Girona: old town walking tour of history, legends and hidden gems
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2-hour guided walk in English through Girona's old town, from the Onyar river to the cathedral, the Jewish Quarter and the Eiffel Bridge, with stories, legends and Game of Thrones locations. Rated 4.8/5 from 29 reviews.
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- English
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Guide languages
- English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Legends such as the Lioness of Girona
- Cathedral, Sant Feliu and Arab Baths from outside
- The Jewish Quarter and the Eiffel Bridge
- Game of Thrones filming locations
- Groups of up to 15 people
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Our take
A good first introduction to Girona if you travel in English, leaning more on legends and city life than on dates. It has few reviews so far, but they're excellent; if you want to go inside the cathedral or the Arab Baths, book those tickets separately.
What's included
- Local guide
- Walking tour of Girona's historic centre
- Game of Thrones filming locations
- Stories of myth and legend
- Exteriors of the Lioness, Sant Feliu, the Arab Baths, the cathedral and the Jewish Quarter
- The Eiffel Bridge
Not included
- Entry to the Basilica of Sant Feliu
- Entry to the cathedral
- Entry to the Arab Baths
- Museum entry
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
Things to keep in mind
- Cobbled streets and many steps
- Sights are seen from the outside only
- Groups of up to 15 people
Meeting point
Passeig de José Canalejas, 8, 17001 Girona.
The tour starts by the Onyar river and ends in Plaça de la Independència, lined with cafés and restaurants.
The experience
What you'll see
- The Onyar river and the Pont de les Peixateries Velles, built by Eiffel's workshop.
- The Basilica of Sant Feliu, the Lioness of Girona and Sant Pere de Galligants.
- The Arab Baths, the cathedral and the Jewish Quarter, all from outside.
- Streets used as Game of Thrones locations.
How it works
You meet your guide on Passeig de José Canalejas and walk through the old town for about two hours, stopping at each sight to hear its history and the legends attached to it. The walk ends in Plaça de la Independència, a good spot to stay on for lunch or a drink.
Who I recommend it for
- First-time visitors to Girona who are comfortable in English.
- Anyone who enjoys legends and local stories.
- Game of Thrones fans who don't want a purely themed tour.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone who wants to go inside the cathedral or the Arab Baths.
- People with reduced mobility.
- Anyone who prefers a tour in Spanish.
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users because of cobbles and steps.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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Related reading on our guides
→ Girona and Game of Thrones: the locations and how to see them
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→ What to see in Girona in one day: medieval old town and Game of Thrones
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→ Day trips from Girona: Costa Brava, Cadaqués and Figueres (Dalí)
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