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Category: Religious Sites - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Mallorca, 402, Barcelona 08025
This magnificent building was begun in 1882, and it still has not been fully completed. Gaudi planned and initiated the original construction with a highly symbolic structure in mind. Today, eight of Gaudi's 12 spires representing the apostles stand above the church. The central spire is topped with a lamb,...
Category: Museums - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Avenida Miramar, 71, Parc de Montjuīc, Barcelona 08038
Established by Joan Miro as a forum for contemporary art. Much of Miro's work is displayed here in a wide variety of mediums, while periodic exhibits feature other artists. There's also a sculpture garden, library, gift shop, restaurant, and an auditorium for classical music performances.
Category: Museums - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Montcada, 15-19, Barcelona 08003
Two adjoining medieval palaces comprise this remarkable museum that houses 2,500 of the artist's early works, engravings, pottery, sculpture, and lithographs. Picasso, who spent much of his youth in Barcelona, donated this collection to the museum as a token of his affection for the city.
Category: Zoos, Aquariums & Reserves - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: D'Olot , s/n, Barcelona 08024
Another amazing Gaudi creation that gives the visitor a good view of the city. The site is a mixture of architecture and nature exemplifying the architect's greatness and the beauty of the city it overlooks. METRO: Lesseps
Category: Historic Sites - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Plaįa de Sant Jaume, Barcelona 08002
The Salo de Cent ("Hall of the Hundred") dates from the 15th century and was the site of one of Europe's first republican parliaments. A regular host to numerous civic functions and ceremonies and noted for its magnificent Gothic and neo-classic trappings.
Category: Sightseeing - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Carretera de Montjuīc ,66, Barcelona 08038
Sweeping views are afforded by this military museum that sits atop the hill Montjuic. Take a car or bus to avoid the long walk and a chairlift to the top of the castle. After a tour of the museum, take a breather and look at the city spread out beneath you.
Category: Great Views - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Carretera de Vallvidrera al Tibadabo, Barcelona 08035
Your eyes will be glued to the scenery as you travel 944 feet in the air in a glass elevator that stands on top of a 1,460-foot hill. From this height, you can see an astounding view of the city from the observatory on the top floor of the building. The view will take your breath away.
Category: Museums - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Avenida Drassanes, 1, Barcelona 08001
Majestic building dates back to the Catalan Gothic era when it was employed as a hub for the Catalan navy. Unique artifacts such as nautical equipment, documents, ships and art provide an insightful glimpse into naval development and commerce. Among the items featured is a map once owned by Amerigo Vespucci. Many...
Category: Historic Sites - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Passeig de Grācia, 92, (La Pedrera), Barcelona 08008
Dubbed "The Stone Quarry" for its remarkably sculpted stone faįade. Built in the early 1900's and designed by Gaudi, the building's edifice is considered the world's largest abstract sculpture. Declared a heritage sight by UNESCO in 1984.
Category: Religious Sites - Barcelona Attractions & Activities
Address: Plaįa de la Seu, s/n, Barcelona, ES 08002
The cloisters of the cathedral are quite possibly one of the most beautiful spots in Spain. They were originally built in the 15th century and now house peaceful gardens. Take a stroll through the magnolias and the palms and look out across the family of geese that live here. There is also a museum where you can learn...
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