Ciutat Vella
0.5 miles from city centre
Ciutat Vella (‘old city’) is comprised of several neighbourhoods - El Barri Gòtic, El Raval, El Born and Barceloneta (all detailed here in separate descriptions). As a whole, the district’s characteristic features are narrow, winding streets that reach from Las Ramblas to the coastline.
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Eixample
0.4 miles from city centre
L’Eixample’s large, grid-like avenues (modelled after New York) are easy to navigate. Passeig de Gràcia (at the centre) is a tourist hot-spot, with Gaudí's Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, and Puig i Cadafalch's Casa Amatller in easy reach. Carrer Balmes is a safe and tolerant area for travellers of all persuasions.
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Gràcia
1.3 miles from city centre
There’s a youthful energy in this dynamic area. Plaça de la Virreina, Plaça del Sol and Plaça de Rius i Taulet, are charming squares to relax and people-watch. Take a stroll through Gaudí’s Park Güell, with its unusual architectural spaces that offer wonderful views of the city.
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Sants-Montjuïc
1.4 miles from city centre
This district retains a lot of its traditional character. Tourist hot-spots surround Montjuïc Hill, next to Plaça Espanya. Visit the Joan Miró Foundation and Catalonia National Art Museum (MNAC) in the Palau Nacional. The 17th-century Montjuïc Castle stands on the hill, or enjoy the colours of the Magic Fountain below.
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Sarrià-St. Gervasi
1.7 miles from city centre
Accessible only via train or bus, this primarily residential district has a range of local restaurants. For families travelling with younger children, the CosmoCaixa science museum offers a range of exhibitions. At the furthest edge of the district is Les Planes, an outdoor picnic area.
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Cultures melt together in Barcelona, a lively metropolis of mesmerising architecture, medieval streets and top museums on the coast of Catalonia. Its most celebrated figure, Antoni Gaudí, takes all the credit for the city’s most outstanding monuments. From the twisting facade of stone-hewn Casa Milà to the monumental Sagrada Familia, the work of this world-famous architect can be found all over the city.
In the Gothic Quarter, you’ll find centuries-old tapas bars set among old haunts and a gargoyle-adorned cathedral. Fill up on staples like ground-beef stuffed croquettes and salt-cod fritters under this dramatic backdrop, and wash it all down with a glass of fruity Rioja. Nearby, an amble along the lively, tree-lined promenade of La Rambla will bring you to the coast, where the crowds start to thin out.
Find a slice of beach in Barceloneta or a shady patch of grass in Parc de la Ciutadella, and soak up the year-round sunshine. Alternatively, take a stadium tour of Camp Nou, or climb Carmel Hill for sweeping views and the iconic mosaics of Park Güell – another of Gaudí’s fantastical creations.
Tonight
From £106 per night
This weekend
From £339 per night
Next weekend
From £590 per night
Most popular time to visit | October–December |
Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
Local currency | € 10 = £8.56 |
Language | Spanish |
Average weekend price | £147 per night |
Average weekday price | £127 per night |
Typical stay | 2 nights |
Camp Nou
2.5 miles from city centre
Plaça Catalunya
In the city centre
Sagrada Familia
1.2 miles from city centre
Plaza Espanya
1.4 miles from city centre
Passeig de Gracia
0.2 miles from city centre
Cathedral of Barcelona
0.4 miles from city centre
Arc de Triomf
0.6 miles from city centre
Plaça del Sol
1.2 miles from city centre
Palau Sant Jordi
1.9 miles from city centre
Plaça Reial
0.6 miles from city centre
Metro so easy to use, we had a 5 day travel card.
19 April 2024
Metro so easy to use, we had a 5 day travel card. Public spaces clean. I only felt vulnerable at Las Ramblas because of the crowd's. So much to see. Sagdra familia stunning, jaw dropping, the light and colours inside took my breath away. Park Guell beautiful, well maintained and run. Guide very knowledgeable and entertaining. Cassa Batllo superb, again well run. We loved the audio tape commentary. Book these events in advance. People were so annoyed when they couldn't enter.
I LOVED BARCELONA.
18 April 2024
I LOVED BARCELONA. What an absolutely fantastic city full of things to do, amazing food to eat and wonderful people to make your stay even better. The food - Oh my god. On every street is a little gem that sells the most wonderful food. TRY A CATALAN RESTAURANT!!!! The sights - Again, amazing. La Sagrada Familia is a must - but book in advance, don't get caught out!! The weather - We must have hit during a hot weekend, 27 degrees in April! It was PERFECT. The cable cars - DO THEM! I cannot wait to come back and explore more.
A very busy place, even in April.
16 April 2024
A very busy place, even in April. Enjoyed a walk and linger on the beach, the sun was out and it was warm. The food market is an absolute gem, I loved browsing amongst the stalls with their wonderful offerings. I found the Metro easy enough to navigate and it took me to the places, or near to them, that I wanted to go to. Park Guell is beautiful but it was so busy, even early in the morning. I would highly recommend pre booking tickets for the Gaudi attractions well in advance. They do sell out and can't be bought on the day as far as I know. I also used the airport shuttle bus which was quick, very frequent and not too expensive.
You have to love Barcelona!
16 April 2024
You have to love Barcelona! Been there quite a few times and each time it has brought me a different experience. It is a large and vibrant city. Has so much to offer , Gaudi, tapas, shopping, beach, beauty, style and amazing views!! You have to see Sagrada Família , the most amazing church designed by Gaudi!! It is a city you must go and visit! Transport is excellent , it is a place to put on your list of cities to visit.
Barcelona is a beautiful place to visit.
16 April 2024
Barcelona is a beautiful place to visit. The tree-lined streets remind you of Paris only it's warmer. Just walking around, looking at the Gaudi architecture and stopping every now and then for tapas is a lovely way to spend a lazy afternoon. There are plenty of shops and bars in both Las Ramblas and the Gothic Quarter but for a more chilled experience (and better shops) head toward the mountain side of Plaça de Catalunya to either Passeig de Gracia or Rambla de Catalunya. Here you are more likely to be mixing with locals and will find plenty of cool restaurants on the footpath without the hoards of tourists of Las Ramblas. Whilst in Passeig de Gracia, head to El Nacional Barcelona - you can't miss it as it has its name up in lights - this is a beautiful and huge old art deco hall which contains two restaurants - one fish, one meat, a tapas bar and a cocktail bar all under the one roof. Even if you don't want to eat, it's worth a look inside just to see how gorgeous it is. Book in advance online (suggest at least a week) to get into the Sagrada Familia or Park Guell - there are no tickets available on the day and both book out early in busy times. There used to be a bit of the park that was free access - this is no longer available unless you are a registered local. There are also good views of the city to be had from the Torre Glòries - which is the big cucumber like building sticking up in the middle of the city. Lastly, hanging out in Park Ciutadella is nice and you have the nearly spectacular Arc de Triomf nearby as well.
There is always more to see.
15 April 2024
There is always more to see. Ww love exploring back roads and off beaten path bars and tapas. Ventured on metor and public buses. Awesomely Gulten Free restaurants, bakeries, beer and tapas. Started with hop on hop off to get bearings and choice must check out spots. Felt very safe. No problems with anyone. No eye contact with beggers or merchant pushers, simple no thank you and look away. Can't wait to return!!! Low cost! The Main turstist market is higher than other choices but would do again for the experience! Chok is totally GF and things can't get in states.
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