Guidebook for Barcelona
Essentials
A typical farmers market, representing both the long traditions of the market and the new ideas It is a paradise for the senses. Wake to the smells and colors of the Boqueria.
1313 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mercado de la Boqueria
91 La RamblaA typical farmers market, representing both the long traditions of the market and the new ideas It is a paradise for the senses. Wake to the smells and colors of the Boqueria.
Shop products 100% Vegetarian, Bio Vegan products, vegan organic products, vegan products for Celiac, lactose intolerant, intolerant to eggs, intolerant to animal exploitation.
God Save the Green - Tienda vegana y a granel/ Vegan store. (Antigua Veganoteca, antiguo Vegadiso)
60 Carrer de ValldonzellaShop products 100% Vegetarian, Bio Vegan products, vegan organic products, vegan products for Celiac, lactose intolerant, intolerant to eggs, intolerant to animal exploitation.
Food Scene
I´t s a tipical Catalonian restaurant. You can eat the Catalonian plates homemade style.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurant L'havana. Cuina Catalana i de mercat
1 Carrer del LleóI´t s a tipical Catalonian restaurant. You can eat the Catalonian plates homemade style.
Excellent home cooking at good prices. Ferran and his dynamic team provide excellent service. Marvellous rice dishes and fantastic steaks.
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Can Lluís
49 C. de la CeraExcellent home cooking at good prices. Ferran and his dynamic team provide excellent service. Marvellous rice dishes and fantastic steaks.
The restaurant of the cool, sophisticated Hotel Barceló Raval has an extensive menu of creative dishes with an international influence, like prawns with coconut and mango curry, and rice with coriande
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hotel Barceló Raval
17 Rambla del RavalThe restaurant of the cool, sophisticated Hotel Barceló Raval has an extensive menu of creative dishes with an international influence, like prawns with coconut and mango curry, and rice with coriande
This place demonstrates the close links between Asian and Spanish tapas.
76 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dos Palillos
9 Carrer d'ElisabetsThis place demonstrates the close links between Asian and Spanish tapas.
Here you can enjoy all the Aragonese specialities – migas, roast lamb and goat kid, washed down with good wine from Calatayud
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Rincòn
28 Carrer del CarmeHere you can enjoy all the Aragonese specialities – migas, roast lamb and goat kid, washed down with good wine from Calatayud
La Verònica is the most popular pizzeria in Rambla del Raval.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Verònica
2 Rambla del RavalLa Verònica is the most popular pizzeria in Rambla del Raval.
Drinks & Nightlife
The best sandwiches and salads in Barcelona.
Cheap, alternative and great atmosphere.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar Fidel
24 Carrer de FerlandinaThe best sandwiches and salads in Barcelona.
Cheap, alternative and great atmosphere.
Brewery open from 6 am to 3 am; a complete wine bar, Bar à Vins; the M-Store, a “Concept Store” with a Triticum bakery, a newsstand, unpasteurized fresh beer and design objects; multipurpose rooms ...
224 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fàbrica Moritz Barcelona
41 Ronda de Sant AntoniBrewery open from 6 am to 3 am; a complete wine bar, Bar à Vins; the M-Store, a “Concept Store” with a Triticum bakery, a newsstand, unpasteurized fresh beer and design objects; multipurpose rooms ...
This tiny, cosy bar is located in a former fish shop (where they specialised in local fave, salted cod).
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar Pesca Salada
32 C. de la CeraThis tiny, cosy bar is located in a former fish shop (where they specialised in local fave, salted cod).
When you're wandering the Modernist route and your feet are aching and you're feeling parched, what better place to stop and recharge than the Barcelona institution that is London Bar.
33 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
London Bar
34 Carrer Nou de la RamblaWhen you're wandering the Modernist route and your feet are aching and you're feeling parched, what better place to stop and recharge than the Barcelona institution that is London Bar.
The lamps are wrapped up in cassette tape, Radio Raheem is blasting out from behind the bar, there’s a robot drawn on the main wall, the latest in electronic music…
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cassette Bar
11 Carrer de l'EstThe lamps are wrapped up in cassette tape, Radio Raheem is blasting out from behind the bar, there’s a robot drawn on the main wall, the latest in electronic music…
Another kitsch bar reminiscent of those in post-Transition Spanish films. The aesthetic code is from another dimension, a jumble of paintings, disturbing objects hanging from the ceiling, graffiti...
Benidorm
Another kitsch bar reminiscent of those in post-Transition Spanish films. The aesthetic code is from another dimension, a jumble of paintings, disturbing objects hanging from the ceiling, graffiti...
