Guided Tour of Valls

Discover the birthplace of the castells on this guided tour of Valls. Wander through the streets of this historic Catalan city and see its most important monuments.

Tour Details

We'll meet at the Tourism Office in Valls at the designated time to start a walking tour of this city in Tarragona province, known for the birthplace of the castells.

On this guided tour of Valls, you'll learn the significance of the phrase "In Valls, people like to look at the sky" while discovering the city's over 8 centuries of history.

First, we'll explore the historic center of Valls, highlighting the city's commercial activity and the increase of the Jewish community in the 13th century, before arriving at Plaza del Blat for insights into the castell tradition.

Next, we will visit the Refugio Antiaéreo de la Guerra Civil to learn about the local history during this period as we explore its underground galleries.

Our tour continues at the Parish of San Juan Bautista, home to the tallest bell tower in Catalonia, followed by a visit to Plaza de L’Oli, designated an Asset of Local Cultural Interest.

We will conclude at the Capilla del Roser (Chapel of the Roser), a Late-Romanesque-style chapel from the 14th century featuring over 2500 tiles commemorating the Battle of Lepanto, recognized as a National Tourist Heritage Site.

After this 1-hour guided tour, we'll conclude at the chapel's exterior.