Barcelona, exceptional historical monuments

When you discover Barcelona for the very first time, it is impossible to miss its architecture, which combines Gothic and Moorish styles. The Sagrada Familia, the city's emblematic monument, is the first example of this with its architecture combining Gothic and Art Nouveau styles. The latest project of the famous architect Gaudi, La Casa Mila, is a landmark with its roof that seems to come straight out of another world with its human-shaped fireplaces and plunging staircases. Finally, it is impossible to leave Barcelona without taking a detour to Casa Batlló, which fascinates with its undulating facade and kaleidoscopic mosaics.

To offer you a relaxing break in a city in constant motion, go to Parc Güell, one of Gaudi's biggest successes with the Collserola hills in the background.

Strolling through the city of Barcelona

The best way to discover the city is still to stroll through the streets looking for hidden treasures. Explore the Barrio Gotic district, unique for its high concentration of Gothic architecture and walk its many streets in the "medieval plazas". In the morning, you can go hunting for antiques and watch traditional Catalan dances in the various squares of the district. La Rambla is undoubtedly one of the most lively districts of the city with many street artists where you can immerse yourself in popular culture.

To immerse yourself in the local culture, take a detour to the Boqueria Market, one of the most famous markets in the world, which welcomes more than 45,000 visitors a day! On the stalls, you will discover exceptional local products such as cheeses, delicatessen, seafood and many others.

As you stroll through the streets of Barcelona, you will arrive in front of the Mirador de Colom, a column that pays tribute to the famous navigator Christopher Columbus.

Activities in and around Barcelona

One of the city's assets is undoubtedly Barceloneta, the famous seaside district with its beach, its entertainment and its friendly atmosphere. In Barceloneta, you can sit at a table in seafood restaurants to enjoy freshly caught fish and local dishes.

For football fans, if you have the opportunity, you can go and cheer on Barça, the famous local football team at Camp Nou stadium, which can accommodate nearly 100,000 spectators.

Barcelona is a cultural centre and offers many museums and cathedrals such as the Picasso Museum and the Cathedral of the Holy Cross.

Some precautions to take before leaving for Barcelona

As you can imagine, Barcelona is a tourist city that welcomes many visitors. As in most touristic cities, stay alert to pick-pockets and especially in areas like La Rambla. To visit the monuments, remember to buy your tickets in advance as all tickets are usually sold out on the same day.