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BARCELONA

City Guides

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CONTENTS

“Bienvenido a Barcelona!” 1

Barcelona’s Top 10 Landmarks 4

Barcelona Card 17

Transport: Getting Around 19

Museums and Galleries 24

Family attractions 31

Food 38

Entertainment 46

Where to stay 58

Useful Contacts 66

Credits 70

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1BIENVENIDO A BARCELONA!

“Bienvenido a Barcelona!”

A few useful tips before you visit...

Money

Safety

Language

Shopping

Transport

Dining

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“Bienvenido a Barcelona!”

The reasons for this popularity are no great secret. For over 150 years, Barcelona has steadily built its reputation as a city sculpted for cultural creativity and architectural beauty. It also has a history of being one of the most forward cities with a mind geared towards the tourism industry. Many of its greatest attractions from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries were created to present a magnificent display of culture and art that would resonate on the world stage, and draw in wealthy tourists for Barcelona’s economic benefit.

From the uniform grid structure of the impressive Eixample district to the great works of Gaudi, Barcelona’s daring designs hark back to a bygone era of architectural glory - but the city isn’t just about bricks and mortar. The proud and patriotic Catalan culture is ever present within its vibrant capital. This is most clearly seen in the arts, with the presence of many theatres, art galleries, festivals and musical performances. Whether you prefer to kick back and relax on the beach, absorb local history in the many museums or simply immerse yourself in the cultural vibrancy of the markets, main squares and nightlife venues, it is not difficult to find something to enjoy in Barcelona.

With almost 8 million visitors in 2014, Barcelona is one of the most popular tourist destinations on earth.

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MONEYWhen using ATMs, always opt to be charged in euros rather than your native currency - otherwise you will be unwittingly accepting the unfavourable exchange rates of the “Dynamic Currency Conversion” (DCC).

SAFETYPickpockets on the prowl! Barcelona is well-known for having an endemic of pickpockets. Try to avoid crowds within the main tourist areas, and make sure that you don’t have valuables on show. For more safety tips, check out this website.

LANGUAGEWhile Spanish is almost universally understood within Barcelona, Catalans are notoriously proud of their own language and culture. In light of this, it wouldn’t hurt to learn a few words of Catalan before visiting the city.

SHOPPINGNo shopping on Sundays! Many restaurants and bars also close their doors on this holy day of rest, which is good to know in advance if you’re just visiting for the weekend.

TRANSPORTNever buy a single ticket, if you can avoid doing so. Single tickets are expensive, and are often used by naive tourists. Purchasing a T-10 ticket can lead to significant savings for you and your holiday group.

DININGLike everywhere else in Spain, Barcelona restaurants offer the best value for money at lunchtime. Menus are more restricted at this time, but the lower price tag more than makes up for this.

A FEW USEFUL TIPSBEFORE YOU VISIT...

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2BARCELONA’S TOPLANDMARKS

1. Park Güell

2. La Rambla

3. Sagrada Familia Basilica

4. Poble Espanyol

5. Magic Fountain of Montjuïc (Font Màgica de Montjuïc)

6. Barceloneta Beach

7. Camp Nou (Barcelona Stadium)

8. Barcelona Cathedral (Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia)

9. Ciutadella Park

10. Plaça de Catalunya

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Park Güell

Poble Espanyol

Magic Fountain of Montjuïc(Font Màgica de Montjuïc)

Camp Nou(Barcelona Stadium)

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La Rambla

Sagrada Familia

Barceloneta Beach

Ciutadella Park

Placa de Catalunya

Barcelona Cathedral(Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia)

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PARK GÜELL

Designed by the master builder Antoni Gaudi, Park Güell is undeniably one of the most unusual and impressive parks in western Europe. Although now open to the public, Park Güell began its existence as a commercial housing project commissioned by Count Eusebi Güell in 1900. The venture was unsuccessful, and the park became public property in 1923. Entrance to the main area of the park is free, though to see the stunning buildings and architectural follies of Gaudi’s “Monumen-tal Zone” an entrance fee is required.

The entrance to the fascinating Monumental Zone is located on Carrer d’Olot, flanked by two elaborate pavilions – the Porter’s Lodge and the Warden’s House. From the entrance courtyard, visitors are directed to the Dragon Staircase – named as such due to the dragon mosaic statue that sits between its two branches. At the top of the steps, visitors come face to face with the grand Hypostyle Room. Originally intended as a market-place for the exclusive residential estate, the design of the Hypostyle Room is based upon that of ancient Roman temples.

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ADMISSION Regular €8, Reduced €5.60, Children aged 0-6 years Free

OPENING TIMES Oct 25 – Mar 28 8.30am – 6.15pm Mar 29 – May 3 8am – 8pm May 4 – Sept 6 8am – 9.30pm Sept 7 – Oct 24 8am – 8pm

ADDRESS Carrer d’Olot, s/n, 08024 Barcelona, Spain

GETTING THERE Metro: L3 (Lesseps, Vallcarca)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.parkguell.cat/en/

OFFICIAL GUIDE APPhttp://www.audioguia.parkguellonline.cat/?L=2

Park Güell Monumental Zone

ADMISSION Regular €5.50, Reduced €4.50

OPENING TIMES Oct – March 10am – 6pmApr-Sept 9am – 8pm

ADDRESS Park Güell, Ctra. del Carmel, 23A, 08024 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Metro: L3 (Lesseps)Bus: 24, 92 (Carretera del Carmel). 32, H6,116 (Carrer d’Olot)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.casamuseugaudi.org/cm-eng/index.php

Gaudi House Museum

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LA RAMBLA

Stretching 1.2 kilometres, this tree-lined boulevard is the largest and most popular shopping street in Barcelona. La Rambla begins on the corner of the famous Plaça de Catalunya Square and ends at the Mirador de Colom – a 60-metre monument to Christopher Columbus.

