AFTER DARK · BARCELONA GHOST TOURS
Good barcelona ghost tours run small groups and fill up around Halloween. Below: the 9 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Walk Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter for 90 minutes with guides such as Ewan or Lila, hearing eerie legends alongside grim stories from Spanish history. The tour is lively, manageable, and family-friendly for older children, but expect more dark history than confirmed ghost sightings.
“So fun! Learned a lot - Ewin was a great guide :) got to see a lot of the gothic area- would definitely recommend !”
Walk through El Born and La Ribera with an English-speaking guide such as Elena or Sara. Expect true stories of executions, the Spanish Inquisition, forgotten cemeteries, and Barcelona’s executioner, supported by projections, props, and historical readings rather than ghost-tour tricks.
“It was such an interesting tour!! Not too much walking and some fascinating history of such an old city. My husband loves spooky stuff so while this wasn’t a ghost tour, it was a perfect substitute. Plus way more interesting when it’s all real! Our guide Sara was fantastic!!”
Walk from Arc de Triomf to El Born with a lively local guide such as Elena, Noah, Sara, or Annemarie. Expect a small group, radio headsets, visual props, and a serious look at the Spanish Inquisition, medieval punishments, public executions, cemeteries, and dark Barcelona legends.
“What a fabulous tour! Elena was full of energy, enthusiasm, local knowledge and general good vibes. The tour content was well thought out, and the props and projector really brought it all to life. I can't recommend this tour enough :)”
Join an English-speaking guide such as Vanesa, Mariah, Thami, or Lindsay at 8 pm for a three-hour walk through El Born and the Gothic Quarter. Hear stories of brothels, monks, hidden graves, and Catalan traditions while sharing vermouth, sangria, a cocktail, and a local shot.
“Tour is worth every penny. Vanesa was a cordial host. She was eager to explain the quirks of the city. And she remained amiable throughout the whole tour. I can’t recommend this tour enough. A++++”
Walk from Sant Pere Nolasc Mercedaris through El Raval to the Three Chimneys Gardens with a local guide. Hear tales of the Vampire of the Raval, old hospitals, foundling infants, monasteries, nightlife, and street art. Guides may include Eoghan, Zeynep, Callum, Andres, or Cal.
“Eoghan provided us with a great experience, I am glad for having him as our guide, he was such a charming presence and I understood everything. Thank you, irishman!”
Follow an English-speaking guide such as Jordan, Mariah, Jen, or Jane through El Raval, La Rambla, and the Gothic Quarter after dark. Hear true tales of crime, torture, war, superstition, and haunted landmarks, ending at Santa Maria del Mar. Expect history first, ghost stories second.
“Amazing activity, excellent tour guide and well organized company. While visiting local landmarks, it was pretty interesting to hear true stories of medieval torture and intrigue. I would highly recommend this tour for visitors looking for a fun and different activity in the evening.”
Join a live English or Spanish guide for a two-hour night walk through El Born, stopping at Plaça de Sant Pere, Santa Caterina Market, Placeta d’En Marcús, and Santa Maria del Mar. Guide Nil has earned praise for lively storytelling, but confirm the language format before booking.
“Our tour guide, Nil, was the great. He was punctual and entertaining. Our group walked away with an appreciation for the less known, macabre side of Barcelona’s history. Thank you. Definitely will book one of his other tours!”
Meet your English-speaking guide under the white umbrella outside Foot Locker on Plaça de Catalunya. In two evening hours, explore Gothic Quarter alleys and hear documented stories of the Inquisition, witch trials, Henriqueta Martí, political violence, and Franco’s dictatorship. Guide Onno is among the named guides praised for clear storytelling.
“Onno was an excellent guide! Very friendly, knowledgeable, and well spoken. He told us lots of dark and gruesome anecdotes about the city, as well as historical explanations about Barcellona's past - we learned so many interesting things. The vampire story in particular was so intriguing! It was a fantastic tour, we highly recommend it!”
Walk through El Raval with an English-speaking guide and uncover tales of the Vampiress, abandoned children, old cabarets, and Sant Pau del Camp. You’ll see Keith Haring’s political mural, the ancient Santa Creu hospital, Bar Marsella, and changing street art. Guides have included Andreas and Owen, also called Eoghan.
“Really interesting insight into the dark history of El Raval with Andreas. A good balance of being informative and fun too. Would highly recommend.”
A walk, a graveyard, a crawl or a full investigation.
