Barcelona Things to Do

More details outside of the birth of Jesus, and above the crucifixion. Another fresco shows the three kings and on the opposite side what seem to be local peasants in Adoration before the new-born...

This Placa is a great place to obtain a great view over much of Parc Guell. The view extends over the City to the ocean, with views extending Barcelonetta. If you are lucky you may obtain one of the...

We stayed in a hotel on Las Ramblas which was located on one of the smaller roads. I cannot stress how careful you have to be in terms of pickpocketing. Especially if you're female and going with a...

If you are a fan of Gaudi then no visit to Barcelona would be complete without a visit to La Pedrera. This was Gaudi's last civil project and arguably one of his most original. A visit here consists...

I am looking forward to visiting this mountain which is occupied by the Sagrat Cor Church and Tibidabo Amusement Park. There are a number of ways the top of the mountain may be reached. There is the...

Fantastic view of the huge cruise ships in port. We sat and watched with envy of the passengers, but then realised they would most likely only have limited time in Barcelona and not enjoy this...

My grandmother told me about this house by Gaudi where the roofline represents the dragons back, and the cross was St. George's sword slaying the dragon. I took these pictures from the Bus Turistic,...

Neogothic Pont dels Sospirs or Bridge of Sighs connects the eastern wall of Palau de la Generalitat and western wall of Casa del Canonges (House of Cannons). Previously, there were many other bridges...

The Placa Reial ("royal square") is a historic square in the center of Barcelona, between Las Ramblas and the Barrio Gotico. The square is lined by palm-trees, has restaurants and cafes under arched...

As we commenced the climb up the hill to the 1992 Olympic Stadium we stopped for photos of the beautiful Font Magica De Montjuic. The majestic fountains are situated a short distance below the Museu...

We visited the market twice during our visit, the second time we had lunch at the fish vendor/ restaurant. All very good. Our first visit was our second day in Barcelona and we decided to walk La...

Plaça de Catalunya/Plaza de Cataluña is located between the old city and the 19th century suburb Eixample, and meeting point of several important streets: Passeig de Gràcia, Rambla de Catalunya, La...

The Columbus monument dates back to 1888, where it was built in the course of a world exhibition (Columbus reported to Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand in Barcelona after his first voyage). It can be...

Montserrat is truly a special place. It's easy to get there from Barcelona. There are a lot of tickets on tourist info places that cover all the expenses. You just need to pay attention to the...

The FC Barcelona is probably the best-known soccer team in the world, and its stadium, the Nou Camp, is almost legendary. It is possible to take a stadium tour (ca. 1 1/2 hour) including the visit of...

Created at the same time as the Universal Exhibition of 1888, on the space formerly occupied by the original citadel. Ciutadella is one of the largest green areas of Barcelona with plenty of alleys...

A very busy road junction before the Trade Fair Site. Our tour stopped here for a few minutes, an opportunity for a few photos of this busy section of the road before we continued on to the site of...

The exterior of Barcelona Cathedral looked impressive, however when we went inside the Cathedral we were more tan impressed by the design and outstanding decoration. I always enjoy the stained glass...

Hubby and I decided to get off the red tourist bus at Teleferic de Montjuic and catch the cable car up to the top of the mountain to the castle. The views over Barcelona were fantastic as you can see...

It was the first time and probably the last, I wish to stay in a hospital. Another Gaudi creation, a new hospital concept. When they told me you have to see hospital Sant Pau, I was like: “I am not...

Port Vell is the harbour area of Barcelona - once a rather seedy area, but developed since the Olympic Games 1992 and now a major tourist attraction of Barcelona. Its main features are the Maremagnum...

Originally built as the entrance arch for the Universal Exhibition of 1888, which took place in the adjacent Parc de la Ciutadella. The lovely brick-worked arch has a Moorish design, generally called...

Located in the Gothic area of the city, the Picasso Museum is well worth a visit. The museum presents Picasso's works in a chronological order and this really helps to provide a greater understanding...

This is a masterpiece of Catalan's modernist architecture, done by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. openening 1908 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site and in my opinion its one of Barcelona's Must See places....

Visiting El Poble Espanyol it's like seeing Spain in one day. You should take the guide and listen all the details about each province. The history of the place and the way it's built is amazing....