Things to do in Barcelona Secret Barcelona: Bars, Restaurants, Shops and Beaches Where Locals Go

“Don't eat on the Rambla” is one of the first pieces of advice you'll get. Many Barcelonians have a bleeding heart when they see tourists tasting inspired by seafood, paella or tapas, unaware that all these dishes were just warmed up in the microwave, and cooked three days ago.

Locals appreciate freshly prepared food, and you don't have to pay fabulous prices for it. Unfortunately, it's hard to find a place with such an approach to food on the Rambla. If hunger is caught by surprise in the Old City, do not be lazy to delve a little deeper into the districts of Gothic, Raval or Born. It is especially beneficial to take for lunch what is called the "menu of the day" - something like our business lunch.

The price tag in the center will vary from 12 to 14 euros. If you didn't have time to get far from Plaza Catalunya, go to Centfocs with excellent grilled dishes or La Lluna with a decent selection of fish and seafood. If you decided to admire the cafe Quatre Gats , where Picasso and Gaudi once sat - great, but for lunch it is better to look into Melic del gòtic ... Already looked at the main one for local residents the temple of Santa Maria del Mar? Take a look at Bodega la puntual on rice with buttifarra or on tapas in Bar del Pla!

Buy tickets on the spot

One of the common mistakes is not to buy tickets for major attractions in advance. You can order them online at home or at the hotel. With a ticket in your pocket, you will not only save time and effort in queues, but you will also be able to better plan your day. Well, and most importantly, recently, the number of tickets for attractions such asSagrada Familia and Park Guell , limited. This means that there is a risk that there will be no tickets for your arrival. You don't want to get upset on vacation.

Don't forget to download the free audio guide

When going to the Sagrada Familia, download it - it is more complete than the official version, since it includes not only stories about the Sagrada, but also several additional locations. The audio guide is free and works offline - just install the app when you are at the hotel, download the guide you want and go on a tour.

Search for traditional Spanish entertainment

Most of us have a stereotype about Spain: flamenco, tapas, bullfighting, paella, sangria. However, we forget that these phenomena are not typical for every region. Barcelona is just such a case. For example, the tradition of serving snacks for free with the drink - tapas - is characteristic of the south of Spain, and paella is typical for Valencia. In Barcelona, ​​I advise you to try butifarra pork sausage, escalivada vegetable side dish or calçots - grilled young onions.

Bullfighting, another stereotype, is generally banned in Catalonia (the region whose capital is Barcelona). The extinction of this tradition went gradually, and in 2012, the parliament, with the active support of the Catalans, finally banned this entertainment.

And finally, flamenco. This dance is from Andalusia, and you can go to a performance in Barcelona, ​​but it will not be Catalan. Better choose a Catalan rumba concert or watch the sardana folk dance performed. The first one will be a little more difficult to find, but you can look at one of the sites where a list of events in the city is published daily: Time Out Barcelona or NitBcn ... Sardana can be admired on any Sunday in the square in front of the Cathedral - the people of Barcelona are dancing!

Ignore free events

Barcelonians can hardly be called couch potatoes; they enjoy spending time outside their home walls. At the same time, they prefer free events that take place throughout the city almost every week to going to the cinema, theater or museum.

It can be as one-day entertainment (concerts, dances, exhibitions at central squares), as well as the larger district festivals - fiestas de barrio. They last up to two weeks and include a wide variety of activities for people of all ages.

Our last travel dates: May 2018, September and November 2019
As a tour or on your own

Where is the best place to relax in Spain by the sea? On the Catalan coast, of course! We would like to share with you some of our favorite places to visit in Barcelona within 1-3 days of your trip. Moreover, if you are not arriving in the city itself. We have repeatedly studied routes to the sights of the city and for 5 trips they have collected tons of photos and text for you. Where to go from Barcelona for one day? We will also tell you about this and show it on our own experience.

You can endlessly circle on the architectural and cultural carousel of the city, but if you have only a day or three left, the routes should be clear and systematized. What to see in Barcelona on a tight schedule, where to go and, most importantly, how to get to must see places? Last time in November we went there for 10 whole days!

One of the main attractions of Barcelona is the Sagrada Familia. You can buy a separate ticket inside, or get inside with

1. We recommend planning breakfast in the Instagram cafe Brunch & Cake or more comfortable Brunch aribol located 10 minutes walk from Plaza Catalunya... The doors swing open at 9 am, so we run straight to the opening, otherwise a queue will line up. The popularity of the places does not spoil the quality of the breakfasts, which can be gorged on for about € 15-25 for two.

2. Those "prepared" in advance can skip this point and immediately go down into the metro and take the L3 line to the Lesseps station. 15 minutes walk, guided by the signs, and you - in Park Guell- an iconic landmark of Barcelona. In the morning it is most comfortable here, there are few tourists, and the sun is not so hot. 17 hectares of greenery, steps up, steps down, observation platforms and the characteristic "gingerbread" style of Gaudí - exploring the park, together with the paid zones (€ 10), will take about 1.5 hours.

3. Returning the same way to the Catalunya metro station, cross the square and find yourself on the boulevard Rambla- the main tourist street of the city. Every visitor considers it necessary to walk a kilometer distance to Columbus monument... And in parallel, consider all the offers of the souvenir and gift industry of the city (at inflated prices) and evaluate the activities of street artists.

4. Here on the boulevard there is Boqueria market is definitely worth a look if you want to capture your independent exploration of Barcelona in 1 day with an excellent piece of jamon, a portion of selected spices and fresh fruit.

5. Turning off the Ramblas, tourists get into Gothic Quarter... This is one of the oldest districts of the capital of Catalonia, its history Center, full medieval architecture and chaotic streets. Here are located objects that are not listed in the top attractions of Barcelona, ​​but, nevertheless, are considered the main points of visiting the quarter - Cathedral of Saint Eulalia, Royal square, Church of Santa Maria del Pi. Appropriate place for lunch - the cafe "Four Cats" at Carrer de Montsio, 3. Once upon a time, Gaudi and Picasso also dined here.

6. It will take about half an hour of walking to get to Sagrada Familia... To save time, you can take the metro at Passeig de Gracia and take the L2 line to Sagrada Familia station. If you are planning to go inside, buy tickets online in advance, because on the spot, you will surely find huge queues at the box office. The basic option of all available tickets costs € 17, with an audio guide - from € 25.

7. If your one day in Barcelona falls on Thursday - Sunday, go in the evening for square of spain... From Sagrada Familia - on the L2 line to the Universitat station, transfer to L1 and to the Espanya station. At 21:00 starts Singing Fountain Show, gathering crowds of tourists every day.

However, if you are visiting the city from Monday to Wednesday, or the show starts too late, end your mini-tour with a stroll along Barceloneta's promenade.

Where to eat in Barcelona in the evening? A good place is Menssana on Carrer de Sardenya, where you can sample a mix of Mexican and Spanish cuisine.

