome guide. Great tour!!

18:03 29 May 24

This was my third visit to Barcelona but absolutely the best one due to the outstanding tour provided by Dani as guide and Alex as driver. Dani knew every detail about the city and was able to answer any obscure... question asked. Alex whisked us around the city without any problems at all. Thank you for providing the 6 of us a wonderful experience!read more

12:11 29 May 24

Jarrod, our Australian tour guide was kind, considerate and knowledgeable!!! Our tour was exceptional!! Would HIGHLY recommend a tour with Jarrod when you’re in Barcelona!!!

Eneida Hernandez

11:45 29 May 24

Jared did a great job explaining everything. Recommend this tour !

23:43 28 May 24

Lisa was fantastic! She enthusiastically shared stories that helped make Gaudi and his clients come to life, while also managing our group, the crowd, and the metro with professionalism and care. She was able to... answer all of our questions and truly made our introduction to Barcelona fantastic.read more

20:35 28 May 24

We had Noah as our tour guide for the Gothic Quarter tour in Barcelona today and he was incredible! Super knowledgable about everything and had a great sense of humor, very exciting and enjoyable to be around! Would... absolutely tour again!read more

15:40 28 May 24

Loved the Gothic Tour we did with Ram. He was very knowledgeable and obviously enjoyed what he does. Would highly recommend!

13:47 28 May 24

Jarred was a great guide- knowledgeable, relaxed and very friendly. Attended with my 13 year old son and we both learned a lot and e hired ourselves. Highly recommended.

18:41 27 May 24

Robert Shankland

12:50 27 May 24

This tour is a must do. Jarrod was fun and informative. It did not feel like 2.5 hours. The tour covered a good amount of the El Born, Las Ramblas and Gothic sections of Barcelona. I learned a lot and got some light... exercise while doing it.read more

11:32 27 May 24

Jarrod was amazing!!!! Well spoken, enthusiastic, and makes it a great experience. Highly recommend.

11:32 27 May 24

V informative and good pace loved it. jarrod is a great and interesting guide. No regrets.

Jennifer Claeys

16:53 26 May 24

Our family really enjoyed taking this tour and would highly recommend it! Lisa did a fabulous job and her love for Barcelona was very evident. She was very knowledgeable with history facts and local culture.

Anaii Lee-Ender

12:13 26 May 24

Jarrod, our guide, was the bomb! The tour was super informative and given at an easy pace, was interactive and energetic. We learned all sorts about the history, architecture, culture, and politics of the city. We even... got a little bonus your of the Born neighborhood after where we got some local tips. Highly recommend. Really a great introduction for anyone visiting!!!read more

11:55 26 May 24

We had a wonderful time and Jarrod was absolutely entertaining, personable, and knowledgeable about the history of the Gothic Quarter and Barcelona!! This tour is a must when you are in Barcelona!!

Marília Almeida Santos

17:07 25 May 24

Amazing tour, with good explanation and always worried if the no natives are able to understand all words and expressions, thank you a lot Jarrod.

19:55 24 May 24

Amazing a passionate talk about Barcelona!

15:25 24 May 24

11:42 24 May 24

A wonderful tour of old Barcelona - Julie was an entertaining guide and we learned so much from her of the history here. I highly recommend this tour and Julie as well!!

05:55 21 May 24

Very informative tour. The guide was professional and knowledgeable.

17:21 20 May 24

We took the Gaudí tour with Ram and he was sooo knowledgeable and gave us the best overview. Literally booked another tour for tomorrow because of how great today was.

Karen Vandekerkhove

12:47 20 May 24

Amazing tour! Than you Jarrod 😊

11:41 20 May 24

Absolutely a fantastic tour, Jarrod our guide was very attentive and knowledgeable. We highly recommend him as a guide

19:17 19 May 24

Our tour guide Lisa was amazing! She went so above and beyond with recommendations and the history on the gothic quarter tour! Her skills are amazing! Sending love from 🇨🇦! Thank you for a wonderful tour... in Barcelonaread more

leticia vallecilo

11:32 19 May 24

Rpkelly1985 Kelly

17:09 18 May 24

Jarrod was our tour guide. He was awesome. The streets of the gothic quarter were amazing and Jarrod was super knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

17:08 18 May 24

Jarroed was awesome. I learned a lot about gothic square. I went to places I would never find and knew about it.

