Barcelona Attractions

Park Guell

Gracia

In Park Guell there are always lines, to take a city view photo. But we will tell you one important secret. - the park can be reached without queues and is absolutely free to 8 in the morning. Perfect, to see the dawn over Barcelona and then have time to calmly walk before, how will the buses with tourists arrive.

Workshop of Ricardo Bofill

Bofill's portfolio includes thousands of projects in more than 50 countries. Bofill Designs Cartier and Christian Dior Offices, builds theaters and airports, but the main focus of the studio was and remains social housing. The most famous experimental projects - La Muralla Roja in Alicante (1973), and Walden-7 (Walden-7) (1975), located opposite Ricardo's workshop.

The most beautiful sunsets in Barcelona

Barcelona has many terraces and panoramic areas, where gorgeous views open. Many hotels in the city open their terraces for guests.. It is not necessary to stay at the hotel, to climb the roof, enjoy Barcelona from above and spend the sun over the horizon. Most of these roofs are equipped with bars., often there are parties and concerts.

Фонд-музей Joan Miró

Montjuic

Joan Miró is one of the highlights of the Spanish avant-garde artists of the XX century, whose life and work are inextricably linked with Barcelona. chrism, as Dali, worked in the genre of Surrealism, The real pride of Catalonia. chrism, has always advocated the availability of art, with enthusiastic support of his wife Pilar and friends, devises and creates 1975 godu Fund Miro.

Bunker del Carmel

Guinardo

Bunker del Carmel is one of Barcelona's most popular observation decks.. The bunker was built in 1937 year in the midst of the Spanish Civil War. view, opening of this place, wonderful day and night. As soon as dusk will envelop the city, set of lights light up one after the other, this absolutely free show will give a lot of emotions. We advise you to take snacks and drinks with you and arrange a nick peak here with a chic look.

200 Euro

Excursion to the mountain of Montserrat

We are pleased to offer an exciting trip to the countryside of Catalonia forces the main place, mountain and monastery of Montserrat. For almost a thousand years, pilgrims from all over the world come here, to energize this place, take a walk in the mountains, listen to a choir of boys and make a fondest wish of the Black Virgin Mary.

Sagrada Familia Cathedral

Sagrada Familia

Sagrada Familia built almost 150 years. This is one of the world's most stunning architectural masterpieces, who must attend each, who comes to Barcelona. If Paris is the Eiffel Tower, Roma - Coliseum, the symbol of Barcelona, this, course, Sagrada Familia. After St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City is the second most visited church in Europe, and after construction 2026 in upper Raval, to become the tallest Christian church in the world. The main tower of Christ, which are only now beginning to build, will be 172 meter tall.

250 Euro

The village of Rupit

Landmarks around Barcelona is rich in natural beauty and well-preserved ancient settlements. Catalan hinterland amazing, and we strongly recommend to get into the wilderness, there, where it ends and begins mass tourism authentic local life, Measured, a serene and charming. for example, and a half hours by car from Barcelona on a rock stands the medieval village of Rupit. According to legend, it is considered, that at the time of the Inquisition witches fled here, to escape the massacres in larger settlements.

360 ° rooftop bar at Barcelo Hotel

Raval

From rooftop bar terrace 360 ​​°, who works on the 11th floor of the hotel Barceló, It offers a very nice view over Barcelona. Like ...

300 Euro

Volcanic terrain La Garrotxa

In one and a half hours drive from Barcelona is Spain's largest volcanic area, called La Garrotxa and is a protected nature reserve. ...

Montjuic or Tibidabo?

We are often asked by tourists, who come to Barcelona for a few days, much better to go - the mountain of Montjuic or Tibidabo? In this article we will discuss the pros and cons of both places and you decide for yourself, where you are better and more convenient to go. The biggest disadvantage of Tibidabo, This transport links to the center of Barcelona. If it is not a problem for you to spend about 20 euros by taxi each way, then the question is no longer.

Terrace Hotel Calderon

Left Eixample

Admire Barcelona from a height, what could be better? Of course, do it in a beautiful place with pleasant music, with a glass of aromatic wine and delicious snacks. Almost every hotel in Barcelona has a roof terrace, where the bar, Open to all comers. We advise you to visit Calderon hotel terrace just a step away from Plaza Catalunya. Come lounge, take the elevator and press the button 11.

Ancient synagogue

Gotico

According to the rules, facade of this ancient synagogue turned towards Jerusalem, cities, where the Holy Sepulcher. Entering the door, Every visitor of this synagogue bows his head, showing commemoration of the destruction of the Jewish community of Barcelona. Currently, daily prayers are not held in the synagogue. There are guided tours, and also to arrange holidays and meeting local Jewish community. The main value of the synagogue serves as an ancient Torah scroll. The entrance ticket costs 3,5 €.