La Rambla is popular with both locals and tourists alike, and boasts numerous attractions, such as the Palau de la Virreina (the city council’s Culture Institute) and Barce-lona’s famous opera house, the Gran Teatre del Liceu.

Other landmarks along La Rambla include the and Barcelona’s oldest theatre, the Teatre Principal. Along the distance of the central walkway, visitors will encounter many street performers, including human statues, artists and circus professionals. The street even features work from the famous painter Joan Miró. The Miró mosaic is located next to Liceu Metro Station.

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GETTING THERE Metro: L1, L3 (Catalunya) L3 (Liceu)Bus: 14, 59, 91, N9, N12, N15 (La Rambla)

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SAGRADA FAMILIA BASILICA

The imposing Sagrada Familia is undoubtedly Antoni Gaudi’s greatest unfinished masterpiece. Although construction began in 1882, by the time of Gaudi’s death in 1926 the basilica was only between 15 and 25 percent complete. In the time that followed, construction work continued under the direction of a number of successive architects. The development was greatly delayed however by historical events – such as the Spanish Civil War, during which parts of the basilica and its designs were destroyed in the crossfire.

Building work continues to this day, with an estimated completion date of 2026 – the 100 year anniversary of Gaudi’s death. Despite being incomplete, the church was consecrated by Pope Benedict XVI as a minor basilica in 2010. The ongoing construction work is unsupported by any government or church group, which means that all funds come from entrance fees and private donations. Disabled visitors and children 10 years of age or under are entitled to free access.

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GETTING THERE Metro: L2, L5 (Sagrada Familia)Bus: 19. 33. 34, 43, 44, 50, 51, B20, B24 (Sagrada Familia)

ADMISSION Regular €15, Students €9

Concessions Free Sagrada Familia + guide €19.50Sagrada Familia + guide and Tower access €24

OPENING TIMES Nov – Feb 9am – 6pmApr – Sept 9am – 8pmOct – Mar 9am – 7pm

ADDRESS Carrer de Mallorca, 401, 08013 Barcelona

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.sagradafamilia.org/en/

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POBLE ESPANYOL

Poble Espanyol is a unique and impressive architectural feat, boasting 117 full-scale replicas of buildings, streets and squares from around fifteen of Spain’s autonomous communities. It is the fourth most popular attraction in Barcelona, and is one of the most daring architectural museums in the whole of Europe.

Like many of Barcelona’s top attractions, Poble Espanyol came into existence for the purpose of wooing the world community with examples of Spain’s architectural,

cultural and economic prowess. The initial intention had been to deconstruct the attraction after the 1929 Interna-tional Exposition, but in light of its popularity the decision was reversed.

Today, the site functions as an open-air architectural museum, as well as a nightlife venue and a centre for contemporary art. The artificial village is also regularly used for special events, including craft fairs, concerts and ‘Gastropops’.

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ADMISSION Regular €12, Children Aged 4-12 €7, Students €9.50, Aged 65+ €8.40

OPENING TIMES Mon 9am – 8pmTue, Wed, Thur & Sun 9am – midnightFri 9am – 3am, Sat 9am – 4am

ADDRESS Avda. de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia, 13, 08038 Barcelona

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.poble-espanyol.com/en

GETTING THERE Bus: 13, 23, 150 (Poble Espanyol)

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MAGIC FOUNTAIN OF MONTJUÏC(Font Màgica de Montjuïc)

This magnificent water feature would give any Vegas-style extravaganza a run for its money. The first performance of the impressive Magic Fountain was for the 1929 International Exposition. To this day it remains Barcelona’s largest and most extravagant fountain, and its monumental shows attract spectators from around the globe.

Combining water acrobatics with synchronised music and a lighting system boasting over 50 shades, the Magic Fountain has the power to compete with any pyrotechnic display. The antique water feature has a pool capacity of 3.1 million litres, and was cleverly built to connect to the

groundwater network of Montjuïc Mountain. During each show it is capable of pumping 2,600 litres per second through its system.

The Montjuïc site also boasts a number of other attrac-tions that were created for the International Exposition and remain in use to this day. These include the National Museum of Catalan Visual Art, which is housed within the Palau Nacional, the Archeology Museum of Catalonia, located within the former Palace of Graphic Arts, and the Ciutat del Teatre which makes use of the former Centre of Agriculture and Sports Palace.

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SHOW TIMES May-Sept Thur – Sun 9pm – 11.30pm.

Musical sessions at half hour intervals Oct-Apr Fri-Sat 7pm-9pm.

Musical sessions at half hour intervals

ADDRESS Plaça de Carles Buïgas, s/n, 08038 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Bus: 13, 150 (Plaça de Carles Buïgas)Metro: L1, L8 (Pl. Espanya)

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Barceloneta Beach is the closest beach to the city centre, and in light of this it’s hardly surprisingly that it gets busy – especially during the summer months. Neverthe-less – as one of the most vibrant beaches in the region, it is well worth a visit. Not only is it the most popular surf beach in the city, it offers a whole range of recreational activities. Whether you prefer windsurfing, kite surfing, sailing, swimming or simply sunbathing, you’re likely to find something to enjoy here.