Malvina De La Canal

21:21 17 May 24

Our tour guide Katheryn was great! She took us at a pleasant pace through the major sights in Barrio Gotico, while giving us a brief and entertaining background on the history and significance of each place, some of... which are easy to miss. We had a nice break in between where we stopped for coffee, and ended the tour at the Barcelona Cathedral. I highly recommend if you want to go for a nice stroll through Barrio Gotico and would like to know what you’re looking at.read more

20:38 17 May 24

I really enjoyed the gothic quarter walk.

17:45 17 May 24

Great tour, totally worth your time! Jarrod was a fantastic guide! Very kind, knowledgeable, and professional!

17:04 17 May 24

Jarred was so pleasant and informative. He is such a sympathic guide, I highly recommend him!

17:03 17 May 24

Jarrod was great!

Linda Slaughter

21:57 16 May 24

Great tour! Julie was informative; well versed about our tour stops. Gave a good introduction of some of the popular sights in the city. Really tried to make sure everyone had a good time. Pleasant personality.... Recommend tour.read more

20:51 16 May 24

Wonderful tour of areas in Barcelona Old City that I would never have found by myself.

18:47 16 May 24

Throughly enjoyed the walking Gaudi tour with Albert. He is very knowledgeable about the history and his narrative explanations were very engaging. It is a tour which you shouldn’t miss especially if you are planning... to visit the Sagrada Familia.read more

14:50 15 May 24

Jarrod was great! He gave us an amazing walk through of Gothic Quarter. Highly recommend if you have some time.

10:27 14 May 24

We had such a great private tour with our super guide Anna and our lovely driver Alex, such a great team, we would highly recommend Runner Beans tours!

18:42 13 May 24

We had a wonderful tour through the Gothic Quarter with Julie. She was an outstanding guide that made our tour full of fun and knowledge. Thank you for making our trip to Barcelona even more enjoyable!

22:45 12 May 24

Albert was fantastic!! His tour was a great combination of important historic facts and sites with fun, by one of the region’s proud & knowledgable locals. Highly recommend

14:55 12 May 24

The Gothic walking tour was great, the Guide, he was great ,he's a Historian,he Explains everything so well, I learn more about the Christians and the Jewish,Than I have in a while,in Barcelona, I would recommend the... walking tour to anyone,thank you,Harryread more

14:03 11 May 24

We have a brilliant tour for our family of 4 with Ann-marie. It was designed really well to keep our 8 and 5 yr old really engaged with lots of fun games and learning activities. This as well as thoughtfully planned... coffee stop and some treats for the kids meant we all had a great time exploring the gothic area of Barcelona. Highly recommended for families.read more

14:49 10 May 24

Great narrative walking tour. History lesson in a nutshell in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona.

22:36 09 May 24

Very nice tour with a warm personal touch. Our guide was British, married to a man from Spain, and contributed a few very interesting personal stories to the history of the Barri Gothic and in fact the history of the... City of Barcelona. Many tours are cheesy, oe boring - this one is neither. Highly recommended.read more

19:40 09 May 24

15:27 09 May 24

I want to start and say that this review is for Ram. That's R-A-M in case there is any confusion. I'll now start off again by saying that, having done no other tour of the Gothic Quarter, I'm convinced there is no... better guide, possibly person, in all of Barcelona.After briefly meeting and checking in with him 20 minutes before the tour, my first words to my girlfriend was "Oh my I love him so much!" If that tells you anything. Ram had a way, just by being himself, of making us feel very welcomed and safe. I saw a lot of people come out of their shell during the tour and I greatly attribute that to how genuinely caring and interested Ram was with us all.But alas, having a guide who is a beautiful inside and out is not enough, you say? "How was his actual guiding!?" I'm so pleased to report that the level of insight from Ram, both from his personal history and scholarly knowledge, felt unmatched. I listened every now and then to other guided groups around us and they all sounded so dull. Simply regurgitating facts and names and marriages and buildings.But Ram, he made me FEEL things throughout his tour. I learned and felt the struggles and triumphs of the Catalan people and I couldn't help but be immersed in the history presented us. I'd never been so enthralled with the story of a city like this before, home or abroad. And do yourself a favor and volunteer to be the hairy guy. "We laughed, we cried, it was better than Cats."read more

11:46 09 May 24

Jarrod gave clear explanationsHe really cared about usGreat tour!

