Spy and Nazis in the Barcelona of the WWII and my great grandfather in Barcelona - 6a75080be7c3f410c5faf29fd5dacaf3
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Spy and Nazis in the Barcelona of the WWII and my great grandfather

  • 2 hours
  • Art Culture Tours
  • Barcelona
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Experience hosted by A. Teo

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

*The existence of spies & nazi agents in Barcelona is a little-known fact of the history of the city, but during WWII, It's a research work that has taken me 3 years and in which every day I discover something new related to the nazis, spies, and WWII in Barcelona and the world.

Destination
Barcelona, Spain
Category
Art Culture Tours
Duration
2 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Español, 日本語, Italiano
Included
  • Private guide

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Join a historian around Barcelona
  • Discover the relation between WWII & Venezuela
  • Hear untold stories about the nazis & spies
  • Find the dark secrets of the city during WWII
  • Discover the unknown history of the sites
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes

What you can expect

Spy and Nazis in the Barcelona of the WWII and my great grandfather in Barcelona - 6a75080be7c3f410c5faf29fd5dacaf3

*You will have a wonderful time with me, it will be memories for a lifetime, also please read at the end about my personal children's policy

Forget about what you know about Barcelona, there's more than meets the eye, and in this case, there's more history hidden in plain sight! Follow me; this experience is a unique route to the past where you will become part of the history of spies and nazis in the Barcelona of WWII.

This experience is very close to my heart, and as a historian, I want to share it with you. Discovering the relationship between my great-grandfather and one of the 3 spies who play a decisive role in "Operation Fortitude" and one of the best-kept secrets in the postwar period. The Germans sought to expand their area of influence into the Mediterranean territories and establish ties of union with the entire Spanish fascist dome, on the other hand, spies pass as much information as possible on the Nazis to allied forces.

Barcelona and its landmarks and squares will serve as the stage for a unique route. On this tour, you will discover about the spies, who they were, what they were dedicated to, and how was the life of the Nazis and spies in Barcelona during WWII.

*Children under 6 years old are free, after that, they have to pay because I have to make an extra effort to catch their attention so I work twice(thanks a lot for your understanding)

Do you want to personalize this travel for the little ones? Any other requests? Let me know! It's all possible on a customized experience.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with A. Teo .

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at Carrer de Mallorca - Barcelona to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. Meet & Greet

    We are going to explore the Restaurant of the Agente clasificado B lista B212, where the Nazis felt at home
  4. House of JP

    We will know his house and his history and the relation with WWII
  5. House FA

    Member of the Cagoule (CSAR)
  6. Tourism Agency of HU

    Let’s check out an agent recruitment center, now a famous shop
  7. Gallery of LL

    Located in the center of Barcelona, you'll discover all the stolen works of art and documents
  8. Grand Hotel

    We will talk about many agents and anzis, what was really going on behind its doors and and see the exact spot where HLH hail
  9. The square

    The hive of spies and hear the secrets that were told here
  10. The Hostal of F Street

    Discover the allies who lived there and how they got in contact with "Le Resistance"
  11. Plaça Catalunya

    Find out what went on behind "Don Pedro" Office, the man behind the scene and the Old German Consulate, now a totally different and emblematic building, you will hear all its secrets
  12. Hidden Cargo

    Aduanas PR and discover the cargo that they had
  13. Nazi Secrets

    Trasatlántico Bank (now a famous shop) learn how the Nazis moved their money
  14. House of KBL

    A German agent, discover how he trained others agents for the WWII
  15. Teatro Tivoli

    Hear about 2 important people and the mystery behind her dead
  16. Police Commissioner

    Learn about; the agent and the Resistance
  17. The Theatre

    Find out more about the exclusive venue for the Nazis to celebrated
  18. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