In general, you can at once simplify your plans for the days ahead by taking a thematic excursion from the locals:

Barcelona in 2 days

What to see in Barcelona on day 2? Route:

1. Barcelona Aquarium,
2. Museum of Catalan Art.

1. Diagonal metro station Mila's house... The special style of the building - in the form of waves - gives a little surrealism and the impression of mobility of the house, and the characteristic "gingerbread" top gives out the hand of Gaudí. Open to the public from 9 am to 8 pm, entrance ticket - € 22.

1. Review: How tourists are cheated in Barcelona

1. Five hundred meters up the road was located Casa Batlló at Passeig de Gracia, 43. This is another example of the absence of any straight lines in the design of buildings from Gaudí, listed in the list of objects world heritage UNESCO. It is allowed to drop in from 9 am to 9 pm, having previously paid for a ticket with a minimum price of € 25.

1. You can continue the Barcelona route on foot to the largest in the European part of the world. Aquarium located at Moll d'Espanya, Port Vell. Visitors find themselves literally on the seabed, fenced off from thousands of marine life only by a glass tunnel. Well, as if they did not come to see the outlandish creatures, but on the contrary 🙂 Entrance is from 10 to 21 (depending on the time of year) and costs € 21.
2. The largest museum in Barcelona - National Art Museum of Catalonia- you can get on the metro, getting to the Espanya station and going through the already familiar Plaza de España up to the majestically towering palace. V summer time the museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 to 20, the ticket price is about 12 €. However, a free visit is also possible, more on that below.

If you have not yet decided how you will get to Barcelona and are thinking about a tour, then here are 3 proven sites for online booking of tours with 24 hours support:

In 2013, the entrance to Park Guell was still free, now 10 euros per person

Barcelona in 3 days

On the 3rd day in Barcelona, ​​you can watch the next one on your own route:

1. Barceloneta beach,
2. Mount Tibidabo,
3. Spanish village,
4. Agbar Tower,
5. Embankment.

Where to live for these 3 days? In Barcelona, ​​we do not prefer hotels, but apartments - cheaper, more comfortable, prettier. We are looking for the Airbnb service. If you are a beginner, you will get a discount of 2100 rubles on your first booking.

1. If in the previous days you were unable to sunbathe on the shore Mediterranean Sea, then this morning is the best time for swimming and sunbathing on the Barceloneta beach... Of course, subject to summer travel 🙂

1. Entertainment in Barcelona is still plentiful on the third day. One of the most interesting is climbing the mountain Tibidabo... Here are and amusement park opened in the 19th century and a complex of churches Temple of the Sacred Heart, and one of the best viewpoints in Barcelona. Getting to the highest point is an exciting adventure. You must first get to Av Tibidabo station on the L7 line, change to the famous Blue Tram (4 € one way), which has been running along the route for more than a century, and arrive at the Plaça del Funicular stop, from where the old Barcelona funicular (7.7 €).
   Please note that the Blue Tram and Funicular are closed until Fall 2020.
2. Returning the same way to Plaza Catalunya and taking the metro a little further to Espanya, you can get to Spanish village... This place represents Spain in miniature: the quarter contains village houses, shops, churches from every region of the country. The cost of the visit will cost approximately € 11.
3. Observation decks in Barcelona are also appreciated near the Glories metro station - there is a 34-storey skyscraper visible from everywhere Agbar tower... Well, or "Glowing Cucumber", as they call it in the night 🙂 There is an opportunity to pass for free thanks to dozens of restaurants and cafes in the building.
4. In the evening, you can go to the nightclubs in Barcelona, ​​lined up in a row along the promenade of Barceloneta... Or you can just walk along the sea, enjoy the end of your visit to the capital of Catalonia and at the same time plan your next obligatory trip, because Barcelona and in addition to the sights described above still have something to surprise!

Barcelona map with landmarks

Below is a map of Barcelona with landmarks in Russian. For your convenience, we have marked the main points of the route for the sights of Barcelona, ​​which can be visited in 1, 2 and 3 days in different colors (blue, green and red, respectively), so that you have a rough idea of ​​how to move around the city.

Advice: if you are offline, the maps.me offline maps application helps a lot to navigate the terrain! We personally tested it in different countries... Download a detailed Barcelona map and transfer all the waypoints to the app. Such an assistant, with marked streets, hotels, etc., will definitely not let you get lost 🙂 The main thing is to do everything in advance.

Another good Barcelona travel guide combining Barcelona attractions and the 2020 metro map on a map:

Source: barcelonatm.ru

In Barcelona, ​​the metro is the most convenient form of transport, connecting all corners of the city with its network. On the above map, you can see for yourself that, as a rule, each attraction can be reached by subway.

In total, the capital of Catalonia has about 180 metro stations, scattered along 12 lines. They (lines) differ in numbers - from L1 to L5, L9N, L9S, L10-L11 and FM. Since the metro system is integrated with railways(following to the suburbs), there is a division into metro zones. All of Barcelona is included in Zone 1.

How much does the metro cost in Barcelona?
A single one-way ticket, i.e. valid for both the metro and the bus costs € 2.4. It is purchased at stations in special machines - you will not find people behind the window selling tickets in Barcelona 🙂

You can reduce the cost of the Barcelona metro if you intend to actively travel around the city. For this, from 2020, there is a T-casual ticket, which for € 11.35 provides 10 trips by any type of public transport. One travel card can be used by several people. The T-casual ticket does not apply to the L9 metro line and shuttles from the AeroBus airport.

You will definitely need a Barcelona metro map on site, so it is better to print it out or download it to your phone in advance. As a reminder, the opening hours vary depending on the days of the week: from Monday to Thursday 5: 00-00: 00, Friday and holidays 5: 00-2: 00, Saturday around the clock, Sunday 5: 00-00: 00.

Be sure to watch the sunset at Montjuic (Plaza de España)

Where to go from Barcelona?

If you have a couple of extra days left, and you walked around the city itself, then you can ask the question - where to go from Barcelona for 1 day? It is not necessary to go too far for new "beach" impressions - the coasts of the Costa Brava (Lloret de Mar) and the Costa Dorada, to the south and north of the capital, are rich in golden sands and clear sea waves.

But if you want something atypical ... In this case, we have selected attractions near Barcelona, ​​which will definitely make you admire, and some even freeze with fear.

The most convenient way to travel around Spain is by car - both the company is “our own”, and there is no need to adjust to the schedule. We prefer to rent a car in advance on the website. The service scans the offers of all global and local rental agencies and pleases us with profitable options.

Our trip to Barcelona (Mount Montserrat and Benedictine monastery)

You can ride the funicular, marvel at the unusual shape of the rocks, listen to the oldest children's choir in the world and touch the Black Madonna just 50 kilometers from Barcelona. To do this, take the train from the R5 platform from the Espanya station to either the Aeri cable car or the Cremallera funicular. The cost with transport to the top is € 21.50 in both directions. You can save at your own peril and risk - buy a train ticket only one way, and ride back like a hare (there are no turnstiles).