Christianne Cox

11:46 09 May 24

Jarrod was an excellent guide. He took great care of our group, always looking out for us. Very knowledgeable and engaging with the best stories.

13:57 08 May 24

Of all the tours I did while in Barcelona this was by far the best! The info on Gaudi was exceptional and our guide was entertaining and fun and accommodating. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TOUR!!It gave me so much more... info about the architect than visiting the inside of 4 of his works that I went to!read more

11:32 08 May 24

Excellent! Jarrod was very dedicated in the explanations :) I recommend his tour!

20:58 07 May 24

Thoroughly enjoyed the Walking Tour through the Gothic Quarter with Jarrod.He was engaging and knowledgeable of important sights, history, legend and practical advice like dining! A great navigation of Barcelona's... narrowest streets until coming into the open plazas and major touristic sights.read more

16:46 07 May 24

Jarrod was an excellent guide, it was a great start to our trip here in Barcelona! 10/10 recommend!!

14:13 06 May 24

Jerrod gave us a great tour!

14:13 06 May 24

Jerrod gave us a great tour!

14:13 06 May 24

Jerrod gave us a great tour!

13:31 06 May 24

Sheila Forsberg

06:43 06 May 24

Great for guide

Christopher Jordan

12:43 05 May 24

Ram was our tour guide and he was excellent! Very fun and informative 👍

12:28 05 May 24

Absolutely a must do !! Highly recommended! Just completed the tour with our guide Noah Levin - he’s a fountain of knowledge but more importantly ran a highly organised tour with snippets of information bringing to live... the history of those times!! 😍read more

Frances Martin (elaine14)

11:59 04 May 24

The tour was excellent. The tour guide Ram was very charismatic and friendly. His passion for Gaudí's works is evident and he knew how to answer all our questions. Highly recommended.

21:05 03 May 24

The Gothic Quater tour with Jarrod was brilliant, super knowledgeable and engaging.Would highly recommend!

12:16 02 May 24

Jarrod was a fantastic guide, who gave us a fascinating tour of the Gothic quarter of Barcelona. We had a marvellous time and he gave lots of interesting information about the area and its history.

11:20 02 May 24

Excellent tour from Jarrod. Perfect mix of local history and legend. Also got lots of ideas of things to do while here. Thoroughly recommend

05:30 02 May 24

We did a private tour with Runner Bean Tours in Barcelona. It was a fantastic 4 hour tour and our guide Ann-Marie was superb. So knowledgeable and friendly. We highly recommend Runner Bean if you are visiting Barcelona.

16:12 01 May 24

Great way to start a visit to Barcelona. Lisa was engaging and well informed on Catalan history and culture, as well as the general history of Barcelona. We would highly recommend.

12:25 01 May 24

Highly recommend this tour and my guide Lisa was awesome 😎

11:01 01 May 24

We really enjoyed the Gothic walking tour with Noah. An affable host who engaged with the entire group and gave a really good overview of the history in an entertaining manner. The dark tour is on the list for our... next trip. Recommendedread more

21:00 30 Apr 24

Today we had the pleasure of meeting Ram on a Gaudi tour and we enjoyed the liveliness of the stories he told during the tour and the restaurant recommendations at the end of the tour. We are so enthusiastic about this... tour that we also want to take the gotic tour, on wich we hope for the same kind of experience.Ram, dankjewel voor de geweldige tour. Je hebt onze dag een gouden randje gegeven met je prachtige verhalen. Tot ziens!read more

20:51 30 Apr 24

The tour given by our guide Ram was very enlightening and educational. The peace in Ram's voice and the humor he brings makes this tour truly fantastic. The end point at sacrada familia completed the tour. The... recommendations for eating around the sacrada familia were really great! Ram we enjoyed your tour and the way you led us through Barcelona in the metro. I recommend everyone to book a free tour with Ram!Following the above, the next day we walked through the old city center of Barcelona. Our guide Jarrod told the most beautiful stories and led us through the narrowest streets and back streets where you normally don't go. A beautiful trip with beautiful sights and shops that can make custom things for you. At the end of the tour we were recommended some beautiful places to eat and had a delicious meal. Jarrod you were a super guide and we loved you're way of telling! You've let us see the otter side of Barcelona and we loved it. Thanks to both of you!read more

Tracey Petersen

13:25 29 Apr 24

Albert was an amazing guide, absolutely FULL of interesting information and really great at sharing his knowledge of Barcelona history. It was hard not to get caught up in his enthusiasm for the city, county and just... plain history in general. We would definitely do another Runner Bean tour!read more

Alexandra Chavez

10:49 29 Apr 24

I highly recommend this tour of the Gothic Quarter. The guide was wonderful and full of energy. We can’t wait to visit again in the future with this company.

