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Must-see sites in Barcelona

Barcelona displays an incredible wealth of monuments, reflecting its history and culture. The city includes basilicas, museums, medieval squares, and parks. Works by Gaudí, such as the Sagrada Família and Parc Güell, define the city's landscape. Markets, avenues, and the waterfront add to the architectural diversity of the Catalan capital.

Parc Güell
Parc Güell

Gràcia, Barcelona, Spain

Public green space designed by Antoni Gaudí between 1900 and 1914. The park features stone architectural elements, mosaics-adorned benches, and vaulted passageways.

La Boqueria Market
La Boqueria Market

La Rambla, Barcelona, Spain

Established in 1840, this covered market has over 200 stands offering vegetables, fruits, meats, fish, and regional Catalan products.

Palace of Catalan Music
Palace of Catalan Music

El Born, Barcelona, Spain

Concert hall constructed at the start of the 20th century according to the plans of architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, adorned with modernist decorations.

Sagrada Família
Sagrada Família

L'Eixample, Barcelona, Spain

Catholic basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí in 1882, blending Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture. The building has 18 towers, with the tallest reaching 100 meters.

Casa Batlló
Casa Batlló

L'Eixample, Barcelona, Spain

Residential building transformed by Antoni Gaudí in 1904. Its facade is marked by undulating forms, mosaics, and a ceramic roof.

Gothic Quarter
Gothic Quarter

Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Spain

Historic center of Barcelona dating from the Middle Ages. The area contains narrow streets, squares, the Cathedral of Saint Eulalia, and sections of Roman fortifications.

Casa Milà
Casa Milà

L'Eixample, Barcelona, Spain

Residential building designed by Antoni Gaudí in 1912, notable for its stone facade with natural curves and sculpted chimneys.

Spotify Camp Nou
Spotify Camp Nou

Sant Ramon, Barcelona, Spain

Football stadium opened in 1957, home to FC Barcelona, with a capacity of 99,354 spectators, making it the largest in Europe.

Montjuïc Fountain
Montjuïc Fountain

Sants-Montjuïc, Barcelona, Spain

Hydraulic construction from 1929 that offers shows of water, light, and music in front of the National Palace on the Montjuïc hill.

Santa Maria del Mar Church
Santa Maria del Mar Church

El Born, Barcelona, Spain

Catalan Gothic religious construction from the 14th century characterized by a high central nave and two octagonal towers of 50 meters.

Joan Miró Foundation
Joan Miró Foundation

Montjuïc, Barcelona, Spain

Contemporary art center established in 1975 in a modern white building housing a collection of over 10,000 works.

Bunkers del Carmel
Bunkers del Carmel

Horta-Guinardó, Barcelona, Spain

Former military site built for anti-aircraft defense during the civil war at 262 meters altitude offering a 360-degree view of Barcelona.

Picasso Museum
Picasso Museum

El Born, Barcelona, Spain

Set of five medieval palaces from the 15th century housing 4,251 works by Spanish painter Pablo Picasso in its permanent collection.

Palau Güell
Palau Güell

Raval, Barcelona, Spain

Family residence designed by Antoni Gaudí between 1886 and 1888, characterized by its ashlar facade and multicolored chimneys.

La Rambla
La Rambla

Barcelona, Spain

Central boulevard of 1.3 kilometers extending from the port to Plaça de Catalunya. The street hosts numerous cafés and shops.

Parc de la Ciutadella
Parc de la Ciutadella

El Born, Barcelona, Spain

17-hectare park featuring a lake, the Catalan parliament, the municipal zoo, and the geology museum housed in a former arsenal.

Gracia Neighborhood
Gracia Neighborhood

Gracia, Barcelona, Spain

Residential area composed of narrow streets, paved squares, local markets, cafés, and independent art galleries.

National Art Museum of Catalonia
National Art Museum of Catalonia

Barcelona, Spain

Cultural institution in a neoclassical palace on Montjuïc hill showcasing collections of Romanesque, Gothic, and modern Catalan art.

Sant Antoni Market
Sant Antoni Market

Barcelona, Spain

Octagonal structure of forged iron built in 1882. The covered market sells fresh food products and local specialties.

Casa Vicens
Casa Vicens

Barcelona, Spain

First private residence designed by architect Antoni Gaudí between 1883 and 1885, combining Moorish and oriental motifs with ceramic decorations.

Aquarium of Barcelona
Aquarium of Barcelona

Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Spain

Mediterranean maritime center comprising 35 tanks that house 11,000 marine animals of 450 species, with an 80-meter underwater observation tunnel.

Tibidabo
Tibidabo

Collserola, Barcelona, Spain

Peak of the Serra de Collserola at 512 meters altitude hosting an amusement park and the Sacred Heart church.

CosmoCaixa
CosmoCaixa

Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Barcelona, Spain

30,000 square meter science museum with exhibitions on matter, life, geology, and demonstrations of physical phenomena.

Port Olympic
Port Olympic

Sant Martí, Barcelona, Spain

Marina created in 1991 with 740 berths and dining establishments located near the beach.

Hospital de Sant Pau
Hospital de Sant Pau

Barcelona, Spain

Modernist architectural complex built between 1902 and 1930 by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. The pavilions are connected by underground galleries occupying nine blocks.

Columbus Monument
Columbus Monument

Barcelona, Spain

60-meter-high commemorative iron column erected in 1888. An interior elevator leads to the observation point located below the statue.

La Barceloneta
La Barceloneta

Barcelona, Spain

Former fishing district from the 18th century with a 1.2-kilometer sandy beach. The streets host restaurants specializing in seafood.

Montjuïc Cable Car
Montjuïc Cable Car

Barcelona, Spain

Cable transport linking the intermediate station to the castle over 750 meters. The cabins fly over the commercial port and historical center.

Avenida Diagonal
Avenida Diagonal

Barcelona, Spain

Urban boulevard of 11 kilometers traversing the city from northeast to southwest. This avenue hosts stores, restaurants, and businesses.

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