AROLA'S BARCELONA GUIDEGBOOK
LANDMARKS IN THE OLD CITY
It can be visited by bike or walking, enjoying its lively streets.
The Picasso museum in Barcelona is a key reference for understanding the formative years of Pablo Picasso.
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Museo ni Picasso
15-23 Carrer de MontcadaThe Picasso museum in Barcelona is a key reference for understanding the formative years of Pablo Picasso.
Built towards the end of the 19th century, this was the first place to be specifically designed as a public park. It is a widely used space for all kinds of leisure and cultural activities. It contains over a hundred species of plants, with a large number of century-old trees and interesting sculpture
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Ciutadella Park
21 Passeig de PicassoBuilt towards the end of the 19th century, this was the first place to be specifically designed as a public park. It is a widely used space for all kinds of leisure and cultural activities. It contains over a hundred species of plants, with a large number of century-old trees and interesting sculpture
In 1888 Barcelona hosted the Universal Exhibition. The Arc de Triomf was built as the gateway to the fair which was held in the Parc de la Ciutadella. The monument is classical in shape and proportions and features ground-breaking sculptural and decorative finishes replete with symbolism. It has become one of the city's iconic landmarks.
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Arko ng Tagumpay ng Barcelona
Passeig de Lluís CompanysIn 1888 Barcelona hosted the Universal Exhibition. The Arc de Triomf was built as the gateway to the fair which was held in the Parc de la Ciutadella. The monument is classical in shape and proportions and features ground-breaking sculptural and decorative finishes replete with symbolism. It has become one of the city's iconic landmarks.
It's an architectural jewel of Catalan Art Nouveau, the only concert venue in this style to be listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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Palau de la Música Catalana
4-6 C/ Palau de la MúsicaIt's an architectural jewel of Catalan Art Nouveau, the only concert venue in this style to be listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The basilica of Santa Maria del Mar in Barcelona, also known as the "cathedral of La Ribera". It was built in just 55 years, from 1329 to 1384, and is the only surviving church in the pure Catalan Gothic style.
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Basilica ng Santa Maria del Mar
1 Plaça de Santa MariaThe basilica of Santa Maria del Mar in Barcelona, also known as the "cathedral of La Ribera". It was built in just 55 years, from 1329 to 1384, and is the only surviving church in the pure Catalan Gothic style.
Katedral ng Barcelona
s/n Pla de la SeuBorn Cultural Centre
12 Plaça ComercialMuseo ng Kasaysayan ng Lungsod ng Barcelona
s/n Plaça del ReiThe chocolate museum is one of the smaller museums in Barcelona. But none of the other museums will tickle your senses as much as this one. The smell of chocolate is all over the place, teasing your appetite, so the piece of chocolate that you receive at the entrance may not last for long. If you bring your kids with you on your trip to Barcelona, this museum will probably become their favourite.
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Museo ng Tsokolate
36 Carrer del ComerçThe chocolate museum is one of the smaller museums in Barcelona. But none of the other museums will tickle your senses as much as this one. The smell of chocolate is all over the place, teasing your appetite, so the piece of chocolate that you receive at the entrance may not last for long. If you bring your kids with you on your trip to Barcelona, this museum will probably become their favourite.
The Museu Etnològic i de Cultures del Món invites visitors to reflect on societies, based on a tangible cultural heritage collection of over 70,000 pieces from all over the world.
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Museo ng Etnolohiya at Kultura ng Mundo
12 Carrer de MontcadaThe Museu Etnològic i de Cultures del Món invites visitors to reflect on societies, based on a tangible cultural heritage collection of over 70,000 pieces from all over the world.
Opera House
The Gran Teatre del Liceu is a prestigious theatre in Barcelona that was founded in 1847. The theatre was rebuilt in 1999 after a fire damaged the building in 1994. Gran Teatre de Liceu was built as a music centre for the high class society to see the opera. The theatre is also a facility for culture and the arts making it one of the important opera houses in Europe.