While there is a lot on offer, it must be noted that this isn’t the type of beach where you can enjoy peace and quiet. The lively coastline is often crowded during peak season is scouted by freelance vendors selling drinks from cool boxes, or offering hair braiding or massage. There are also many dining opportunities along the coastline – ranging from sand-strewn beach bars to the cool indoor eateries along the promenade.

6 BARCELONETA BEACH

LOCATION Passeig Marítim Barceloneta, 08003 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Bus: 45,59, D20, N8 (Platja de la Barceloneta)Metro: L4 (Barceloneta)

ADMISSION Free

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The imposing Camp Nou Stadium is famous the world over – and not without good reason. Boasting a total seating capacity of 99,354, it holds the grand title of being the largest stadium in Europe. While this number is impressive, it used to be higher. At its peak, the stadium was capable of holding over 120,000 fans. It was also originally called Estadi del FC Barcelona, but the name was changed following a popular vote in 2000.

In its lifetime, the stadium has undergone numerous revamps and has been the centre stage for a number major international footballing events – including the 1972 European Cup and the 1982 World Cup. Next door to stadium, visitors will find the most visited museum in Catalonia – the FC Barcelona Museum, which racks up a visitor count of over 1.5 million per year.

A concise list of opening times for the Camp Nou Tour and Museum can be found here.

7 CAMP NOU(Barcelona Stadium)

LOCATION Carrer d’Aristides Maillol, 12, 08028 Barcelona

Camp Nou Tour & FC Barcelona Museum

GETTING THERE Metro: L3 (Palau Reial, Les Corts) L5 (Collblanc, Badal)

ADMISSION Regular €23Concessions €17Children aged 5 and under Free

TOUR DURATION: 1 hour 30 minutes

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.fcbarcelona.com/camp-nou

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Nestled within the Barri Gòtic district, this fine example of Gothic architecture is situated in the very heart of Barcelona’s old town centre. The site of the cathedral as a place of worship dates back to the 4th century - though in the centuries that followed, the church underwent a gradual evolution to become the grand edifice that we see today.

Much of current building was constructed between the 13th and 15th centuries, though the neo-Gothic facade wasn’t added until the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The reasoning behind the revamp came as part of a plan to improve the aesthetic appeal of the historic centre for the 1929 International Exposition, in an attempt to turn

Barcelona into an attractive tourist attraction.

The cathedral’s name is taken from Saint Eulalia, co-patron of Barcelona, who suffered martyrdom during Roman times at the age of 13. As an ongoing tradition in tribute to its patron, 13 white geese are kept in the cathe-dral’s secluded gothic cloister.

Entry is free most of the day, though a donation of €7 per person is required for visits between 2pm and 5pm on Sundays, and from 1pm until 5.30pm the rest of the week. For groups, this donation is reduced to €5 per person. Visitors can also access the rooftops or the choir for an additional donation of €3 for each.

8 BARCELONA CATHEDRAL(Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia)

ADDRESS Pla de la Seu, s/n, 08002 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Metro: L4 (Jaume I)Bus: 45, N8 (Via Laietana – Pl. Ramon Berenguer)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE:http://www.catedralbcn.org/index.php?lang=en

OPENING TIMES Mon – Sat 8am – 7.30pmSundays and holidays 8am – 8pm

Cloister opening times:Mon-Sat 8.30am – 12.30pm, 5.45pm-7pmSundays and holidays 8.30am – 1pm, 5.15pm – 7pm

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Far from being a typical greenscape for relaxation and leisure, Ciutadella Park has both a colourful and varied history and an exciting range of attractions on offer. The park is in part a remnant of the 18th-century fortified citadel (‘Ciutadella’) that was constructed following Barce-lona’s defeat in the War of the Spanish Succession.

The citadel was demolished in the mid 19th-century, and moves to convert the area to a public park were in progress. The site was designated to become the location of the 1888 Universal Exposition, and it owes much of its current layout to this time in its history. It was at this

time that many of the park’s elaborate buildings were constructed to display the city’s wealth and history. Many of these remain – the most notable being Castell dels Tres Dragons, which houses collections from the Natural History Museum.

Also within the park, visitors will find the Cascada Fountain with its grand triumphal arch, the Catalan Parliament Building and the Martorell Museum. Barcelona Zoo is located in the southeast side of the park, and boasts 7,500 animals.

9 CIUTADELLA PARK

GETTING THERE Metro: L4 (Vila Olímpica), Tram T4 (Ciutadella)Bus: 39, 51 (Picasso-Princesa) 36, 92 (Vila Olímpica)

LOCATION Carrer d’Aristides Maillol, 12, 08028 Barcelona

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.barcelona.de/en/barcelo-na-parc-ciutadella.html

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Considered by some to be the central square of Barcelona, Plaça de Catalunya is both unique and characterful. As the centre of Barcelona, some of the city’s most significant avenues converge on the square – including La Rambla, Passeig de Gracia and Rambla de Catalunya. The square also bridges the old town districts with the newer Eixample district, and acts as both a vibrant cultural centre and a major transport hub.

The popular square is home to numerous fountains, sculptures and statues of artistic and cultural signifi-cance. Historically, the square has been used for many cultural purposes, including open air theatres, protests and social gatherings. Today, the area is one of the city’s most popular attractions, and draws in tourists and locals alike.

PLAÇA DE CATALUNYA10

GETTING THERE

Metro: L1, L3 (Catalunya)Bus: 24, 41, 42, 55, H16, 67, 68 N1, N2, N3, N6, N8 (Plaça de Catalunya)

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3INTRODUCING THE BARCELONA CARD

1. Free Unlimited Transport

2. Discounts and Free Entry

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Making the most of a city break can be pricey – from transport costs to entrance fees, the total spend often exceeds the small budget we set ourselves. Making use of the Barcelona Card is a great way to cut these costs, and motivate yourself to see as much of the city as possible.

