Guidebook for Barcelona
Parks & Nature
Montjuïc
A typical urban garden, designed realized in late 90's when there was the old central power station of the city. Of the original structure, only three chimneys are still in place so to name the garden.
This area is a meeting point of urban culture in which skateboard and graffiti contests are held, as well as electronic music performances and, once per month, an artisanal food products market.
At one end of the park it is possible to find a kids garden, playground, petanque and ping-pong.
On this side there are alto a number of poplar trees planted.
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Jardins de les Tres Xemeneies
49 Av. del Paral·lelA typical urban garden, designed realized in late 90's when there was the old central power station of the city. Of the original structure, only three chimneys are still in place so to name the garden.
This area is a meeting point of urban culture in which skateboard and graffiti contests are held, as well as electronic music performances and, once per month, an artisanal food products market.
At one end of the park it is possible to find a kids garden, playground, petanque and ping-pong.
On this side there are alto a number of poplar trees planted.
Drinks & Nightlife
Sala Apolo
113 Carrer Nou de la RamblaFood Scene
Bar Casa Xica
20 Carrer de la França XicaQuimet & Quimet
25 Carrer del Poeta CabanyesGetting Around
One of the most beautiful among the characteristic markets of Barcelona' neighborhoods, designed by Antonio Rovira in last 19th century.
It supplies with any kind of product the whole area of Eixample Esquerra.
A walk around the market is a long-pleasant ritual among locals and visitors, specially on Sundays, when collectors and visitors find second-hand books and stamps to swap or buy.
Currently under renovation (expected to be terminated by 2017).
377 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mercado de Sant Antoni
1 Carrer del Comte d'UrgellOne of the most beautiful among the characteristic markets of Barcelona' neighborhoods, designed by Antonio Rovira in last 19th century.
It supplies with any kind of product the whole area of Eixample Esquerra.
A walk around the market is a long-pleasant ritual among locals and visitors, specially on Sundays, when collectors and visitors find second-hand books and stamps to swap or buy.
Currently under renovation (expected to be terminated by 2017).
Arts & Culture
The Fundaciò was originally created by Miró himself, at first principally with works from his own private collection.
It opened to the public on 10 June 1975 and has since become a dynamic centre in which Joan Miró’s work coexists with cutting-edge contemporary art, with organization of temporary exhibitions of 20th and 21st century artists as well as academic activities and projects.
The Fundació is located in a building designed by Josep Lluís Sert.
548 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fundació Joan Miró
s/n Parc de MontjuïcThe Fundaciò was originally created by Miró himself, at first principally with works from his own private collection.
It opened to the public on 10 June 1975 and has since become a dynamic centre in which Joan Miró’s work coexists with cutting-edge contemporary art, with organization of temporary exhibitions of 20th and 21st century artists as well as academic activities and projects.
The Fundació is located in a building designed by Josep Lluís Sert.
Sightseeing
An oxygenating "lung" in the heart of the Raval. This is the newest of Barcelona's Ramblas, a broad avenue which attracts people from diverse social, cultural and geographical backgrounds. It's one of the favourite streets among young locals and visitors who see how the neighbourhood is changing day after day.
At the end of the avenue, the enormous Cat by Fernando Botero looks on impassively with a smile on his face.
203 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rambla Del Raval
Rambla del RavalAn oxygenating "lung" in the heart of the Raval. This is the newest of Barcelona's Ramblas, a broad avenue which attracts people from diverse social, cultural and geographical backgrounds. It's one of the favourite streets among young locals and visitors who see how the neighbourhood is changing day after day.
At the end of the avenue, the enormous Cat by Fernando Botero looks on impassively with a smile on his face.
CEM Colom
18 La RamblaThe conjunction between the world wide known Rambla y the sea.
La Rambla
75 La RamblaThe heart of Barcelona.
The most famous market of Barcelona. Always packed of tourists and locals, taking pictures and buying any kind of food.
1313 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mercado de la Boqueria
91 La RamblaThe most famous market of Barcelona. Always packed of tourists and locals, taking pictures and buying any kind of food.
Entertainment & Activities
Perfect place to enjoy the classics. They usually have a wide variety of films.
The atmosphere is good and there is also a cafe restaurant next door so after or before a movie can enjoy the neighborhood.
124 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Filmoteca de Catalunya
1 Plaça de Salvador Seguí
Perfect place to enjoy the classics. They usually have a wide variety of films.
The atmosphere is good and there is also a cafe restaurant next door so after or before a movie can enjoy the neighborhood.