We'll start with the Roman town and the story of the tragedy that befell the Jewish residents of the ancient neighbourhood known as 'The Call'.  After visiting the charming Placa Sant Josep Oriol and one of the most beautiful churches in the city and we'll explain why Barcelona's patron saint Saint Eulaila really should have kept her mouth shut.

 

We'll tell you why you'll see an egg shell balanced on a fountain in the tranquil beautiful cathedral cloisters at certain times of the year and as we wander around the elegant Placa St Jaume, we'll explain the dramatic events that took place there as part of Barcelona's bid for independence following the dark days of General Franco's dictatorship.

 

Then we'll point out to you the Picasso Museum so that you can book a ticket for later if you want and avoid the queues before taking you into the Born area.  Formerly used for jousting, it's now one of the hippest parts of Barcelona and, of course, we'll show you where to find the coolest restaurants, bars and shops.