Things to do in Barcelona

Cristina

From Cristina's guidebook

Plaça de Catalunya is a central hub and a great starting point for exploring Barcelona, so use it as your navigation anchor. From here, you can easily walk to Las Ramblas, the Gothic Quarter, and Passeig de Gràcia. To get the most out of your time, visit early in the day before it gets crowded, and take a moment to relax by the fountains or feed the famously friendly pigeons. If you're using public transport, this plaza is also a major metro, bus, and airport shuttle connection point—perfect for planning day trips or getting around the city efficiently.

Sandra

From Sandra's guidebook

This lively square is the heart of Barcelona and it's beating strongly. Steeped in history, the Plaça de Catalunya is the nerve centre of the Catalan capital. Plaça Catalunya has a little bit of everything: Modern cafes, monuments, shops, hotels, bars and beautiful fountains. This square connects the old city with the modern part of Barcelona. At one side, you will find the Eixample district, and on the other side, you will find Raval and Barri Gòtic. Another connected landmark of the city to the square is Las Ramblas, which starts from Plaça Catalunya and heads downwards to Port Vell. Besides that, Plaça Catalunya has a few interesting monuments and sculptures of different artistic movements such as Noucentrisme, Neoclassicism and Avant-garde. Other than its monuments, this square offers a vast variety of stores such as El Corte Inglés, a famous Spanish department store, where you can find anything and everything, and two of the most famous shopping routes of the city, which are Portal de l’Angel and Passeig de Gracia. On these shopping streets, you will find from boutiques and international stores to expensive designer brands. ✨To get there from our apartmets: take metro line L2 (purple) from "Sagrada Família" to "Passeig de Gràcia" and walk about 4min to Plaça de Catalunya (all the trip about 15min).

Mònica

From Mònica's guidebook

Central square in Barcelona with trees and sculptures, surrounded by shops and cafes, used for special events.

Jordi

From Jordi's guidebook

An unmissable event for football fans is a visit to Camp Nou, the stadium where the legendary Fútbol Club Barcelona plays, one of the most successful and famous clubs in the world. It is important to know that, to see the inside of the enormous Camp Nou, you will have to wait until the end of 2024 or beginning of 2025, since today a complete renovation is being carried out that will expand its capacity to 105,000 spectators, becoming one of the largest and with the greatest capacity in the world.

Sandra

From Sandra's guidebook

It’s one of Europe’s football cathedrals and even if you have no affinity for Barça you have to visit Camp Nou to appreciate the dizzying scale of the arena. And if you are a fan you’ll be in heaven, touring the stadium and browsing the memorabilia of one of the world’s most prestigious teams at the museum. ⚽Tickets: https://www.fcbarcelona.com/en/tickets/camp-nou-experience# ✨To get there from our apartmets: take metro line L5 (blue) from "Sagrada Família" to "Collblanc" and walk about 12min (all the trip about 28min).

Giannis Vls

From Giannis Vls's guidebook

A top rated stadium. Spotify Camp Nou has been FC Barcelona's home since it was officially opened on 24 September 1957. Camp Nou. Barça's new stadium replaced their old ground of Les Corts which with a capacity of just 48,000 was too small to accomodate the interest generated by a team led by Hungarian star Ladislao Kubala. The stadium was designed by architects Francesc Mitjans Miró and Josep Soteras Mauri, with the collaboration of Lorenzo García Barbón, and it was constructed between 1955 and 1957, using mainly concrete and iron. The whole project cost a staggering 288 million pesetas, which meant the club would spend the following years heavily in debt. Although it was originally going to go under the official name of ‘Estadi del FC Barcelona’, it soon came to be popularly known as the 'Camp Nou' (the ‘new ground’), as opposed to the club’s old home at Les Corts. It was not until the 2000/2001 season that, following a postal vote made by the Club membership, that the decision was made to make ‘Camp Nou’ the official name of the stadium. Of the 29,102 votes the club received, a total of 19,861 (68.25%) preferred Camp Nou to Estadi del FC Barcelona. The stadium’s maximum height is 48 metres, and it covers a surface area of 55,000 square metres (250 metres long and 220 metres wide). In accordance with UEFA stipulations, the playing area has been downsized to 105 metres x 68 metres. With a capacity of 99,354, it is now the biggest stadium in Europe. However, the total capacity has varied over the years owing to different modifications. When it was first opened in 1957, it held 93,053 spectators, which would be increased to 120,000 in 1982 on occasion of the FIFA World Cup. However, the introduction of new regulations outlawing standing areas reduced the stadium’s capacity in the late 1990s to just under 99,000. In the 1998-99 season, UEFA recognised the services and facilities at Camp Nou by awarding it five star status. In 2010, in line with the new UEFA regulations, this category was replaced by the new 'Category 4' title which corresponds to the stadiums which fulfill the most demanding requirements with regards to facilities, services and capacity such as FC Barcelona's ground. Of the different facilities on offer inside the stadium, of particular note are a chapel next to the changing rooms, the presidential box, the VIPs lounge, the press rooms, several television studios, the Sports Medicine Centre, the Operative Control Unit (UCO), the veteran players area, the FC Barcelona club museum, and the offices of all of the many different Club departments. In 1982 the stadium’s capacity was increased by 22,150 with the addition of the third tier of seating, giving Camp Nou room for some 115,000 fans. The stadium played host that year to the opening ceremony and first game of the World Cup. Two years later in 1984 the Club Museum was added to the stadium. In 1994, more work was carried out as the pitch was lowered by 2.5 metres to allow the lower seating area to be expanded, the conversion of standing areas behind the goals into seated areas and the removal of the moat from around the pitch. Before the century was out the standing areas were turned into seating thus reducing the stadium’s capacity to its present day figure of 99,000. Τίτλοι/Πρωταθλήματα FC Barcelona: 5 Champions League🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆. 3 FIFA Club World Cup🏆🏆🏆. 28 Spanish Champion🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆. 5 UEFA Supercup🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆. 32 Spanish Cup (Copa del Rey)🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆. 4 Cup Winners Cup Runner Up🏆🏆🏆🏆. 14 Spanish Super Cup🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆. 3 Messe Cup🏆🏆🏆. 9 Copa Catalunya🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆. 3 Copa Eva Duarte🏆🏆🏆. 🇪🇸🏟️ 👟⚽️🥅🧢👕👚🧤🩳🏆🥇

Jordi

From Jordi's guidebook

This marine house has 11 thousand specimens of more than 450 species from different corners of the world. There are 66 Mediterranean and tropical aquariums, in addition to one of the areas most acclaimed by visitors, such as the 80-meter-long transparent tunnel, where animals such as sharks, rays and octopuses, among others, swim above you as you cross the fishbowl. In addition, you will not only be able to enjoy animals, but also marine fauna from various areas such as the Red Sea, the Caribbean or the Australian Great Barrier Reef.

