Barcelona Vacation & Tourism Guide

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Dubbed "La Gran Encisera", or the Great Enchantress, Barcelona is an amazingly beautiful Mediterranean city. One of the world's busiest seaports, this dynamic and culturally rich city is a combination of famous museums, theaters, and art galleries mixed within a modern metropolis and a vibrant nightlife. Barcelona offers exciting cultural activities, entertainment and leisure for all tastes.

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1. Hesperia Presidente Star_rating-4

Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 25 reviews from 2 sources

from $91.46
Hesperia Presidente
Based on 25 reviews from 2 sources.
Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
  • "The location is perfect on Avinguda Diagonal, it’s hip, happening, yet not too crowded of tourists." — source Expedia

    "The hotal is far from the underground station but located near the bus that leads to the central areas of the city." — source Venere

2. Hotel 1898

Hotel 1898
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from $245.50

3. Hotel Inglaterra Barc...

Hotel Inglaterra Barcelona
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from $132.56

4. Hotel Montecarlo

Hotel Montecarlo
Star_rating-4
from $205.53

5. Villa Emilia

Villa Emilia
Star_rating-4
from $136.27

6. Hilton Diagonal Mar B...

Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona
Star_rating-5
from $251.20

7. Granados 83

Granados 83
Star_rating-4
from $141.82

8. Ayre Hotel Caspe

Ayre Hotel Caspe
Star_rating-4
from $106.88

9. Gran Hotel Torre Cata...

Gran Hotel Torre Catalunya?
Star_rating-4
from $113.20

10. Le Meridien Barcelona

Le Meridien Barcelona
Star_rating-5
from $233.07
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  • 1. Parc Güell

    Parc Güell

    ... between 1910 and 1914 and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gaudí's original aim in this 20-hectare (50-acre) park was to create a harmonious combination of urban and natural landscapes by building houses, gardens and... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Parc Güell

    rosegastone rosegastone in Barcelona said

    … Visit the Sagrada Familia at nightthe Parc Guellthe Palau Nacional… continue reading »

  • 2. Las Ramblas

    Las Ramblas

    ... most respected artist, ceramist and sculptor, Joan Miró has his works displayed all around the world. However if you do not find the time to visit the Joan Miró Museum, then you could probably get to see one of hi... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Las Ramblas

    HeRess HeRess in Vivi Barcelona said

    … fantastic...the people are incredible and the city is so beautiful! The beaches..the aquarium...Maremagnum...Las Ramblas...La Pedera… continue reading »

  • 3. Plaça Catalunya

    Plaça Catalunya

    ... stood outside the city walls, between what is now Eixample and Ciutat Vella (Old City). It's an enormous square (50000 square meters), surrounded by huge buildings that house the headquarters of banks and other large compan... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Plaça Catalunya

    … the harbour) and walk towards Placa de Catalunya. First we would lik to get a taste of the architecture from Palau Gëll. But.. we can… continue reading »

  • 4. Casa Batlló

    Casa Batlló

    ... and 1900 by the modernist architect Puig i Cadafalch, this structure together with Casa Lleó Morera and Casa Batlló, is a part of the Illa de la Discòrdia (Block of Discord). These three modernist buildings,... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Casa Batlló

    KimnBlanc KimnBlanc in Barcelona said

    … we had our tapas. Its location is at the corner of the shop lot where at the other end, it is where Casa Batllo and Casacontinue reading »

  • 5. Park Guell

    Park Guell

    ... gardens are an Edenesque retreat in the center of Barcelona. Originally intended as a public housing project, the site was turned over for city use ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Park Guell

    …Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & La Rambla A very impressive tour.  We visited the enormous Sagrada Familia church… continue reading »

  • 6. Sagrada Familia (La)

    Sagrada Familia (La)

    ... Eixample quarter in Barcelona. Hotel Sagrada Família with its 84 rooms is a mere 3 minute walk to the most famous monument designed by the legendary architect Gaudí: the Sagrada Familia. Opened in Autumn 2004, it has... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Sagrada Familia (La)

    Nozomi-Mimi Nozomi-Mimi in Hola from Barcelona! said

    …How long does it take till 'La Sagrada Familia' is finally completed? No work in Barcelona again! I was… continue reading »

  • 7. Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA)

    Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA)

    A comprehensive collection of Spanish, Catalonian and European modern and contemporary art ... more

