Halloween in Barcelona 2026: Ghost Tour of the Gothic Quarter

Barcelona's haunted Halloween weekend: 29 October – 1 November

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and Barcelona makes a long weekend of it. Locals celebrate La Castanyada on the night of 31 October with roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes and panellets, and 1 November is All Saints' Day (Tots Sants), when families remember their dead. There's no better time to hear the city's darker stories.

Halloween weekend departures:

Date	Departures
Thursday 29 October	16:00 · 18:15 · 20:15
Friday 30 October	16:00 · 18:15 · 20:15
Saturday 31 October (Halloween)	16:00 · 18:15 · 20:15
Sunday 1 November (All Saints' Day)	16:00 · 18:15 · 20:15

Live availability is shown in the booking calendar.

Halloween night is our busiest night of the year, so we recommend booking ahead.

What you'll see on our Halloween ghost walk

Your local guide leads you through the lantern-lit lanes of the Gothic Quarter. Stops include:

• The Vampire of Raval, the dark legend of a woman accused of abducting children, from the backstreets just off La Rambla.
• Gran Teatre del Liceu, Barcelona's "cursed" opera house, which has burned down twice and was once bombed.
• Plaça de Sant Felip Neri, a quiet square whose shrapnel-scarred walls still recall the Civil War bombing that killed children here. These stories are told with respect.
• Plaça del Rei, where Columbus reported to Ferdinand and Isabella, and the darker side of that famous moment.
• Tales of Inquisition trials, executions and the restless spirits said to linger in the old city.

Who is it for?

• Couples and friends looking for something different before a Halloween night out.
• Families: the stories are spooky but family-friendly and not graphic. The 16:00 tour is the best choice for families.
• First-time visitors: you'll see some of the Gothic Quarter's most atmospheric corners and learn their history at the same time.

Meeting point

Travellers Nest Bar, Carrer de la Boqueria 27, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona.

This is on the street Carrer de la Boqueria, not inside the Boqueria market. Your guide waits outside the bar entrance with a lantern or sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

• Metro: Liceu (L3), about 3 minutes' walk.
• Halloween night is busy in the old town, so allow extra time.

Halloween in Barcelona: FAQ

Is there a ghost tour in Barcelona on Halloween night?

Yes. Our Gothic Quarter ghost tour runs on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 16:00, 18:15 and 20:15. It lasts about 1.5 hours and costs from €19 per adult.

How much is the Barcelona ghost tour?

From €19 per adult and €12 per child aged 0–11.

Do I need to book in advance for Halloween?

Yes, we recommend it. Halloween weekend is our busiest time of year, and booking online secures your place. Free cancellation applies up to 24 hours before the tour.

Is the ghost tour suitable for children?

Yes. The stories are spooky but family-friendly and not graphic. The 16:00 tour is the best choice for families.

Where does the tour start?

At the Travellers Nest Bar, Carrer de la Boqueria 27, just off La Rambla near Liceu metro (L3). It's on the street, not inside the Boqueria market.

How long is the tour and how far do we walk?

About 1.5 hours and roughly 4 km (2.5 miles) at a relaxed pace, with frequent stops. Expect some cobblestones.

What language is the tour in?

Group tours are in English.

What is La Castanyada?

It's Catalonia's own autumn festival, held on the night of 31 October, the eve of All Saints' Day. Locals eat roasted chestnuts, baked sweet potato and panellets (small almond sweets), and you'll see chestnut sellers on street corners all over the city.

Is 1 November a holiday in Barcelona?

Yes. All Saints' Day (Tots Sants) is a public holiday. In 2026 it falls on a Sunday. Our tour runs that day at 16:00, 18:15 and 20:15.

Can I cancel?

Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before your tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.