Square Plaza Real

Gotico

One of the most beautiful areas of Barcelona is a step away from Las Ramblas in the center of the Gothic Quarter. It is called Plaza Real, which translates, as the Royal Square. It was named in honor of the Catholic Kings, Ferdinand and Isabella, and looks up to its name.

Музей Frederic Mares

Gotico

Renowned Catalan art collector and talented modernist sculptor Frederic Mares first exhibited to the public part of the accumulated work in 1944 in upper Raval, that was the first step towards the creation of this museum. Two years later he gives municipal authorities a complete collection of sculptures, paintings, icons and household items.

Las Ramblas

Gotico Raval

Rambla - It is not only the tourist streets of Barcelona, but also, perhaps, One of the first words, on a par with Gaudi, Serves the Sagrada Familia, that comes to mind when thinking about this city. Ramblas place extremely contradictory, causing a lot of different, not always positive emotions, but anyway, we are all on it sooner or later find ourselves.

Sant Jaume Square

Gotico

In Barcelona, ​​a huge amount of space, each of which in its beautiful and unique. Plaza Sant Jaume, not only is the oldest ...

Terrace Hotel Yurbban

Born

In Barcelona, ​​a huge number of hotels, most of which have open to visitors terrace with city views. Not have to be a tenant of the hotel, to climb them. A great holiday option on a hot night - climb to the roof, order a glass of cava and watch the sunset over Barcelona.

Spanish Village

Plaza Espanya (Plaza de España)

Spanish Village (Poble Espanyol) - a unique complex of 117 structures, copied from the actual buildings of different eras, which can be found in the ancient Spanish cities. Spanish Village was built for the World exhibition 1929 of the year, which was held in Barcelona. The main aim of creating an open-air museum of the - to introduce more people to the Spanish culture. Once inside, once you get to the main square Plaza Mayor, which are frequently organized fairs, Festivals and parties.

Monuments Shrimp and head of Barcelona

Barceloneta

The bright blue sky of Barcelona's head looks extremely bright, a mosaic covering of ceramic shards pay tribute to the style of Gaudi and modernism in general. Both display the monument great fun, a little extravagant and incredibly appetizing nature of Barcelona.

Triumfalnaya Arka

Right Eixample

Arc de Triomphe Barcelona differs from its "sisters" in Paris and Moscow, it is made of red brick and is not on the roadway, and the pedestrian boulevard, which leads directly to the Ciutadella Park. At the top of the Arc de Triomphe you can see the Spanish coat of arms, a lower, on the arcs building facades placed the emblems of all the provinces of the state. This arch has no military implication, it was built for the World Exhibition 1888 year and it is the main entry of exhibits.

House with peaks

Gracia

A striking example of Catalan modernism - House with spikes. One rich Catalan family of Tarrades names owned three buildings, standing on the avenue Diagonal. They had three daughters, which 1903 was decided to entrust one of the most famous architects of the time, Josep Puig i Cadafalch, combine building a large stone facade, astounding.

The yard of the former Hospital

Raval

Yard old Holy Cross Hospital, is a haven of peace and quiet in two steps from boiling tourists Rambla. hospital building is a prime example gothic architecture, it was built in the XV century to bring together under one roof six urban hospitals and has served its intended purpose 500 years until 1930 of the year.

Monument Cat in Raval

Raval

Cat sculpture made of bronze in the typical style of Botero - fleshy hips, heavy legs, but the cat is not deprived of the grace, despite its size, he looks very streamlined. true, not notice it, «Kradushtegosya» by Rambla del Raval, It would be difficult.

Monumental bullfighting arena and museum

Right Eixample

Arena "Monumental" was opened in 1914 in upper Raval, it holds 25.000 viewers, sold out last bullfight took place in this building 2011 in upper Raval. Arena is built of brick, and its style is a mixture of Moorish and Byzantine architecture.

Mountain Village Siurana

The most atmospheric and photogenic village in the south of Catalonia is located in the center of the wine Priory edge. Miniature Siurana is located on the cliffs ...

Дом Гауди Casa Vicens

Gracia

It opens to the public the first private project of Gaudi "Casa Vicens". Few people know, that this house, located in the district of Gracia, and not vovse La Pedrera and Casa Batlló, It marked the beginning of a young architect Antonio Gaudi successful career.

Greek Theatre Gardens

Montjuic

One of the most beautiful parks in Barcelona is located at the bottom of the mountain Montjuic. It can be reached from the city center on foot, and from its highest point enjoy a beautiful sunset. If you like architects and art, we recommend to combine the visit of the park with a visit to the Museum Joan Miró. Officially this park called Jardines de Laribal, but the locals call it Park Greek Theater, Because of the location is a replica of the Athenian amphitheater, where in the warm season passes many concerts and other events.

Hiking around Camino de Ronda

If you like walking in nature with beautiful views, then you have to go from Camino de Ronda. ...

French Railway Station

Born

The elegant building of the station Estació de França is a prime example of Spanish monumental architecture of the XX century and the beginning of the most beautiful train station in Barcelona. ...