Port Aventura and Ferrari Land... In 2013 it cost 42 €, in 2020 - 55 €. One of the most famous attractions in Barcelona, ​​the rides in these theme parks will give you a thrill! Take at least the recently opened extreme slide Red Force, which will release you into a free fall from 112 meters. Our knees gave way for a long time ... But even after several trips to Barcelona, ​​every time we come here, we still go to PortAventura. 🙂

Favorite place PortAventura (in 2013 it cost 42 €, in 2020 - 55 €)

Figueres... Where to go from Barcelona to experience the heritage of Catalan art? To the town where Salvador Dali was born and rests! Moreover, hundreds of tourists' feet pass over his grave a day, because the artist was buried under one of the rooms of the famous Dali theater-museum. You can get to Figueres for € 12 by train from Estacio Sants station in 55 minutes or by car, covering 140 km.

This city is divided by the river into two parts from different eras - modernity and the Middle Ages. In the old city, there are at least 5 museums, 8 temples and even Arab baths from the 12th century.

Our trip to Girona in May

All in all, this is really one of the attractions worth seeing near Barcelona. From Passieg de Gracia station, trains run every half hour to Girona; ticket price - 9 €.

Trip to Girona for 10 €

Empuriabrava... The city, dotted with water channels, along which locals move sedately by boats, can be found not only in Italy. In Spain it is Empuriabrava. However, instead of gondolas, there are yachts, boats, boats belonging to the owners of villas and mansions built on scraps of land, and professional yachtsmen. To get here, you need to drive to Figueres and then take a bus for 4 €.

Val de Nuria... This, of course, is no longer part of the section "What to see in the vicinity of Barcelona", because the place is probably closer to Andorra 🙂 However, picturesque mountains, a transparent lake, clean air and all-consuming serenity contrast so much with the landscapes and atmosphere of the Catalan capital that the 130 kilometers journey is worth it. If you have 3 days or more, stay longer! Travel first by train on the R3 line from Placa de Catalunya to Ribes de Freser, and then by funicular train to an altitude of 1950 meters. The cost of a round-trip ticket is 30 €.

Probably the most exciting adventure that can be done from Barcelona! The neighboring principality welcomes all tourists with a Schengen visa in their passport. The distance from Barcelona to Andorra is about 200 km, and it takes about 3 hours by car. How to get from Barcelona to Andorra by public transport? By bus only from Sants station or El Prat airport for ≈ € 30 one way.

To Andorra behind the mountains and shopping

Barcelona museums

Any route to the sights of Barcelona is not complete without ... museums! It's doubly pleasant to visit them for free, isn't it? How to do it? 🙂

• The most significant - National Museum art of Catalonia(Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya), containing the collections of the former Museum of Modern Art and the Museum of Art of Catalonia. You will be able to pass for free every Saturday from 15 to 18 and the first Sunday of the month.

Went to main museum Catalonia (disliked)

• The capital of Catalonia also preserves the memory of another outstanding artist and sculptor. Picasso Museum in Barcelona(Museu Picasso) occupies 5 mansions, perfectly fitting into the architecture of the Gothic Quarter. Stop by every Sunday after 15:00 without a ticket.
• Tell in detail the history of the provincial capital through numerous exhibits can Museum of the History of the City of Barcelona(MHCB). It is less often open for free access - only on the first Sunday of the month.

• (MACBA) is for those with a passion for futuristic displays, mesmerizing art installations and sometimes blushing photographs. Free admission is practiced every Sunday from 15 to 20.
• Well, why in Barcelona Chocolate Museum(Museu de la Xocolata) without a ticket is allowed only on the first Monday of the month - it is quite understandable. There are not enough chocolates that are given to all visitors at the entrance! 🙂

In general, if you give advice to tourists, then it is better to go to Spain, as well as to Barcelona in general, for 7-10 days.

Barcelona is a place of attraction for millions of tourists. White beaches Barcelonetas give way to modern skyscrapers Les Corts, amazing colorful houses of Eixample pass into the old Gothic buildings of Born and Raval. At sunset, weary travelers rush to Park Guell of the Gracia district, then descending into the city for the famous Montjuïc fountain show. The city, sung in the song of the same name, performed by the great Montserrat Caballe and the inimitable Freddie Mercury. The famous singer still prefers to live here. Barcelona is Spanish and Catalan at the same time - so much intertwined and mixed in it. This city is served with a sauce of antiquities, modern eclectic apartment buildings and football.

All the beauty of Barcelona can be seen in the video:

For those who want to plunge into the thick of festive events, we recommend planning a visit to Barcelona in September, when two major events are celebrated at once: September 11, Catalan Independence Day and September 24, locals walk for several days in honor of Our Lady of Mercy, the patroness of the city. And for the leisurely and measured rest we recommend coming in spring, when it is already warm, but there are still few tourists.

How to get there and move around

Spain is included in the euro area and all prices are indicated in this currency. On average, a ticket from Moscow costs 230 euros with a transfer and 350 euros for a direct flight. Flights from St. Petersburg are much more expensive - 270 euros with a transfer and from 900 euros direct flights. Sometimes it is cheaper to buy a package tour at a travel agency and fly by charter.

Visa documents are accepted at the Spanish Visa Application Centers in Moscow and St. Petersburg. Most often, a multivisa for a year or two is put in the passport.

There are three airports in and around Barcelona.

1. There are several ways to get to the city from El Prat:

• Buses A1 and A2 leave from Terminals 1 and 2, respectively. The cost is 5.90 euros one way, 10.20 euros in both directions (the ticket is valid for 15 days). Travel time is 35 minutes. Departs every 5 minutes. You can buy in advance on the website online.
• In 2016, a separate metro line from the airport was launched - L9 Sud. Study the metro map in advance, because it is not always possible to immediately figure out how and where to go - the map is here http://www.barcelona-airport.com/TMB-Metro-Map.pdf Metro pass and regular ticket are not valid - you need to buy a special for 4.50 euros.
• Buses to metro stations: L46, LPR1, L77, L99, N17, N16. The ticket costs 2.15 euros. They go to different stations, sometimes they are a gateway through the airport to other areas. They run from morning to evening, except at night N16.
• Taxis are expensive, but convenient and fast.

1. Girona Airport is 90 kilometers from Barcelona. Low-cost airlines come here to unload El Prat.

Before central station Barcelona (Estació del Nord). One way ticket - 16 euros.

1. Reus Airport is an hour and a half from the city. From the terminal to Reus train station there is a bus number 50, then by train to your destination. Or take the La Hispano Igualadina bus, which goes straight to Barcelona.

It is convenient and inexpensive public transport: metro, trams and buses.