Despite the fact that there are more than 76 brands of gin to hand, I opt for the house brand – Master's, a London dry made in nearby Vilanova.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ultramarinos Bar
126 Carrer de Sant PauDespite the fact that there are more than 76 brands of gin to hand, I opt for the house brand – Master's, a London dry made in nearby Vilanova.
This old bodega was in a terrible state before it was renovated, but that was done with care to preserve its original spirit (the place was full of soda siphons, which still adorn the walls).
36 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
SIFO Restaurant Parrilla Argentina
4 Carrer d'EspalterThis old bodega was in a terrible state before it was renovated, but that was done with care to preserve its original spirit (the place was full of soda siphons, which still adorn the walls).
Betty Ford’s is well known among those who frequent El Raval. It is a small cocktail bar that presents an informal, cosmopolitan atmosphere and offers -as well as delicio...
80 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar Bodega Fortuny
56 Carrer de Joaquín CostaBetty Ford’s is well known among those who frequent El Raval. It is a small cocktail bar that presents an informal, cosmopolitan atmosphere and offers -as well as delicio...
Arts & Culture
If you're used to being soft-soaped by eager-to-please art centres, you'll have to adjust to the cryptic minimalism of the MACBA, where art is taken very seriously indeed.
1224 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Barcelona
1 Plaça dels ÀngelsIf you're used to being soft-soaped by eager-to-please art centres, you'll have to adjust to the cryptic minimalism of the MACBA, where art is taken very seriously indeed.
Spain's largest cultural centre was opened in 1994 at the Casa de la Caritat, a former almshouse, built in 1802 on the site of a medieval monastery.
289 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona
5 Carrer de MontalegreSpain's largest cultural centre was opened in 1994 at the Casa de la Caritat, a former almshouse, built in 1802 on the site of a medieval monastery.
Since it opened in 1847, two fires, a bombing and financial crisis have failed to quash the spirit and splendour of the Liceu, one of the most prestigious venues in the world.
341 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gran Teatre del Liceu
51-59 La RamblaSince it opened in 1847, two fires, a bombing and financial crisis have failed to quash the spirit and splendour of the Liceu, one of the most prestigious venues in the world.
Even if you can't tell a caravel from a catamaran, the excellent Maritime Museum is worth a visit, as the soaring arches and vaults of the vast former drassanes (shipyards)...
167 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Marítimo
1 Av. de les DrassanesEven if you can't tell a caravel from a catamaran, the excellent Maritime Museum is worth a visit, as the soaring arches and vaults of the vast former drassanes (shipyards)...
La Virreina Image Centre's programme features photography, audiovisual works, election broadcasts, book publishing, literary festivals, talks, digital documentation and expanded literature in the age
38 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Palacio de la Virreina
99 La RamblaLa Virreina Image Centre's programme features photography, audiovisual works, election broadcasts, book publishing, literary festivals, talks, digital documentation and expanded literature in the age
El Cangrejo (the crab) is known for '80s nights and drag shows, and if you remember the '80s and have ever seen a drag show, you'll know it can be quite hard to tell the difference.
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Cangrejo
9 Carrer de MontserratEl Cangrejo (the crab) is known for '80s nights and drag shows, and if you remember the '80s and have ever seen a drag show, you'll know it can be quite hard to tell the difference.
Your best bet when you choose a night out in La Bata de Boatiné is to let yourself be seduced by the ambience, meaning be open to making some new friends whether you want to or not.
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
23 Robadors
23 Carrer d'En RobadorYour best bet when you choose a night out in La Bata de Boatiné is to let yourself be seduced by the ambience, meaning be open to making some new friends whether you want to or not.
Although it's one of the city's smaller clubs, the electronics heavyweights who have gone through their DJ booth have given a status to this place that other larger rooms would love to have.
157 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Moog
3 Carrer de l'Arc del TeatreAlthough it's one of the city's smaller clubs, the electronics heavyweights who have gone through their DJ booth have given a status to this place that other larger rooms would love to have.
This club is a classic among the more debauched nighttime parties. Its name suits it to a T, as each new year brings the fresh and shiny faces of that special breed: freshmen students.
Les Enfants Discoteca
3 Carrer de GuàrdiaThis club is a classic among the more debauched nighttime parties. Its name suits it to a T, as each new year brings the fresh and shiny faces of that special breed: freshmen students.
It has recently been re-named Cines Aribau Club and screens independent films. It also hosts numerous film festivals throughout the year, including the Barcelona Annual Film Festival and the Barcelona
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Aribau Multicines
8 Carrer d'AribauIt has recently been re-named Cines Aribau Club and screens independent films. It also hosts numerous film festivals throughout the year, including the Barcelona Annual Film Festival and the Barcelona
Filmoteca de Catalunya - VO cinemas, Barcelona. Cinema which shows classic films from all over the world. Some screened in their original version.