12:14 28 Apr 24

The tour of the Gothic quarter was great. Our guide Julie was brilliant. You have lots of options for walking tours in Barcelona. This one won’t disappoint.

Melissa Duquette

11:42 28 Apr 24

Amazing Gaudi & Sagrada familia tour today with Jarrod! Excellent info and engaging with all attendees! Highly recommend

11:41 28 Apr 24

Jarrod was a fab tour - super friendly and helpful!! Great tour!

11:41 28 Apr 24

06:31 27 Apr 24

Our Gaudi tour with Dani was absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, Dani's professionalism and expertise shone through, making for a wonderful experience exploring Barcelona's iconic landmarks.Dani effortlessly... guided us through La Pedrera, Sagrada Familia, and Park Guell, providing fascinating insights and stories along the way. His passion for Gaudi's work and the rich history of Barcelona was evident, and his friendly demeanor and attention to detail made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable.Overall, if you're looking for a knowledgeable and personable guide to explore Barcelona's Gaudi landmarks, Dani is your guy. Thanks to him, our Gaudi tour was truly unforgettable!read more

18:30 24 Apr 24

We lost original company and he helped us to join with his with respected with our original company.

11:25 24 Apr 24

We had an amazing tour with Jarrod! He is such a good tour guide that explains everything very very thoroughly and really knows his stuff!! One of the best tours we’ve had! Would highly recommend! 👍🏽

11:24 24 Apr 24

Jarrod was great Friendly and informational with lots of great sights along the way.

19:40 22 Apr 24

Wow, this is an experience not to be missed!😍 We enjoyed our first tour of the gothic quarter with Lisa (Irish lady) so much that we booked the Gaudi tour with Jarrod (Australian man) for the next day. Both were... absolutely incredible - insightful, and gave us an enhanced appreciation for the city, as well as information that will stay with us.❤️ Both Lisa and Jarrod are passionate and great at storytelling - they deserve all the tips! Don’t be a cheapskate, this is better than any paid tour that we have done. Thank you so much for making us fall in love with Barcelona even more. 😍read more

Anita Clearfield

16:26 22 Apr 24

Jarrod was a terrific guide— Just the right combination of providing lots of information and personable storyteller, so that the facts and his anecdotes engaged us the whole time. We would highly recommend this tour!

05:23 22 Apr 24

Excellent tour. Very funny. I highly recommend it.

20:49 21 Apr 24

We took the Gaudi tour in Barcelona with Albert as our guide. He was fantastic and it was one of the best walking tours I have taken in 25+ years of traveling to Europe. Thank you, Albert, for describing history,... architecture, and the life of Gaudi.read more

22:56 20 Apr 24

The Gothic Quarter Tour provided a great intro to our 4 days in Barcelona! Our guide Ram did a fantastic job. Perfect mix of historical, architectural and anecdotal information. Recommended!

Anna-Marie Freitag

11:20 20 Apr 24

Jarrod was a very good guide.

07:06 20 Apr 24

20:39 19 Apr 24

Amazing guide, very knowledgeable and funny. It was a very nice walking tour. I highly recommend it.

19:21 19 Apr 24

Had an informative tour with Noah around the Gothic Quarter when he explained the history of the area from Roman times onwards. Noah is friendly and welcoming.

15:35 18 Apr 24

We had a great Gaudi Tour today with Jarrod who was extremely knowledgeable with not only the tour stops but answering our many questions about Barcelona! Absolutely recommend doing early in your trip to Barcelona as we... visited many spots and pointed out plenty of food spots that we’ll be returning to for a longer visit later in the trip.read more

11:48 18 Apr 24

Amazing!

11:43 18 Apr 24

Jarrod was great. Very informative on the tour and provided recommendations for after.

