Gothic Quarter, Medieval district in Barcelona, Spain
The Gothic Quarter contains narrow stone streets that form a maze of pathways between centuries-old buildings and numerous hidden squares throughout the neighborhood.
Originally established as a Roman settlement in the 1st century BC, the district retains fragments of ancient walls and structures from multiple historical periods.
The Barcelona Cathedral stands as the central religious monument, featuring intricate stone carvings, a secluded cloister, and thirteen white geese in its courtyard.
The neighborhood connects directly to multiple metro stations, including Jaume I on L4 line and Liceu on L3 line, making it accessible from any part of Barcelona.
The Bridge of Sighs on Carrer del Bisbe, constructed in 1928, links two buildings across the street with detailed Gothic-style stone carvings and patterns.
Location: Ciutat Vella
Address: Carrer del Paradís, 6, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain 08001 Barcelona
GPS coordinates: 41.38339,2.17691
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:24
The historic districts display local architecture from medieval to baroque periods. The streets connect markets, cafes and old houses. The quarters preserve elements from their time of origin, from Romanesque churches to neoclassical facades.
This selection presents Neogothic architecture in churches, universities, parliaments, and railway stations. The buildings feature pointed arches, flying buttresses, rib vaults, and stone spires. These structures emerged in the 19th century as a revival of medieval architecture.
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.
Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia
70 m
La Rambla
392 m
Basilica of Our Lady of the Sea
421 m
Aquarium Barcelona
963 m
Palau de la Música Catalana
495 m
La Boqueria
432 m
Columbus Monument
848 m
Museu Picasso
389 m
Palau Güell
551 m
Gran Teatre del Liceu
443 m
Plaça de Catalunya
700 m
Royal Square
410 m
Els Quatre Gats
379 m
Palau de la Generalitat
72 m
Bagdad
1 km
Fossar de les Moreres
444 m
National Library of Catalonia
636 m
El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria
636 m
Basilica of Our Lady of the Pine Tree
284 m
Font de Canaletes
596 m
Barcino
147 m
Barcelona Royal Shipyard
906 m
Temple of Augustus in Barcelona
22 m
Mercat del Born
640 m
Palau Reial Major
105 m
Synagogue Shlomo ben Adret
130 m
Llotja de Barcelona
485 m
El món neix en cada besada
265 mReviews
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