About this free tour
Beneath the stones of the Gothic Quarter lies the first Barcelona: Barcino, the Roman colony founded in the 1st century BC. On this free tour you'll discover the remains of the Temple of Augustus, the imperial walls and the city's original forum, accompanied at all times by a historian guide. You'll walk the same streets where Roman soldiers, merchants and craftsmen once lived, and understand how that small colony became the metropolis it is today.
Route highlights
- 1st-century BC Temple of Augustus (unique in Hispania)
- Roman walls and defensive towers
- Roman necropolis and roads
- Original forum of Barcino
- Roman vaults at the MUHBA
The itinerary, step by step
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Plaça Nova – The Roman Towers
The gateway into the original Barcino.
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Pont del Bisbe – The Decumanus Maximus
The main street of Roman-era Barcelona.
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Temple of Augustus
Four columns that have survived 2,000 years inside a medieval courtyard.
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Plaça de Sant Jaume – The Forum
Barcino's political and religious heart.
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MUHBA Via Sepulcral
The Roman tombs right by the Portal de l'Àngel.
Meeting point
In front of the Roman towers, Gothic Quarter, Barcelona
Available on 2, 3 and 4 October, at 11am and 6pm
Prefer to go at your own pace?
This same route is also available as a self-guided audio tour: listen whenever you like, with no schedule or group, with unlimited access for 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does this route take?
- This route lasts approximately 90 min and covers 2.5 km through Gothic Quarter. The difficulty level is easy, suitable for most visitors.
- Where is the meeting point?
- The meeting point is at Plaça Nova (In front of the Roman towers, Gothic Quarter, Barcelona). Available on 2, 3 and 4 October, at 11am and 6pm.
- How much does this free tour cost?
- This free tour is pay-what-you-want: there's nothing to pay to book, and at the end of the route you leave whatever tip you consider fair based on your experience. If you'd rather pay a fixed price, this route is also available as a self-guided audio tour for €7.99. Check our pricing guide.
- What languages is the route available in?
- This route runs in Català, Castellà, English.
