Downtown Barcelona Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Barcelona
Popular places to visit
La Rambla
Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.
Barcelona Cathedral
This beautiful building in the heart of the Gothic Quarter dates back to the 13th century.
Boqueria Market
Have a foodie experience while exploring the winding alleyways of this popular market, which is filled with exotic fruits, delicate meats and tapas bars.
Palau de la Música Catalana
Take a tour of this modernist gem and then buy a ticket for a performance in Barcelona’s main concert hall.
Picasso Museum
Historic buildings have been adapted to house one of the most important collections of works by the influential Spanish painter.
Arc de Triomf
Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.
Activities
Best of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic
Two Countries in One Day: Spain & France
Skip-the-Line Sagrada Família & Park Güell Guided Tour
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Tour
Barcelona: Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks
Our pick of the best Downtown Barcelona Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Barcelona
Ciutat Vella
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.
Gothic Quarter
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sant Antoni
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.
What kind of hotels are in Downtown Barcelona?
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Are there hotels near Downtown Barcelona?
- Gothic Quarter Hotels
- Eixample Hotels
- Dreta de l'Eixample Hotels
- El Raval Hotels
- Barceloneta Hotels
- El Born Hotels
- Ciutat Vella Hotels
- El Poble-sec Hotels
- L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample Hotels
- Sants-Montjuïc Hotels
- Sant Antoni Hotels
- el Fort Pienc Hotels
- Sant Pere Hotels
- La Ribera Hotels
- Esquerra de l'Eixample Hotels