Natalia

From Natalia's guidebook

Located right by the harbor in Port Vell, it is one of the largest and most important Mediterranean-themed aquariums in the world. The Highlight: The 80-meter underwater tunnel. Kids can walk through a glass tube while sharks, rays, and moonfish swim directly over their heads. Kid Zone: The Explora! area has over 50 interactive activities where children can touch, see, and hear nature.

Sh Barcelona Team

From Sh Barcelona Team's guidebook

The aquarium proposes activities like Birthday Party, Sleeping and Immersion with sharks. Approximative price: 20€. Opening Hours : Monday to Sunday from 10am to almost 8pm.

Magda

From Magda's guidebook

This modernist building was built by Antoni Gaudí in 1907 and it's located in Passeig de Gràcia. Its façade shows a popular Catalan tale, "Sant Jordi and the dragon".

Jamica

From Jamica's guidebook

The colour and fantasy of the Casa Batlló captivates passers-by on the Passeig de Gràcia. Standing halfway up this elegant boulevard and in a strongly contrasting style to the neighbouring houses, the Casa Amatller and Casa Lleó Morera, this building reveals the splendour of an architect who was able to work on this project with total creative freedom, Antoni Gaudí. The architect Antoni Gaudí undertook a radical refurbishment of a building in Barcelona's Passeig de Gràcia dating from 1875 to create one of his boldest works. Gaudí's imaginative efforts were key to the development of the project, as was the decorative work of the artisans who collaborated with him between 1904 and 1906. A simple glance gives rise to myriad interpretations. The discs of multicoloured glazed-ceramics and broken shards of stained glass, placed with precision, depict flowers and water lilies and play with the reflections of the sunlight. This vast impressionist painting is often interpreted as the surface of the rolling sea in the heart of Passeig de Gràcia. The Casa Batlló's innovative immersive galleries take you on a completely different journey through Gaudí's mind. New technological installations and smart devices will help you rediscover this great UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Atirova

From Atirova's guidebook

Case Batlló (1906) is an imposing modernist building in central Barcelona designed by Gaudí. The building is a reconstruction of an existing building for a middle-class family. The facade is decorated with colorful mosaic, running from shades of golden orange at the bottom into greenish blues at the top. You can visit the museum and the rooftop where you can enjoy the views of the city.

Phil And Fiona

From Phil And Fiona's guidebook

This is an architectural museum and is located a mere stone’s throw away from the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc. This museum is perhaps one of the most interesting places to visit in Barcelona as you walk through 117 buildings from the 15 autonomous regions of Spain. It’s the best kind of history lesson available.

David

From David's guidebook

A recreated Spanish village built for the 1929 World's Fair, Poble Espanyol features authentic architecture, traditional crafts, and live performances showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage.

Ester

From Ester's guidebook

The Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village) was built for the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition. It is an open-air museum with replicas of some of the most beautiful buildings and squares in Spain.

Juan

From Juan's guidebook

About two thirds of the way up the Ramblas, on the left, you will see one of Europe's largest and most famous food markets. The "Boqueria" Food Market is a must-see during a trip to Barcelona along with the Ramblas or Plaza Real which are in the same area. Specialist stalls selling many and varied options of olives, seafood, fruits, meats, cheeses and much more are all on offer. In the back of the market you can eat the fresher seafood and fish in Barcelona, straight out of the sea onto your plate!

Toni

From Toni's guidebook

Our recommendations for fruit and vegetables, these genuinely freshest-of-fresh stalls: with their own produce, Can Neguit; Laura i Marc Besora; or the "pagesos" (smallholder farmers) in the open air at the side. For pork meat products: La Moianesa. For beef and lamb: Carns Serrano (two stalls). For an array of chicken, duck, rabbit and more: Avinova. There are lots of other great stalls, of course. And many bars and stalls now sell tempting food to eat in situ.

Lhaty

From Lhaty's guidebook

Barcelona’s most central produce market is one of the greatest sound, smell and colour sensations in Europe. It spills over with all the rich and varied bounty of fruit and vegetable stands, and seemingly limitless varieties of sea critters, sausages, cheeses, meats (including the finest Jabugo ham) and sweets.

Jamica

From Jamica's guidebook

The Sagrada Família is Antoni Gaudí's best-known work and has become an undisputed symbol of Barcelona. This unique modern temple has been under construction since 1882. Although the architect Francesc de Paula Villar was originally commissioned to carry out the Sagrada Família's project, just a year later he was replaced by the young Gaudí, who devoted himself fully to the task until the time of his death in 1926. During his lifetime, Gaudí completed the crypt and the Nativity façade at the side, which have been declared a World Heritage Site. The surviving models and drawings have made it possible to continue with the building work, which continues to be funded by private donations. The basilica of the Sagrada Família represents a true building challenge. It consists of a basilica floor plan with five naves and a three-sided transept that represent a symbolic Latin-cross. The basilica also has three monumental façadesThe four bell towers on each façade represent the 12 Apostles who accompanied Jesus of Nazareth.. The tower above the apse and altar is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It stands 138 metres high and is surmounted by a twelve-pointed star that is lit up at night. The highest tower of all will be dedicated to Christ the Saviour, and will be more than 170 metres high. The Nativity façade and crypt have been awarded World Heritage status by UNESCO.

Ana

From Ana's guidebook

The Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família,shortened as the Sagrada Família, is an unfinished church in the Eixample district of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It is the largest unfinished Catholic church in the world. Designed by architect Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926), his work on Sagrada Família is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.On 7 November 2010, Pope Benedict XVI consecrated the church and proclaimed it a minor basilica.

Vanessa

From Vanessa's guidebook

The Sagrada Família is a massive and iconic basilica in Barcelona, Spain, designed by the renowned architect Antoni Gaudí. Known for its awe-inspiring architecture, intricate facades, and ongoing construction, it remains an extraordinary symbol of artistic and architectural ingenuity.

