Guidebook for Barcelona
Parks & Nature
In order to explore the Montjuïc, the Plaça d'Espanya, which was renovated on the occasion of the World Exposition, is ideal. The grandiose staging of the square served as the entrance to the World Exposition. The Palau National is situated in the view axis through the two brick towers, which are based on St.Mark´s tower in Venice. Inside, the Museu National d´Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is placed there, today.
These towers are the entrance to the fairground and here starts the Avinguda de la Reina Maria Cristina. It is appropriate to note that you can also pass without admission during fair operation. The Fair (Fira de Barcelona) is situated on the left hand side of the Plaça d'Espanya.
Font Màgica
After about 300 meters from the towers in the direction of the Palau National d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC), the Plaça de Carles Buïgas appears. This is the Font Màgica, the Magic Fountain. In the daytime rather unspectacular, however, in the evening it is really magical.
You can attend a special spectacle. Font Màgica spray fountains in correspondence to the sound of music. Font Màgica are a total work of art, music, water, motion and colour.
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Montjuïc
In order to explore the Montjuïc, the Plaça d'Espanya, which was renovated on the occasion of the World Exposition, is ideal. The grandiose staging of the square served as the entrance to the World Exposition. The Palau National is situated in the view axis through the two brick towers, which are based on St.Mark´s tower in Venice. Inside, the Museu National d´Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is placed there, today.
These towers are the entrance to the fairground and here starts the Avinguda de la Reina Maria Cristina. It is appropriate to note that you can also pass without admission during fair operation. The Fair (Fira de Barcelona) is situated on the left hand side of the Plaça d'Espanya.
Font Màgica
After about 300 meters from the towers in the direction of the Palau National d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC), the Plaça de Carles Buïgas appears. This is the Font Màgica, the Magic Fountain. In the daytime rather unspectacular, however, in the evening it is really magical.
You can attend a special spectacle. Font Màgica spray fountains in correspondence to the sound of music. Font Màgica are a total work of art, music, water, motion and colour.
The Parc de la Ciutadella is very idyllic and probably the greenest oasis in the megacity of Barcelona. It invites you to relax, to rebound and to go for long walks, as well as for a picnic. You can also use a rowing boat on the lake.
On the grounds of the Parc de la Ciutadella, there are several attractions: the zoo, the Catalan Parliament. The Museu d'Art Modern is situated in the building of the parliament. The Zoological Museum and the Museu de Geologia are placed in the area of the park.
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Parcul Ciutadella
21 Passeig de PicassoThe Parc de la Ciutadella is very idyllic and probably the greenest oasis in the megacity of Barcelona. It invites you to relax, to rebound and to go for long walks, as well as for a picnic. You can also use a rowing boat on the lake.
On the grounds of the Parc de la Ciutadella, there are several attractions: the zoo, the Catalan Parliament. The Museu d'Art Modern is situated in the building of the parliament. The Zoological Museum and the Museu de Geologia are placed in the area of the park.
The Parc Güell is certainly one of the most famous sights of Barcelona. World famous is the with split ceramics decorated winding bank above the peculiarly Roman temples copied by the market hall. Gaudí has created a fabulous forest with this park. Take a little quiet time to be enchanted by the Parc Güell.
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Park Güell
The Parc Güell is certainly one of the most famous sights of Barcelona. World famous is the with split ceramics decorated winding bank above the peculiarly Roman temples copied by the market hall. Gaudí has created a fabulous forest with this park. Take a little quiet time to be enchanted by the Parc Güell.
In the Jardí Botànic, Barcelona's botanical garden, you can see the typical vegetation of six different zones with Mediterranean climate and of the Canary Islands. The beautiful park between the Castell de Montjüic and the Olympic stadium comprises typical forests and shrubs from southern Australia, South Africa, Chile, California, the Canary Island and the three Mediterranean zones.
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Jardí Botànic
In the Jardí Botànic, Barcelona's botanical garden, you can see the typical vegetation of six different zones with Mediterranean climate and of the Canary Islands. The beautiful park between the Castell de Montjüic and the Olympic stadium comprises typical forests and shrubs from southern Australia, South Africa, Chile, California, the Canary Island and the three Mediterranean zones.
