Downtown Barcelona Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Barcelona
Downtown Barcelona
Downtown Barcelona
Downtown Barcelona
Downtown Barcelona

Popular places to visit

La Rambla

La Rambla

4/5(171 reviews)

Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.

La Rambla
Barcelona Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a square or plaza and religious aspects

Barcelona Cathedral

4.5/5(198 reviews)

This beautiful building in the heart of the Gothic Quarter dates back to the 13th century.

Barcelona Cathedral
Boqueria Market which includes markets and food

Boqueria Market

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Have a foodie experience while exploring the winding alleyways of this popular market, which is filled with exotic fruits, delicate meats and tapas bars.

Boqueria Market
Palau de la Música Catalana

Palau de la Música Catalana

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Take a tour of this modernist gem and then buy a ticket for a performance in Barcelona’s main concert hall.

Palau de la Música Catalana
Picasso Museum

Picasso Museum

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Historic buildings have been adapted to house one of the most important collections of works by the influential Spanish painter.

Picasso Museum
Arc de Triomf

Arc de Triomf

4/5(93 reviews)

Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.

Arc de Triomf

Activities

Best of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic

Best of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic

AU$209
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Best of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic
cable cars riding far above ground in Barcelona

Montjuïc Cable Car Tickets

AU$30
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Montjuïc Cable Car Tickets
Two Countries in One Day: Spain & France

Two Countries in One Day: Spain & France

AU$167
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Two Countries in One Day: Spain & France
Skip-the-Line Sagrada Família & Park Güell Guided Tour

Skip-the-Line Sagrada Família & Park Güell Guided Tour

AU$181
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Sagrada Família & Park Güell Guided Tour
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Tour

Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Tour

AU$114
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Tour
Barcelona: Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks

Barcelona: Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks

AU$113
per adult
Barcelona: Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks
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Our pick of the best Downtown Barcelona Hotel Deals

Rialto
Rialto
3 out of 5
Carrer de Ferran, 40-42, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is AU$309 per night from 24 June to 25 June
AU$309
24 June - 25 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,294 reviews)
"Great location, easy walking to las ramblas, shopping, bars, etc. hotel staff was excellent as well as the accommodations. Old unique building with lots of character. Great bathroom and shower."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Rialto
Andante Hotel
Andante Hotel
3 out of 5
Avinguda de les Drassanes, 23-25, Barcelona
The price is AU$314 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$314
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,149 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with very friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Andante Hotel
Hotel Regina Barcelona
Hotel Regina Barcelona
4 out of 5
Bergara 2-4, Barcelona
The price is AU$391 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$391
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent location and really friendly staff, good quality bedrooms with plenty of space for a family of 4."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Hotel Regina Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel
Lamaro Hotel
5 out of 5
Avenida Catedral, 7, Barcelona
The price is AU$544 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$544
23 June - 24 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,771 reviews)
"Excellent all round - steps were a bit of bother for my partner but not to the extent that impacted our experience"

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Lamaro Hotel
Barceló Raval
Barceló Raval
4.5 out of 5
Rambla del Raval, 17-21, Barcelona
The price is AU$317 per night from 24 June to 25 June
AU$317
24 June - 25 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,177 reviews)
"Good clean hotel with good bed and shower just a little loud outside and do not walk on the street behind the hotel"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Barceló Raval
Eurostars Grand Marina
Eurostars Grand Marina
5 out of 5
Moll De Barcelona S/n, Barcelona
The price is AU$368 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$368
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,056 reviews)
"This hotel in Barcelona has great views and is overall a good property, but to me, it doesn’t live up to the luxury it claims. For the high price, I expected more in terms of service and overall experience. The location is good, but I wouldn’t call it great. It’s not a bad hotel by any means, but ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Eurostars Grand Marina
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Barcelona

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Ciutat Vella

5/5(10 area reviews)

Known for its stunning cathedral, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Ciutat Vella. Top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona are major draws. Catch the metro at Jaume I Station or Barceloneta Station to see more of the city.

Ciutat Vella
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Gothic Quarter

4.5/5(123 area reviews)

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Gothic Quarter. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Jaume I Station or Liceu Station to see more of the city.

Gothic Quarter
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El Raval

4/5(61 area reviews)

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 Raval
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Sant Pere

Sant Pere is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Palau de la Música Catalana and Arc de Triomf.

Sant Pere
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El Born

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar or Mercat del Born while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.

El Born
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Sant Antoni

4/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers choose Sant Antoni for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.

Sant Antoni

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