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Reviews from guests

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Dick🇨🇦 Canada
14 February 2025
A part of Spanish / Nazi history I never knew about. Very knowledgeable guide with amazing photos and documents to show us. Also some family history from that time. Amazing slice of history, a great guide.
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Moe
6 February 2025
We took the WW2 Spy tour and Teo was a wealth of very interesting information. Spain may have been officially neutral, but it was not neutral at all. We loved the connection of her great grandfather and the spy/double agents. She has maps, photos, documentation that she shares. However, it wasn’t just WW2, when we were at Passeig de Gràcia, she gave detailed explanations of Casa Battlló (Gaudí), Casa Museu Amatller (delicious hot cocoa), and Casa Lleó Morera. We wanted a mostly WW2 tour with a little architecture too. Very highly recommended tour! Teo, a Great Guide and Historian!
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Clodagh🇮🇪 Ireland
2 April 2024
From the minute we met Teo we knew we made the right choice. Not only did she convey a history story to us she also gave us great tips for our visit in Barcelona. She didn't rush the tour and gave us plenty of time. There were three of us from 15 to 50. Thanks Teo for a memorable morning. Fun, Interesting and knowledgablw
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Andrew🇺🇸 United States
9 March 2024
Teo knows how to tell a great story, and she brings those skills to this tour through some of the most iconic sites in Barcelona. Living History
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Patrick🇩🇪 Germany
5 March 2024
Teo showed me interesting things about Barcelona (I did the Nazi and Spy tour). But she was also very adaptable to my needs and was incredibly friendly. Would go with Teo again. Highly recommendable!Teo was fantastic!
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Giselle🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
22 November 2022
We really enjoyed our afternoon with Teo. She was great with our 5 y/o. She taught us not only about history but also general facts about the city and even gave recommendations. We were glad we did this tour!Very informative and interesting!
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Rebekah🇺🇸 United States
1 November 2022
This tour is amazing. Teo is incredible and so kind and helpful as well as informative. Book it before it’s gone, you won’t regret it!PERFECT! Book it now!
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Natallia🇮🇪 Ireland
29 October 2022
This tour is very fun and interesting so is the tour guide! I'd say most people would like it. The history of such a small city was a very good experience in my opinion. I'd really recommend this to other people! The Tour
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Catherine🇦🇺 Australia
21 October 2022
For anyone interested in Spanish/European/WWII history this tour is a must. The walk takes one to key Barcelona sites linked to the guides’ narrative. The tour is niche, and it was both fascinating and intriguing. It provided informative context relating to the Spanish Civil War and post WWII. Unmissable tour
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Alex🇺🇸 United States
11 May 2022
If you are a fan on military history or just want to learn more about the secrets of what was going on in Spain during world war 2 this is the tour for you.Great experience
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Fernando 🇮🇹 Italy
11 February 2022
I hope this is the first of many other tours anytime I have the pleasure of visiting Barcellona. You are an incredible friendly person with a different kind of tour, where you explain facts that are unkwnown. And besides speaking about the Nazi movement prescence in your city and the resistance snd spy movements you showed us many other things. Thank you for your movie recomendations. Thank you and see you next time!!!!Great Experience of a different Barcelons
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Michael🇺🇸 United States
20 September 2021
We met Teo with a smile and excellent energy. Our time with her was so extra special. She is an amazing person and an excellent tour guide. Unique, personable, funny, intelligent and full of vital information about Barcelona. Personal connection to the past, and the present. Be sure to book a tour with her and you will be intoxicated with the charm and specialness of Barcelona!Teo is Exceptional !
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c5ryjphqgw🇨🇦 Canada
9 March 2025
Our guide was knowledgeable about the specific subject and Barcelona in general.We had a great experience - learned things we never would have found on our own.Knowledgeable!
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Ellen🇺🇸 United States
1 March 2025
Teo was very energetic, easy to get along with, very knowledgeable and authentic. Time flew by. Went back to one of the clothing store to buy a second piece. Highly recommend.Amazing, authentic experience
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Yinka
26 January 2025
A.Teo was amazing and very knowledgeable about the history of Barcelona. It was worth the experience and I really enjoyed it. A must if you visit Barcelona.10
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Jessica
9 December 2024
I highly recommend the Gothic Quarter tour with A. Teo. She was so knowledgeable and friendly which made it an incredible experience. We appreciated her willingness to cater to our interests and her recommendation for dinner that evening. Overall, an excellent tour! Fantastic tour
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Mark🇺🇸 United States
7 December 2024
We had a GREAT experience doing the “Jews and Gentiles in Barcelona” tour with Teo! She shared historical information, remains of actual locations and many wonderful anecdotes. Teo really brought the existence of Barcelona’s Jews throughout the ages to life for us! Her delightful personality and vibrant energy kept us interested and totally engaged throughout our time together. An added bonus was our visit to the Christmas market where Teo explained the meaning of unique customs and traditions celebrated in Spain! We were thoroughly delighted with our tour and would happily spend more entertaining and educational time with wonderful Teo!! Terrific Tour with Teo!