Shopping
Great for shopping, supermarket, gym and many restaurants.
In 2011 a former bull ring in Barcelona opened as a spectacular new shopping mall. Las Arenas shopping mall is on Plaza Espanya. Las Arenas is also very convenient for shopping if you attending events at the Fira Montjuic Exhibition centre. Las Arenas has brand name shops, cafes and restaurants and underground parking. Don't miss a stroll on the free Arenas skywalk roof terrace with restaurants and panoramic views of Montjuic hill and Barcelona. Arenas is crowned by a domed theatre, concert and event space called "Cúpula de las Arenas."
Las Arenas shopping centre Barcelona. Centro comercial Las Arenas de Barcelona. Open daily except Sunday from 10.00 to 22:00. In summer Arenas shopping centre is also open on Sundays from 10:00 to 18:00 from 12th July to 13th September 2015.
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Las Arenas
Great for shopping, supermarket, gym and many restaurants.
In 2011 a former bull ring in Barcelona opened as a spectacular new shopping mall. Las Arenas shopping mall is on Plaza Espanya. Las Arenas is also very convenient for shopping if you attending events at the Fira Montjuic Exhibition centre. Las Arenas has brand name shops, cafes and restaurants and underground parking. Don't miss a stroll on the free Arenas skywalk roof terrace with restaurants and panoramic views of Montjuic hill and Barcelona. Arenas is crowned by a domed theatre, concert and event space called "Cúpula de las Arenas."
Las Arenas shopping centre Barcelona. Centro comercial Las Arenas de Barcelona. Open daily except Sunday from 10.00 to 22:00. In summer Arenas shopping centre is also open on Sundays from 10:00 to 18:00 from 12th July to 13th September 2015.
Passeig de Gracia
Passeig de Gràcia Great area for shopping
Sightseeing
Piața Catalunya
Plaça de Catalunya
La Sagrada Cerveseria
16 Plaça Sagrada FamíliaThis is Barcelona's historic core, with La Rambla, the city's busiest, most colourful boulevard, the Raval and Ribera districts and the Gothic Quarter, where traditional and modern shops coexist with culture. Barnacentre, El Triangle, El Corte Inglés and Maremagnum have made the area a major retail hub. Nearby is Montjuïc, a hill steeped in history with its major crafts centre, the Poble Espanyol, or Spanish Village.
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La Rambla
75 La Rambla This is Barcelona's historic core, with La Rambla, the city's busiest, most colourful boulevard, the Raval and Ribera districts and the Gothic Quarter, where traditional and modern shops coexist with culture. Barnacentre, El Triangle, El Corte Inglés and Maremagnum have made the area a major retail hub. Nearby is Montjuïc, a hill steeped in history with its major crafts centre, the Poble Espanyol, or Spanish Village.
Fântâna Magică de Montjuïc
1 Pl. de Carles BuïgasGreat area to enjoy in spring and summer
The Casa Batlló is one of Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces and an iconic modernista landmark. Situated on Passeig de Gràcia, this building stands out from the rest due to its eye-catching design and colour. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Casa Batlló
43 Pg. de GràciaThe Casa Batlló is one of Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces and an iconic modernista landmark. Situated on Passeig de Gràcia, this building stands out from the rest due to its eye-catching design and colour. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In the central Barcelona's Passeig de Gràcia, we find the Casa Milà or La Pedrera, a blend of fantasy and functionality make this architectural landmark a must-see visitor attraction. This is the culmination of Antoni Gaudí's career, designed as a modernista building tailored to the new social needs, without forgetting his main source of inspiration: nature and organic forms.
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Casa Milà
92 Pg. de GràciaIn the central Barcelona's Passeig de Gràcia, we find the Casa Milà or La Pedrera, a blend of fantasy and functionality make this architectural landmark a must-see visitor attraction. This is the culmination of Antoni Gaudí's career, designed as a modernista building tailored to the new social needs, without forgetting his main source of inspiration: nature and organic forms.