With the Barcelona Card, visitors will receive a free map of the city, as well as discounts and fast-track or free entry to over 70 attractions, tours, entertainment venues and shops. The card comes with validity options of three, four or five days – and there’s separate pricing for adults and children.

Introducing the Barcelona Card

FREE UNLIMITED TRANSPORT

DISCOUNTS AND FREE ENTRY

The Barcelona Card eliminates the need to buy metro, tram or bus tickets – thereby cutting costs, and saving time. Card holders can enjoy unlimited travel within Zone 1, which covers the entire city centre and all of the major tourist attractions.

The card also allows tourists free airport transfers on the train (RENFE) or bus (TMB), from the airport to the city centre. Please note, however, that the Barcelona Card is not valid for use on the Aerobus.

Holders of the Barcelona Card can enjoy free entry to some of the major attractions within the city, such as the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (National Museum of Catalan Visual Art) and the Jardi Botànic de Barcelona (Barcelona Botanical Gardens).

The total value of all available discounts exceeds €320, though to really make the most of the deals on offer you need to spend time planning your itinerary in advance. A complete list of deals and discounts can be found here.

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4BARCELONA PUBLIC TRANSPORT1. Types of Transporta. Barcelona Metrob. Busc. Tramd. Bike Hire in Barcelonae. Taxisf. Taxis for people with mobility problems

2. Travel Cardsa. Single Ticketb. T-10c. Day Ticket (T-Dia)d. Hola BCN! Transport Passe. Montjuïc Cable Carf. Barcelona Bus Turístic

3. Major Stationsa. Barcelona Santsb. Plaça d’Espanyac. Plaça de Catalunya

4. Port & Airporta. Port de Barcelona (Moll de San Bertran)b. Barcelona – El Prat Airport

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Navigating the metro system or bus routes of any new city can be a daunting task, with complex and unfamiliar transport maps that can be difficult to decipher. Taking a taxi is always an easy option, but can be uncomfortably expensive.

Thankfully, many of Barcelona’s top attractions are within walking distance of each other. Nevertheless, forward planning is still essential to seamlessly navigate your way through the public transport systems, if you wish to make the most of your time in the city.

Before coming to Barcelona, make sure that you download the Barcelona public transport maps to your tablet or smartphone. The regular metro map, and the accessibility metro map for stations with disability access, can be found here. The Barcelona bus map can be found online here. If you don’t own a tablet or smartphone, you’ll be pleased to know that both maps can be downloaded in a printable PDF format.

Routes can also be planned in advance using the route planner on Barcelona’s TMB transport website, which can be found here.

Introducing the Barcelona Card

TYPES OF TRANSPORT1a BARCELONA METRO

The Barcelona Metro system was founded in 1924, and today comprises 163 stations spread over 11 lines. On weekdays (Mon – Thur), the metro service runs from 5am until midnight. On Fridays and the eve of public holidays, this service end time is extended to 2am. On Saturdays, the service runs all night.

b BUSBarcelona is covered by extensive TMB bus networks that operate constantly throughout the day. Comprising 109 lines covering a total of over 900 kilometres and 123 stations, TMB carries over 500 million passengers per year. Barcelona’s night buses are operated by a company called Nitbus.

c TRAMBarcelona’s tram networks date back over 100 years and once operated as the city’s main form of public transport, integrating Barcelona with its surrounding villages and playing a crucial role in the expansion of the city. Today, the tram network consists of seven lines – six of which are fare integrated. The Tramvia Blau is the only non fare-integrated tramline, and links Avinguda Tibidabo Metro Station to the lower station of the Tibidabo Funicular (cable car). The Tramvia Blau line is served by a fleet of antique heritage streetcars.

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d BIKE HIRE IN BARCELONA

e TAXIS

f TAXIS FOR PEOPLE WITH MOBILITY PROBLEMS

A great way to get around and see the city at the same time is by cycling. Barcelona is a fantastic city to explore and enjoy by bike, and numerous bike rental companies can be found in the city centre. A terrific way to plan your visit effectively would be to reserve your bikes in advance.

Bike Rental Barcelona offers a large selection of high quality bikes as well as customised guided bike tours in Spanish, French and English. Barcelona By Bike is another company that offers bike tour options.

Although taxis are inarguably more expensive than public transport, sometimes they’re the easiest or most comfortable option. With more than 274 taxi stops in Barcelona, it’s not usually difficult to find a cab. Just in case though, here are a few numbers of some of the main companies that operate throughout the city:

OFFICIAL WEBSITE www.bikerentalbarcelona.com

OFFICIAL WEBSITE www.barcelonabybike.com

PHONE +34 666 057 655

PHONE +34 93 330 0300+34 93 339 9262

PHONE +34 93 4208 088

PHONE +34 93 303 3033

PHONE +34 93 322 2222

PHONE +34 93 307 0707

PHONE +34 671 307 325

Bike Rental Barcelona

Servi Taxi

Taxi Amic

Barcelona By Bike

PICK-UP POINT Carrer de Montserrat 8, 08001 BarcelonaPasseig de Sant Joan, 24, 08010 Barcelona

ADDRESS Port Olimpic, 08005 Barcelona

Radio Taxi 033

Taxi Groc

Taxi Class Rent

EMAIL [email protected]

[email protected]

