The Hidden Heart of Barcelona: A Walk Through El Call
This walk offers a thoughtful journey into Barcelona’s Jewish past.
We’ll follow the narrow streets of El Call, the former Jewish Quarter, and talk about the people who shaped this community - rabbis, poets, craftsmen, merchants, and the Jewish women whose roles were essential, even if their voices were often left unrecorded.
Along the way, we’ll explore how this small neighborhood lived side-by-side with the royal palace, how Jews navigated their relationship with the Crown and the Church, and what daily life looked like within these walls.
You’ll learn about scholars, community debates, moments of growth and hardship, and how El Call fit into the wider world of Jewish life in medieval Spain.
This walk doesn’t focus only on names and dates. We look at the places that remain, the stories carried through the stones, and the legacy that still shapes Barcelona today.
Highlights of Our Walk
Walk through the medieval Jewish neighborhood (El Call) and the Gothic Quarter
Visit the Ancient Synagogue (when open)
Discover hidden Hebrew inscriptions and medieval doorways
Learn about Jewish daily life, professions, and community structure
Explore Jewish Barcelona from Roman times to today
Format: Private, personalized walking tour led by me.
Duration:About 2-3 hours (can be adjusted; breaks always possible)
Start/End Point: Flexible — your hotel or a central meeting point
Comfort & Pace: The pace is set by you. I take extra care on uneven areas.
Rate & Inclusions: From €320 per group. Includes my professional guiding and Synagogue entrance.
Optional: Include more Gothic Quarter highlights or tailor to your interests
Frequently Asked Questions
Just reach out to me through the inquiry form. We’ll choose the best date and shape the tour around your interests.
Entrance tickets to the Ancient Synagogue (Sinagoga Major) are included in the tour price. You won't have to wait in line or worry about purchasing them separately.
I will meet you at your centrally located hotel or at a convenient landmark like Plaça Catalunya. The pace is flexible, and we’ll take a short coffee or wine break whenever you feel like it.
You’re in good hands. I can plan routes with minimal stairs and avoid steep streets, I know many places to sit and relax on the way and for day trips, we travel by private car/van. And we can always get a taxi if necessary.
If the weather isn’t great, we can adjust the route to include more covered areas. In severe weather, we’ll simply reschedule to a more comfortable day.
Because every private tour is tailor-made. Tell me your dates and interests, and I’ll send you a clear, personalized quote.
Let’s Plan Your Barcelona Trip!
Send me your details, and I’ll reply with the itinerary tailored for you.
Contacts
I believe travel should feel personal, not like checking off a list. If you're curious, I’d love to plan something special with you.
Email:jane@jewish-barcelona.com Phone and WhatsApp number + 34681377290