Age
0+
Group size
1-8
Transport
On foot
Language
English
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
About this experience
Why were children disappearing in Barcelona? How are criminal stories connected to street art? Find answers to these and other questions on the tour! I will show you the real street art: graffiti and sculptures of two central districts of old Barcelona. I will tell you about the artists and the meanings of their works, as well as give you a glimpse into the dark pages of the city's history.
What to expect
- Parallel Zone. The epicenter of the nightlife in the early 20th century, now an art center with a theater transformed into a gallery of street art.
- Raval. The district of street art, vintage shops, and criminal stories. Here you will see the scene of a notorious crime, a sculpture-symbol of Raval, and lots of art on the walls.
- La Rambla. The most touristic street in Barcelona with many historically and artistically interesting details - house with umbrellas, Joan Miro's mosaic, and works by local contemporary artist Jaume Plensa.
- Gothic Quarter. The oldest part of the city, where we will explore the main landmarks and examine 2 big artworks by famous artists.
You will learn:
- Why children were disappearing in the city at the beginning of the 20th century
- How a theater turned into a gallery of street art
- If Picasso created street art
- What the dark side of Barcelona conceals
- The social context of local art
- And much more
Organizational details
- The program will be interesting for adults and children from 7 years old
- No mandatory additional expenses are required
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