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TRAVEL CARDS2*All prices mentioned below are for transport Zone 1 only. This includes the city centre and all of Barcelona’s major attractions.

a SINGLE TICKETPrice €2.15

As the most expensive travel card per trip, this one-way ticket is most commonly used by tourists and those unfamiliar with Barcelona’s transport system. This ticket is not valid for transfers between different forms of public transport.

e MONTJUÏC CABLE CAR

Price (single) Adult €7.80 Children €6.00(return) Adult €11.50 Children €8.40

The Montjuïc Cable Car (funicular) travels from Parc Montjuïc to Montjuïc Castle, and offers breathtak-ing views of the entire city. The cable car line has a length of 752 metres, and has a fleet of 55 cabins – two of which are wheelchair accessible. Each cabin can hold up to eight passengers.

c DAY TICKET (T-DIA)Price €7.60

The T-Dia ticket can be used for an unlimited number of journeys on all forms of public transport on the day of validation. This ticket can be used from validation until the end of service on the same day.

b T-10Price €9.95

The T-10 card is valid for 10 trips, and allows for transfers to different forms of public transport during one journey. The travel card can be used by more than one person at any time, though each person counts as one journey.

f BARCELONA BUS TURÍSTIC

Price Regular €27. Reduced €16.Regular €38. Reduced €20Valid for 1 or 2 days

Sightseeing bus trips are a great way to get to know the city within a limited space of time. The Barcelona Bus Turistic follows three different tour routes, and passengers receive an audio guide. The bus stops at 44 different places of interest within the city, and all tours are suitable for wheelchairs and the hearing impaired. Visitors can purchase the tickets online at discount rates here.

d HOLA BCN! TRANSPORT PASS

Prices €14.00, €20.50, €26.50, €32.00Valid for 2, 3, 4 or 5 days

The Hola BCN! travel cards can be used for an unlimited number of journeys on the Barcelona metro, trams, TMB buses, urban railway (FGC) and the Zone 1 regional train (Rodalies de Catalunya).

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b BARCELONA – EL PRAT AIRPORTTMB bus €2.15: Approx journey time 40 – 60 minsAerobus €5.90: Approx journey time 25 – 40 minsRENFE train €4.10 Approx journey time 20 – 25 minsTaxi to Plaça de Catalunya €25 – €30 Approx journey time 25 – 30 mins

Barcelona El Prat Airport is the closest airport to the city, and receives over 30 million passengers per year. The airport has two terminals – Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 2 (T2A, T2B, T2C). Transport from the airport to the city and vice versa is relatively easy, with numerous options available to the savvy traveller. The cheapest option is the TMB Number 46 Airport Bus, which runs to and from Plaça d’Espanya. The night buses N17 and N16 run every 20 minutes from Catalunya Metro Station, and

provide transport to and from terminals 1 and 2 respectively.

The Aerobus (Barcelona Airport Express) is a slightly more expensive option, though services run every 5 – 10 minutes and passengers have more room for luggage. This service is also much faster than the TMB buses, with a journey from Plaça d’Espanya taking just 25 minutes.

MAJOR STATIONS

PORT & AIRPORT

3a BARCELONA SANTS

Barcelona Sants is Barcelona’s central train station and is consequently the Catalan capital’s most important transport hub. The station connects the city to a number of regional, national and interna-tional lines. The station also connects with the L3 and L5 lines of the Barcelona Metro.

a PORT DE BARCELONA (Moll de San Bertran)

The Port of Barcelona dates back over 2000 years, and to this day maintains its historical function as a commercial port of significant proportions. The Old Harbour (Port Vell) is now a major tourist attraction, and also serves as the main station for ferries travelling to the Balearic Islands.

c PLAÇA DE CATALUNYAPlaça de Catalunya is Barcelona’s central square, and is also the largest – covering an area of 50,000 square metres. The square bridges the Eixample district with the old town, and is the main transport centre for inner-city transport, providing access to metro services and almost all central bus routes, including the Airport Bus services.

b PLAÇA D’ESPANYAPlaça d’Espanya is located in the Montjuic area of Barcelona, and was built for the 1929 International Exhibition. Today the square serves as a major transport hub, with connections to many of the bus, night bus, regional trains and metro services.

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5MUSEUMS ANDGALLERIES

1. The Picasso Museum (Museu Picasso)

2. National Museum of Catalan Visual Art (Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya)

3. Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona)

4. Joan Miró Foundation (Fundació Joan Miró)

5. The Barcelona Waxwork Museum (Museu de Cera)

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1 Picasso Museum

National Museum of Catalan Visual Art

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Barcelona Waxwork Museum

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Barcelona’s famous Picasso Museum almost never made it to the city at all. The original proposal was for the museum to be located in Málaga – the artist’s birthplace. This proposal was then reversed after Picasso himself suggested that Barcelona would be a more appropriate location, due to his personal and professional connec-tions to the city.

With 4,249 pieces by Picasso, the museum hosts one of the most complete collections of his work. This includes

many of his earlier works, which show a clear grounding in the classical techniques that he learned from his father. The permanent exhibition traces the formative years of Picasso’s career, with most of the paintings dated between 1890 – 1917.

For cheaper entrance deals, and guaranteed entry, it is advisable to purchase tickets online. Entry to the Picasso Museum is free for university students and under 18 year-olds.

