Girona walking tour, the best way to get to know Girona is on foot
The medieval buildings of the old town, its Jewish quarter —preserved just as it was built in the 12th century—, the imposing cathedral dominating the city…
Without a doubt, Girona is a must-visit for lovers of history and the medieval era.
And to get to know it thoroughly, the best thing to do is to park your car, put on comfortable shoes, and start walking its streets.
But we know that’s not enough for you.
Because you don’t just want to see Girona, you also want to really get to know it: its origins, the hidden history of each neighborhood, its legends, and its secret corners.
All those things that can only be discovered with the help of an expert guide.
That’s why we created the Girona Walking Tours, a series of guided visits where you’ll uncover all the secrets hidden in the stones of our city.
Want to know more about these tours? Let’s take a look.
Girona Walking Tour: 6 options to explore every corner
When it comes to tourism, it’s hard to find two people alike. Generally, they tend to fall into two categories:
- Those who prefer fixed routes so they don’t miss any key spots in the city they’re visiting.
- Others, on the other hand, enjoy going off the beaten path or improvising along the way.
That’s why we’ve designed a wide range of tours, where in addition to standard routes, we also offer free tours and even a themed itinerary for Game of Thrones fans.
Here are some of the most popular ones.
Old Town and Girona Cathedral
A great way to dive into the city’s history, especially if it’s your first time in Girona.
This tour covers the key points of the old town, such as the centuries-old Jewish quarter, the Mercadal neighborhood, and the cathedral square (former Roman forum).
At the end of the visit, we’ll enter Girona’s Cathedral of Santa Maria and stroll through its impressive Gothic nave, the widest in the world.
If you’re short on time and just want to visit the cathedral, we also have a specific tour for it within our Girona Walking Tours.
Girona Game of Thrones tour
If you’re a Game of Thrones fan, you’ve probably dreamed of:
Following Arya Stark through the streets of Braavos on her way to becoming a Faceless Man.
Strolling through the bustling streets of King’s Landing.
Entering the Great Sept of Baelor.
Well, it’s easy for you, because all those locations were filmed in Girona.
In addition to visiting the filming spots, we’ll also share little-known curiosities.
For example: did you know that one of the reasons Girona was chosen as a filming location was the color of its stone buildings?
Free Walking Tour Girona
The Free Walking Tour is a special route: it has no fixed price; at the end, you pay what you think is fair based on your satisfaction level.
On this tour, you’ll explore not only Girona’s history but also its legends and the hidden spots only local guides know.
The Free Walking Tour of Girona is offered in Spanish from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Girona by night with craft beer
At nightfall, Girona takes on a special charm. That’s why this old town route begins at sunset.
Through its dimly lit streets, you’ll discover some of the city’s darkest legends and pass through areas that were once scenes of battles or massacres.
And to finish on a high note, we’ll close the tour with a tasting of craft beer and Ratafía (a liqueur made from walnuts and aromatic herbs).
Forbidden Girona
Today, the Sant Feliu neighborhood has become a trendy area, with music clubs, art centers, and upscale restaurants.
But it wasn’t always like this.
For five centuries, this part of Girona was better known as the red-light district.
On this Girona Walking Tour, you’ll discover the hidden history of this neighborhood, how it rose and eventually fell into decline, and why for a long time locals called it “the Chinese quarter.”
Girona’s city walls
Although today they’re integrated into the urban landscape, Girona’s walls once marked the limits of the city.
As we walk along the remaining sections, you’ll learn about the numerous sieges they had to withstand.
Along the way, we’ll also reach some of the city’s most iconic gardens, such as the famous Jardí dels Alemanys (Garden of the Germans).
Ready to immerse yourself in history with the Girona Walking Tours?
Girona has managed to preserve much of its spirit as a Roman and medieval city. It has also kept a large part of its historical monuments in excellent condition.
In fact, its Jewish quarter is one of the most emblematic in Europe.
If you want to truly get to know every corner of the city and its history, you know what to do: grab comfortable clothes and shoes, book one of our tours, and get going.
To book one of these tours, you can contact us by filling out the following form.