Barcelona's Dark Past: Private Walking Tour Exploring Eerie Attractions and Haunting History

Uncover Barcelona’s dark past on a private walking tour. Explore eerie attractions and haunting history, from haunted theaters to cursed metro stations. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Carrer de Joaquín Costa - In early 20th century Barcelona, Enriqueta Martí, an alleged serial killer, was accused of committing horrific crimes. She was said to have kidnapped poor children and forced them into prostitution. Disturbingly, she was rumored to have killed her victims and used their blood to make tuberculosis remedies, earning her the infamous title of the Vampire of Barcelona.

  • Mercat De Sant Antoni - Mercat de Sant Antoni, another market built on a site with a grim history, was once used for public executions. After these hangings stopped, the area remained unused for a long time.

  • Rocafort - Rocafort (L1) is a subway station that TMB employees dread working at during the night. Due to a series of tragic suicides, including four in one month, it has become known as the haunted station. There have been reports of ghostly apparitions on the platform and even on the tracks.

  • Carrer d’Estruc - Carrer d’Estruc is a mysterious narrow street, just a short walk from Plaça de Catalunya. Its history dates back to medieval Barcelona when it was outside the city’s walls. In the 15th century, this street was home to Astruc Sacanera, a famous astrologer and sorcerer.

  • Carrer dels Mirallers - Jacint Verdaguer, a famous Catalan poet and writer, became a priest in Vic at the age of 25. However, at 41, he experienced a personal crisis, feeling overwhelmed by selfishness and vanity, even after a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. It is believed that Verdaguer, along with his friend Father Joaquim Piñol, performed many exorcisms.

  • Mercat Santa Caterina - This lively market now stands where the Convent of Santa Caterina was founded in 1243. Sadly, the convent was demolished a year after the government seized church properties in 1836. According to local legend, the site is haunted, with claims of the devil appearing before many witnesses during black masses held by witches.

What's Included
  • Professional local tour guide
Additional Information

Explore the dark, bizarre, and surprising past of Barcelona on this captivating tour. Wander through narrow streets and magnificent squares as we delve into the city’s intriguing history. From Roman burials to medieval prostitution, the Black Death to public executions, our journey will be filled with historical facts, unexpected anecdotes, urban legends, and folkloric oddities. Immerse yourself in Barcelona’s unique atmosphere as we uncover twenty fascinating stories, culminating in the vibrant neighborhood of El Born. Join us for a tour unlike any other, revealing the hidden secrets of this extraordinary city.

Location
Gran Teatre del Liceu
La Rambla
Meet in front of Gran Teatre del Liceu
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Joanne_a
Apr 8, 2024
We had a great time! Our... - We had a great time! Our guide was very knowledgeable, personable, and entertaining. He mixed together history and legends to create a wonderful and enjoyable tour experience.
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