1 THE PICASSO MUSEUM(Museu Picasso)

ADMISSION Regular €11, Reduced €7Concessions FreeSundays (after 3pm) Free

OPENING TIMES Mon – Closed. Tue – Sun 9am – 7pm

ADDRESS Carrer de Montcada, 15, 08003 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Metro: L4 (Jaume I)Bus: 17, 19, 40, 45 (Via Laietana) 20 (Princesa)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.museupicasso.bcn.cat/en/

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Housed within the grand and imposing Palau Nacional, the National Museum of Catalan Visual Art is the central feature of Montjuïc Hill. The building, like many of those within the area, was constructed for the 1929 Interna-tional Exposition. With Spanish-Renaissance influences, the magnificent construction met well with its task of displaying the might and wealth of Catalonia. In spite of its vast proportions and ornate interior, the palace took less than three years to construct.

The museum boasts a collection of over 5,000 artworks, and is particularly noteworthy for its comprehensive study of Romanesque church paintings and murals. The Romanesque galleries are arranged in chronological order, so that visitors can trace the stylistic developments from the 11th to the 13th centuries. Another highlight of the museum is the Renaissance and Baroque Art Collec-tion, which is made up of priceless pieces from royal and aristocratic private collections.

2 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF CATALAN VISUAL ART(Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya)

ADMISSION Regular €12, Concessions Free

OPENING TIMES Tue – Sat 10am – 6pmSun 10am – 3pmMon – Closed

ADDRESS Palau Nacional, Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, 08038 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Metro: L1, L8 (Pl. Espanya)Bus: 13, 150 (Pl de Carles Buïgas) 55 (Museu Nacional)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.museunacional.cat/en

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Though relatively new as far as museums go, the Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) holds its own as an internationally renowned institution. The idea for a contemporary art museum in Barcelona was initially proposed in 1959 by Alexandre Cirici Pellicer – a successful local writer and art critic. However, it wasn’t until 1986 that Barcelona City Council set the wheels in motion for the formation of such an institution.

Construction of the museum began in 1988, under the careful watch of the abstract artist and architect Richard Meier. The building design and layout can be described as

a work of contemporary art in itself, reflecting Barcelona’s artistic legacy by drawing influences from the modernist movement. The museum opened its doors to the public in 1995, and since then has cemented its reputation as a creative and educational facility – with over 5,000 works in the complete collection. The pieces trace the evolution of artistic practices over the latter part of the 20th century, separated into three periods – the first spans the ‘40s-60s, the second looks at the 60s-70s, and the third has a firm focus on contemporary art.

3 BARCELONA MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART(Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona)

ADMISSION Regular €10, Reduced €8

OPENING TIMES Mon, Wed, Thur & Fri 11am – 7.30pmSat 10am – 9pmSun 10am – 3pmTue – Closed

ADDRESS Plaça dels Àngels, 1, 08001 Barcelona, Spain

GETTING THERE Metro: L1 (Universitat) L3, L6, L7 (Pl Catalunya)Bus: 120 (Pl dels Àngels) 14, 59 (La Rambla – Palau Moja)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.macba.cat/en/index

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The Fundació Joan Miró, Centre d’Estudis d’Art Contemporani (to use its full name) was founded in 1975 by the artist himself and art promoter Joan Prats. Miró’s intention was to create an artistic centre that would inspire and encourage young artists to experiment with avant garde techniques and styles to continue the evolution of more dynamic concepts of contemporary art.

The museum was designed in line with Rationalist archi-tectural principles by architect Josep Lluís Sert, and can itself be considered a work of art. The sculptural roof design was built with skylights to bring as much natural lighting as possible into the galleries.

4 JOAN MIRÓ FOUNDATION(Fundació Joan Miró)

ADMISSION Regular €11, Reduced €7

OPENING TIMES Tue – Sat 10am – 7pm (Oct – June)Tue – Sat 10am – 8pm (July – Sept)Thur 10am – 9pmSun and public holidays 10am – 9pm

ADDRESS Parc de Montjuïc s/n, 08038 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Funicular: (Parc de Montjuïc)Bus: 55, 150 (Fundació Joan Miró)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.fundaciomiro-bcn.org/?idioma=2

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While waxworks are nothing new, Museu de Cera is the perfect place to go if you’re looking for a little more than just an ordinary museum visit. The museum offers regular interactive events, including shows where actors take the positions of the waxwork models.

The museum predominantly focuses on prominent figures from Catalan and Spanish history, and boasts an impressive 360 models in the form of artists, musicians, kings, popes and murderers. As well as figures of histor-ical and cultural relevance, the museums displays a number of international celebrities.

5 THE BARCELONA WAXWORK MUSEUM(Museu de Cera)

ADMISSION Regular €15, Reduced €9. Audioguide €3.50

OPENING TIMES Mon – Fri 10am – 1.30pm, 4pm – 7.30pmSat – Sun 11am – 2pm, 4.30pm – 8.30pm

ADDRESS Passatge de la Banca, 7, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

GETTING THERE Metro: L3 (Drassanes)Bus: 14, 59, 64, 120, D20, H14 (Portal de la Pau)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.museocerabcn.com/en/museu.html

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6 ATTRACTIONS FOR FAMILIES

1. Parc Zoològic de Barcelona (Barcelona Zoo)

2. Jardí Botànic de Barcelona (Botanical Gardens)

3. Castell de Montjuïc (Montjuïc Castle)

4. Muntanya Russa del Tibidabo (Tibidabo Amusement Park)

5. L’Aquàrium de Barcelona (Barcelona Aquarium)

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Barcelona Botanical Gardens

Tibidabo Amusement Park

Barcelona Zoo

Montjüic Castle

Barcelona Aquarium

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Founded in 1892, Barcelona Zoo has a long-standing reputation for its efforts towards conservation of the world’s ecosystems and the maintenance of biodiversity. Throughout its history, the organisation has striven in partnership with other zoos, universities and research centres to increase scientific understanding of the world’s ecosystems and educate the general public.