David

From David's guidebook

Casa Milà, popularly known as “La pedrera” (“The Quarry”) because of its stone façade resembling a quarry, is one of Gaudí’s most famous buildings. It was commissioned in 1906 by businessman Pere Milà i Camps and his wife Roser Segimon i Artells. Their idea was to build a private house for themselves and, at the same time, to have some apartments for rent in the most rapidly growing urban area at the time in Barcelona, the Ensanche. The house was designed as two independent blocks with separate accesses, but communicated by inner courtyards. The innovating construction method, based on the use of pillars, allowed the creation of wide open spaces and numerous openings on the façade. Other remarkable elements are the movement of the façade, with its sinuous lines, and the naturalistic decorations.

Jamica

From Jamica's guidebook

In the central Barcelona's Passeig de Gràcia, we find the Casa Milà or La Pedrera, a blend of fantasy and functionality make this architectural landmark a must-see visitor attraction. This is the culmination of Antoni Gaudí's career, designed as a modernista building tailored to the new social needs, without forgetting his main source of inspiration: nature and organic forms. When Pere Milà commissioned Antoni Gaudí to build a residential block, it gave the architect the perfect opportunity to bring to fruition one of his most complete works. Built between 1906 and 1912, the Casa Milà occupies an entire corner of the Passeig de Gràcia in Barcelona's Eixample. The Casa Milà's façade resembles the moving sea, the waves interacting with the seaweed-motifs on the wrought-iron balcony railings. The large stone blocks are a type of skin that covers the skeleton of a building free of load-bearing walls. La Pedrera, the Catalan for stone quarry, is actually the pejorative name given to the building by the locals who were amazed by the modern Gaudiesque forms. The Casa Milà was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. Three areas are open to the public: the dreamlike attic space, with is brick catenary arches; the rooftop, where the chimneys recall the silhouette of warriors rising up among the dunes of the desert; and finally a period apartment.

Phil And Fiona

From Phil And Fiona's guidebook

Also, known as La Pedrera, this building was designed by Gaudi in the early 1900s and is a prime example of not just Gaudi’s famed work but of prime modernist architecture. If you’re a fan of architecture or indeed, just a fan of Gaudi, this is hands down of the best things to do in Barcelona.

Sandra

From Sandra's guidebook

Barcelona Cathedral was first built in the 13th century but didn’t receive its distinctive facade until the 19th century, making it neo-Gothic rather than Gothic. Parts of the original Gothic facade are still visible if you walk down the side of the cathedral. It might not have the quirkiness nor the hype of La Sagrada Família, but it holds court: a giant Gothic temple that looms large against the narrow lanes and matchbox shops. Today, the cathedral’s official name, Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia, honors Eulalia, a local girl who refused to accept Roman emperor Diocletian’s demand to recant her Christian faith. It’s beautiful and atmospheric, as religious buildings so often are. Regardless of your personal level of piety, the architecture inside plus the city view from the short elevator ride to the top - is quite something. ✨To get there from our apartmets: take metro line L2 (purple) from "Sagrada Família" to "Passeig de Gràcia" and walk about 13min (all the trip about 20min).

Pado

From Pado's guidebook

The Barcelona Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia, is a stunning example of Catalan Gothic architecture nestled in the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. Built between the 13th and 15th centuries, the cathedral impresses with its intricate façade, soaring spires, and detailed stone carvings. Inside, visitors can admire magnificent stained-glass windows, a beautiful cloister with a garden of palm trees and a small pond, and the crypt of Saint Eulalia, the cathedral's namesake and co-patron saint of the city. One of the cathedral’s unique features is its resident flock of thirteen white geese, which symbolize Saint Eulalia’s age at the time of her martyrdom. The rooftop offers panoramic views of Barcelona, adding to the cathedral’s appeal. Rich in history and architectural beauty, the Barcelona Cathedral is a must-see for those exploring the city’s medieval roots and religious heritage.

Jamica

From Jamica's guidebook

The Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia watches impassively the passing of time in a constantly moving and changing Barcelona. The Cathedral also reflects the different generations who have left their imprint and the blend of architectural styles in this predominantly Gothic building which needs to be viewed inside in order to fully understand its splendour. Barcelona Cathedral was built over six centuries. Funded by donations from the medieval brotherhoods and guilds, the building work in Santa Creu commenced in 1298, on consecrated ground which was the former site of a 4th-century early-Christian basilica, which had been destroyed by the troops of the general of the Andalusian caliphate of Al-Mansur in the 10th century. Only the baptistery survives from this building. The chapel of Santa Llúcia was part of the Romanesque church built prior to the Gothic Cathedral, while the oldest surviving doorway is the Porta de Sant Iu. The main façade and bell tower were completed around 1890, following the original plans, in the neo-Gothic style. The interior is an impressive sight with 25 side chapels, the magnificent 14th-century cloister and the choir stalls, where the Knights of the Golden Fleece gathered during the visit of Emperor Charles V of Germany in 1519. The pulpit and the crypt, which is the burial place of Santa Eulàlia, one of Barcelona's patron saints, are also extremely beautiful. The cathedral is dedicated to the saint.

Lola

From Lola's guidebook

Whether you’ve managed to snag tickets for a home game or booked on a behind-the-scenes tour of the legendary Camp Nou Stadium, a visit to the FC Barcelona Museum is a must for football fans. One of the city’s most popular museums, drawing an average of 1.2 million visitors each year, the FC Barcelona Museum is right next door to the stadium and offers an unbeatable glimpse into the city’s top football team. Completely refurbished back in 2010, the ultra-modern museum now features a giant interactive glass touch screen, audiovisual displays and a 3D cinema, alongside its vast collection of football memorabilia, personal memoirs and photo galleries. The largest exhibition deals with the team’s illustrious history from its humble beginnings in 1899, through a stream of international championship winnings, to becoming the world’s second-richest football team.

Jordi

From Jordi's guidebook

If you have boys or girls who love football and Barça, this place will be like a very precious treasure. In the FCB Museum you will find the entire history of the club, the trophies it has won and you can sign up for the 'Camp Nou experience': a tour of the most emblematic places of the stadium. An unavoidable event for culé families.

Mariona

From Mariona's guidebook

The Barcelona Football Club Museum is a museum located in the Camp Nou facilities, which exhibits all the trophies won by all the sports sections of the Catalan club throughout history, as well as all kinds of objects related to its teams, players and social mass. It is the most visited museum in Catalonia.