The metro map is here - https://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/maps/barcelona-metro-map.html. The cost of the trip is 2.15 euros. There are T10 tickets on sale for 10 trips for 9.95. And tourists can buy a Barcelona Card: unlimited trips around the central zone by metro, trams and buses, discounts at museums, some restaurants and shopping centers. On sale options last from 2 to 5 days.

There is a huge selection of rental cars in Barcelona starting at € 5 per day.

What to see

Barcelona is rich and ancient city, there are many interesting things in and around him.

Must-see sights:

1. The Sagrada Familia temple is perhaps the most famous long-term construction in the world. The great Antonio Gaudi spent 43 years building this structure. The principal decision was to finance the construction - only on voluntary donations from parishioners. Therefore, the process continues and its end is not yet in sight.

2. Park Guell with fantastic sculptures, houses and gardens.

3. Plaza Catalunya - favorite place meetings of Barcelona residents and tourists.

4. Montjuïc Hill is a huge area where famous museums, Olympic venues, and a landscaped park for walking are concentrated. In the evening, a unique show of singing fountains begins.

5. Museum of Extraordinary Picasso - located in five ancient Gothic buildings.

6. Casa Batlló is an unusual building with bright ceramic mosaics and a roof in the shape of a curved dragon's back.

7. Maritime museum with large-scale models of liners, boats and old ships.

8. Gothic Quarter - narrow streets create a complete feeling of immersion in medieval Europe, when the guards of the Inquisition are about to appear from around the corner. It's easy to get lost in such a maze.

9. Mila's house is really a residential building. They say that the tenants do not stay here for a long time because of the increased attention of tourists to this building, but the apartments are not empty for a long time. There are too many people wanting to feel like they are the special people of Barcelona.

10. Museum of unusual inventions - in case there are not enough strange buildings and monuments around.

11. Ramblas - business card cities with a pedestrian part. Here in the neighborhood there are theaters, museums, palaces. On one of the streets of this area, fans traditionally come to celebrate the victory of the Barcelona club.

12. Rock Museum - in addition to a wonderful display of musical instruments, a beautiful view opens from the roof of the Las Arenas shopping center.

13. Aquarium - it contains almost all marine life from the Mediterranean Sea.

14. Museum CosmoCaixa - modern interactive museum about how the universe works. It clearly shows and tells a lot about nature and space.

15. FC Barcelona Museum - 99.99% of the city's residents support this club.

Interesting surroundings:

1. Monastery of Montserrat, hidden between the rocks. A place of pilgrimage for believers from all over the world. There are walking paths around.
2. The medieval town of Vik with the ruins of an ancient Roman settlement. A large market opens on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
3. Famous factories of sparkling wines Freixenet and Codorniu for those wishing to learn more about the production technology and visit the deep underground cellars.
4. Sau reservoir with the flooded church of San Roma. In dry years, it appears from under the water.
5. The towns of Cadaqués and Figueiros are small and cozy; at one time they impressed Salvador Dali. His house-museum is also open here.
6. The resort town of Sitges with the most famous nightclubs. Carnival is held from late February to early March.
7. The volcanic region of Garrotch is a huge park, on the territory of which there are more than 70 extinct volcanoes. Picturesque churches have been erected in individual craters.
8. Girona is a medieval city 65 km from Barcelona with a fortress and a labyrinth of narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter. In the historical part, the Gothic building of the basilica has been preserved.

The "Heads and Tails" program came to Barcelona twice - to see the sights and shop, you can watch the video:

What to do

In Barcelona, ​​you must do:

1. Take a walk along the Ramblas - it doesn't matter whether it is in the morning or in the evening. He is beautiful at any time of the day.
2. Go to a football match at the famous Camp Nou stadium. Being in the crowd of another hundred thousand fans is an amazing feeling.
3. View the city from above - there are many viewing platforms: Montjuïc Mountain, Collserola TV Tower, Park Guell, Agbar Tower.
4. Admire the beauty of the singing fountains in Plaza de España.
5. Visit the best museums Barcelona - CosmoCaixa Museum, Barcelona Club Museum, Picasso Museum and dozens of others ..
6. Take a break from the summer heat in Park Guell by walking through the Citadel Park and the zoo.
7. Taste the freshest seafood at local restaurants - La Paradeta (Passage de Simó, 18) and El Puma (Carrer d'Aribau, 44).
8. Sunbathing and swimming on the Barceloneta beach (by the way, they appeared only in the 1990s before the 1992 Olympics). Only without fanaticism! Don't forget sunscreen to avoid health problems.
9. Come to the port to the statue of Christopher Columbus and try to imagine yourself in the place of a brave navigator and discoverer. From here the funicular runs directly to Montjuïc.
10. Take a trip back in time walking through the Gothic Quarter and the Raval district. Special daredevils even dare to take such a walk in the middle of the night - in pursuit of thrills.
11. Put on comfortable sneakers and sneakers and go out of town - enjoy the mountain views and landscapes: the Montserrat monastery, the former craters of ancient volcanoes, the small streets of the village of Sitges.
12. Drink in Catalan wine and have some tapas in the best bars in the city - El Xampanyet (Calle Montcada, 22), El Vaso d'Oro (Calle Balboa, 6), Jai-ca (Calle Ginebra, 13).
13. Taste the original national Catalan dishes.
14. Go to one of the many concerts and performances in a city that magnetically attracts talented musicians. There are dozens of events on the daily list of events.
15. Take a tourist bus on the second floor and, with a breeze, in the evening or in the morning (while it's not hot), ride several times around Barcelona and listen to an interesting audio tour about the main attractions.
16. Come to the Boqueria market and try to bargain - not only you, but also the seller will enjoy it. After all, tourists who come and buy like in a store are sheer boredom!
17. Come to the Bolshoi Opera theatre"Liseu" and compare it with the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow. If you take care of your tickets in advance, then it is quite possible to plunge into the world of high art, watching the artists from a comfortable box.
18. Take a march through the city's largest shopping malls, as well as the flea markets of Encants and Fira de Nautumismo (Placa Reial), where lucky shoppers catch antiques.
19. Listen to great concerts in local clubs like Jamboree, or dance all night at La Terrrazza discos (under open air), Razmatazz (the city's main techno club)

Shopping (What and where to buy)

What tourists bring from Barcelona:

1. Jamon - it is better to take it in a vacuum package, because it is not enough just to bring a leg. We need an even sharpest knife that can cut the meat into thin plates.
2. Turron is an Arabic dessert loved by the Spaniards.
3. For Christmas in Catalonia, they like to make little people who relieve great need. They are hidden in the house, and according to local beliefs, the finder will be lucky in all matters throughout the year. Catalans have a humorous approach to making figurines: they can be famous modern celebrities, politicians and even religious figures. Kaganers are sold at all Christmas markets and souvenir shops before the holiday.
4. Cheese - in Catalonia they prepare their own special delicious varieties. This is mainly goat cheese with various additives. There is also a spicy one - Formatge d-oli amb herbes de musser. But the most popular on the tables of Catalans is mato cheese - a delicate goat cheese served with dried fruits, berries, jams and honey.
5. Footwear - Barcelona has a long tradition of making high quality footwear at reasonable prices.
6. Original local souvenirs - they are sold in a Spanish village on Montjuïc mountain. Local artisans - glass blowers, potters, leather craftsmen - work right in front of tourists.
7. Olive oil - choose your packaging carefully, you will have to carry it in your luggage.
8. The FC Barcelona jersey with your favorite player is one of your favorite keepsakes.