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Gran Teatre del Liceu
51-59 La RamblaOpera House
The Gran Teatre del Liceu is a prestigious theatre in Barcelona that was founded in 1847. The theatre was rebuilt in 1999 after a fire damaged the building in 1994. Gran Teatre de Liceu was built as a music centre for the high class society to see the opera. The theatre is also a facility for culture and the arts making it one of the important opera houses in Europe.
RESTAURANTS & WINE BARS IN OUR NEIGHBOURHOOD
All the wine bars and restaurants we recommend in the area.
Bar del Pla
2 Carrer de MontcadaTapas Bar
Euskal Etxea (Restaurant)
1 Placeta de MontcadaBasque Tapas. fast, nice and cheap.
Cafe Bar
https://www.timeout.com/barcelona/bars-and-pubs/bar-de-la-central
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barcentral
91 Carrer d'ElisabetsCafe Bar
https://www.timeout.com/barcelona/bars-and-pubs/bar-de-la-central
Ca l'Estevet
46 Carrer de ValldonzellaTraditional catalan Restaurant
El Chigre 1769
7 Carrer dels SombrerersCider Bar. Asturian products with Catalan cuisine.
La Plata
28 Carrer de la MercèEmblematic bar with just six tables.
Bodega La Puntual
22 Carrer de MontcadaTapas Bar
El Xampanyet
22 Carrer de MontcadaTraditional tapas Bar.
Can Cisa/Bar Brutal
14 Carrer de la PrincesaOrganic or bio-dynamic wine Bar.
Fismuler
17 Carrer del Rec ComtalGrasshopper Ramen Bar
9 Plaça de la LlanaHands-down our favorite ramen spot in Barcelona.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cocktail Bar Juanra Falces
24 Carrer del RecCocktail Bar
With the Born Market at one end and the church of Santa Maria del Mar at the other end, the Passeig del Born still retains its medieval flavour on the terraces of its fashionable bars. A charming avenue that has adapted to new times without turning its back on its past.
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Passeig del Born
Passeig del BornWith the Born Market at one end and the church of Santa Maria del Mar at the other end, the Passeig del Born still retains its medieval flavour on the terraces of its fashionable bars. A charming avenue that has adapted to new times without turning its back on its past.
Getting Around
Barcelona - Laietana Princesa
20 Via LaietanaParking in Princesa street
Jaume I station
The nearest metro station - L4 line (Yellow line)
MICHELIN RESTAURANTS
Àbac
1 Av. del Tibidabo*** Michelin 2022
Lasarte
259 C. de Mallorca*** Michelin 2022
Cocina Hermanos Torres
20 Carrer del Taquígraf Serra** Michelin 2022
Disfrutar
163 C. de Villarroel** Michelin 2022
Moments
38 Pg. de Gràcia** Michelin 2022
Cinc Sentits
60 C/ d'Entença** Michelin 2022
Dos Palillos
9 Carrer d'Elisabets* Michelin 2022
Atempo
200 Carrer de Còrsega* Michelin 2022
Koy Shunka
7 Carrer d'en Copons* Michelin 2022
Lluerna
104 Av. Pallaresa* Michelin 2022
Xerta
289 Carrer de Corsega* Michelin 2022
Via Veneto
10 Carrer de Ganduxer* Michelin 2022
Caelis
49 Via Laietana* Michelin 2022
Restaurant Hofmann
14-16 Carrer de la Granada del Penedès* Michelin 2022
Alkimia
41 Ronda de Sant Antoni* Michelin 2022
Hisop
9 Passatge de Marimon* Michelin 2022
AÜRT Restaurant
262 Passeig del Taulat* Michelin 2022
Atempo
200 Carrer de Còrsega* Michelin 2022
Oria
75 Pg. de Gràcia* Michelin 2022
FOR FOOD AND WINE LOVERS
We want to share with you our favorite food shops to get your gourmet shopping done.
The Santa Caterina Market was opened in 1848 and is the second oldest market in Barcelona after the Boqueria. It was renovated as part of a plan to revitalize the district of La Ribera.
