Overview
Buy a ticket for The Shadow of the Wind walking tour now and see the pages of the book come to life roaming the streets of Barcelona like the characters.
Highlights
- Wander through a labyrinth full of mysteries
- Become a character from a novel
- Experience Barcelona as depicted in Carlos Ruiz Zafón's book
Reading a book is one thing, but to roam the world where its story takes place, to follow in the footsteps of its characters, to turn its pages into a reality is a different thing altogether. Enjoy this walking tour as a once in a lifetime opportunity to wander around the unforgettable Barcelona depicted in Carlos Ruiz Zafón’s novel, The Shadow of the Wind. Experience this novel that has captivated thousands of readers from all around the world in a way like never before. From the text to life, from imagination to reality!
Like Daniel Sempere, Julian Carax, Fermín Romero de Torres and other characters from the novel, you will wander through a labyrinth full of mysteries and surprises exploring the enchanting city of Barcelona. This fascinating tour allows you to follow the characters’ journey, embody them, moving through spaces both beautiful and unsettling that still breathe the darkness of Barcelona in the early 20th century including: Santa Anna Street, the Ark Theater, the King's Square, The Ramblas, Sant Felip Neri Square and Montcada Street.
Itinerary
Rambla Sta. Mónica, Plaza Real (Royal Square), down Llibreteria Street. Going through Argenteria Street we reach Santa Maria del Mar and Montcada Street to discover the Santa Lucía Asylum and Xampanyet. The next stop is Els Quatre Gats, Santa Ana Street and Canuda Street to learn about the Athenaeum of Barcelona, "a spot in the city that hasn't left the 19th century".
What's included
- Guided walking tour (English and Spanish)
Meeting & pickup
Arts Santa Mónica.
Additional info
- This tour is available to wheelchair users, however there may be some limitations or difficulty during some parts of the tour. Access available from a step about 2 inches high, a ramp with a moderate incline, gates with sufficient widths, an elevator for up to 5 people, and adapted hygienic services. Sometimes you will have to seek assistance from other people. Points worth noting: Sant Felip Neri Square – cobblestone ground, access with assistance. Sant Felip Neri Square and Santa Anna Square - cobblestone ground
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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