Barcelona has a unique bus for all shopping enthusiasts: the Barcelona Shopping Line. He stops at all the biggest shopping centers as well as near boutique streets and souvenir places. The ticket costs 10 euros, the bus leaves from the stops every 7 minutes. With one ticket, you can travel all day, getting off the bus, shopping, and going further along the route.

Watch the video of the Eagle and Reshka program about shopping in Barcelona:

The city has two big sales seasons: from January 7 to March 6 and from July 1 to August 31. All stores are announcing big discounts. Experienced shopaholics know that at the very beginning of the sales season, discounts are small - up to 20-30%, but the assortment is huge. But at the end of the season, the discounts are already much more noticeable - up to 70%, but the choice is much less.

The capital of Catalonia is the trade center of the region, so there are many malls and outlets:

1. L'Illa Diagonal (Avinguda Diagonal, 557) - a huge shopping center next to the metro, low prices, a large assortment;
2. Pedralbes (Av. Diagonal, 609-615) - a modern shopping center, many European brands, as well as a large food court and even an ice rink;
3. Bulevard Rosa (Paseo de Gracia, 53) - premium brands in numerous boutiques;
4. El Triangle (Plaça Catalunya, 1-4) - multi-storey shopping center, modern brands of clothing and cosmetics;
5. Maremagnum (Muelle de España, 5) - next to the port, two floors, a large assortment for every taste;
6. El Corte Ingles (Plaça de Catalunya 14) - a chain mall in the city center with a huge selection;
7. Glòries (Plaça de les Glòries) - convenient location, parking and over 100 clothing and accessories stores;
8. La Maquinista (Paseo Potosí, 2) - a good range of both well-known brands and local brands;
9. Diagonal Mar (3 Avda. Diagonal) - Rich choice, comfortable parking and a rooftop food court.

In addition to modern shopping centers, there are wonderful markets in the city.

The most famous of them is Boqueria, which is located in the very center of Barcelona. Even if you are not going to buy anything, it is still worth stopping by to at least feel the atmosphere.

Another large food market, Santa Catarina, is located on Avinguda de Francesc Cambó.

Among the various street markets, the most popular is the Encants flea market. Its history of existence has more than seven hundred years. It is the oldest surviving market in Europe. He works at Av. Meridiana, 69 4 days a week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

Prices

In Barcelona, ​​all prices are quoted in Euros. The exchange rate of the euro to the ruble is 1 to 63. According to tourists, it is best to change the rubles to the euro even before the trip. Bank cards accepted almost everywhere.

The average bill for a business lunch with a fixed menu (menu del dia) in an inexpensive establishment is 10-15 euros.

For 20-30 euros you can dine with alcohol in a decent restaurant.

Bread - 0.70 euros

Chicken 1 kg - 4 euros

Tomatoes - 1.5 euros

Milk - 0.8 euros

Ticket prices for museums range from 4 to 15 euros per person.

Souvenirs (plates, magnets) cost from 1 euro.

A taxi ride costs an average of 7 euros, depending on the distance.

Average budget for visiting Barcelona per person per day (accommodation, transportation, meals and tickets to museums and attractions): 100-120 euros.

Where to live

The area of ​​residence should be selected in accordance with the priorities. If you want to see the city first of all, then you should choose hotels closer to the sights. According to tourists, the most convenient areas for living are the Raval, Born, Eixample, Barcelonetta and the Gothic Quarter.

Top 5 budget hotels according to tourists' reviews:

1. Bonanova (Bisbe Sivilla, 7) - the perfect combination of price and quality, close to restaurants, supermarkets, bus stops and metro station.
2. Hotel Lloret Ramblas (Rambla Canaletes 125) - literally two minutes from the central pedestrian street of Barcelona. Delicious breakfasts, cozy rooms.
3. Amrey Sant Pau (173 Sant Antoni Maria Claret) is a small hotel not far from the center. Spacious rooms, great view from the windows, good transport accessibility.
4. Hotel Medium Prisma (Josep Tarradellas 119-121) - comfortable accommodation 10 minutes from attractions. Hearty breakfasts, modern equipment in the rooms.
5. SmartRoom Barcelona (56 Carrer Olzinelles) - Minimalistic yet comfortable rooms. There are many cafes and restaurants nearby. The sea is within walking distance.

A 3-star hotel room costs about 50 euros per person. Hostels and 2 star hotels offer accommodation for about 35 euros per person.

Better this way - if you need absolutely inexpensive, then you can spend the night in hostels, on average 20 euros. The best hostels in Barcelona according to tourist reviews:

1. Hostelscat BCN (C / Panissars, 5)
2. INOUT Hostel (Major del Rectoret, 2)
3. Hola Hostal Eixample (149 Carrer de Napols)
4. Barcelona Central Garden Hostel (Roger de Lluria 41)
5. Alberguinn Sants Youth Hostel (C / Melcior de Palau 70-74)

For big company it is more profitable to rent an apartment: from 20-30 euros per day per person.

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What and where to eat

In Spain, tasty food is prepared at every step. And Catalan cuisine in Barcelona is somewhat different. How to understand all this diversity?

Top 5 most delicious dishes:

1. Botifarra - raw meat sausages with spices. Most often it is eaten without heat treatment. There is a leaner white butyfarra or black with pig's blood. According to travelers' reviews, the most delicious boutifarra is served in the Pork Boig Per Tu cafe (Carrer del Consolat de Mar, 15).
2. Escudella is a stew made from potatoes, beans, meat and cabbage. Be careful, this is a 3-in-1 meal: broth, meat and vegetables. The best escudella is prepared in the Terra d'Escudella restaurant (Premia 20, baixos).
3. Fideua is a Barcelona version of paella, but small noodles are added instead of rice. Contains vegetables and chicken or seafood. All diners at 7 Portes (Passeig Isabel II 14 | Pla del Palau) are delighted with the local preparation of this famous dish.
4. Empedrat is a traditional Catalan cold salad, which, in addition to fresh vegetables, includes salted cod. Before serving, it is additionally placed in the refrigerator, which is very pleasant on a hot summer day. Casa Isabel (Passeig Garcia Faria 69) has perhaps the most delicious salad in the whole city.
5. Suquet de peix is ​​one of the most popular fish dishes in Barcelona. This is a juicy fish and seafood stew with potatoes, tomato and a few cloves of garlic. When cooking, add the freshest fish, preferably the morning catch. El Grao restaurant (Plaza Del Mar | Numero 6) is always full of people who want to try this dish.