124 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Filmoteca de Catalunya
1 Plaça de Salvador SeguíFilmoteca de Catalunya - VO cinemas, Barcelona. Cinema which shows classic films from all over the world. Some screened in their original version.
Cinemes Méliès named after the father of French cinema, Georges Méliès, is a suberb little VO cinema which shows 4 movies at a time on their two screens.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Méliès Cinemes
102 C. de VillarroelCinemes Méliès named after the father of French cinema, Georges Méliès, is a suberb little VO cinema which shows 4 movies at a time on their two screens.
The owners of the bar/night spot Bim Bam Bum are also those running this lovely café designed to be a daytime meeting place in the Gaixample. They serve food (salads, shakes) and a wide range of drink
Carrer de Casanova, 71
The owners of the bar/night spot Bim Bam Bum are also those running this lovely café designed to be a daytime meeting place in the Gaixample. They serve food (salads, shakes) and a wide range of drink
L'Aquàrium of Barcelona in Port Vell is one of Europe’s biggest marine leisure and education centres and the most important concerning Mediterranean species
375 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Acuario de Barcelona
s/n Moll d'EspanyaL'Aquàrium of Barcelona in Port Vell is one of Europe’s biggest marine leisure and education centres and the most important concerning Mediterranean species
The leisure potential of Barcelona’s Port Vell culminates at the IMAX, the large-screen cinema on the Moll d’Espanya quay.
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Port Vell
s/n Rambla de MarThe leisure potential of Barcelona’s Port Vell culminates at the IMAX, the large-screen cinema on the Moll d’Espanya quay.
Sightseeing
The magic fountain of Montjuïc's first performance was on May 19, 1929 during the Great Universal Exhibition. The magic fountain is a spectacular display of colour, light, motion, music and water.
374 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
ClassBedroom Fira Business Apartments
1 Bis Av. de Rius i TauletThe magic fountain of Montjuïc's first performance was on May 19, 1929 during the Great Universal Exhibition. The magic fountain is a spectacular display of colour, light, motion, music and water.
The Barceloneta is a triangular spit of land that cuts into the sea boats in the old harbour, or Barcelona’s Port Vell, on one side, and sandy beaches on the other.
742 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Barceloneta
The Barceloneta is a triangular spit of land that cuts into the sea boats in the old harbour, or Barcelona’s Port Vell, on one side, and sandy beaches on the other.
Shopping
From the ceiling hang a host of blue lights while on the shelves are cosmetic products such as perfumes, soaps, creams, colognes and candles.
Carrer de Joaquín Costa, 33
From the ceiling hang a host of blue lights while on the shelves are cosmetic products such as perfumes, soaps, creams, colognes and candles.
This is a retro concept store where you'll find records from international labels, T-shirts, photos, and assorted tack along the lines of the video games of our youth.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
CHANDAL
16 Carrer d'en TantarantanaThis is a retro concept store where you'll find records from international labels, T-shirts, photos, and assorted tack along the lines of the video games of our youth.
For 40 years they’ve been fiercely dedicated to the thing they love most: vintage. And one of their headquarters can be find right in the Raval.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Holala! Tallers
73 Carrer dels TallersFor 40 years they’ve been fiercely dedicated to the thing they love most: vintage. And one of their headquarters can be find right in the Raval.
Handicrafts from Bangkok with a contemporary look are the essence of La Varieté, a little shop in the Raval where you can find fashionable clothes, accessories and home furnishings.
Carrer del Pintor Fortuny, 30
Handicrafts from Bangkok with a contemporary look are the essence of La Varieté, a little shop in the Raval where you can find fashionable clothes, accessories and home furnishings.
Made in There are bags for seasons, and there are bags for life. Those at Pinza't are for life. They're made with recycled materials from lorries,
Pinzat Bags
7 Carrer de GrunyíMade in There are bags for seasons, and there are bags for life. Those at Pinza't are for life. They're made with recycled materials from lorries,
Everything Else
A formerly rough area transformed into a gentrified gem.
167 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Raval
A formerly rough area transformed into a gentrified gem.
Hairdressers that get the cut right, a place with lots of charm – with a loft and theatre chairs even – and in one of the most dynamic areas of the city, the Raval.
Carrer de la Cera, 12
Hairdressers that get the cut right, a place with lots of charm – with a loft and theatre chairs even – and in one of the most dynamic areas of the city, the Raval.