Jordi

From Jordi's guidebook

The Picasso Museum is a space dedicated to the incredible legacy of the great creator of the 20th century. More than 4,000 pieces are displayed here, making it one of the largest permanent collections in the world dedicated to Pablo Picasso. Although it houses an overwhelming variety of creations, the most impressive rooms are those dedicated to his early works, from the late 19th century. In addition, the museum allows us to better understand Picasso's relationship with the city of Barcelona. It is located in the La Ribera neighborhood, between five adjacent medieval-style buildings.

Luis Fernando

From Luis Fernando's guidebook

Admission is FREE every Thursday (5-7pm) and on the first Sunday of each month (9am-7pm).

Pado

From Pado's guidebook

The Picasso Museum in Barcelona, inaugurated in 1963, is one of the most iconic spaces for exploring the early and formative work of Pablo Picasso. Located in the historic Born district within five medieval palaces, the museum houses a collection of over 4,000 works, focusing mainly on his youth and developmental years. This collection allows visitors to understand the artist's evolution from his beginnings in Málaga, his time in Barcelona, and his immersion in modern art in Paris. Among the most notable pieces are his complete Las Meninas series, a reinterpretation of Velázquez's masterpiece, along with works from his Blue Period and early portraits. The museum is a must-visit for those who wish to understand Picasso's deep connection with the city of Barcelona and the development of his unique style.

Quim

From Quim's guidebook

If you like modern art, MACBA is your museum. Also, don't forget to sit in a terrace next to the museum and enjoy the ambiance there! Tip: this museum is free every Saturday after 4pm!

Benet

From Benet's guidebook

Meier embraced the difficult task of creating a building that would ultimately display a variety of contemporary artworks that were unknown to him at the time of design. The choice to build the museum in the Plaça dels Ángels is consistent with Meier’s vision to situate the building amongst some of Barcelona’s oldest streets and buildings, in addition to revamping the public space of the Raval. After the completion of the $35 million construction, local media referred to the museum as “the pearl” amongst the old architecture and narrow streets just a few blocks from Gothic center of Barcelona.The building’s architectural style has strong references to Modernism. The large (120 by 35 meters) white building has much of its southern elevation glazed, providing the visitor with views across the plaza, and allowing for an abundance of natural light to illuminate the interior galleries. The museum has three main galleries, which can be subdivided, as well as five smaller galleries, one of which is in a tower. Collection The permanent collection of around 5,000 works(up from 1,100 works at the time of the museum's opening in 1995) dates from the mid-20th century onward. There are three periods of modern art represented: the first one covers the forties to the sixties; the second spans the sixties and seventies; the third period is contemporary. The collections focus on post-1945 Catalan and Spanish art, although some International artists are also represented

Phil And Fiona

From Phil And Fiona's guidebook

In the heart of El Raval, the MACBA has been offering top-notch curation of contemporary art for more than 20 years. Its permanent collection numbers more than 5,000 works from some of the biggest names in the art world. The museum is also great at scheduling seminars that focus on contemporary art and its relevance to other disciplines. Be sure and visit its substantial archive directly across the square, which is full of skaters grinding around in a performance art all their own.

Angela

From Angela's guidebook

A very large and popular nightclub with lots of events - Missy Elliott played recently - and is widely acclaimed to be great fun with a choice of 5 different music types - Rock, Techno, Pop, R&B and Disco and much more. City Hall Night Club off Placa Catalunya has 2 different music areas and a large outside area - perfect for late night chatting. International Night on Mondays is good fun with a variety of nationalities wearing their country sticker with pride! Wednesday night is the most famous night for students. The club is located in an industrial part of Poble Nou. Carrer de Pamplona, 88 (Poble Nou)

Acomodis Apartments

From Acomodis Apartments's guidebook

Razzmatazz is one of Barcelona’s best clubs, so of course it knows how to throw a big party – and we really do mean big. With five rooms playing bangers across different musical styles, this is the place to go if your music taste simply cannot be limited to one genre. Across the rooms, DJs will be playing pop, reggaeton, dembow, hip hop, R&B or electronic music from 10.30pm-5am. Tickets cost approximately €60.

Francesc

From Francesc's guidebook

Razzmatazz has been named the best electronic and rock music club of Europe for a long time. Check the club's website here http://http://www.salarazzmatazz.com

Tina

From Tina's guidebook

🏛️Mercat de Sant Antoni 🍽️ Top Food Experiences Inside the Market • Fresh Tapas Bars: Grab a stool at one of the small bars inside for classic tapas—think tortilla de patatas, croquetas, and fried calamari. • Olive & Cheese Stalls: Sample and buy from an incredible selection of Spanish olives, aged Manchego, creamy Torta del Casar, and more. • Butcher & Charcuterie Counters: Many offer small tasting platters of embutidos (cured meats), with the option to pair with local vermouth. • Fresh Seafood Counters: Some stalls will clean and prep your choice of fish or shellfish—perfect if you’re planning to cook at home. • Prepared Foods: Rotisserie chicken, paella boxes, or Catalan-style cannelloni (canelons) are ready to enjoy on the go.

Eloy Y Maria

From Eloy Y Maria's guidebook

Sant Antoni Market During the week, you can find in this market of Barcelona's Eixample Esquerra stalls outside selling all kinds of goods, from clothes and shoes to homewares … and, inside, gleaming displays of vegetables, fruit, fish and meat. On Sundays, second-hand books and stamps for collectors captivate the visitors to the historic Mercat de Sant Antoni which retains the architecture, vibrancy and charm of its origins. The Mercat de Sant Antoni was designed by Antoni Rovira i Trias in 1882. Welcoming us inside, above the main entrance, is the Barcelona coat of arms, crowned by a bat, and a plaque showing the year the market was built. The metal structure, so typical of the mark...

Keith

From Keith's guidebook

The famous Boqueria market on Las Ramblas has become a tourist trap. Check out this market, or Santa Caterina, or Barceloneta instead. Far from the madding crowds, closer to home, in Sant Antoni, housed in a historical building.

