Contemporary yet traditional, quirky yet soothing — In Barcelona, it all intermingles so subtly that it makes the place even more delightfully elusive. So what are you waiting for? Come, let’s immerse into this meticulously contemporary city draped in a culturally rich history.
The Gems of Barcelona
For a stunning opening to your trip, visit Gothic Quarter, which being one of the most ancient parts, expresses Barcelona’s history completely. Here, travellers can delve into the complex architecture reminiscent of medieval-era Barcelona.
Anyone who doesn’t fancy architecture can’t help but fall in love with all of Antoni Gaudi’s work that’s present throughout the city. Visit his famous Parc Güell to observe the inspiring man-man landscapes. You can experience more of Gaudi’s work by visiting Casa Batlló or Casa Milà which are both his extraordinary works, thoroughly reflecting his intellect and style.
Also, visiting La Sagrada Família church will surely be an irresistible experience that will be difficult to match for its gorgeous interior, glossy stone columns, and sophisticated stained-glass windows. Formerly a home, La Pedrera is now Barcelona’s cultural centre — simply worth your visit. Likewise, don’t forget to stop over at the Montjuïc Castle, which boasts gorgeous gardens and tall stone walls.
Moreover, the ideal place for both adults and children to visit is the Tibidabo amusement park — after all, who doesn’t love amusement parks? The top of Tibidabo gifts with glorious views of the city, an amusement park with thrilling rides, and the golden chance to visit a stunning church.
To lighten up your mood, experience the traditional Catalan dancing near the Barcelona Cathedral Square – this dance is a symbol of Catalan unity and dignity, in its true spirit.
Anyone who loves football and especially, is a crazy fan of Barcelona football club, must find time to explore Camp Nou, the home of Barcelona F.C. It will give you an authentic sense of what it must be like behind the scenes at the club, which adds a complete new dimension to your experience when viewing an interview or match.
The Flavorsome Food
Is there anyone who doesn’t just love food? Therefore, taking a trip to the Boqueria is a ‘must’ to feel the vivacious tints and tempting fragrances of everything starting from fresh fish and meats to refreshing juices. Furthermore, numerous restaurants and bars are positioned all around the market for you to try some startling dishes.
Barcelona is indeed jam-packed with food places for you to indulge in, such as the Shoko Restaurant for Asian food or Euskal Etxea to relish in some pintxos, vermouth, and tapas. Additionally, sushi-lovers can even test Nagano restaurant for its cheaper yet extraordinary sushi. Nevertheless, anybody touring Barcelona should absolutely try the Can Culleretes Restaurant for being the oldest restaurant in Barcelona, serving the traditional Catalan cuisine. However, a journey in Barcelona can never be fulfilled without tasting seafood that you can easily find in Casa Leopoldo, Marisc Co Seafood restaurant, or the luxurious Rias de Galicia, to name a few.
Relax on the beautiful Beaches
Smother your face with sun-cream and enjoy the attractive views from the many beaches in Barcelona, all of which are fresh and hygienic. The seawater is perfect for swimming, as well as other activities like kite-surfing or windsurfing. Besides, you can relish a thirst-quenching drink from one of the many beach huts. So, anyone who loves the sun, sea, and the golden sand should visit its beaches, among which the most prominent ones are Barceloneta, Icària, and Mar Bella beaches.
Shopping Paradise
If you love shopping, then you’re going to love Barcelona as well. It has numerous high-quality Spanish designer stores delivering an incredible assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories with modish European style. In the Barcelona Spain shopping line, you’ll discover a vast collection of shops together with many of the ‘hotshots’ like Giorgio Armani, Versace, Burberry, Cartier, Calvin Klein and Zara, to name but a few.
The Exciting Nightlife
Barcelona is celebrated for its amazing nightlife. There is an eclectic assortment of pubs, bars and clubs. From a miniature, warm, old-fashioned Spanish bar to lots of diverse incredible hip clubs, it has got it all! The usual starting point for newcomers into the nightlife is, of course, Las Ramblas. Moreover, you can even hit the Gothic Quarter to find scores of tiny feisty places concealed among the pitch-black darkness of the night, like the chic MilkBar, with its cool cocktail menu or Sugar, along with many more British and Irish pubs, such as the flirty Flaherty’s. To experience a slightly more classy section of Barcelona’s nightlife, the equally appealing, but slightly less jam-packed with – El Born is the perfect choice. Moreover, you can also give a go to the edgier Raval or Razzmatazz to enjoy your night to its fullest, with good music and refreshing drinks!
So, pack your bags and travel to Barcelona to enjoy this city in its true essence.
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