Food Scene
Pakta
5 Carrer de Lleida Peruvian fusion food
Tickets
164 Av. del Paral·lel Design tapas
Martínez
38 Ctra. de Miramar Mediterranean food and tapas, wonderful views of the city
Restaurant Miramar
Meditarrean cousine
HOJA SANTA
54 Av. de Mistral Mexican food
Rías de Galicia
7 Carrer de Lleida Fresh fish food
Xemei
85 Passeig de l'Exposició Italian restaurant
IL Golfo Di Napoli SL
38 Carrer de Lleida Italian restaurant
Casa de Tapas Cañota
7 Carrer de Lleida Tapas
El Xalet de Montjuïc
31 Avinguda Miramar Restaurant
Federal Cafè
39 Carrer del ParlamentIdeal for brunch
Drinks & Nightlife
Bling Bling
8-10 Carrer de Tuset The place to be for clubbing
Boca Grande
12 Passatge de la Concepció Great for drinks before clubbing
Lovely for drinks and clubbing next to the beach, next to Opium
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Restaurant Carpe Diem Lounge Club
32 Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta Lovely for drinks and clubbing next to the beach, next to Opium
Lovely for drinks and clubbing next to the beach
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Opium Barcelona Restaurant and Club
34 Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta Lovely for drinks and clubbing next to the beach
Could you think possible to find a quiet and enchanted place, looking like a fairy tale forest, just a few steps from the Rambla in Barcelona? Probably very few people would have thought it possible...and yet, that it exactly how this unique local called Bosc de les Fades (The Wood of the Fairies) looks like. Having left the southern chaotic section of the Rambla, following the sign pointing to the Museu de Cera (Wax Museum) and once gone past the entrance to the museum, you will find the access door to this magic place. It will seem to you as if, far from being a simple door, that entrance were the the entry to another world, a special dimension which could not be guessed at all from the outside.
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El Bosc de les Fades
7 Passatge de la BancaCould you think possible to find a quiet and enchanted place, looking like a fairy tale forest, just a few steps from the Rambla in Barcelona? Probably very few people would have thought it possible...and yet, that it exactly how this unique local called Bosc de les Fades (The Wood of the Fairies) looks like. Having left the southern chaotic section of the Rambla, following the sign pointing to the Museu de Cera (Wax Museum) and once gone past the entrance to the museum, you will find the access door to this magic place. It will seem to you as if, far from being a simple door, that entrance were the the entry to another world, a special dimension which could not be guessed at all from the outside.
Everything Else
Tibidabo
The most beatiful views of the city
Getting Around
Plaça d'Espanya
- Metro red and green line.
- Buses
- Aerobus
- Train
Lleida - Av. Paral·lel
Buses
Crowne Plaza Barcelona - Fira Center
3 Av. de Rius i TauletTaxi stop
Bicing
Bicing is a bicycle sharing system in Barcelona
Bicing
Bicing is a bicycle sharing system in Barcelona
Estacion De Sants
1 Plaça dels Països CatalansBarcelona Sants is the main railway station in Barcelona
AEROBÚS is the official shutlle bus service that connects Barcelona Airport (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) with the city center (Pl. Catalunya) in 35 minutes. Stops at the most strategic points in Barcelona: Pl. Espanya (5 minutes walking from the apartment) and Pl. Catalunya. Every day of the year with departures every 5 minutes. From 5.90€
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Aerobus
AEROBÚS is the official shutlle bus service that connects Barcelona Airport (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) with the city center (Pl. Catalunya) in 35 minutes. Stops at the most strategic points in Barcelona: Pl. Espanya (5 minutes walking from the apartment) and Pl. Catalunya. Every day of the year with departures every 5 minutes. From 5.90€
Aparcament Municipal Rius i Taulet
16 Avinguda de la Reina Maria CristinaPrivate parking
Hop on board the Montjuïc cable car and enjoy breathtaking views of the city and the sea from the castle. With brand-new cabins that can seat up to eight people, this is the ideal way to enjoy Barcelona’s green lung with the family.
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Telecabina Montjuic
30 Avinguda MiramarHop on board the Montjuïc cable car and enjoy breathtaking views of the city and the sea from the castle. With brand-new cabins that can seat up to eight people, this is the ideal way to enjoy Barcelona’s green lung with the family.