The zoo is located within the historic Ciutadella Park, upon the former grounds of the 1888 Universal Exposition. Today it is home to 2,200 creatures from over

315 species, many of which are able to live in enclosures that bear close resemblance to their natural habitat.

Barcelona Zoo offers interactive experiences for the whole family, with educational activities covering animal histories, habitats and proper care. Face painting and dolphin and sea lion shows are also on offer, free of charge. Please check online for further details. General admission tickets can be purchased online for a 10% discount.

ADMISSION Regular €19.90, Children aged 3 – 12 €11.95Visitors aged 65+ €10.05, Disabled people €5.65

OPENING TIMES 25 Oct – 28 Mar 10am – 5pm (ticket office)20 Mar – 15 May 10am – 6pm (ticket office)16 May – 15 Sept 10am – 7pm (ticket office)16 Sept – 24 Oct 10am – 6pm

ADDRESS Parc de la Ciutadella s/n 08003 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Metro: L1 (Arc de Triomf) L4 (Barceloneta, Ciutadel-la-Vila Olímpica)

Bus: 36, 92, V21, V27 (Vila Olímpica) 39, 41 (Estació de França) 40, 42, B20, B25 (Parc de la Ciutadella)

Tram: T4 (Ciutadella – Vila Olímpica)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.zoobarcelona.cat/en/home/

1 PARC ZOOLÒGIC DE BARCELONA(Barcelona Zoo)

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A great way to make the most of your family time in Barcelona is by paying a visit to the city’s Botanical Gardens. The gardens are separated into five key zones that each individually focus on native plant species from different areas of the world. The purpose of this is to demonstrate the similarities between the different landscapes through the representation of plant species from Mediterranean-type climates. The areas of focus are Australia, California, the Mediterranean basin, South Africa and Chile.

Visitors can explore and enjoy the winding labyrinth of pathways through the gardens, either by following the main route to observe the logical progression through the different zones or in a freestyle route to simply enjoy the surroundings. Also worth mention is the Jardí Botànic Historic, which is also located in the Montjuïc district and offers free admission.

ADMISSION Regular €3.50, Museu Blau + Jardi Botanic €7Concessions €1.70Museu Blau + Jardi Botanic €3.50Free – first Sunday of each month + every Sunday from 3pm.

OPENING TIMES Oct – Mar 10am – 5pmApr – Sep Tue – Sun 10.30am – 7pm

ADDRESS Carrer del Doctor Font i Quer, 2, 08038 Barcelona

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://museuciencies.cat/en/visitans/jardi-botanic/

2 JARDÍ BOTÀNIC DE BARCELONA(Botanical Gardens)

GETTING THERE Metro: L1, L3 (Plaça Espanya)

Bus: 13, 150 (Estadi Olimpic)

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Like many of Europe’s ancient castles, Castell de Montjuïc has an exciting, bloody and varied history. The impressive fortress dates back to 1640, when the first fortifications were laid upon Montjuïc Hill during the revolt against King Felipe IV.

The fort saw action less than a year after it was constructed. On 26th January 1641, 23,000 Spanish troops launched a sustained attack upon the Catalan rebel forces that had fortified their position upon Montjuïc Hill. Despite having only a fraction of the manpower, the rebels managed to repel the Spanish army. An allied force of French and Catalan troops counterattacked, forcing the Spanish to retreat.

In the years that followed, the fortress grew and was remodelled to increase its firepower and holding

capacity. By 1799, the castle kitchens had increased to be able to feed 3,000 troops and the walls of the fortress had been equipped with 120 cannons. The castle is also the location where former Catalan president Lluis Companys was executed in 1940. After losing the Spanish Civil War in 1939, Companys was exiled to France - while Spain fell under a dictatorship. Following his arrest by the Gestapo in August 1940, he was handed over to the Spanish government. He was imprisoned in Barcelona, where he was tortured and then executed without proper trial.

Today, the castle is used for special events and exhibitions. Visitors are able to participate in the activities on offer, and can also climb the battlements to enjoy views of iconic sites such as the Sagrada Familia, Torre Agbar and the harbour.

ADMISSION Regular €5, Concessions €3

OPENING TIMES 1 Oct – 31 Mar 10am – 6pm1 Apr – 30 Sept 10am – 8pm

ADDRESS Ctra. de Montjuïc, 66, 08038 Barcelona

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.bcn.cat/castelldemontjuic/en/welcome.html

CASTELL DE MONTJUÏC(Montjuïc Castle)3

GETTING THERE Bus: 150 (Castell)

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If you’re visiting Barcelona with kids, you should seriously consider spending time at the Tibidabo Amusement Park. Now an iconic symbol within Barcelona, the park dates back over 100 years – making it one of the oldest amusement parks in the world.

The Tibidabo Sky Walk offers visitors family-friendly rides and stunning views of the entire city. Highlights of the park include the Avió – the world’s first flight simulator, dating back to 1928 – the Giradabo Big Wheel, which is located at the summit of Collserola Mountain, and the Pony Rodeo.

While in the area, visitors can also pay a visit to the Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor and its neo-Byzantine style crypt.

