Downtown Barcelona
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Popular places to visit
La Rambla
These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers.
Barcelona Cathedral
Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.
Picasso Museum
See childhood drawings by Spain’s most important artist at this museum in Barcelona’s old town.
Arc de Triomf
Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.
Boqueria Market
Allow your senses to run wild as you explore the energetic and colorful food stands and tapas bars of Barcelona’s principal food market.
Palau de la Música Catalana
This concert hall is an awe-inspiring example of modernist architecture. Tour the building or get in early for tickets to a performance.
Things to do
Barcelona: Park Güell Guided Tour & Priority Access
Hola Barcelona : Barcelona Unlimited Transport Card
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Barcelona: Big Fun Museum & Museum of Illusions Ticket Combo
Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Bus Turistic
Top hotels in Downtown Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Barceló Raval
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Andante Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Arc la Rambla
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Eurostars Grand Marina
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Hesperia Barri Gòtic
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Barcelona
Ciutat Vella
Known for its stunning cathedral, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Ciutat Vella. Top attractions like La Rambla and Barceloneta Beach are major draws. Catch the metro at Jaume I Station or Barceloneta Station to see more of the city.
Gothic Quarter
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Gothic Quarter. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Jaume I Station or Liceu Station to see more of the city.
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.
Sant Pere
Sant Pere is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Palau de la Música Catalana and Arc de Triomf.
El Born
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar or Mercat del Born while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.
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.
Downtown Barcelona
- La Rambla
- Plaça de Catalunya
- Barcelona Cathedral
- Picasso Museum
- Arc de Triomf
- Boqueria Market
- Palau de la Música Catalana
- Plaça Reial
- Palau Güell
- Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
- Gran Teatre del Liceu
- Maritime Museum of Barcelona
- Rambla del Raval
- Barcelona Wax Museum
- Mercat del Born
- Pompeu Fabra University
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- El Raval Hotels
- El Born Hotels
- Barceloneta Hotels
- El Poble-sec Hotels
- Ciutat Vella Hotels
- L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample Hotels
- Sant Antoni Hotels
- el Fort Pienc Hotels
- Sants-Montjuïc Hotels
- Sant Pere Hotels
- La Ribera Hotels
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