What to see in Barcelona

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Santa Maria del Mar

At the southwestern end of Passeig del Born stands Santa Maria del Mar, one of Barcelona’s finest examples of Catalan Gothic architecture. This beautiful church was built in 1329 by master architects Berenguer de Montagut and Ramon Despuig and is...
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MACBA (Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona)

The Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA), opened in 1995, has become Barcelona's most distinguished contemporary art center. Designed by renowned American architect Richard Meier, its glistening white, glass-fronted exterior makes it a...
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Gaudi House Museum (Casa Museu Gaudi)

Nestled on the eastern side of Park Güell is a dusty-pink house which was the home of the renowned Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí from 1906 until his death in 1926. On display are furniture and ironwork he designed (from locations such as La...
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Església de la Concepció

Surrounded by the modern grid-pattern of Barcelona's late-19th-century Eixample, the Church of Santa Maria del Pi stands as a remarkable reminder of the city's medieval past. Dating back to the 14th century, the church was reassembled in its...
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El Born

Surrounded by the stunning Basílica de Santa Maria del Mar and the famous former Mercat del Born, Passeig del Born was the main hub of activity in Barcelona from the 13th to 18th centuries. Visitors will be enamored by its tranquil atmosphere,...
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Parc del Laberint d'Horta

Constructed in the late 18th century by Italian engineer Domenico Bagutti for Joan Antoni Desvalls, the Marquès d’Alfarràs i de Llupià, Parc de la Creueta del Coll is a beautiful and historic park located at the foot of the Collserola hills. For...
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Barcelona Zoo (Parc Zoologic de Barcelona)

Barcelona Zoo is home to 2000 animals, including geckos, gorillas, lions, elephants, and Iberian wolves, offering pony rides, picnic areas, and an adventure playground. In 2019, Barcelona authorities implemented regulations prohibiting the...
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Museu de la Xocolata

Chocoholics won't be able to contain their excitement at this museum dedicated to the beloved cocoa-based foodstuff. The museum traces the origins of chocolate, its arrival in Europe and the many myths and images associated with it, with...
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Estadi Cornellà-El Prat

Home of RCD Espanyol

Also known as Power8, Estadi Cornellà-El Prat is a €60 million venue with a capacity of just over 40,000. The new home RCD Espanyol, the venue also host concerts and other events.

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Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys

If you watched the Olympics on TV, you may have been surprised to see the main 60,000-capacity Lluís Companys stadium which hosted the Opening Ceremony and the shooting of the flaming arrow by an archer. The stadium, which first opened in 1929,...
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Sant Pau del Camp

The finest example of Romanesque architecture in Barcelona is found in the dainty little cloister at the Church of Santa Maria del Pi. This church's history dates back to either the 9th or 10th century, and was later rebuilt in the 11th or 12th...
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Ajuntament

For centuries, Barcelona's town hall has served as the seat of power. The Consell de Cent, the city’s ruling council, held its first meeting here back in the 14th century. Since then, the building has gone through various changes; the original...
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Anella Olímpica

Constructed for the 1992 Olympics, the Piscines Bernat Picornell and Estadi Olímpic are still accessible to the public. The Piscines Bernat Picornell, originally built for the swimming and diving events, is now open for everybody to use. The...
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La Mercè

Barcelona’s Beloved Lady of Mercy Church

Adored by the people of Barcelona, La Mercè is the city’s patron saint. For her duty of warding off the plague of locusts in 1637, the city’s main celebration in September is in honor of her. To...
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Carrer de la Riera Baixa

Popular shopping street in Raval

Carrer de la Riera Baixa is a narrow one-way street in Raval, famous for its vintage stores, and second-hand designer clothes. For vintage clothes, check out Vintage Galalith, Le Swing, Lailo or...
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Plaza de Sant Felip Neri

Surrounded by leafy acacias and featuring a trickling fountain and baroque church, the small square still bears the scars of the 1938 bombing carried out by the Italian air force in support of Franco, wherein 42 people tragically lost their...
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Plaza de la Virreina

The Plaça de la Virreina is a delightful pedestrianised area with lush greenery, highlighted by pleasant terraces. The 17th-century Església de Sant Joan stands as a regal presence, having been reconstructed in the 1880s by Francesc Berenguer.
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Parc del Castell de l'Oreneta

Barcelona park at historic castle site

Having been abandoned and overrun with vegetation, the historic Castell de l’Oreneta site still features beautiful ruins spanning an expansive field over two rural estates; Can Bonavia of the Count...
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Monestir de Pedralbes

Founded in 1327, the peaceful convent of Barcelona is now a museum, dedicated to the preservation of monastic life. While the few remaining nuns have moved to more modern neighbouring buildings, the site still stands in the same residential area...
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Fundació Antoni Tàpies

The late Antoni Tàpies, a renowned 20th-century Catalan artist, left behind a rich legacy featuring a powerful range of paintings and a foundation dedicated to the promotion of modern-day artists. This legacy is housed in the unique Fundació...
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Sarria Cemetery