Ana I Miki

From Ana I Miki's guidebook

One of the best clubs of the city. Located in the beach area, it counts with a more international atmosphere. Here you can find tickets for DJs like Tiësto, Oliver Heldens, Robin Schultz or Bob Sinclar, apart from many other notorious DJ sessions: https://opiumbarcelona.com/tickets#/

Silvia Y Rubén

From Silvia Y Rubén's guidebook

Opium Barcelona is placed on an incomparable location with views to the Mediterranean sea and the Barceloneta beach, next to Hotel Arts. As the beach club accoutered with the greatest terrace in Barcelona, Opium has turned into the most cosmopolitan leisure’s proposal of the city. Opium merges the benefits of a very select restaurant, cocktail bar and lounge, with a club where best international DJ’s and artists have left a mark on. info from: https://opiumbarcelona.com/en/concept

David

From David's guidebook

Its a disco on the beach area. It is close to 2 more discos. This one is probably the most reputated

Pado

From Pado's guidebook

7 minutes 🚶‍♀️ Ciutat Comtal is a popular restaurant celebrated for its authentic tapas and vibrant atmosphere. Located close to the apartment, this spot is a favorite for both locals and tourists seeking a true Spanish dining experience. Ciudad Condal offers a variety of classic dishes such as patatas bravas, jamón ibérico, grilled seafood, and Spanish omelets. The lively bar is often bustling, with beautifully plated tapas displayed for easy selection, while the warm and attentive service enhances the experience. The restaurant’s relaxed yet energetic ambiance makes it perfect for sharing plates and enjoying good company.

Benjamin

From Benjamin's guidebook

A popular tapas bar in Barcelona known for its extensive menu of traditional Spanish dishes. Some of the most popular dishes include the patatas bravas, croquettes, grilled octopus, Iberian ham, and grilled artichokes. Due to its popularity, it's common to see a line outside Ciudad Condal during peak hours, but the wait is usually well worth it for the delicious food and lively atmosphere.

Rentemporal Barcelona Sl

From Rentemporal Barcelona Sl's guidebook

Fantastic bar-restaurant for seafood, tapas etc Try Pulpo a la gallega (grilled octopus), chipirones (fried baby squids), tortilla (Spanish omelette with potato), shrimps, bread with tomato and ham

Anna & Vince

From Anna & Vince's guidebook

Best tapas in Barcelona. It is recommended to go early, you usually will have to wait but it is worth it.

Seb

From Seb's guidebook

Typical Tapas restaurant. Doesn't take reservations but worth the wait.

Asal

From Asal's guidebook

Amazing tapas restaurant with a large choice of tapas!! Always full, so best to arrive at least 30 minutes before, put your name on the waiting list... no reservation possible

Ana I Miki

From Ana I Miki's guidebook

This place is incredible, the decoration is stunning and the food is also very good. Located at the heart of Passeig de Gràcia, it reflects Barcelona’s social and cultural life. It is the first restaurant in Barcelona with different areas where you can try traditional recipes from around the Iberian Peninsula, prepared with high quality produce in unique surroundings. Besides it functions as a cocktail bar as well, suitable to have drinks in the evening. It counts with four different cocktail bars and four different mini-restaurants: the grill, the fish market, the tapas place and the market stand. A must-see!

Adriana De Buho Boutique Rooms

From Adriana De Buho Boutique Rooms's guidebook

El Nacional is the first restaurant in Barcelona with different areas where we can try traditional recipes from around the Iberian Peninsula, prepared with high quality produce in unique surroundings. Located at the heart of Passeig de Gràcia, it reflects Barcelona's social and cultural life

Tina

From Tina's guidebook

El Nacional is a grand, multi-restaurant space in the heart of Barcelona, offering a variety of culinary experiences under one roof. One of its unique features is the Beer and Preserves Bar, where you can enjoy a pint of local beer served in a honey jar—a charming touch that adds to the venue’s distinctive character. The bar offers a selection of classic and imported beers, accompanied by delicious tapas of meats, cheeses, and smoked fish, making it an ideal spot for a relaxed aperitif.

Cristina

From Cristina's guidebook

Arrive early in the morning if you want a more relaxed experience with fewer crowds and a clean, quiet shoreline. Bring a towel, but leave valuables at your hotel—pickpocketing can be common, especially in the afternoon. After your beach time, explore the nearby Barceloneta neighborhood for fresh seafood at a local tapas bar. For a scenic end to your visit, walk along the beachfront promenade toward Port Vell as the sun sets.

Kay

From Kay's guidebook

Beach boardwalk and promenade stretching for miles. In summer enjoy refreshments at the ‘chiringuitos’ - pop up café bars on the sand. A 15 minute walk from the apartment.

Bilge

From Bilge's guidebook

2 minutes from the flat ,take your drinks and beach towels and enjoy the sun and sea and try the Paella at the beach restaurants

Gary

From Gary's guidebook

Sitges is famous for its golden sandy beaches, inviting turquoise waters, and the scenic Passeig Marítim, a palm‑lined promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and sunset watching. Its beaches consistently rank among the top things to do in the area, offering a mix of lively family-friendly areas, quieter coves, and vibrant urban beaches Sitges is known for hosting some of Spain’s most celebrated events throughout the year. Its International Film Festival, iconic Carnival, and a rich calendar of exhibitions, concerts, outdoor yoga events, and fairs make it a lively destination no matter when you visit

Marta

From Marta's guidebook

Even though Sitges' Old Town isn't particularly huge, it's worth visiting, especially the old fishermen's quarter with its white homes with blue borders, as well as the 15th-century Church of Sant Bartomeu and Santa Tecla with its Baroque interior

Alex

From Alex's guidebook

Ancient village located 36 kilometres southeast of Barcelona (50 kilometres from the flat). Sitges is synonymous with culture, the birthplace of Modernism and a city of cinema. With unique beaches and more than three hundred and twenty days of sunshine a year, its traditions and artistic sensibility are combined with museums and palaces, authentic architectural gems. A place to discover incomparable corners, to stroll and relax by the sea and to taste a rich gastronomy with a seafaring tradition. During your visit to Sitges it is essential to stroll through the white, cobbled streets of the old town, discovering its old sailors' houses marked with the Sitges blauet and its Rincón de la Calma, or visit the iconic parish church of San Bartolomé and Santa Tecla, known as La Punta, its seventeen beaches of fine sand, between natural and urban, and the Maricel Palace, a noucentista palace by the sea. What's more, whenever you come, Sitges is always open: its shops and restaurants are open from Monday to Sunday all year round.

