Barcelona Attractions

Barcelona activities:

• Admire the work of Antoni Gaudi, Barcelona's most famous son. Climb the giddy heights of the unfinished Expiatory Temple of the Holy Family, stroll past ornate lampposts on Las Rambla and visit the grand Guell Palace.
• Visit the pavilions and plazas of Gaudi's fantastical garden city at Guell Park.
• See world-famous works of art at the Picasso Museum.
• Wander the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter and explore ancient Roman ruins.
• If you like football, no visit to Barcelona would be complete without a visit to the immense Camp Nou.

Barcelona nightlife:

• Enjoy a night out; from lively bars to all-night clubs and discos, city breaks in Barcelona have something for everyone.
• Visit one of the city's cava bars and indulge in the local speciality.
• Take in a concert at the Palau de la Musica Catalana, ballet at L'Espai or opera at the reconstructed Gran Teatre del Liceu.
• Spend an evening sampling some delicious cuisine. From tapas and seafood to the finest international fare, Barcelona's restaurants and cafes cater for every budget and taste.

Barcelona shopping:

• Pick up the latest designer labels in the shops and boutiques around Placa Catalunya.
• Stock up on souvenirs while being entertained by street artists and performers along La Rambla.
• Buy independent clothing labels, quirky antiques and ancient books in the tiny shops that line the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter.
• Pick up vintage clothing and music in the second hand stores around the El Raval area.

Other popular attractions on holidays in Barcelona:

• Ride a gondola to the top of Montjuic and spend a day or two exploring its many attractions. Visit the Joan Miro museum, stroll through the botanical gardens or enjoy the amusement park.
• See the city from the water on a boat trip around the harbour.
• Barcelona holidays are a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Take a day trip and ride the cable car to the top of Montserrat, or spend the day at a seaside resort.