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...
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...
Urban park for hiking and viewing wildlife
The expansive Collserola Hill park lies on an irregular mountain, making it a good observation point for viewing the city of Barcelona. With several trails to choose from, you can enjoy a good...
This park near Barcelona Sants station is a postmodern masterpiece, with ponds, waterfalls, trees, a dragon-shaped children's slide, a bar, and sci-fi-esque searchlight towers. It is especially beautiful when illuminated at night and definitely...
Gràcia is the bohemian neighborhood of Barcelona, a web of narrow streets and small squares north of the Eixample, with independent shops, cafés, vintage stores and cozy bars. It has few big chains and an easy, local feel. Until 1897 it was not...
Sir Norman Foster created the illustrious Torre de Collserola, which stands 288m tall and was finished in 1992. An exterior glass lift takes visitors to the 115m-high observation area, affording them stunning views that span up to 70km on a clear...
At El Poblenou's golden-white sands, there are volleyball courts and seasonal xiringuitos (beach bars) with sunbeds and umbrellas. Along the promenade above, there are several delicious seafood restaurants, such as Xiringuito Escribà beloved by locals.
Standing atop the bustling traffic at the southern end of La Rambla, Christopher Columbus keeps a watchful eye towards the Mediterranean from a Corinthian-style iron column built for the 1888 Barcelona Universal Exposition. Get a bird's-eye view...
Guided pedicab tour of Barcelona
Get a personalized and relaxing tour of Barcelona with a Trixi ride. Akin to a rickshaw, the pedicabs are bicycles with small cabs behind them. The pedicabs themselves are fun and futuristic, driven by...
Waterfront and beach area
The perks of Barcelona being located on the Mediterranean Sea is the beach. Stroll down Rambla del Mar for a relaxing afternoon with family, friends or your significant other. You’ll be rewarded with an array of...
Built between 1909 and 1911, this eye-catching twin-fronted building was created by Salvador Valeri (1873-1954). The main facade pays homage to Gaudi's unmistakable style, featuring a wavy roof and protruding balconies. Meanwhile, the back of the...
Today, the medieval high street of Barcelona, an early example of town planning, runs between the Romanesque Capella d'en Marcús and Passeig del Born. It initially emerged in the 12th century, when it extended northeast from the city walls...
Former residence of King Alfonso XIII
Royal Palace (Palau Reial) is a prestigious royal palace that lies in the similarly named and well-to-do residential area of the city. Close to the Zona Universitaria in a beautiful, carefully tended...
The vibrant beach of El Poblenou, located in the south, is the busiest and most popular. When the weather gets warmer, a few xiringuitos (a type of beach restaurant) appear and the beach is filled with people. The broad golden sand offers views...
19-century historic district with works by Gaudi and Cerda.
The grid pattern upon which L'Eixample District is laid out reflects the attention to design and growth of the area. The industrious potential of Barcelona was considered in this...
The Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau is a former hospital in Barcelona's El Guinardó district, a complex of Art Nouveau pavilions in gardens designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. It was built between 1901 and 1930, and UNESCO lists it as a...
It’s hard not to shudder when you catch sight of a shark swimming above you, with its wide-toothed grin – but this 80m shark tunnel at Barcelona's aquarium is an experience not to be missed. One of Europe's largest, this aquatic attraction has...
Located just behind the vibrant Mercat de La Boqueria, the historic Antic Hospital de la Santa Creu stands as a reminder of the city's past. Originally founded in 1401, the hospital was once heralded as one of the best in Europe and remained in...