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

Hotel Glories
Hotel Glories
3 out of 5
C/Padilla, 173, Barcelona
The price is AU$210 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$210
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (644 reviews)
Pleasant stay
"The room was small but comfortable. The hotel bar had surprisingly good prices. Good budget stay except the price was too high. All the hotels in vicinity were overpriced. You pay for the location."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Hotel Glories
Hotel Condes de Barcelona
Hotel Condes de Barcelona
4 out of 5
Passeig de Gracia, 73-75, Barcelona
The price is AU$516 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$516
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 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! (1,016 reviews)
"The only feedback I have is to prioritize when something needs to get fixed. There was only one elevator available. The rooftop bar is amazing and known so many visitors caused long wait for elevator as well."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Hotel Condes de Barcelona
Hotel Regina Barcelona
Hotel Regina Barcelona
4 out of 5
Bergara 2-4, Barcelona
The price is AU$335 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$335
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Exceptional location, and beautiful rooms"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Hotel Regina Barcelona
Sercotel Rosellon
Sercotel Rosellon
4 out of 5
C/ DEL ROSSELLON 390, Barcelona
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$317 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$317
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing stay! The staff were very friendly and helpful! It was just too hot in the room which made the night not enjoyable. We only stayed one night otherwise we would have asked about it. The roof top terrace was great, with awesome service and very friendly!"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Sercotel Rosellon
Olivia Balmes Hotel
Olivia Balmes Hotel
4 out of 5
Carrer de Balmes, 117, Barcelona
The price is AU$408 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$408
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 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)
"I had a lovely time staying at this hotel, the staff was friendly and kind."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Olivia Balmes Hotel
Occidental Diagonal 414
Occidental Diagonal 414
4.5 out of 5
Avenida Diagonal, 414, Barcelona
The price is AU$331 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$331
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (958 reviews)
Perfect location and great stay
"I stayed at this hotel for three days and we were upgraded to a delux room with a balcony. It was still smaller than I expected. The location of this hotel is great and the breakfast is awesome!"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Occidental Diagonal 414
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.

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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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