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mickkennedy🇺🇸 United States
13 November 2024
Tao was very knowledgeable of the Gothic area and regaled us with stories of growing up in the area. I would highly recommend. Outstanding
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Gail🇺🇸 United States
9 November 2024
We appreciated the fun, adaptability, and unique hidey-holes that showed us the layers of history. As a Catalan guide, her answers were direct and helpful. Plus, we got insider leads to all the good food spots! Enjoyable and informative!
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Tarasa
1 November 2024
Nice lady, but we thought we would do alot more shopping on this tour. It seemed we visited places that were people she knew, passing a lot of boutiques and shopping along the way but seeing food places, tea, art. But not alot of shopping. Not what we thought..
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Kaela🇺🇸 United States
23 October 2024
Teo gave us a very informative tour of the gothic quarter. She took us into shops and explained the history/unique architecture of places the average tourist would walk by, and have no idea the historical significance or story of that spot is. This is the only type of tour you can get from a local, that really knows Barcelona. I would recommend doing this tour at the beginning of your trip, so you can return to places you saw on tour that you would like to spend more time at. Informative - not your typical tour!
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Amatist🇺🇸 United States
14 October 2024
We had a great time in Barcelona with A Teo. She taught us so much about the Gothic Quarter and history and showed us some unique spots we would never have found on our own. She is super friendly and gave us some more tips about other places to see and where to eat during our stay. Gothic Quarter Tour with A Teo
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Lisa🇺🇸 United States
7 October 2024
A. Teo is very friendly and knowledgeable about Barcelona. She took my friend and me to shops we never would have found on our own.Fun shopping experience
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Allen🇨🇦 Canada
28 September 2024
We had a great walking tour with A. Teo. She was passionate and provided great insights to the Gothic area. Would highly recommend her.Understanding the Gothic Quarter
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Jacqueline🇺🇸 United States
27 September 2024
What a great way to start my vacation. I Learned about the local neighborhoods and we went to shops that only had local, one of a kind products. I highly recommend this tour!Prrsonalized tour
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Melissa🇺🇸 United States
21 September 2024
Teo was an amazing guide! She showed us so many sites in the gothic quarter that we 100% would have missed. She knows all of the hidden gems and is so knowledgeable about Barcelona’s history. Her energy was contagious and she was really mindful about the knee injury I’d suffered a week before our tour. 100% would recommend! Amazing!
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MARK🇺🇸 United States
19 September 2024
Our private tour guide, Teo was fabulous and extremely knowledgeable about Barcelona. Very pleasant and entertaining plus energetic. A very engaging young lady. Highly recommend her. She will also take you all over Barcelona. Not just the old town. Teo waa awesome
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Una🇮🇪 Ireland
28 July 2024
The most amazing guide. I cannot recommend Teo enough. She is extremely knowledgeable- she made our experience really special, taking us to places we never found on our previous visits to the city. She also made a wonderful lunch reservation for us. She even managed to keep our teenage girls engaged. A fun memorable tour. Una Bridget
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Janet
25 July 2024
Walking through Barcelona with Teo felt like we were wandering with a friend. We learned so much about the city but not in a way that was overwhelming. Lots of good stories and laughter and chocolates! Thank you!Loved our tour with A. Teo!!
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Vanessa🇪🇸 Spain
10 July 2024
Teo is such a special, creative, knowledgeable and kind soul. She showed me so many hidden gems around Barcelona that left me consistently speechless. She also pointed out all the best pastries and gelato stores once I told her my obsessions with desserts. Absolutely loved and cherished every moment with her. Thank you Teo. You were incredible 😘Left me Speechless <3
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Ben🇦🇺 Australia
5 July 2024
Great way to start our trip (and fight off some jetlag, fresh off the plane!). Fun, casual, super interesting, and different to the pre-planned routes that just get shepharded around through the usual tourist joints. Would recommend!!Fantastic intro!
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Melissa 🇺🇸 United States
5 July 2024
Our guide was amazing. She was a wealth of knowledge and able to provide us with a rich history of the area. She tailored the tour to our interests and was able to provide a real local experience. We got to see sights that you would never see exploring on your own. Highly recommend. Wonderful experience
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renee🇺🇸 United States
21 June 2024
Teo was a tremendously delightful and knowledgeable guide. She took me around to many clothing, jewelry and art shops. She suggested I look at each store, get a business card and then venture back after lunch. Great advice!! I previously passed many of these stores but with Teo as my guide she explained buildings's history and many people this is also where they create their works of art, clothing and jewelry. These things I would never have known just walking around. I'll be back to Barcelona and will contact Teo for another tour and you should too!!Behind each door is a atory
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Jonathan🇺🇸 United States
15 June 2024
My tour with Teo was amazing! Very informative, specific to what I was looking for and my unique interests, and with a personal touch and character that added tremendously to my overall experience in Barcelona, as well as some great advice and tips for the rest of my stay here. Thanks again!
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Steven🇺🇸 United States
13 June 2024