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Mercado ng Santa Caterina
16 Av. de Francesc CambóThe Santa Caterina Market was opened in 1848 and is the second oldest market in Barcelona after the Boqueria. It was renovated as part of a plan to revitalize the district of La Ribera.
Vila Viniteca is the boutique of the wine connoisseurs.
More than 4,500 bottles of Spanish wine
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Vila Vini Teca
7 Carrer dels AgullersVila Viniteca is the boutique of the wine connoisseurs.
More than 4,500 bottles of Spanish wine
The Vila Viniteca gastronomy shop «La Teca» is recognized as one of the best-stocked gourmet stores in Barcelona.
Vila Viniteca - Gastronomía
9 Carrer dels AgullersThe Vila Viniteca gastronomy shop «La Teca» is recognized as one of the best-stocked gourmet stores in Barcelona.
Hofmann is definitely one of the most prestigious signature bakeries in Barcelona, with a varied and tempting selection of cakes, chocolates, cakes and sweets.
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Pastelería Hofmann
44 Carrer dels FlassadersHofmann is definitely one of the most prestigious signature bakeries in Barcelona, with a varied and tempting selection of cakes, chocolates, cakes and sweets.
Oroliquido
8 Carrer de la PallaOrolíquido is a benchmark in the sale of EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) in Spain.
A great specialty store totally dedicated to ham and pork products.
Reserva Ibérica - Jamón en Barcelona
61 Rambla de CatalunyaA great specialty store totally dedicated to ham and pork products.
Casa Gispert is one of the oldest food stores in Barcelona. They has been selling products from overseas since 1851: nuts, dried fruits, coffee, tea, cocoa, species like vanilla, cinnamon, saffron. Casa Gispert also sells a large assortment of organic products, extra virgin olive oils, vinegars, chocolates, nougats, honeys, jams, sweet wines, gift baskets.
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Casa Gispert
23 Carrer dels SombrerersCasa Gispert is one of the oldest food stores in Barcelona. They has been selling products from overseas since 1851: nuts, dried fruits, coffee, tea, cocoa, species like vanilla, cinnamon, saffron. Casa Gispert also sells a large assortment of organic products, extra virgin olive oils, vinegars, chocolates, nougats, honeys, jams, sweet wines, gift baskets.
If you love beautiful desserts, this place is definitely worth a visit. They offer a beautiful array of desserts, plus all sorts of delicious chocolates and treats that you can pack in your suitcase to bring home
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Bubó Born
10 Carrer de les CaputxesIf you love beautiful desserts, this place is definitely worth a visit. They offer a beautiful array of desserts, plus all sorts of delicious chocolates and treats that you can pack in your suitcase to bring home
Gocce di Latte is an artisanal ice cream shop.
With an emphasis on freshness and high quality ingredients, the shop produces unique flavors such as Chocolate with Sea Salt, Pear with Cinnamon and Ginger and Dates with Cardamom and Orange. Gocce di Latte has a second location around the corner (Carrer de l’Espaseria, 14) that serves vegan friendly ice cream, using rice milk and also offering gluten free cones.
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Gocce di latte
4 Pla de PalauGocce di Latte is an artisanal ice cream shop.
With an emphasis on freshness and high quality ingredients, the shop produces unique flavors such as Chocolate with Sea Salt, Pear with Cinnamon and Ginger and Dates with Cardamom and Orange. Gocce di Latte has a second location around the corner (Carrer de l’Espaseria, 14) that serves vegan friendly ice cream, using rice milk and also offering gluten free cones.
If cheesecake wasn’t already your favourite dessert, it will be after you try the cheesecakes Jon Cake has to offer!
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Jon Cake
29 Carrer dels AssaonadorsIf cheesecake wasn’t already your favourite dessert, it will be after you try the cheesecakes Jon Cake has to offer!
SELF-SERVICE LAUNDROMAT
Mary Wash Gombau Bugaderia
10 Carrer de GombauLavaXpres
249 Travessera de Gràcia