Downtown Barcelona
Barcelona
Visit Downtown Barcelona
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.
Arc de Triomf
Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.
Picasso Museum
See childhood drawings by Spain’s most important artist at this museum in Barcelona’s old town.
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.
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Barcelona
Ciutat Vella
Nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and l'Eixample, Ciutat Vella boasts historic sites like the Cathedral of Barcelona and Museu Picasso. Stroll along Les Rambles or dine at Els Quatre Gats in el Born.
Gothic Quarter
Discover the historic heart of Barcelona in this labyrinthine quarter, featuring medieval landmarks, the remains of Roman walls, and the Barcelona Cathedral. Easily accessible via L4 Jaume I and L3 Liceu and Drassanes stations.
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.
El Born
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Paseo del Borne or Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.
Sant Antoni
Travelers choose Sant Antoni for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
Barceloneta
Sandy beaches and lively boardwalks with numerous restaurants and nightclubs await, while attractions like the History Museum of Catalonia and Frank Gehry's "Peix d'Or" sculpture enrich the experience. Easily accessible via Metro line 4 and the Port Vell Aerial Tramway.
- La Rambla
- Plaça de Catalunya
- Barcelona Cathedral
- Picasso Museum
- Boqueria Market
- Palau de la Música Catalana
- El Corte Ingles
- Plaça Reial
- Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art
- Maritime Museum of Barcelona
- Gran Teatre del Liceu
- Portal de l'Angel
- Placa Universitat
- El Born Centre Cultural
- Columbus Monument
- European Museum of Modern Art