Two is knowledgeable in all things Barcelona ; we saw many places no tourist would ever venture to ; in addition Teo is a very warm easy to talk to person … highly recommend!!Teo Rocks !
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Ellen🇳🇱 Netherlands
6 June 2024
The tour with A. Teo was great! She is very knowledgeable and an enthusiastic story teller. We went to see a lot of hidden gems. Thank you A. Teo! Very interesting tour!!
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Tara🇺🇸 United States
6 June 2024
A. Teo was an amazing tour guide for my 80 year old mom and stepfather. She went above and beyond to help them. My stepfather is blind so she met them at their hotel and was patient and so informative. They loved their tour and highly recommend A.TeoGreat person and tour
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Sara🇺🇸 United States
24 May 2024
Our host was a great guide for the area of the Gothic quarter and Jewish quarter, with a wonderful grasp of the history from the Romans to today. My husband and I enjoyed the "backstory" on the various neighborhoods, houses, cathedrals, and castles we passed, with lots of opportunities to take photos. As this was a fantastic first experience with this type of city guide, I will definitely sign up again with other guides!First time with locals!
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Sigrid🇺🇸 United States
16 May 2024
I could not have been happier about booking Teo for this tour. I gave her a little bio about myself prior to meeting her, and she completely customized the experience to meet my interests and budget. She is bright, energetic and very perceptive. Her creative spirit is evident the minute you meet her. I loved that she showed up with multicolored hair extensions and wearing head-to-toe vintage clothing. She’s the real deal. You will LOVE her!
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Gail🇺🇸 United States
13 May 2024
Our Jewish History tour with A. Teo was one of our most memorable Barcelona experiences. A. Teo astounded us with her wealth of knowledge, her deep understanding of the topic, her intellectual curiosity, and her passion for her city. She took us to nooks and crannies scattered within the old town that brought history to life; impossible to have discovered without her professional guidance. Her warmth and zest for life exemplifies the essence of Barcelona. Thank you A. Teo!Warm & Passionate Jewish History Deep Dive
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James🇬🇧 United Kingdom
11 May 2024
We had a great afternoon with Teo. She showed us some great sights, and superb restaurants 👏 Superb Guide, knowledge & experience
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brian🇺🇸 United States
10 May 2024
We really enjoyed our tour with A. Teo! We can’t wait to recommend her to our friends and family. Thank you for making Barcelona so special for us. Loved our tour!
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Jennifer🇳🇱 Netherlands
2 May 2024
We wanted an insiders shopping spree peppered with a little city history. Teo was a fabulous fashionista and gave us an unforgettable experience. I will be back with my husband and will book a real guided history tour with her next time. We loved her energy, humour. On the way we stopped by some legendary city bakeries and I had one of the best croissants in my life. Thank you so muchWe had a BLAST
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Jeff🇺🇸 United States
27 April 2024
Teo was great! She was knowledgeable, told interesting stories, made relevant recommendations, and had a great sense of humor. She made our tour fun, and was also flexible and adaptable to our needs. Highly recommend her. Thanks again, Teo! Go with Teo!
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Samina
3 April 2024
Teo is delightful, fun and a treasure trove of knowledge! She is the ideal guide. She has a great visual sense of how the first time tourist would perceive a building or structure and goes to explain both the beautiful art and the architecture as it relates to the city. We loved our time with her and highly recommend her tour.The ideal guide - Teo!
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Andrew🇺🇸 United States
3 March 2024
Informative, high-energy tour of the historic center of Barcelona. Teo showed us a number of hidden treasures in the Gothic Quarter that we would never have found on our own.
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Susan🇺🇸 United States
25 February 2024
We really enjoyed our walking tour around Barcelona with A Teo. We had only booked the previous evening, so we didn’t have tickets to go into some of the more famous Gaudi buildings, but we gleaned lots of information from the exteriors, which are so full of details, and it was far more entertaining and in-depth than a stroll around on our own would have been. She also took us into some unusual spots we would not necessarily have thought of: a pharmacy, a bakery, etc, which had wonderful, original Art Nouveau interiors. We can’t stop marveling at how beautiful the city is! Well worth it!Great walking tour around Barcelona
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Sally-Anne🇬🇧 United Kingdom
18 February 2024
Hi Teo I just want to thank you for an excellent tour of Barcelona - we learnt so much about the areas we visited and saw things we would never have found if we hadn’t have been with - both bookshops with cafe and restaurant were one of our highlights. Thank you for being so considerate with my 80 year old mother - she truly enjoyed it. Can’t believe she tried a sea urchin in the food market! You are an excellent tour guide 10/10Grest experience
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Clem🇬🇧 United Kingdom
18 February 2024
A. Teo was really kind to rearrange the date of our tour last minute because I was unwell. She was an informative and friendly guide who showed us some of the secrets of Barri Gotic and El Born, including great pastry shops. It wasn’t as indepth about the history of the city compared to other tours we’ve been on elsewhere, but we learnt about Catalan culture and had an enjoyable time. Interesting tour of the old town
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Steven🇺🇸 United States
14 December 2023
Teo showed us all over the Gothic old town area with much history / great stories and tons of places that you would never find on your own. This is a great tour that you will not regret taking. AAA+++Great Tour

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