El Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sagrada Familia
Buildings don’t come more iconic than this extraordinary basilica which has become the symbol of Barcelona worldwide.
La Rambla
Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.
Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Plaça de Catalunya
Pass through Barcelona’s main plaza while heading between shopping districts and notice how the old city meets the new.
Barceloneta Beach
Visit Barcelona’s most beloved shorefront and experience a culture of energetic watersports, elaborate coastal art and lively all-night beach parties.
Passeig de Gràcia
One of Spain’s most expensive streets has masterworks by Gaudí, Falqués and more, interspersed with designer boutiques and rather opulent cafés.
Activities
Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Montserrat Half-Day Trip from Barcelona with Lunch & Wine Tasting Option
Two Countries in One Day: Spain & France
Barcelona: Park Güell Guided Tour & Priority Access
Best of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic
Barcelona: Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks
Our pick of the best El Carmel Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around El Carmel
Gràcia
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Gràcia. Make a stop by Park Güell or Passeig de Gràcia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Joanic Station or Fontana Station to get around town.
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.
Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and Sagrada Familia, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.