Tourist Attractions in Barcelona
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Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
The Casa Mila is a unique building designed by the famous Antonio Gaudi that ranks as a World Heritage Site. Resembling an artistic sculpture, the building is a popular tourist attraction in Barcelona.
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Cathedral
A Gothic inspired Cathedral, the Santa Eulalia Cathedral in Barcelona features an unusual layout. Highlights of the Cathedral include its interior, its Crypt, Tower, Treasury and Museum.
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Ceramic Museum
Barcelona's Ceramic Museum displays interesting exhibits and provides an informative insight into Spain's cultural history. The Museum also features a ceramic workshop as well as a library.
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Columbus Monument
The Christopher Columbus Monument in Barcelona is a tower that stands 197 feet tall and is topped by a statue of Columbus. The tower tells the story of Columbus's life in pictures.
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Eixample
The Eixample district, just outside of the old city center, expanded during the rise of modernism. The result can be seen in the architecture, with buildings by such well known architects as Antoni Gaudí.
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Fundació Joan Miró
Made of white concrete, the Fundacio Joan Miro is situated within park-like surroundings. The foundation exhibits short term exhibitions and features a library, cafeteria and bookshop.
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Golden Quarter
The Golden Quarter of Barcelona is home to an agglomeration of buildings depicting Modernist architecture. The area features well-preserved homes from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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Gran Teatre del Liceu
Built in 1844, the Gran Teatre del Liceu is amongst the largest traditional theaters in Europe. The Opera House hosts performances by various great singers.
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Harbor Cable Car
The Harbor Cable Car in Barcelona offers rides over the harbor basin in Barcelona. Visitors can enjoy great views of the port area during the ride.
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La Rambla (Las Ramblas)
One of the most popular hangouts in Barcelona, the Ramblas is a lively thoroughfare in the heart of the city. The Ramblas features a flower and bird market as well as various street-side performances.
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Maritime Museum
Barcelona's Maritime Museum showcases aspects of seafaring. The Museum is located in close proximity to the Columbus Monument, along the docks.
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Montjuïc
Stretching across an area of 700 feet is the popularly visited Montjuic area. The area features large parks and museums, and is especially well-liked for its scenic surroundings and rich vegetation.
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Museu d'Història de la Ciutat
The Museu D'Historia de la Ciutat is housed within a medieval style palace in Barcelona, namely the Casa Clariana Padellas.
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National Palace
Barcelona's National Palace was built in 1934 in an ornate fashion. The Palace has since been modified and now houses the fascinating 'Magic Fountain' and the Museum of Catalan Art
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Palace of Music
A World Heritage Site, the Palace of Music was inaugurated in 1908 and is built in a most unconventional design. The Palace interior is only open to the public during concerts which are usually held in the impressive concert Hall.
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Parc Güell
Parc Guell, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was designed by Antoni Gaudi. The Park is landscaped beautifully and features colonnades, viaducts and grottoes. Scenic views of the city can be seen from the park.
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Passeig de Gràcia
A beautiful boulevard, the Passeig de Gracia links the old town with the Gracia district. Here, visitors can find several banks and shops as well as residences exuding a modernist architectural style.
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Picasso Museum
The Picasso Museum is contained within the Palau Berenguer de Aguilar, a striking Gothic Palace. Here, visitors can find paintings, drawings and prints from Picasso's time.
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Sacred Family
Despite being Antoni Gaudí's most famous creation and Barcelona's most iconic building, Sagrada Família remains unfinished. This structure showcases Gaudi's creativity like none other.
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Sagrat Cor View
Surrounding the foot of the statue of Christ is the Sagrat Cor View. From here, visitors can enjoy splendid views over the city and the coast.
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Spanish Village
Created for the 1929 World Exhibition, the famous Spanish Village showcases the plethora of different building styles found across Spain. The village features stalls, shops and an entertainment center.
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Tibidabo
A popular tourist attraction in Barcelona, the 532 meter high Tibidabo monument marks the site where Christ was tempted by the devil.
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Casa Batlló
Casa Batlló is one of the fantastic designs of Antonio Gaudi. Unusually shaped windows, a wave like roof line and balconies, and decorated chimneys, are some of the unique features of this building.
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Casa Vicens
Casa Vicens is one of Guadi's early creations, showing creative and unsparing use of tiles.
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Castell de Montjuïc
Castell de Montjuïc is a large fortress standing atop Montjuïc. Its location affords great views over the city.
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Holographic Museum
Museu d'Holografia is the first holographic museum in Spain. Visitors can see and learn about the process.
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Jardins de Mossèn Costa i Llobera
The Jardins de Mossèn Costa i Llobera are located on the steep hillside of Montjuïc, overlooking the sea.
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Mercat de Sant Josep (Mercat de la Boqueria)
Mercat de Sant Josep is Barcelona's oldest market hall, with a great variety of fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, and snacks.
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Monestir de Pedralbes
Monestir de Pedralbes is an old convent which is today open to the public as a museum.
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Museu Frederic Marès
The Museu Frederic Marès displays the private collection donated by sculptor Frederic Marès Deulovol. The collection is varied, covering various periods.
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Palau Güell
Palau Güell was built by Antoni Gaudí as a residence for Eusebi Güell. The building reflects Guadi's unique creativity and the owner's great wealth.
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Parc d'Atraccions
The Parc d'Atraccions is a hillside amusement park, built in 1901. The park has been updated and is a major family attraction.
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Pavellò Mies van der Rohe
Pavellò Mies van der Rohe is a replica of a German Pavilion built by Ludwig Mies van der Roheor for the World Exhibition in Barcelona in 1929.
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Plaça Reial
Plaça Reial is a mid 19th C square containing the Fountain of the Three Graces, and a lamp post by Antoni Gaudí.
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Plaça de Catalunya
In the heart of the old town is the Plaça de Catalunya, a busy square with fountains and trees.
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Port
The Barcelona Port covers a large stretch of coastline, although most tourists head for the International Trade Center and promenade at the northeast end.
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Santa Maria del Pí
Santa Maria del Pí is a gothic church featuring interesting 15th to 18th C stained glass windows.
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St Mary of the Sea
The 14th C Santa Maria del Maria is Barcelona's second most important church after the cathedral. It stands on the site of the former Roman necropolis.
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Textile and Clothing Museum
The Textile and Clothing Museum contains items dating back to the 4th C.
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Wax Museum
The Wax Museum features changing exhibits of life like characters. It is housed in an interesting 19th C building.
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Barcelona Surroundings
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Montseny
The Montseny mountain rage is a forested area with a number of walking trails and recreational opportunities.
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Santa Coloma del Cervelló - Colonia Güell
Antoni Gaudí built this church for the workers complex of Eusebi Güell's textile factory. Original plans were strikingly similar to the Sagrada Famiàlia, but the finished product was quite different.
More Spain Resources
- Barcelona tours and things to do by Viator
- Barcelona Travel Guide by iExplore
Sacred Family, Barcelona
Sacred Family, Barcelona
Casa Milà (La Pedrera), Barcelona
Parc Güell, Barcelona
La Rambla / Las Ramblas, Barcelona
Sagrat Cor View, Barcelona
Harbor Cable Car, Barcelona