David

From David's guidebook

Park Güell offers the perfect surroundings to enjoy some modernist architecture and a pleasant stroll through the park at the same time. Designed by Gaudí under the patronage of entrepreneur Eusebi Güell, it was meant initially to be a housing development for Barcelona’s bourgeoisie. In the height of Barcelona’s urban growth and construction under Plan Cerdà, Güell wanted to provide the city with a British-style residential park (hence its English name). He chose to build the park on the Montaña Pelada, a hill with unbeatable views over the sea and the plain. The space was divided into 60 plots, and paths, stairs and walkways were built. Strict construction rules were established: the buildings should not take up more than one sixth of each plot, they could not be very high and they should not block the neighbors’ views and light. Construction started in the year 1900 and, apart from the paths and walkways, a big porticoed square, the pavilions at the entry, the outer fence and the main stairway were built. However, the project was abandoned in 1914 due to the lack of buyers. During Güell’s lifetime the park, although still his private property, was used for public events; after his death, the municipality purchased it, and what was originally meant to be a residential area was converted into a public park.

Lola

From Lola's guidebook

UNESCO-listed Park Güell designed by the world-famous Catalan architect, Antoni Gaudí. It’s a strange, enchanting place where his passion for natural forms really took flight and the artificial almost seems more natural than the natural. The park is extremely popular, in fact it’s the most visited park of the world and access to the central area is limited to a certain number of people every half-hour – book ahead online (and you'll save on the admission fee). The rest of the park is free and can be visited without booking. Bookings can be made on https://www.parkguell.cat/en/ . If you click on the link "Visit website" under the photo above it will take directly to this page.

My Space Capital

From My Space Capital's guidebook

Designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí, this park is an architectural and natural wonder. With its colorful mosaics and breathtaking scenery, it is an ideal place for a leisurely stroll and photography.

Rut

From Rut's guidebook

Ciutadella Park is close to the city centre and is the green space most frequented by locals. There’s much to see across its 17 hectares: the zoo, the Catalan Parliament buildings, the church, the lake, the bandstand... But it’s also alive with activities like markets and fairs, sporting events, concerts, DJ sessions, children’s parties, charity events and much more.

Natalia

From Natalia's guidebook

This is the city’s most famous park, and it’s a giant green playground. The Park: You can rent rowboats on the lake, climb the giant stone Mammoth statue, or watch the street performers making massive bubbles. The Zoo: Located inside the park, it’s home to everything from lions to penguins. It has a great petting zoo section where kids can see farm animals up close.

Atirova

From Atirova's guidebook

Parc de la Ciutadella (1860) is Barcelona's largest park (70 acres) that provides a green hideaway from the city. The park gives home to the city's zoo, the Parliament of Catalonia, a romantic lake, two museums and a flamboyant Cascade Fountain by Gaudí. There's also a small Greenhouse where you can find plants and flower from all over the world.

We Boutique

From We Boutique's guidebook

Barcelona’s Port Olímpic (Olympic Port) was constructed to coincide with the 1992 Summer Olympics. It is nowadays an attractive leisure harbour that sits in front of the Olympic village, between Somorrostro beach (used to be part of La Barceloneta) and Nova Icària beach. The Olympic Port has a delightful promenade all along the coast, which is perfect for a daytime stroll or an evening walk. It is packed with restaurants, terraces, bars, pubs and nightclubs and department stores, not to mention that it runs along several of the city’s beaches.

Toni

From Toni's guidebook

Leisure area where you can find the casino many clubs like Opium, Pacha, Shoko.

Claudio

From Claudio's guidebook

Life at the port has its own personality throughout the day and all year round. Its magnificent terraces looking out over the sea, its cafes, tapas and music bars give the port a colourful atmosphere, attracting people from first thing in the day right up to the early hours of the morning, people from the city, tourists, onlookers, personnel from the nautical services... all close to the most fashionable restaurants and shops of the cosmopolitan and modern city of Barcelona.

Rut

From Rut's guidebook

This huge and incredibly well-manicured maze sits within the oldest park in the city. You’ll find it in the Horta neighbourhood, where, if you ever make it out of the labyrinth, you can mooch around a neoclassical 18th-century garden and a 19th-century romantic garden, plus the Desvalls mansion, and an array of fountains and sculptures of mythical Greek characters. Note that there’s a small entrance fee of around €2.

Tobias

From Tobias's guidebook

The Parc del Laberint d’Horta in the Horta-Guinardó district is the oldest preserved park in Barcelona, thanks to its distance to the center, usually completely neglected by tourists. But from our place it's just a 10-minutes ride by car. The site, which lies on the slope of the Serra de Collserola ridge, includes an 18th-century classicist garden, which has elements of a romantic 19th-century garden and can be visited for a very small entrance fee.

Ana Maria

From Ana Maria's guidebook

The Horta Labyrinth Park is a historic garden located in the Horta-Guinardó district of Barcelona. It is the oldest preserved garden in the city. It is located in the old estate of the Desvalls family, on a hillside in the Collserola mountain range. Begun in 1794 and finished in its first phase in 1808, it was the work of the Italian architect Domenico Bagutti. The enclosure includes a neoclassical garden from the 18th century and a romantic garden from the 19th century.1 It opened to the public in 197

Mariona

From Mariona's guidebook

The village is a popular, small beach destination in the south. Sitges is especially known for its carnival and is popular in the LGTB community.There is a few nude beaches. In general, Sitges is great for beaches and nightlife.By day you can wander around sleepy white-washed streets, decorated with colourful kitsch ceramics and balconies full of potted plants; by night the cafes, restaurants and bars throw open their doors and Sitges becomes one of Spain’s most happening party places. This is where the first ever Pacha nightclub opened (in 1967!), whilst the gay scene is one of the strongest in the country. With 17 sandy beaches (some nudist), a beautiful Old Town and a triumvirate of good museums, Sitges makes for a fantastic day trip – or even longer – and has both a family-friendly and gay-friendly vibe. To get to Sitges simply hop on the train from Sants Station, or Passeig de Gracia. They usually run every 15 minutes and take about 35-40 mins from Barcelona. Tickets are around 4 or 5 euros each way. For train timetables for check the Rodalies section of the Renfe website.There are different events happening in Sitges such as the Sitges Film Festival in October and the Sitges Carnival in February.

Anton

From Anton's guidebook

Sitges is a coastal town in Spain's Catalonia region, southwest of Barcelona, backed by the mountainous Parc Natural del Garraf. It's known for its Mediterranean beaches and seafront promenade lined with grand mansions. The compact old town and surrounding streets are filled with shops, restaurants, and many gay bars and nightclubs. The Maricel Museum and Cau Ferrat Museum showcase Catalan and other Spanish art.

