Things To Do in Barcelona

The park is a great place for couples to have a relaxing time, or for families to celebrate a birthday party. Being one of the most beautiful places in Barcelona, it offers you the opportunity to escape from the noisy and busy city while walking around under the palm trees and experiencing the Mediterranean vegetation. Read more ›

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The green heart of Barcelona

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Mercat de la Barceloneta

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Markets like Mercat de la Barceloneta are a key element to understand the urban and social logic of Barcelona. Behind nowadays modern markets lies a long tradition of trading, inseparable from the history of Barcelona. Going to the market means not only going shopping but also socialising with your neighbours. Read more ›

The art of grocery shopping

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ParaPark

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An extremely original game that mixes elements from mazes, puzzles and logic is the latest phenomenon in Barcelona. Imported from Hungary, where games of this kind were started, ParaPark is the first game of these characteristics available in Barcelona and its becoming more popular day by day. Read more ›

Will you escape from this room?

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Ruta del Modernisme

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For the architecture buffs out there, the local government has helpfully provided the Ruta del Modernisme. Catalan modernism is not unlike it's contemporaries and shares many traits with Jugendstil and Art Nouveau. The Ruta comprises works by the most famous adherents, such as Antoni Gaudi and Lluís Domènech i Montaner. Read more ›

Gaudi and more

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Park Güell

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This is so over-run that the council even set up escalators to the top of the hill. But, and this is a big but, the minute you escape further up the hill, the crowds thin out and there are nice and quiet picnic tables. Parc Güell has a magical quality that seems to make the hours disappear - and you have some stunning views of Barcelona. Read more ›

Park. By Gaudi.

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Sitges

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Sitges is about half an hour away by RENFE, but a million miles away by attitude. There's a quiet charm to this sea-side resort town. It's just not as rushed as Barcelona, so if you wanna feel like a Mallorca tourist, but couldn't be bothered with the sail over there, look no further. Read more ›

For that Balearic feeling

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La Boqueria

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You won't get food fresher than this. Featuring a dizzying mix of stalls and eateries, the huge Mercat de la Boqueria is a must-see for anyone visiting Barcelona. Read more ›

Food everywhere

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Búnkers del Carmel

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The best viewpoint in Barcelona!

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Bunkers del Carmel is a great place for a view over the city. Old ruins of a bunker on top of a hilltop, is now a popular place where locals and tourists come to watch the sunset. Bring some snacks, something to drink, and enjoy the magical moment as the sun sets behind the mountains. Or if your an early bird, come up here to see the sunrise! Read more ›

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Sagrada Familia

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This is it - the masterpiece of Gaudi and icon of Barcelona since construction started in 1882. It's most definitely worth - but you won't be alone. Honestly, it's amazing work and very modern. Expect busloads, literally, of tourists. Read more ›

Iconic Barcelona.

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Museu Picasso de Barcelona

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A large part of Picassos formative years were spent in Barcelona, where he also had his first exhibit. This period of the famed painters life is documented in the Picasso Museum, which holds an extensive collection of early works and sketches. Read more ›

Young Picasso

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Full moon party

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Once a month, on the full moon, the beach at Mar Bella turns into something of a hippie gathering. As the night closes in, people of all ages gather at the beach to drum the night away. On a good night, we're talking several hundred people, dancing, drinking and skinny dipping till morning comes. Read more ›

Howlin' at the moon

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Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona MACBA

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MACBA is so modern, so hip, that it almost hurts. Well, only almost. The iconic building houses a world-class modern art museum. And MACBA is always taking risks - their exhibitions are well-presented, but not always what you could or would call mainstream. No wonder the area hosts the daytime events of electronic music festival Sonar. Read more ›

Oh so hip

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La Rambla

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Most anyone in Barcelona has a love-hate relationship to Les Rambles. It's something of a must. On the street you'll find some markets, kiosks and tons of restaurants that fill up with tourists - in the high season, you're unlikely to see many locals at all. Despite this, it's still the main drag through the city and full all year round. Read more ›

To walk the line

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Los bunkers del Carmel

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Best view over Barcelona

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If you look for some great views over Barcelona, this spot is made for you! Enjoy a 360-degree view over Barcelona and its surroundings. Sunrises and sunsets ;-) Read more ›

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CCCB - Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona

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Like it's neighbour, the MACBA, the CCCB is something of a powerhouse on the modern art scene of Barcelona. The museum focuses heavily on contemporary art, as well hosting discussions, workshops and so on. Guided visits are unfortunately only in Spanish and Catalan - go figure. Read more ›

Modern art powerhouse

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Palau de la Música Catalana

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The casual observer would be forgiven for thinking this a work of that guy, Gaudi, but it is actually a contemporary of his, Lluís Domènech i Montaner, who designed the Palau de la Música Catalana. It was built between 1905 and 1908, and is a stunning example of Catalan modernism. Read more ›

Palace of music

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Montserrat

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It sounds like something out of a Tolkien book, but Montserrat does really translate to "saw mountain", so named for the distinctive rock formations. It's a great place for a hike and offers stunning views on both sides. The Monastery is a popular destination, but there's also a number of foot paths in the national park. Read more ›