12:21 17 Apr 24

Excellent, informative tour,; charming, knowledgeable & humorous guide.

Jenn Vander Zalm

19:37 16 Apr 24

Great tour with Lisa in the old town. She share a great history of the region and lovely recommendations for food, drink and other places to explore.

16:22 16 Apr 24

The bean runner "free" Barcelona Guadi tour was PRICELESS.Ram our guide was so knowledgeable and passionate that he and his tour turned out to be the highlight of our entire trip. His love of Barcelona and its history... was enlightening and contagious. Thank you Ram!read more

16:19 16 Apr 24

We did the Gothic Tour March 24. Our guide, Julie, was fantastic. Knowledgeable, interesting and fun. We were shocked at the end of the tour when she told us that it was her first solo tour without shadowing another... guide.read more

12:40 16 Apr 24

The Gothic Quarter walking tour was superb, thoroughly enjoyed the informative insight

10:00 15 Apr 24

Jayanta Chowdhury

07:51 14 Apr 24

Gaudi tour in Barcelona organized by Runner Beans was really good. I learned a lot about Gaudi and his works. Our guide Ram was patient and make us understood all the minute details and mostly he did not said a word... regarding tips. We were free to choose the amount we like. He even provided a list of places regarding the authentic places to eat and tourist spots. I will recommend everyone to book tours from Runner Beans.read more

06:30 12 Apr 24

Great walk we learnt alot about Gaudi and Ram was an guide. Would recommend this walk. Thanks

18:15 11 Apr 24

We had an amazing tour with Miguel! Highly recommend!!

Shraddha Praveen

20:25 10 Apr 24

Our tour guide Ram was absolutely incredible, and clearly so passionate about Gaudí! He helped us truly understand the thought process and symbolism to each design, and was patient and vigilant in guiding us through the... metro. His restaurant recommendations at the end were also fabulous. Would highly recommend this tour :)read more

Marlene McCluskey

17:19 10 Apr 24

Albert was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Just ask less questions that people don’t know the answersFor example the year Gaudi was born or died. We are there to learn facts otherwise we wouldn’t take the tourNoah was... excellent for gothic tour!read more

13:03 10 Apr 24

Albert on the Gaudi tour was very engaging and informative, and gave very good attention to each person in the group which included young kids and adults. Thank you!

Luana Parisotto

10:17 10 Apr 24

Special thank you to Albert for his wonderful tour of the “Gothic” quarter of Barcelona. He was fantastic and so open and welcoming to us. Answered all our questions and guided us through the city with ease. Thanks to... him we found the best yet hidden gems in the Born area of the city and avoided the tourist traps. You are doing yourself a disservice by missing out on his tour. Many thanks from Matt and Luana.read more

21:21 09 Apr 24

Noah gave us a wonderful tour of the gothic quarter. He was friendly and knowledgeable with some fun thrown in too! He gave us the history of this part of town, and how many legends were born, from the flag to El... caganer. Worthwhile 2+ hours that helped with orientation as well as appreciation for Catalonia.read more

20:28 09 Apr 24

Noah was fabulous - funny, extremely knowledgeable, perfectly paced tour given. Would recommend this great walk.

20:18 08 Apr 24

A great tour, Noah was really engaging and interesting and great to hear information we wouldn’t have otherwise heard. Would happily recommend!

06:39 08 Apr 24

The Gaudi tour was absolutely fascinating. Our tour guide had incredibly knowledge and engaged with all the group sharing lots of little details. The tour was our highlight of our visit and we left with lots of ideas... for where to visit next time. Thank you.read more

14:56 07 Apr 24

Highly recommend free walking tours Gothic quarter & Gaudi, cannot fault our guide Jarrod, friendly, knowledgeable, engaging, nothing was too much trouble, highlight of our short trip.

17:15 06 Apr 24

Our tour guide Lisa was fabulous. She was thoughtful, helpful, incredibly enthusiastic about her adopted city of Barcelona, the pace was good, we learnt so much about the culture, the history, and the beautiful... architecture. Although tired by the end, we all loved every moment. Thank you Lisa for a very enjoyable afternoon wondering around the old parts of town with you. 😊read more

14:10 06 Apr 24

Super fun and engaging! Just the right amount of history, art, and laughter!