  • 8. Casa Lleó-Morera

    Casa Lleó-Morera

    ... the Illa de la Discòrdia (Block of Discord), Lluís Domènech i Muntaner's design displays a spectacular use of mosaic as well as stained-glass windows by Lluís Rigalt and sculptures by Eusebi Arnau. These deco... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Casa Lleó-Morera

    … look at the inside! Next to this building there are 2 more famous architectural buildings: Casa Amatller en Casa LLeó Moreracontinue reading »

  • 9. Barcelona

    Barcelona

    ... Doctor Letamendi, between Calle Consell de Cent and Calle Valencia, is part of the Art Gallery District in Barcelona. This gallery, which carries the same name as the city, specializes in abstract art, of which they have a... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Barcelona

    Morris Morris in Barcelona said

    Barcelonacontinue reading »

  • 10. Palau Güell

    Palau Güell

    This town house was the home of industrialist Eusebi Güell and was Antonio ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Palau Güell

    ….30-13.00. Saliamo le Ramblas fermandoci a vedere il Palau Güell all'esterno (niente di tale) e il Mercato di San Giuseppe (caratteristico… continue reading »

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  • 1. 7 Portes

    7 Portes

    Charming Barceloneta has been home to fishermen and their families since the 18th century, and for nearly 170 years the nearby 7 Portes has been serving their ... more

  • 2. Arrel del Born

    Arrel del Born

    ... square, this former fish store has been cleverly converted. There are a few tables near the front, but our preferred spot is the inner room decorated with rattan furniture and modern paintings. The music might be anything f... more

  • 3. hisop

    hisop

    Hisop, the love child of two former Neichel chefs, Oriol Ivern and Guillen Pla, is slightly beyond the Eixample district, and their ... more

  • 4. Terrabacus Barcelona

    Terrabacus Barcelona

    ... To ensure each guest a stay that is both comfortable and productive, the beautifully appointed Melia Barcelona ... more

  • 5. Trobador (El)

    Trobador (El)

    Approximately thirty-four seconds' stroll from the tourist centre of Barcelona, the Plaza Catalunya, and set right on Rambla Catalunya, this Trobador ... more

  • 6. Sifo

    Sifo

    Traditional hotel with modern amenities is situated in the center of the ... more

  • 7. Moncho's Barcelona

    Moncho's Barcelona

    ... To ensure each guest a stay that is both comfortable and productive, the beautifully appointed Melia Barcelona ... more

  • 8. Cal Pep

    Cal Pep

    Pep Manubens, the owner, greets customers from behind the bar, where he delights them with amazing fish and seafood dishes that are very well presented. Simple, yet hearty dishes are cooked there and then in front of the custom... more

  • 9. Jaume de Provença

    Jaume de Provença

    Jaume de Provença was established in 1980, but the structure in which it is housed dates from 1942. The menu offers many traditional dishes that have been brought up-to-date in a creative manner. You'll be amazed at the choice... more

  • 10. Botafumeiro Moncho

    Botafumeiro Moncho

    Widely considered to be one of the best seafood restaurants in Barcelona, you will be treated to nothing but the best of Galician and Catalan local cuisines here. Specializing in seafood dishes, this elegant place promises only... more

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    Beautiful Barcelona | Nov 14 10'

    by gulatibros a male traveling as a family from St Cloud, on vacation in Barcelona

    "The Barcelona Aquarium was the best aquarium we have ever been to see! "

    There were many sights to see in Barcelona. First, we walked through a street called La Ramblas.There were many people dressed up in costumes. If y... Continue reading »

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    "Barcelona could sneak in behind Madrid "

    even though i slept late (3:00 AM) i still managed to wake up on time (9 am).  i knew that i couldnt miss my flight and i also didnt want to m... Continue reading »

  • The Best of Iberia

    The Best of Iberia | Jul 27 10'

    by Drewrunnr a 28 year old male from Orlando, on vacation in Barcelona

    "Two of the most famous, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali, have used the amazing physical beauty of the setting, the turquoise waters and magnificent cliffsides, as inspiration for their works of art. "

    Transitions can be a great thing indeed.  After I put down my soft pretzel at Berlin's airport, sadly leaving it behind and contemplating the... Continue reading »

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    "a great birthday even though i didnt have family or all my friends with me"

    So far it has been one hell of a birthday... Ibiza was insane but now we moved onto Barcelona to begin after party celebrations. We arrived to our... Continue reading »

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    "the night ended early (5am)"

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