The Saw-toothed mountain

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Muntanya de Montjuïc

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Parque de Montjuic

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Welcome to the Montjuic Mountain and all the gardens it has to offer you: Sightseeings Museums Swimming Pool Bars Take the teleferic of Montjuic that takes you from the beach until the mountain! Or the second one that brings you from the middle of the mountain to the top where there is a castle to visit! Read more ›

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Poble Espanyol

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Originally conceived to showcase Iberian architecture to the visitors of the 1929 World Expo, the Poble Espanyol outlived the Expo and became an open-air architecture in it's own right. It was means to showcase an ideal village in Spain, and the popularity of the exhibit meant that it is still operating today. Read more ›

All of Spain at once

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Barceloneta Beach

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The two beaches, Barceloneta and San Sebastia, are some of the city's oldest and most beloved. For a long time, this was designated a nude beach, as the beach was something out of the way. That changed when the W Hotel opened. Yes, that huge building that looks like a sail. Read more ›

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Carrer Riera Baixa

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Riera Baixa has become a sort of alterna-crowd shopping street, what with second hand stores, records shops and tattoo parlours going door to door. A few cafés round out the selection. Read more ›

Alternative shopping

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Carrer Maria Aguiló

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Adjacent to the Mercat del Poblenou, the pedestrianized Maria Aguiló runs parallel to the local rambla. There isn't really any stores to single out, but here you'll find a variety of stores selling fish, vegetables, wines and much more. It's great for a quiet stroll on a sunny day, and you'll get a feeling of being somewhere truly local. Read more ›

Gastronomical delights

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Brunch In The Park

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Electronic day party on a Sunday!

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Every Sunday from June til September local and international DJ's play at the event called Brunch in the Park. The event takes place in Jardins de Joan Brossa at Montjuic, with a beautiful view over the city. Bring your friends and forget it's the last day of weekend, and make it a great Sunday! Read more ›

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Collserola

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Such a huge natural forest a few minutes far away from the rush of the city cannot be ignored by locals that fill its paths with joggers and cyclers, particularly on weekends. However, Collserola is not only for sportsman and also attracts many nature-lovers and anyone willing to enjoy great viewpoints of Barcelona. Read more ›

Barcelona's natural park

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Torre Agbar

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The Barcelona water company resides in the iconic building Torre Agbar by famed arcitect Jean Nouvel. Concieved as a sort of symbol of the 22@-district, it immediately became world-famous for it's stunning look, day and night. Read more ›

Barcelonas newest icon

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Parc del Forum

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The locals call this Chernobyl beach - it's a sand-less beach, where the sea is heavily controlled, but all the better for families and small children. The indutrial-looking park is actually not a bad place to relax, and the architecture is stunning, if at times brutal. Read more ›

Heavy industry

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Museu D'Història De Catalunya

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As part of the quest to promote Catalan history and culture, the Generalitat opened the Catalan history museum. It's very modern, housed in a beautifully restored building right on the edge of the Barceloneta. Read more ›

Explore Catalan history

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Sala Razzmatazz

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Razzmatazz is the unlikely party temple of Barcelona. Unlikely, as it is a bit off the beaten path in a very unsexy part of Poblenou. However, this area has become something of an epicentre for rock'n'roll-culture and a number of bars exist for the pre-party drinks, mostly rock-themed. Read more ›

The top spot for clubs and concerts

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Galería Maxó - art studio and gallery

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Backstage of the art studio

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Dalí... Miró... Maxó! – Reply people after entering the world of Maxó Rennella, contemporary artist and performer. Maxó Rennella, contemporary artist and performer, in its paintings, photography, assambladges showcasts the real colors of Barcelona. Read more ›

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CaixaForum

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The CaixaForum is housed in a beautifully restored factory at the foot of the Montjuic, right behind the Fira and across from Mies van der Rohe's 1929 Expo pavillon, reconstructed in 1988. Entrance is free all year, as it's run by the foundation that owns La Caixa, Spain's second-largest bank. Read more ›

Free culture

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Tibidabo

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Make no mistake - this is where Barcelonese families have gone on weekends for years and years. And it's just plain, simple fun, what with rollercoasters and other staples of amusement parks all over the world. As an added bonus, Tibidabo is also the highest point in the mountain surrounding the city and has a great view. Read more ›

The fairgrounds aren't empty

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Sala Apolo

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Sala Apolo is probably one of the best venues in town. Mixing concerts with weekend club nights and the always packed Nasty Mondays, Apolo consistently books good names in all genres. It's a bit on the expensive side, but then most venues and clubs here are. Read more ›

Music and clubbing

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Cinema Lliure A La Platja (cada dijous d'estiu al vespre)

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Free cinema at the beach!

