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The Spanish Civil War & Franco Barcelona Walking Tour

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Barcelona, Spain
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Spanish, Greek
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Overview

Join us in a walk through the streets and neighborhoods where Fascist, Anarchists and the democratic Spanish Republic fought for their lives and died for their ideals on this 2.5h Spanish Civil War walking tour in Barcelona.

Discover what caused this often overlooked conflict and how it lead to a 36 year fascist dictatorship.

- What caused the Spanish Civil War to start
- Who were the fighting factions?
- How did Franco win?

As an Anarchist stronghold, Barcelona was unique in its fight against the Fascist forces of Hitler, Franco and Mussolini.

Barcelona history war tour for groups, students, school trips.

- What was the role of anarchists in Barcelona?
- What was life under a Fascist Dictatorship like?
- How could Franco remain in power for so long?

By the end of this walking tour of the Spanish Civil War in Barcelona you'll understand why the city was known as one of the the most explosive cities in Europe.

What's Included

  • Learn about the region's unique working class history and anarcho-syndicalist period
  • Make sense of the many political groups and factions of the Civil War
  • Stories from Franco's Dictatorship
  • Gratuities
  • 1€pp guide radio headset, to be paid at the meeting point to an external provider.
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Plaça de Catalunya
20, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

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Placa Catalunya

Important place during the Civil war
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Rambla

Various Civil War related sites
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Antic Hospital De La Santa Creu

15th Century Hospital
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi

Old church with a hidden connection to the Civil War
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Placa Sant Felip Neri

Mystically Beautiful, while at the same time one of the most visceral reminders of the destruction of the civil war
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Spanish Civil War & Franco Barcelona Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-246027P4

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Learn about the region's unique working class history and anarcho-syndicalist period
  • Make sense of the many political groups and factions of the Civil War
  • Stories from Franco's Dictatorship
  • See the scars and traces from the Spanish Civil War throughout the Old Town
  • See historic images from the war to bring the history alive
  • Tour Guide who's an expert on this complicated and sensitive subject
  • Gratuities
  • 1€pp guide radio headset, to be paid at the meeting point to an external provider.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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