19:39 05 Apr 24

Our tour guide, Ram, was friendly and clearly knew his stuff. I would definitely recommend booking this tour if you want to learn about Gaudi :)

19:38 05 Apr 24

Our tour quide was Ram and he was very informed and passionate about Gaudi. It was refreshing to hear all about things I didn't know whilst seeing the different buildings. Would recommend!

09:32 05 Apr 24

Jarrod was great! Not only knowledgeable but also very personable and had some great insight on Barcelona and Europe overall.

Phred Lane (fearphage)

09:24 05 Apr 24

Jarrod was friendly, fun, very knowledgeable, and full of fun facts and trivia. Cannot recommend enough!

19:52 04 Apr 24

Gothic Quarter Tour with Jarrod was an amazing experience, highly recommended to enrich your visit with historical references.

18:45 04 Apr 24

Highly Recommended: Gothic Quarter Walking TourWe thoroughly enjoyed our walking tour of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter with the knowledgeable guide Noah. Being from the US originally but having lived in Spain for 12+... years, Noah offers a unique perspective that provides insight into both the local culture and history as well as tips for navigating the city as a visitor.The Gothic Quarter Walking Tour with Noah was extremely informative and engaging. He shared fascinating details about the architecture, legends, and events that shaped this ancient neighborhood. Noah's dual understanding of American and Spanish cultures allowed him to bridge any gaps and ensure we fully appreciated the rich heritage surrounding us.We learned so many captivating stories about the medieval buildings, romantic plazas, and winding streets that we would have completely missed exploring on our own. Noah's entertaining commentary made the two hours fly by.This tour is an absolute must for any first-time visitor to Barcelona Gothic Quarter. Hearing the multilayered backstories enriched our appreciation for the Gothic Quarter exponentially. We highly recommend setting out on this insightful walking journey with the brilliant guide Noah. His passion and expertise provide an unforgettable introduction to one of Barcelona's most iconic districts.read more

11:20 04 Apr 24

Ram was friendly, passionate and knowledgeable!

Andreia Rivas Gomes

17:16 03 Apr 24

Jarrod was the guide for the Gaudí walking tour and it was wonderful!

Aleksandra Brzechwa

15:41 03 Apr 24

Great tour!! Definitely worth choosing 🫶🏼

14:01 02 Apr 24

09:30 01 Apr 24

Highly recommend the Gothic Quarter walking tour with Lisa. She was engaging, knowledgeable, friendly and inclusive! Will definitely use Runner Bean Tours again.

18:06 30 Mar 24

Very good and informative

10:48 30 Mar 24

We had a first time tour guide, Julie who was GREAT! She led us through the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona and had tons of interesting history and facts about the city and the people. We walked with a family of 5 and it... was perfect amount of time and pace to get a feel for the culture of Barcelona. Highly Recommend!read more

14:51 29 Mar 24

Jarrod was an excellent tour guide of the Gothic quarter. He effortlessly navigated the streets, informed us of the history and made the tour move smoothly.We stopped for a quick rest and bite to eat (if... desired...).I'd recommend runner bean tours.read more

14:17 29 Mar 24

We just enjoyed a lovely walking tour though El Gotic. Our guide (Jarred) was really amazing and attentive of all the people and our surroundings. One of the best guides I’ve seen so far. Thank you!!

13:40 29 Mar 24

Jarrod did a great tour. Very educational. He walked at a good pace.

12:54 29 Mar 24

We took the Runnerbean tour of the Gothic Quarter in Barcelona yesterday. Enjoyed it immensely, and our guide Noah was fantastic. Really appreciated his knowledge of the history and architecture of the area. 2.5 hours... went by in a flash. Thanks Noah!read more

Marina Muns Prats

12:33 29 Mar 24

Jarrod was all you need in a tour guide! Highly reccomended!

Teresa Welch Burke

19:39 28 Mar 24

Great walking tour and learned so much about the history of Barcelona. Lisa was a great guide and I feel I can go back out to some of the many places/ areas she walked us to. Kudos Lisa!

12:33 28 Mar 24

What an incredible tour with Ram! We learned so much about Gaudí and modernism. The tour is a nice walk (with two metro rides) full of history and art. Ram is really passionate, which makes for an incredible and truly... memorable tour. This is a must do in Barcelona!read more