Ayesha

From Ayesha's guidebook

Beautiful seaside town of Sitges. LGBTQ+ capital of Spain. Great nightlife, restaurants, a gorgeous seafront and church, as well as boutique shopping and buzz.

Sandra

From Sandra's guidebook

Grácia is an eclectic mix between a young, alternative and bohemian scene and older Catalan residents who have lived there for generations. With an incomparable local charm, it feels like a small city tucked away inside the metropolis. In fact, Grácia was once considered a separate town just outside of Barcelona until the Eixample district connected it with the old city in the late 1800’s. The bohemian vibe has drawn many international artists to this area, resulting in a wide selection of galleries, live music and artsy boutique stores. The nightlife is centered around the vibrant Grácia’s plaças, where young and old gather to enjoy a drink outside. Carrer de Verdi, its main street, offers affordable restaurants and a movie theater that screens new as well as classic films in their original language. Gracia is particularly well-known for its international cuisine scene - you’ll find everything here, from authentic Italian restaurants and ice cream shops to American pie shops and Japanese sushi and ramen restaurants. It’s a cool spot for shopping too, home to many authentic stores, selling an eclectic range of products, from old vinyl records to unique boho fashion and handmade souvenirs. However Gracia's greatest treasure lies just up the hill at Guell Park, where Antoni Gaudi's vibrant and revolutionary art sculptures stand atop unequaled views of Barcelona. If you visit in late August, you’ll hit the annual Festa Major, one of the largest street festivals in Barcelona, when each area competes for the main prize given for the most beatifully decorated street. With quiet, charming plazas and tons of local shops, restaurants, and cozy cafés, Gracia is one of the very best places to visit in Barcelona.

Alessandro

From Alessandro's guidebook

The Gracia area starts at the end of Paseo de Gracia but is so different! Very few people go and walk up to this area although it is a very nice area with lots of sunny squares with cafes and restaurants, clothes designer shops, art shops, organical food shops. One of the loviest square is Plaza de la Virreina with its old stone church and its terraces to enjoy a drink or sandwich outside. Metro station : Joanic, the yellow line ( 3 stops to Paseo de Gracia and 5 stops to the Barceloneta beach ) on Plaza Joanic Station Fontana Green Line on carrer Gran de Gracia at the corner of the carrer Asturias It used to be a separate village before the city expanded to surround it at the end of the 19th century. The walk to Gracia (Passeig de Gracia) is now the main boulevard of Barcelona. It still retains some of that village feel, it is bohemian, cosmopolitan, full of good bars and restaurants, shops, market, little squares with pavement cafes, etc The peek time is in August (5 days) the Gracia festival with all the streets get incredibly nicely decorated by the inhabitants, so much fantasy with recovery plastic bottles. Food and drinks everywhere the all night long. Main squares : Plaza del Sol, Placa Rius y Taulet now called Plaza Vila de Gracia, Placa Joanic, placa Virreina, plaza de la revolucion de setembre de 1868, Plaza Rovira i Trias Main streets : Carrer Gran de Gracia ( shopping area), carrer Verdi ( small cafes, restaurants, art shops ), carrer Asturias (ecological, organic shops), carrer Traverseria de Gracia (market), Carrer Encarnacio. Play grounds for children Plaza del Diamant Plaza de la revolucion de septembre Carrer de l’Azina ( behind the church from Plaza Vireina) The area is perfect for those who want something a little bit different, those who perhaps have been to Barcelona before and want a different tourist experience. On the Verdi street, the Cine Verdi where you can watch movies in their original version. There are 2 entrances , the Verdi on carrer Verdi and the Verdi Park on carrer Torijos.

Alejandro

From Alejandro's guidebook

Gràcia is a very nice neighbourhood with lots of restaurants, bars, tapas, markets. The public is young and the streets are alive. The third week of august, Gracia´s festivities all in the neighbourhood, perfect place to enjoy Barcelona way of life !

Cristina

From Cristina's guidebook

To get the most out of your visit to La Sagrada Família, book your tickets online in advance with a tower access option—it’s the only way to see Gaudí’s breathtaking views over Barcelona from above. Arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon for the most dramatic lighting through the stained glass windows. Don’t skip the basement museum, where you’ll find fascinating models and history that deepen your understanding of the basilica’s design and ongoing construction. And bring headphones if you plan to use the official audio guide app on your phone.

Pado

From Pado's guidebook

The Sagrada Família in Barcelona is an architectural marvel and one of the most iconic landmarks in Spain. Designed by the renowned architect Antoni Gaudí, construction began in 1882 and, remarkably, continues to this day, with an anticipated completion in the coming years. The basilica is a masterpiece of Catalan Modernism, blending Gothic and Art Nouveau forms in a way that is uniquely Gaudí. Its towering spires, intricate facades, and vivid stained-glass windows draw millions of visitors annually. The Nativity and Passion façades depict contrasting scenes from Christ's life, while the still-unfinished Glory Façade will eventually illustrate themes of death, final judgment, and glory. Inside, Gaudí’s signature organic shapes create a breathtaking forest-like atmosphere with columns branching like trees toward the ceiling. The Sagrada Família is not only a symbol of Barcelona but also a testament to artistic vision, faith, and architectural innovation.

Jamica

From Jamica's guidebook

Like a small diagonal that breaks with the perfect grid layout of the Eixample, the Avinguda Gaudí stretches proudly from the Sagrada Família towards the Hospital de Sant Pau. A semi-pedestrianised street that connects two magnificent landmarks, one by Gaudí and the other by Domènech i Montaner. Building work on the new Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau began in 1909, and led to the construction of a new street that would connect the hospital with the church of the Sagrada Familia. This is how the Avinguda Gaudí came into being. With Gaudí's church at one end and Doménech i Muntaner's modernista complex at the other, this is a bustling semi-pedestrianised street. In spite of the busy cross-streets, this artery features all the elements that give it the appearance of a boulevard: restricted vehicular access, bollards on either side, pavement cafés and a whole host of shops which delight lovers of typical neighbourhood shops.

Francisco Javier

From Francisco Javier's guidebook

🏘 Neighborhood Spotlight: El Born El Born is historic, trendy, and full of life, combining medieval charm with modern culture. Why visit El Born: Historic streets: Narrow alleys, hidden squares, and the beautiful Santa Maria del Mar church. Art & culture: Home to the Picasso Museum and many artisan shops. Bars & nightlife: Tapas bars and cocktail spots make it lively after dark. Tip: Visit during the day to explore shops and museums, and return in the evening for tapas and local music.

