Barri Centre
Barcelona
Visit Barri Centre
Popular places to visit
Sagrada Familia
Gaudí’s basilica in the center of Barcelona is an architectural marvel and offers views across the city from eight towering spires.
La Rambla
These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers.
Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the great live music and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Barcelona Cathedral
Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.
Plaça de Catalunya
This popular Barcelona meeting point connects the old city with the new and is famous for its shopping, monuments and festival celebrations.
Barceloneta Beach
The warm water of the Mediterranean Sea and aquatic sports, beach bars and nightlife combine to make this Barcelona’s most popular urban beach.
Things to do
Hola Barcelona : Barcelona Unlimited Transport Card
Fast Track: Sagrada Família Guided Tour with Tower Access
Discover 3 countries in one day. Andorra and France from Barcelona
Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Bus Turistic
Skip-the-Line Casa Batlló Tickets with SmartGuide
Top hotels in Barri Centre
Barcelona Airport Hotel
"I felt the check-in staff was a little terse as well as ( I assume) the bar/restaurant manager. All other staff were excellent"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
"Clean"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Arc la Rambla
"The property was nice however don’t get a room on the first floor. The bar next door blasts their music until 1AM. It is so loud you can’t sleep. After a night of no sleep we asked to be moved and they did move us to a quieter room. It’s ashame that La Rambla is still under construction and it’s ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower
"Hotel was great, staff very were nice and all the dinning we tried was excellent."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Rialto
"Staff was exceptional, breakfast was superb room was clean"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
El Avenida Palace Hotel
"Great location, amazing staff. They do live music in the bar on Friday and Saturday nights and we loved ending our days that way."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barri Centre
Sants-Montjuïc
Sants-Montjuïc is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Port de Barcelona and Palau Sant Jordi. See more of Barcelona by jumping on the metro at Foc Station or Zona Franca Station.
El Poble-sec
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in El Poble-sec. Spend some time visiting top spots like Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, and catch the metro at Parc de Montjuïc Station or Espanya Station to see more of the area.
Sant Antoni
Travellers choose Sant Antoni for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample
Visitors to L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Avinguda Diagonal and Mercat del Ninot. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Provenca Station.
El Raval
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.
Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Sagrada Familia and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
