Private Tour Spanish Civil War & Franco's Dictatorship
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.
Options
Civil War Tour Private
Private Tour: More flexible experience, more opportunity for questions, discussion and interaction with the guide.
What's included in Private Tour Spanish Civil War & Franco's Dictatorship
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Placa Catalunya
General introduction and the fight over the Telefonica building during the Spanish Civil War
La Rambla
Hotel where George Orweel stayed during the Spanish Civil War
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.
Inclusions
- Expert Tour Guide
- Tips/Gratuities -- Guides gladly accept tips
- No food or drink included in the tour
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- On the sidewalk in front of the Foot Locker on "Plaça de Catalunya". Your guide will have a white umbrella!
End Points
- Close to the Cathedral
