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Private Tour Spanish Civil War & Franco's Dictatorship

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Barcelona, Spain
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Spanish, Greek

Overview

Join us in a walk through the streets and neighborhoods where Fascist, Anarchists and the democratic Spanish Republic fought for their lives and died for their ideals on this 2.5h Spanish Civil War walking tour in Barcelona.

Discover what caused this often overlooked conflict and how it lead to a 36 year fascist dictatorship.

What caused the Spanish Civil War to start? Who were the fighting factions? How did Franco win?

As an Anarchist stronghold, Barcelona was unique in its fight against the Fascist forces of Hitler, Franco and Mussolini.

Barcelona history war tour for groups, students, school trips.

What was the role of anarchists in Barcelona? What was life under a Fascist Dictatorship like? How could Franco remain in power for so long?

By the end of this walking tour of the Spanish Civil War in Barcelona you'll understand why the city was known as one of the the most explosive cities in Europe.

What's Included

  • Expert Tour Guide
  • Lunch No food or drink included in the tour
  • Tips/Gratuities -- Guides gladly accept tips
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Plaça de Catalunya
20, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

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End point

Plaça Nova
Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

Close to the Cathedral

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Placa Catalunya

General introduction and the fight over the Telefonica building during the Spanish Civil War
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Rambla

Hotel where George Orweel stayed during the Spanish Civil War
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaza de Vicenc Martorell

The Raval Neighborhood was a center of working class suffering, resistance and Anarchism. We discuss this unique aspect of the Spanish Civil War here.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Antic Hospital De La Santa Creu

15th Century Hospital that saw a lot of wounded soldiers and civilians come through. Your guide will talk about the end of the war and the cultural oppression under the dictatoship
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi

This church hides a little known remnant of the Spanish Civil war in plain sight. Your guide will discuss the International Brigades.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Placa Sant Felip Neri

The place in Barcelona that has the most visible damage from the aerial bombings. Your guide will discus the tragic bombing here and the involvement of the axis powers in the war.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour Spanish Civil War & Franco’s Dictatorship?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Expert Tour Guide
  • LunchNo food or drink included in the tour
  • Tips/Gratuities -- Guides gladly accept tips

Additional Info

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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