Sandra

From Sandra's guidebook

The trendy neighborhood of El Born is the perfect mix of old and new, it is truly special. The beautiful facades of the centuries-old buildings contrast with their updated, 21st-century interiors. After all, there are few places that live and breathe such exciting energy regardless of the time of day. Located just inside the busy city center and next to the beautiful Parc de la Ciutadella, life in El Born is never boring. Here, hidden down these backstreets sit some of the coolest spots in the city - clandestine speakeasies, hip coffee shops, trendy concept stores and hipster barbers. All these are interspersed with small art galleries and boutique shops, selling everything from handmade leather shoes and bespoke jewellery to unique fashion. Another lively spot for a night out, the main thoroughfare of Passeig del Born is lined with many different bars - ideal for a cocktail, a beer or a vermouth, with a vast array of restaurants ranging from fancy Michelin-star establishments to trendy fusion restaurants. Tucked in one of the alleyways in a row of conjoined townhouses you’ll find the Museu Picasso, which showcases the artist’s work during his early and final years, and the Gothic cathedral La Santa Maria del Mar. El Born is a wonderful area to get lost in or relax in and have a glass of cava in the afternoon at an outdoor café. It’s also close to Barri Gòtic, another beautiful medieval neighborhood whose streets are lined with Gothic townhouses and Roman walls, all amid the awe-inspiring Catedral de Barcelona, or La Seu. (Try seeing the cathedral at dusk, when there are fewer crowds and the exterior and stained-glass windows are illuminated).

Angela

From Angela's guidebook

Located in the heart of Barcelona‘s Old Town, in one of the city’s most popular neighborhoods commonly known as ‘El Born,’ the Passeig del Born is one of the main routes through the area and dates back to the 13th century. Today, the area is popular with tourists and locals alike and is home to many independents shops, cafés, and restaurants. The area commonly known as ‘El Born‘ is in fact just a small part of the wider neighborhood known as Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i La Ribera, and more specifically, part of the ‘La Ribera‘ quarter, which means ‘The Shore.’ The area’s name refers back to the time before the 16th century when the Barceloneta neighborhood did not yet exist, and La Ribera was a wealthy neighborhood located on the seafront. The lower part of the area eventually became known as ‘El Born‘ in reference to the market known as ‘Mercat del Born‘ located on Carrer del Comerç. The market was inaugurated in 1847 and was the main market of the area until 1920, when it became the central fruit and vegetable market for the entire city of Barcelona. For a slightly more sophisticated slice of Barcelona's nightlife, the equally pretty, but slightly less touristy, El Born is also very central and here you'll find all manner of trendily-attired nightowls crowding into cafes and bars - especially in the district's heart, the Passeig del Born. Check out Miramelindo and Cactus Bar for two reliable faves, or trawl the backstreets to find hidden hotspots like Coppelia Club or weird and wonderful surprises like Cat Bar.

Jordi

From Jordi's guidebook

The old fishing neighborhood, La Barceloneta still maintains that seafaring and family charm in its narrow streets and its taverns such as La Peninsular or La Cova Fumada where you can enjoy tapas with the best fresh fish and seafood in the city. Furthermore, if the weather is good, you can enjoy the busy beaches of Barceloneta, Somorrostro, Sant Sebastià and Sant Miquel, with views of the spectacular W hotel or its open-air gyms.

Mariona

From Mariona's guidebook

Barcelona has more than 4.5 miles of beaches, from Sant Sebastià to Llevant. Many can be found in Barceloneta, the historic maritime and workers’ neighbourhood that sprung up on the island of Maians from the 17th century. It’s well worth wandering through the streets of Barceloneta to admire its modest yet charming two-storey houses. Another draw is the area’s excellent and varied cuisine, ranging from tapas and vermouth to paella and seafood. You can also spend a few good hours checking out the glitzy yachts lining the marinas such as Port Olympic complex.

Frédéric

From Frédéric's guidebook

The Barceloneta used to be a fishermen neighborhood in the 18th century, but now it has become one of the most popular areas in the old city because of its great restaurants and the Barceloneta beach, the biggest in the city. It is the perfect area to eat paella and seafood during the day, or tapas during the night. Also, sunset's at the Barceloneta beach or the Port Vell are among the best in the city. Getting there from the apartment is not complicated, you are 30 min away with the subway.

Magda

From Magda's guidebook

Lively during the day, quiet during the night, Sant Antoni is a neighbourhood that screams "local": local restaurants, local bars, local shops... You'll find in here the Barcelona that wakes up every morning, goes to work, picks up their children from school and buys groceries for dinner. The neighbourhood's main spot is the Sant Antoni Market, one of the biggest and oldest local markets in Barcelona, where you can see, aside from the typical food and clothes stands, some Roman ruins that have been recently discovered.

Weflating

From Weflating's guidebook

Sant Antoni is one of the coolest neighborhoods in Barcelona. Located next to Raval -which is the most multicultural area of the city- and only at a 15 minutes walking distance from the city center -Plaza Catalunya and la Rambla-. Sant Antoni is a combination between a traditional neighborhood and an international youth hub that meet in cool brunch cafés. The big red iron Market from the XIX Century, recently renewed, is one of the main buldings that gives a strong personality to the neighborhood and offers fresh proximity food. Furthermore during the weekends there is a book selling and antiques market. Comte Borrell street is designed for pedestrians and there are families with kids playing around and people gatherings. There are others like Parlament street which is also very pleasant with many terraces under lines of trees.

Rodrigo

From Rodrigo's guidebook

Sant Antoni is a neighborhood in the Eixample district of Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Its non-official centre, the marketplace of the same name—designed by Antoni Rovira i Trias and built between 1872 and 1882—is one of the oldest and most popular in the city, especially with the secondhand book stalls that surround the building Sunday mornings. It is bordered by the neighbourhoods of the L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample (on the other side of Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes), the Raval (on the other side of Ronda de Sant Antoni), and Poble Sec (on the other side of Avinguda del Paral·lel). The streets of Sant Antoni follow the grid pattern prevalent in all of Eixample, except for a central thoroughfare, the Avinguda de Mistral, built on the site of an important medieval road which led out of Barcelona. Another well-known landmark of Sant Antoni is the bar called Els Tres Tombs, right next to the market.