Some establishments offer a buffet with unlimited approaches for 10-15 euros per person - these are chain WOK, Fresc & Co, Lactuca, Pans company, Dao Kaitensushi, El Puma.

Best excursions according to reviews

There are a lot of excursions in Barcelona, ​​and we tried to choose the most interesting ones according to the reviews of experienced travelers:

1. Modern and Gothic: the two faces of Barcelona - the guide will give you the opportunity to see medieval buildings in the vicinity of the most modern skyscrapers, lead you along narrow streets and lead you to wide squares. Tour participants will learn about the most mysterious legends of the city.
2. Secrets of Masonic Barcelona - This secret, but powerful society harbors many secrets and secrets. But professional historians have learned to read Masonic symbols and unravel hidden messages. Tourists will be surprised to learn how many of them are around us in Barcelona.
3. Helicopter flight over the city. You will be able to cover it in its entirety during the air tour. Only a select few manage to see Barcelona from a bird's eye view. The most famous landmarks will open up from a completely different angle.
4. The Legends of Barcelona quest is the perfect way to get to know Barcelona and become familiar with it for those who don't like to leisurely follow a guide and listen to stories. Here you can become an active participant in the events yourself. During the excursion, you will have the opportunity to solve riddles and get into the most mystical places of the city.
5. The night face of Barcelona is a large and vibrant city where life just begins at nightfall. And it is no less interesting and exciting than in the light of the sun.
6. Taste Barcelona: walk through the best places with a guide, learn how to eat cheese and jamon correctly, and even distinguish high-quality olive oil.

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Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona

Millions of travelers visit the capital of Catalonia every year. Perhaps this is even more popular destination than visiting the Spanish capital Madrid. What makes Barcelona so attractive?

Barcelona cannot be confused with any other city in the world. This is a real anthill with bright nightlife and the hospitality of the locals. Here you can always have fun and carefree time. Unmatched food and sangria, the national drink, will make your stay in the city even more vibrant and unforgettable. But don't think that a trip to Barcelona is only suitable for nightlife lovers.

Barcelona is called the cultural capital of Spain for a reason. The city is rich in historical sights and unique architectural monuments. The greatest genius, Antoni Gaudi, made a great contribution to the architectural appearance of Barcelona. As a legacy to descendants, he left his amazing masterpieces: Sagrada Familia, Palace and Park Guell, College of the Order of St. Teresa and others.

So what to see in Barcelona first.

Interesting things to see in Barcelona

If this is your first time in Barcelona, ​​it is worth starting your acquaintance with the city with the immortal creations of Gaudí. They have long become the hallmark of the capital of Catalonia. And many are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Temple of the Holy Family (Sagrada Familia)

Temple of the Holy Family (Sagrada Familia)

This is one of the main attractions of Barcelona, ​​designed by Antoni Gaudi. The construction of the temple has not yet been completed, but the cathedral has already been consecrated by the Pope, which made it possible to start holding daily services. The construction of the temple is carried out only with donations from parishioners and visitors who massively visit the Cathedral of the Sagrada Familia. Completion of construction is planned in eight years. The cathedral is unlike any other famous temple in the world. Outwardly, it resembles either an enchanted forest, or a castle on the sand, or maybe a fabulous gingerbread house. No wonder Salvador Dali spoke of the cathedral as terribly “edible”. Gaudi laid the basis for the construction of his masterpiece geometrically verified figures: helicoid, hyperboloid. According to the author's idea, the cathedral will be decorated with eighteen spiers, eight of them have already been built. The highest spire is the personification of Jesus Christ, the other twelve belong to the apostles, four more to the evangelists Mark, Luke, John and Matthew, and the last remaining one to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Inside the temple, a whole fabulous forest of openwork columns, a star-shaped ceiling, and unique colored stained-glass windows await visitors. The play of chiaroscuro creates a unique colored mosaic pattern throughout the interior of the cathedral. The Sagrada Familia is the first place to see in Barcelona.

Mila's house

Another landmark of the city, which arose thanks to the architect Antoni Gaudi. This is a residential building where ordinary Catalan families still live. There are no straight lines in the outer facade; waves and zigzags are everywhere. The house is designed in such a way that every room is filled with light. Inside the house, the entire load is distributed between the supporting columns, this allows you to make any redevelopment of the room: transfer, demolish, move the walls. Gaudí invented a unique ventilation system that creates comfortable conditions for life. There is a cafe in the building, where you should definitely go for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.

Casa Batlló

Casa Batlló

Casa Batlló is located in the heart of Barcelona. It is impossible not to notice him, he is so knocked out by his appearance from all other buildings. A humpbacked roof, similar to a frozen outlandish dragon, curved outlines of the façade and balconies, light splashes of ceramics, chimneys - the corporate identity of Antoni Gaudi is read throughout. The interior of the house is no less interesting - there are amazing decorative elements here: for example, a chandelier in the shape of a sun, a staircase in the shape of a shell. Play with chiaroscuro creates a beautiful drawing on the patio.

National Art Museum of Catalonia

National Art Museum of Catalonia

At the foot of the Montjuic mountain in the National Palace there is a museum building. Four Ionic columns rise directly in front of him as a symbol of Catalonia. The columns are adjacent to the wonderful fountain, which attracts visitors with nightly shows. One of the most memorable views of the city opens from the observation deck of the museum. The museum has the most comprehensive collection of Romanesque art. The works of Velazquez and El Greco form the basis of Renaissance art. In addition, there is an excellent collection of all kinds of coins and banknotes, as well as sculptures, frescoes, ceramics.

Cathedral of the Holy Cross

Cathedral of the Holy Cross

In the very center of the Gothic Quarter, a magnificent cathedral was built, its second name is the Cathedral of St. Eulalia, whose relics rest under the Gothic vault of the temple. This saint is revered both in Catholicism and in Orthodoxy. it's the same Cathedral Barcelona. The cathedral was built in the Gothic style, and its main facade is decorated with a beautiful portal. The openwork spiers of the cathedral's towers give it a majestic look. Another relic that is kept in this place is a statue of Christ taken from a ship that took part in the Battle of Lepanto.

Barcelona Aquarium

Barcelona Aquarium

This is the largest aquarium in Europe. Several thousand representatives of the deep sea live here. The main goal is to inform visitors about the need to respect nature and its inhabitants, as well as to maintain harmony between humans and marine inhabitants. The aquarium features several ecosystems, ranging from the Great Barrier Reef to underwater caves. Everyone is attracted by the huge oceanarium, where sharks swim majestically. A long tunnel is laid under it, which allows you to find yourself at the bottom of the sea.