For a leisurely stroll through history

Situated in the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi part of Barcelona, Sarria Cemetery (Cementiri Sarrià) is a historic spot where once the village of Sarria stood. Sarrià dates from the year 987, but few relics...
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Museu del Calçat

Shoes and tools used in the trade

Museu del Calçat traces the history of footwear, with an interesting collection of shoes from the 2nd century to the present day, some reproductions, and some authentic. Visitors can also see traditional...
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Palau de la Virreina

The Palau de la Virreina in Barcelona is a rare example of post-baroque architecture, boasting a grand 18th-century rococo mansion (with some neoclassical elements). Constructed in the 1770s by Manuel d’Amat i de Junyent, a renowned Spanish...
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Museu Frederic Marès

The astounding array of historical artifacts, religious art and antiques collected by the wealthy Catalan sculptor, traveller and obsessive collector, Frederic Marès i Deulovol (1893–1991), can now be found inside a vast medieval complex that was...
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Museu d'Arqueologia de Catalunya

Housed in the 1929 World Exhibition's Graphic Arts Palace, the intriguing Archaeology Museum of Catalonia provides visitors with an in-depth view of both the culture of Catalonia and the cultures from across Spain. From the 5th- to 3rd-century...
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Museu d'Història de Catalunya

The Palau de Mar, a majestic building from the 1880s, houses the Museum of Catalan History. This museum takes visitors on a journey from the Stone Age to the Spanish Civil War and beyond, exploring the tumultuous cultural and political history of...
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FC Barcelona Museum

Football club museum named after the club’s founder

FC Barcelona Museum was a dream of Joan Gamper, the club’s founder, in the 1920s. It wasn’t until 1984 when the football club’s then president Josep Lluis Nunez opened the museum, which...
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Erotic Museum of Barcelona (Museu de l'Erotica)

Explore the naughty side of historical artifacts at this museum, featuring ancient Indian bas-reliefs depicting tantric love, 18th-century wood carvings of Kama Sutra positions and Japanese porcelain porn and African fornication carvings....
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Galería Olímpica

Museum of the 1992 Olympic Games

Held in Barcelona, the 1992 Olympic Games brought a sense of sportsmanship to the entire world. One of the few European museums dedicated to sports, you will find costumes, photos and other memorabilia at...
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Centre d'Art Santa Mònica (Contemporary Art Museum)

The Convent de Santa Mònica, which was located on the western side of the street, has been renovated and is now a cultural center displaying various modern multimedia installations.
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Museu Militar de Montjuic

Museum hosted inside a genuine fortress built in 1779

The Museu Militar opened in 1963 inside the Montjuïc Castle. The museum currently has an exclusive collection of more than 11,000 military miniatures, a collection of antique and modern...
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Impossible Barcelona

Different perspectives on instant photography

Impossible Barcelona is a space to enjoy instant photography from every perspective. You will find a variety of polaroid cameras in different shapes, and sizes, from different time periods,...
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Foment de les Arts Decoratives i del Disseny (FAD)

Given the nickname “la grapadora” (the stapler), Barcelona's design museum makes for an intriguing destination. Its monolithic contemporary building boasts geometric facades in a rather brutalist style, housing a spectacular collection of...
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Casa Marti "Els Quatre Gats"

Built in 1896 under the supervision of architect Puig i Cadafalch

Casa Marti "Els Quatre Gats" was designed to look like a medieval castle. The Gothic façade of the home is additionally adorned with charismatic and ornamental elements of...
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El Desconsol

Notable sculpture in Parc de la Ciutadella pond

El Desconsol is a sorrowful man, his arm thrown across his down-turned head. Known as Grief in English, the sculpture is an early 20th century representation of modernisme, the Catalan...
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Sant Sebastià

If you're looking for a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, La Barceloneta's south end is perfect for a bit of fun in the sun. Relax on the white-golden sand and enjoy a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean. Right in front of the...
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Mar Bella

Platja de la Mar Bella is a popular spot among the LGBTQI+ community, offering a small strip of nudist beach, soft blonde sands, various water sports, and a skate park.
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Museo de las ilusiones

Where photography is encouraged!

Opened in Barcelona in 2015, Museo de las ilusiones is just off of Las Ramblas, and brings you IN to in the famous paintings that you've always wanted to be a part of!

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Mercat del Born

Industrial Landmark Made of Glass and Steel

Mercat del Born was Barcelona’s memoir to the industrial age. Used as a wholesale market until 1973, Mercat del Born has been a staple of Barcelona located at the conclusion of the Passeig del...
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Las Golondrinas

Short or long boat cruise around Barcelona’s ports

Meaning “swallos” in English, Las Golondrinas got their business start during the 1888 World Exhibition. Today you can still hop on one of the classic, wooden boats to tour Barcelona’s...