Downtown Barcelona
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Popular places to visit
La Rambla
These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers.
Barcelona Cathedral
Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.
Boqueria Market
Allow your senses to run wild as you explore the energetic and colorful food stands and tapas bars of Barcelona’s principal food market.
Picasso Museum
See childhood drawings by Spain’s most important artist at this museum in Barcelona’s old town.
Palau de la Música Catalana
This concert hall is an awe-inspiring example of modernist architecture. Tour the building or get in early for tickets to a performance.
Arc de Triomf
Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.
Things to do
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Fast Track: Sagrada Família Guided Tour with Tower Access
Tablao Flamenco Cordobes on Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option
Skip-the-Line Sagrada Família & Park Güell Guided Tour
Downtown Barcelona Hotel Deals
Lamaro Hotel
Lovely lobby. Clean room. Very accommodating and welcoming reception. Great location!
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Arc la Rambla
Staff was friendly and spoke English. Breakfast was amazing and had great food. Room was very spacious. The location is fantastic.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
H10 Madison
Location and quality
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Rialto
Location
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Hotel HCC MontBlanc
Clean and excellent location
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Ramblas Barcelona
Fantastic hotel right in the centre and accessible for everything. Clean, comfortable, breakfast plentiful. fantastic balcony. Absolutely no complaints and would be happy to visit again.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Barcelona
Gothic Quarter
Discover the historic heart of Barcelona in this labyrinthine quarter, featuring medieval landmarks, the remains of Roman walls, and the Barcelona Cathedral. Easily accessible via L4 Jaume I and L3 Liceu and Drassanes stations.
Ciutat Vella
Nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and l'Eixample, Ciutat Vella boasts historic sites like the Cathedral of Barcelona and Museu Picasso. Stroll along Les Rambles or dine at Els Quatre Gats in el Born.
El Raval
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.
Sant Pere
Travelers to Sant Pere praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Palau de la Música Catalana and Arc de Triomf.
El Born
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Paseo del Borne or Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.
Sant Antoni
Travelers choose Sant Antoni for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
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