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What to do in Barcelona
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.

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.

Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.

Barcelona Cathedral
Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.

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.

Park Güell
Look out over the city from a Gaudí-designed terrace in this park in the city’s north.

Passeig de Gràcia
One of Spain’s most expensive streets has masterworks by Gaudí, Falqués and more, interspersed with designer boutiques and rather opulent cafés.

Camp Nou
Catch an event at Camp Nou during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Areas of Barcelona

Downtown Barcelona
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Barcelona. Top attractions like La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are major draws. Catch the metro at Liceu Station or Jaume I Station to see more of the city.

Gothic Quarter
If you love exploring medieval streets, watching street artists and eating tapas along shared tables in tiny bars, head straight for the Barri Gòtic of Barcelona.

Eixample
This upscale part of Barcelona charms with grand buildings, modernist architecture, fine dining, and trendy bars and luxury shops.

Dreta de l'Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.

La Sagrada Familia
Walk in Gaudí’s footsteps by visiting his breathtaking temple, an impressive labor of love that started in the late 19th century and is still ongoing today.

Barceloneta
A tough port neighborhood turned youthful beach hangout provides a sense of Barcelona’s many faces, with sea views as well.
- Sagrada Familia
- La Rambla
- Plaça de Catalunya
- Barcelona Cathedral
- Park Güell
- Camp Nou
- Casa Batllo
- Fira Barcelona
- Casa Milà
- Plaça d'Espanya
- Montserrat Monastery
- Palau Sant Jordi
- Arc de Triomf
- Picasso Museum
- Boqueria Market
- Palau de la Música Catalana
- Port Vell
- Parc de la Ciutadella
- Gaudi House Museum
- Diagonal Mar Shopping Mall
- Tibidabo Amusement Park
- Bogatell Beach
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