What to see in Barcelona

The answer to this question depends on the number of days allocated for sightseeing in Barcelona. It takes at least a week to familiarize yourself with most of them. If there is not much time, then it is worth focusing on the most important of them.

Mount Montjuic

Mount Montjuic

Several popular corners of the city are located on Montjuic Mountain. Firstly, the Royal Botanic Garden is laid out here. There are artificial streams, waterfalls and a lake on the territory of the garden. It is pleasant to walk here on a hot day and enjoy the beautiful flora, which is abundant here. The second garden, laid out on the mountain, is the Cactus Park. Representatives of the thorny family grow here in free conditions and amaze with their shapes and sizes. Here are cacti from the smallest to the largest.

Secondly, the famous Singing Fountains show takes place at the foot of Montjuic. To a beautiful musical accompaniment, streams of water, highlighted with multi-colored highlights, dance in the literal sense of the word. The spectacle, which takes place in the evenings, is immensely popular with tourists and locals alike. This show is worth seeing with your own eyes.

Ramblas

Ramblas

This street has the same meaning for Catalans as Old Arbat is for Muscovites. The Ramblas is completely pedestrianized. There are souvenir shops, shops, cafes here. Artists perform in the streets: magicians, jugglers, artists, musicians. For a small fee, you can take a picture with a "living statue". Here you can spend a pleasant time in the shade of green plane trees, enjoying the special local flavor.

Boqueria market

Boqueria market

From the Ramblas it is worth going to the Boqueria market. It has long become a visiting card of the city and a tourist Mecca. Growing out of a small rural bazaar, today the Boqueria market occupies 2500 sq.m. Here you can buy sanctioned jamon, real Spanish sausages, fresh seafood (oysters, shrimps, fish, squid, octopus, tuna), fruits and vegetables. Fruit is often sold as ready-to-use cocktails or sliced. So many tourists come here that at some point, organized excursion groups were banned from driving to the market. Traders can be understood, many come here to look, not buy.

Mount Tibidabo

Mount Tibidabo

This is the best viewpoint in Barcelona and the highest point on the city map. To get to the top, you can use the old funicular, and for the most hardy, it is possible to climb on foot. People come here not only for beautiful view but also to ride the rides. The Ferris wheel, free fall tower and roller coaster will appeal to both adults and children. At the top of the mountain is the snow-white Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Instead of a spire, a statue of Christ with outstretched arms is installed, as if embracing the entire city. The figure of the Savior resembles a famous statue located in Brazil.

Triumphal Arch

Triumphal Arch

There are triumphal arches in many European cities, they were installed in honor of significant events and military victories. So in Moscow, the Arc de Triomphe appeared in honor of the victory in Patriotic War 1812 In the capital of Catalonia, it was built for the opening of the World Exhibition. It was built of red brick and decorated with sculptures around the perimeter. The entire structure is crowned with an exposition depicting the coats of arms of all Spanish provinces. There are beautiful bas-reliefs on the facades.

Camp Nou stadium

Camp Nou stadium

This is the iconic stadium that has become the home of FC Barça. It is the most awarded club in Spain in terms of total awards. In addition, they own a number of football records, some of which have not yet been broken. When Barça plays at their home stadium, tickets are almost impossible to get, but if you can do that, you will see the 100,000th Camp Nou cheering for their team. You can also visit the museum at the stadium, admire the trophy exhibits and buy yourself a shirt of your favorite club. Tour of the stadium is not available on match days or immediately prior to them. All relevant information can be found on the official website of the Camp Nou stadium.

Park Guell

Park Guell

The completion of the acquaintance with the creative heritage of Antoni Gaudí can be Park Guell. Many people come to these places to admire the breathtaking panorama of the city from the main terrace of the park. From the compulsory program: sit on the snake bench, admire the fountains and sculptures, walk through the colonnade, admire the unique mosaics. Antonio Gaudí never happens to be too much, so after the park, if possible, visit his house-museum, where he lived for twenty years from 1906 to 1926.

What to see for tourists in Barcelona

The excursion program in the city is rich, where everyone can choose for themselves interesting direction... Of course, there are places for self-guided tours that do not require a guide. However, it is best to seek professional assistance to visit some of Barcelona's attractions.

Montserrat monastery

Montserrat monastery

The bizarre Montserrat mountain is located outside of Barcelona. The best way to get here is to buy an excursion. This will save you both money and time. Since 1987, Montserrat has been a conservation area with several hiking trails to discover the local flora and fauna. But the main pearl of Montserrat is a unique ancient monastery. The monastery is located almost at the very top of the mountain among the high sheer walls. There are many caves in the vicinity; they often served as a hiding place for monastic treasures. Pilgrims come here to see the statue of the Black Madonna, giving the joy of motherhood to believers. Depending on the excursion program there is a different content. It is worth choosing a tour where there is not only a tour of the monastery, but also a tasting included. Monks have long been involved in the manufacture of liqueurs and goat cheese. At the tasting, you can not only taste natural products, but also purchase them, which is much more important.

Picasso Museum

Picasso Museum

The capital of Catalonia is inextricably linked with the activities of the great Pablo Picasso. To learn more about the work and life of a genius, take a guided tour and visit the artist's favorite places in the city. Most of the excursions include visits to such iconic places as the first working studio of Picasso, his first home, as well as the famous restaurant 4 Gatos, where you can go for coffee. And ends with a visit to the Picasso Museum. Inside you will find not only paintings, but also ceramics, prints, photographs. Most of the work belongs to the early period of Picasso's work, there are even his childhood pencil sketches. The later works of the genius of Cubism are also presented in the museum, but in a smaller volume. In the museum, there is practically no information about the personal life of a genius, therefore, choosing an independent visit only to the museum, you will not learn many interesting facts.

Gothic Quarter

Gothic Quarter

A walk through the Gothic Quarter is an immersion in the world from the Roman period to the seizure of the Middle Ages to the present. Of course, you can walk in the Gothic Quarter on your own, but then you will most likely miss the significant sights of the area.

The Gothic Quarter is part of medieval town, which belongs mainly to the fourteenth and fifteenth century. Most of the quarter is pedestrianized and not intended for traffic. In addition to medieval buildings, there are also preserved Roman ones, for example, the remains of the fortress wall and ruins of the palace of Octavian Augustus.

The heart of the Gothic Quarter became Cathedral of the Holy Cross... This is the second most beautiful temple in the city. Most of the postcards sold with the signature "Gothic Quarter" adorn the Bridge of Sighs or Bridge of kisses... The beautiful lace bridge was created by Gaudi's colleague architect G. Rubio.

The richest area before the start of the Reconquista was considered Jewish quarter... Its remains are perfectly preserved and today testify to the former greatness and wealth. The synagogue and the House of the Rabbi are at the heart of the Jewish community. There is also a museum where you can go for tasting and lectures on Hebrew history.

