Barcelona in 1 Day for Couples - Private guided walking tour through the Gothic Quarter after dark
In Collaboration with Side Routes. Updated on January 30, 2026.
An intimate, private ghost-walking tour through Barcelona’s atmospheric Gothic Quarter. Meet at the designated bar on Passeig de Picasso for a pre-tour toast, wander narrow lamplit streets hearing macabre legends and end back at the bar for a nightcap — perfect for couples seeking a moody, memorable evening.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with Side Routes, inspired by the tour Barcelona Private Ghost Tour. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Private guided walking tour through the Gothic Quarter after dark
- Start and finish at a central bar for an intimate pre-tour drink and nightcap
- Stories of Barcelona’s ghosts, legends and hidden corners
Itinerary
Day 1
Evening private ghost tour tailored for couples — meet at the bar, enjoy a pre-tour drink, walk the Gothic Quarter with your guide, and finish with a nightcap back at the meeting spot.
Meet & Toast — Pre-tour drink at Passeig de Picasso (Meet here 30 min before start)
Arrive at Passeig de Picasso 13 to meet your guide and enjoy a calm pre-tour drink together. This is the perfect ‘special moment’ — a private toast before the walk begins.
Tips from local experts:
- Special moment: Ask the guide to raise a quiet toast to kick off the night — ideal for a candid couple photo under soft streetlights.
- Weather & dress: Early autumn evenings can be cool near the park; bring a light wrap or scarf for comfort during the short wait outside.
- Logistics: The meeting address is Passeig de Picasso 13 — if you arrive by taxi ask to be dropped at Passeig de Picasso (in front of Parc de la Ciutadella) to avoid walking over cobbles with heels.
Private Gothic Quarter Ghost Walk (guided) — 1 hour 30 minutes
A guided, private walking tour through the Gothic Quarter. Your host brings Barcelona’s darker stories to life as you wander narrow alleys, historic squares and lesser-known corners away from the main tourist routes.
Tips from local experts:
- Romantic pause: Ask to stop at Plaça Sant Felip Neri for a quiet moment together — its wartime-scarred façade and tiny square are hauntingly intimate after sunset.
- Comfort & pace: The tour is gentle-paced for couples — cobblestones can be uneven so pick comfortable shoes; the guide will adapt the route to avoid long staircases.
- Photography: Low-light photos are atmospheric — bring a small pocket torch or use your phone’s night mode; the guide can position you for moody shots under the pont del Bisbe.
Finish & Nightcap — Back at Passeig de Picasso (relaxed nightcap)
Return to the meeting spot to finish the tour with a relaxed nightcap. A chance to debrief, ask about hidden romantic spots in the city, or plan your next intimate outing in Barcelona.
Tips from local experts:
- Special moment: Ask the guide for a quiet recommendation nearby for a rooftop cocktail or late-night dessert if you want to extend the evening.
- Seating & accessibility: Request a table in a quieter corner when you arrive — many bars in this area keep late hours but can get busy; as a private group you’ll usually be seated promptly.
- Transport home: If you plan to head back by taxi, the guide can call one for you — night-time pick-ups are easiest from Passeig de Picasso near Parc de la Ciutadella.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 3 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Couples |
| Transfers | - |
| Restaurants | 1 |
| Total Activities | 3 |
| Total Places | 3 |
| Activities Types | Restaurant, Experience, Nightlife |