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Every Thursday and Sunday evening from the end of June until the beginning of August there is a free outdoor cinema at Barceloneta beach. Starting with some music a short movie, and around 22 when the sun has set, the movie starts. Enjoy a movie night in this amazing atmosphere by the seaside! Read more ›

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Fundació Antoni Tàpies

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Undeniable modern, the late Antoni Tàpies worked in a variety of media, utilizing not only canvas, but found objects to examine the political and spiritual dimensions to life before, under and after the Franco years. The Fundació collects many of his works, as well as collections of Asian and Pre-Columbian art. Read more ›

Modernist art in modernist architecture

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22@

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You'd forgive the locals that they might be a bit claustrophobic, but the "Catalan Manchester", as Poblenou was known during the industrial boom, is being torn down, bit by bit. A chunk of the southern part became the Vila Olimpica; now, from the western bit at Diagonal, 22@ is the next project to kick some life into a run-down neighbourhood. Read more ›

Rejuvenating the rejected

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Mar Bella Skate Park

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Awesome skate park for kids!

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A beautiful skate park right near the ocean and only a few blocks away from the Poble Nou metro stop. This is a great way to spend the day with the kids. This skate park is not just for kids either, plenty of adults show off their skills too. Not just for skateboards either, plenty of kids and adults on scooters ride too! Read more ›

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Disseny Hub

The Design Museum is currently closed, while moving to their new digs at Plaza Glories, the so-called Disseny Hub. The former museum for design, arts and craft is being re-vamped and the building itself is fairly impressive. Currently, you can find temporary exhibits in other parts of the city via their website. Read more ›

Gathering design

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Montjuic

Montjuic is admittedly something of a tourist attraction, but don't let that put you off - it's great for day trip and has a number of museums and attractions. For instance the Olympic swim stadium, cut into the rockside. Or the Joan Miro museum, focusing on the world-famous painter. The cable car is great for kids, young and old. Read more ›

Up the hill

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Fundació Joan Miró

The Fundacio Joan Miro is dedicated to the famous painter of the same name. At the center of the collection, you have a huge collection of Miro's works; the changing exhibits showcase other artists and themes, but always modern. Read more ›

Joan Miro and more

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My Beautiful Parking

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My Beautiful Parking started out as a parking, expanded with rentals and now it seems like they have a whole empire of fixie bikes. MBP is deservedly popular, as rental prices are reasonable and staff dedicated cyclists. Read more ›

Everything for a bike trip

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La Plataforma

One of the signs that neglected Poblenou is getting hip is a place like La Plataforma. Combining a shop with a cafe and live audio-visual presentations, La Plataforma is a grat place to get a feel for the local art scene. Read more ›

Gallery and cafe, all rolled into one

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Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)

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MNAC and all what is around

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Picnic with live music? Why not! Enjoy lovely views, shade and life music. Go a bit around the building and find quieter places free from tourists. Come also by night (best after seeing the fountains or watch them from up here!) Read more ›

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Espacio Visible

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At least for this workspace and gallery, which hosts regular exhibitions by Barcelona-based artists. Primarily a studio, Espacio Visible includes a gallery, where both the artists working there and others host regular exhibitions. Read more ›

The only way is up

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BarcelonaTurisme

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The tourist information office has pretty much everything for your Barcelona needs, including last minute tickets and bookings for a variety of themed, guided tours. Read more ›

Get the skinny and some free maps

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Cable Car

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This is one of the great ways to get a bird's eye view of Barcelona. The cable car cuts across the entire harbor and directly to Montjuic. It's probably mostly for families and children, but don't knock it - you'll get a great impression of the city. Read more ›

By cable to the mountain

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Sala BeCool

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BeCool, despite the terrible name, is actually kind of cool. The club is housed about away from everything, which means it's clientele are generally people in the know. That also means that while their bookings are not quite as high-profile as Apolo or Razzmatazz, the club generally gets a sophisticated and with-it crowd. Read more ›

There's a disc in the dance floor.

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Museo del Modernismo Catalan

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Museum of Catalan Modernism

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It is a relatively new museum. Locals themselves begin to know and has not fallen into the mass tourism. The museum is the result of two collectors from Catalonia, Fernando Pinós and Maria Guirao. Read more ›

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Montana Shop & Gallery

If painting on walls without politely asking is your thing, then Montana is not to be missed. The Barcelona shop for the spray paint company functions as a shop and gallery dedicated to all things graffiti, including (of course) spray cans, pens, art books and street wear. Read more ›

Graffiti as art

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Taller Creativo Bencini

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Puzzle your interior with the artist!

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Tiny local studio near Merkat Santa Caterina, full of colors, creativity and inspiration. Friendly artists will tell you their story or advise you on anything you need. Read more ›

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Inercia

Barcelona is a great place for skating - most of the downtown area is flat with good asphalt or smooth paving stones. Also, bikes are stolen at a tremendous pace, so having a skateboard, that you can bring inside, is the way to get around. For all your skating needs, Inercia can get you cruising in no time, whether on board or in-liners. Read more ›

Don't walk - skate!

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Mar Bella

The heat in summer here can be stifling, so everyone, who has not fled to the mountains, take it to the beach. All the beaches here are wonderful, and Mar Bella is no exception. Though not natural, a lot of effort has been taken to make it a nice area to relax. Read more ›

Head for the beach!

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Garraf Beach