Barcelona: Masterpiece by the artist Antoni Gaudi

Barcelona, the dynamic capital of Catalonia, is alive and kicking day and night. With a sunny climate all year round, the sunny city reflects the cultural and architectural wealth of northern Spain. From the famous Ramblas to the Passeig de Gracia and the Parc Güell, follow in the footsteps of the artist Gaudi and admire the bold constructions of this genius, in particular the Sagrada Familia, his unfinished masterpiece that has become the symbol of the city. The architect's presence is visible everywhere in the city, and the Casa Mila, a World Heritage building, is another example.

Discovering this beautiful city means strolling through its markets, visiting its museums, walking in its parks and sunbathing on its beaches. You should also take the time to lose yourself in the medieval streets of the Gothic quarter and enjoy some delicious tapas at the end of the day!

Spain's second city is a great destination at any time of year, offering a combination of beach, culture and party. It's a great idea for a weekend or even a week-long stay, as Barcelona has so much to offer!

What To Do?

Enjoy the view of the city from the top of Parc Güell. Or climb the 400 steps of the Sagrada Familia towers and enjoy another great view of Barcelona.

Other activities to discover the Catalan city include walking down the famous avenue of Las Ramblas, strolling along the port, strolling along the waterfront, having breakfast at the Boqueria market, walking through the medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter, visiting the legendary Camp Nou, or taking the spectacular cable car that connects the end of the popular Barceloneta district to the top of Montjuïc hill, which offers a breathtaking panorama.

When walking, by far the best way to discover Barcelona, each neighbourhood offers a wealth of things to explore. The territory is vast, the pedestrian areas numerous, and the metro stations far apart: be prepared to walk a lot!

The epicentre of the city is concentrated in the Las Ramblas district, which will take you right down to the sea. Here, the choice of shops is varied, enough to satisfy all your shopping desires. At night, it is at the end of this avenue that you can spend lively evenings by attending the numerous events organised directly on the beaches by the many discotheques of the sector. In the evening, go to the Born district and its typical bars, where you can mix with the locals.

Where to eat?

When it comes to gastronomy, Barcelona is spoiling us. From Iberian ham, fresh fruit and vegetables from the Boqueria market, seafood, delicious Catalan cream and cinnamon-flavoured crème brûlée, there is plenty to choose from. In Barcelona, as in the rest of Spain, tapas at aperitif time is a great culinary tradition. At the counter of a bar, on the terrace of a café or at the table of a restaurant, you can enjoy small portions of the local dishes: cold cuts, cheese, shrimps, olives and many others, accompanied by a glass of wine or beer. We recommend the tapas bar Palosanto, which according to customer reviews serves some of the best tapas in Barcelona.