Another gem of Gothic art is presented Church of Santa Maria del Pi. In the place where the modern building is located, the first church appeared in the fifth century. The existing building of the cathedral appeared in the fourteenth century. Throughout its history, the temple has experienced many tragic moments: several earthquakes, fires, the Spanish Civil War. But the Catalans have always restored it.

Tourists visiting Spain make sure to try to come to Barcelona. The capital of Catalonia is an amazingly beautiful city that has become a real monument to the architectural genius of Gaudí. When deciding what to see in Barcelona, ​​his masterpieces are listed first.

The great architect created 17 projects, 10 of them are located in the main city of the region:

• Sagrada Familia;
• The houses of Mila, Batlló, Figueres, Calvet and Vicens;
• Palace and pavilion of the Guell estate;
• College of the Order of Saint Teresa.

Six of these sites are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites and are included in all tourism guides. The rest also do not go unnoticed by vacationers due to their original architecture.

Of great interest is the Montjuic mountain with its park, singing fountains and National Palace... Be sure to visit the Boqueria market, stroll along the Ramblas and look into. It is recommended to include the museums of Picasso, chocolate, bullfighting in the introductory program.

Getting to know Gaudí's creations

Traveling to one of the most interesting corners of Spain can be done in different ways: by buying a tour in an agency or on your own. The second option requires a responsible approach to the organization, but provides more scope in the choice of objects. You can decide for yourself what to see in Barcelona and decide in which order you should get acquainted with the sights. It is better to make a list before the trip so as not to waste time on this activity while already on the excursion.

Most popular tourist sites the Catalan capital is considered to be the projects of Antoni Gaudi. It is recommended to start your acquaintance with the city with them.

Sagrada Familia

The most famous creation of the great architect, the visiting card of the Catalan capital, is the Sagrada Familia. The creator gave 43 years of his life to work on it, but did not see his masterpiece complete. The construction of the Sagrada Familia began 135 years ago and continues to this day.

The Sagrada Familia is one of the tallest buildings in the city. It admires with its bizarre shapes and 18 towers. Millions of tourists visit it every year. The city has created conditions for guests to independently get to popular place... Nearby is the metro station of the same name, which allows you to quickly reach the temple from anywhere in Barcelona.

You can appreciate the beauty of the Sagrada Familia not only from the outside, but also from the inside.

You will have to pay about 13 euros to visit the temple. It is better to book tickets in advance so as not to stand in lines. More about architectural monument help to find out an audio guide or a tour guide.

The Mila House deserves special attention - a landmark recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. This is the last completed project of the great architect. He was ordered a house as the most unusual one. The master did an excellent job. The building turned out to be extravagant, striking with smooth curves that create the illusion of movement. Until now, nothing like this has been created by architects.

The structure was erected as a residential building, but today a bank is located here. Only a few apartments are available for rent. One of them has become a museum and is open to the public. You can get acquainted with the exhibits of the early 20th century every day.

The ticket costs 20.5 euros. Discounts are provided for students and children. You can get there by metro (Diagonal station), bus or FGC train.

Another attraction of the Catalan capital, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, is Casa Batlló (Casa Batlló). Built in the late 19th century, it was completely redesigned by Antoni Gaudi. Alteration work was carried out at the beginning of the twentieth century.

The architect invented for him unusual facades in the form of a skeleton with balconies-skulls and a roof resembling the back of a dragon. The decoration combines bizarre forms of flora and fauna.

You will definitely love the unique interior design of the building. In addition to smooth lines and asymmetric contours of window openings, forged decorative elements, stained-glass windows, tiles, and original configurations of fireplaces attract attention.

Visits to the museum are allowed daily from 9 am to 9 pm. It is more convenient to get to the place by metro or bus. The ticket costs 20.35 euros. Children enter the building free of charge.

The building is not very popular with tourists, but you are advised to include it in your Barcelona experience. Vicens is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. He attracts with original architectural solution and design. The facades are faced with ceramic tiles forming a pattern in the form of marigolds - the most popular colors among Catalans. This is the first project of Gaudí, which reflected the extraordinary talent of the great master.

Vincennes is privately owned and closed to the public. If you would like to get acquainted with the interior decoration - plan a trip to Barcelona on May 22. On this day, its doors are open to everyone.

You don't have to search for a building for a long time. It is located in the center of the Catalan capital. You can get to the place by metro.

Park Guell is another corner associated with the name of Antoni Gaudí, in which gardens and living areas are organically intertwined. It was created over 100 years ago. The park is located in the upper part of the city and is ideal for independent travel... A walk along its alleys will allow you to plunge into a real fairy-tale world.

The amazing world with fancy fences, funny lizards, mosaic houses beckons and delights. You will definitely see his image on most postcards with popular views. The main attraction of Guell is the house-museum of the architect himself.

The park is open to the public every day. In the summer from 8:00 to 21-30, in the winter - from 8-30 to 18:00. To get there on your own, you need to take the metro to Lesseps station. Then you can walk up the street or take an escalator.

The ticket costs 8 euros (when ordering on the website - 7). A visit to the museum will cost 5.50 euros.

Palais Güell is an Art Nouveau-style residential building that the great architect created for an industrialist who became his patron and one of the main customers. There are still clear geometric lines in this project, which distinguishes it from other creations of the master. The originality of the building is given

• steel supporting structures invented by the master;
• two arches with unique wrought iron grilles;
• the coat of arms located between them;
• unusual layout of the interior;
• chimneys on the roof, the design of which distinguishes the palace from other buildings, even from a distance.

The architectural masterpiece is located near the Ramblas, which is also popular with guests.

Manor Guell is the first masterpiece by Antoni Gaudí created for his patron. Unfortunately, the years and incompetent restorers did not spare the unique ensemble. Today you will be able to appreciate only the pavilions of the estate, decorated with broken ceramic tiles, and the original gate with a dragon, invented by the architect himself. The remaining buildings are amazing for their uniqueness and beauty. They (like the Park and Palace of Guell) are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

To explore the pavilions on your own, you need to get to Palau Reial station by metro or bus. The ticket costs 6 euros, which makes the architectural monument one of the most visited places.

Visiting popular corners of the city

The attractions of the Catalan capital are not only architectural masterpieces great master. You should definitely visit other attractions:

• Mount Montjuic;
• Ramblas boulevard;
• Boqueria market;
• Mount Tibidabo.

Not sure what to see in Barcelona yet? Pay attention to Mount Montjuïc. It is considered a place of real pilgrimage for tourists and locals. Here are located:

• wonderful parks Hoy Jardi Botanic and Jardins de Mossen Costra I Lljobera with a huge collection of flora and fauna;
• Singing fountains Magic Fountain;
• The National Palace;
• museums;
• Spanish village.