Eixample Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Eixample
Eixample
Eixample
Eixample
Eixample
This upscale part of Barcelona charms with grand buildings, modernist architecture, fine dining, and trendy bars and luxury shops.

“L’Eixample” means “The Extension.” The district was developed to connect the original city of Barcelona with the surrounding towns of Sarrià and Gràcia. It’s a huge barrio (neighborhood) with many different faces, but if you spend a few days here you’ll soon be able to recognize them all.

Start at the transportation hub of Plaça de Catalunya and stroll north to discover the neighborhood at your own pace. Because L’Eixample is so central, it’s easy to get here by metro and FGC train. It’s even easier to find your way around because the district’s wide streets were laid out in a geometrical grid pattern during the late 19th century. The Avinguda Diagonal, one of Barcelona’s major avenues, slices right through it.

L’Eixample was constructed during the height of Catalan modernism and talented artists, most famously Antoni Gaudí, gave this neighborhood its distinct art nouveau style. Sign up for a modernism walking tour, which will also introduce you to the master designs of Josep Puig i Cadafalch and Lluis Domenech i Montaner.

The iconic curving building of Casa Milà was nicknamed “La Pedrera,” which translates to the Stone Quarry, when it was built at the start of the 20th century. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was the last private residence designed by architect Antoni Gaudí. Take a tour to admire its ornate interior, period furniture and highly unusual rooftop.

Also don’t miss the stunning façade of the Casa Batlló, another one of Gaudí’s creations. It sits on Passeig de Gràcia, the neighborhood’s central shopping street with a focus on designer fashion. While here, have dinner at one of the five restaurants within El Nacional, an art deco dining venue created in a covered car park.

To the east, in the Antiga Esquerra de l’Eixample, (the Old Left Side) there’s an area nicknamed the “Gaixample.” Come here to hang out in the bars and clubs to experience the city’s LGBTQI scene. Another area within this “Old Corner” is Sant Antoni, an up-and-coming neighborhood with trendy cafés, boutique fashion shops and a popular weekday market.

If you are new to Barcelona, it’s a good idea to base yourself in L’Eixample and walk to La Sagrada Família, La Rambla, Park Guëll and many of Barcelona’s other world-famous attractions.


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Our pick of the best Eixample Hotel Deals

Sercotel Rosellon
Sercotel Rosellon
4 out of 5
C/ DEL ROSSELLON 390, Barcelona
The price is AU$326 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$326
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,029 reviews)
"This hotel is situated in a perfect location, walkable to many places, such as metro Cathedral and restaurants. Rooms are pretty comfortable and clean. They do need to improve the internet connection as it is extremely poor and the channels on the tv are very limited and nothing to see!"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Sercotel Rosellon
Hotel Regina Barcelona
Hotel Regina Barcelona
4 out of 5
Bergara 2-4, Barcelona
The price is AU$314 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$314
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Location and staff Alva was very helpful helping us get around on our first trip to Spain"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Hotel Regina Barcelona
Olivia Balmes Hotel
Olivia Balmes Hotel
4 out of 5
Carrer de Balmes, 117, Barcelona
The price is AU$421 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$421
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel in a great area. Staff amazingly helpful and friendly"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Olivia Balmes Hotel
Hotel Condes de Barcelona
Hotel Condes de Barcelona
4 out of 5
Passeig de Gracia, 73-75, Barcelona
The price is AU$464 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$464
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Great location. Clean and well organized."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Hotel Condes de Barcelona
Sercotel Amister Art Hotel
Sercotel Amister Art Hotel
4 out of 5
Avinguda Roma 93-95, Barcelona
The price is AU$261 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$261
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Friendly service super clean great location and safe!!!"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Sercotel Amister Art Hotel
Sercotel Caspe
Sercotel Caspe
3.5 out of 5
CASPE 103-109, Barcelona
The price is AU$271 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$271
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Front desk staff were kind, helpful and spoke excellent English. The room was clean and comfortable. The only issue we had was with the wall of windows in our room, that faced the elevators. Parts of the window were frosted, but you could still see through them, unless the room darkening drapes were ..."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

Sercotel Caspe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Eixample

Placa de Catalunya featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Dreta de l'Eixample

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.

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L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample

Visitors to L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Avinguda Diagonal and Mercat del Ninot. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Provenca Station.

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la Vila de Gràcia

You might enjoy the architecture while in la Vila de Gràcia. Passeig de Gràcia is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Fontana Station or Gracia Station to see more of the city.

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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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La Sagrada Familia

La Sagrada Familia is a destination travellers like for its churches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Sagrada Familia Station or Sant Pau Dos de Maig to explore sights like Sagrada Familia.

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el Fort Pienc

You might enjoy the bars while in el Fort Pienc. Avinguda Diagonal is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Marina Station or Arc de Triomf Station to see more of the city.

el Fort Pienc

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