ADMISSION Regular €28.50, Under 120cm €10.30, Under 90cm Free, Over 60s €10

ADDRESS Plaza del Tibidabo, 3-4, 08035 Barcelona

ADDRESS Cumbre del Tibidabo, 08035 Barcelona

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.tibidabo.cat/en/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.templotibidabo.info/?page=0

PARC D’ATRACCIONS DEL TIBIDABO(Tibidabo Amusement Park)4

Tibidabo Amusement Park

Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor

OPENING TIMES A complete list of opening times can be found here.

GETTING THERE Bus: 111 (Colònia Tibidabo)

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The Barcelona Aquarium is the second most visited attraction in the city, and it’s not difficult to see why. The facility comprises 35 aquariums that hold a combined total of five million litres of water. The aquarium is home to 11,000 animals representing 450 different species.

The highlight of the aquarium is undoubtedly its colossal Oceanarium, which holds an impressive 3.7 million litres of water. The Oceanarium spans 36 metres, and has a five metre depth – making it possible to accommodate the aquarium’s larger inhabitants – the ocean sunfish,

sand tiger shark and sandbar shark. Visitors can walk through an 80-metre aquarium tunnel to enjoy the experience in full.

The aquarium also offers a number of interactive experiences for an additional fee. These include scuba diving with the sharks, cage diving and a “sleeping with sharks” experience for children aged 8 – 12. This includes activities, supper and breakfast. Please check online in advance for detailed information regarding availability, times and discounts.

ADMISSION Regular €20, Children aged 5-10 €15Toddler aged 3-4 €7, Senior aged 65+ €18

OPENING TIMES Mon – Fri 9.30am – 9pmSat – Sun 9.30am – 9.30pmJuly – August 9.30am – 11pm

ADDRESS Moll d’Espanya del Port Vell, s/n, 08039 Barcelona

GETTING THERE Bus: V17 (Port Vell) 14, 59, 64, 120, D20, H14 (Pg. Colom – Via Laietana)

Bus: L3 (Drassanes): L4 (Barceloneta)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.aquariumbcn.com/en/

L’AQUÀRIUM DE BARCELONA(Barcelona Aquarium)5

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7FOOD INBARCELONA

1. Spanish and Catalana. Restaurante Arume

b. Cera 23

c. Bodega La Peninsular Barceloneta

d. El Vell Sarriá

e. Restaurante Barceloneta

f. 7 Portes

g. Bambarol

h. Can Culleretes

2. International, fusion and creative cuisine

a. ManoRota

b. Petit Pau Restaurant

c. Spoonik

d. Can Dendê

3. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-freea. Le Coq & The Burg

b. Rasoterra

c. Restaurant Gut

d. Flax & Kale

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El Vell Sarriá

Bambarol

ManoRota

Petit Pau Restaurant

Restaurante Spoonik

Restaurant Gut

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Restaurante Arume

Cera 23

Bodega La PeninsularBarceloneta

Restaurante Barceloneta

7 Portes

Can Culleretes

Can Dendê

Flax & Kale

Le Coq & The Burg

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FOOD IN BARCELONA

Barcelona has an amazing food culture that has developed over the centuries. In recent years, Barcelona’s standing in the culinary world has perhaps been cemented by its home-grown contemporary culinary genius, Ferran Adrià. Regarded by food critics as the greatest chef in the world, Adrià truly is the Salvador Dali of the food industry. While Adrià’s restaurant has a year-long waiting list and isn’t even located in the city, Barcelona still has many fantastic restaurants on offer.

However, largely due to the tourism industry being so huge there are also many low-quality restaurants in some of the central areas that seek to exploit the naivety of non-natives. In light of this, it’s always wise to do a little forward planning rather than deciding upon a venue on the spur of the moment. Most of Barcelo-na’s restaurants are characterised by seafood dishes that make the most of the daily hauls that are so readily available within this harbour city. Mediterranean influence is also clearly visible within the city’s food culture, with top staple ingre-dients including olive oil, garlic and tomato.

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SPANISH AND CATALAN1 As the Catalan capital and as Spain’s second largest city, Barcelona has a thriving restaurant culture that boasts an abundance of mouthwatering Catalan and Spanish delicacies. With so many eateries on

offer, it can be difficult to know where to start. Here is a selection of some of the city’s top restaurants to choose from, for regional and national cuisine.

a RESTAURANTE ARUME b CERA 23

ADDRESS: Carrer Botella, 11-13, 08001 Barcelona PHONE: +34 933 15 4872 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.arumer-estaurant.com/ingles.html#home

ADDRESS: Carrer de la Cera, 23, 08001 Barcelona PHONE: +34 93 442 0808EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.cera23.com

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2 (Sant Antoni)Bus: 20, 24. 64, 91, N6 (Ronda Sant Pau-Parlament)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2 (San Antonio) L2, L3 (Paral-lel)Bus: 20, 24, 64, 91, N6 (Ronda Sant Pau-Parlament)

PRICE RANGE: €20–50 PRICE RANGE: €20–50

OPENING TIMES: Daily 7.30pm – 11.30pmOPENING TIMES: Mon – Thur 7pm – 1amFri – Sun 1pm – 1am

NOTES: Spanish NOTES: Spanish, fusion

c BODEGA LA PENINSULAR BARCELONETA

d EL VELL SARRIÁ

ADDRESS: Carrer del Mar, 29, 08003 Barcelona PHONE: +34 932 21 40 89 OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bodega-La-Pen-insular-Barceloneta/474611142593176

ADDRESS: Major de Sarria 95, 08017 Barcelona PHONE: +34 932 045 710 OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.elvellsarria.com/en/home.php

GETTING THERE:Metro: L4 (Barceloneta)Bus: 39, 45, 59, 64, D20, N8, V15 (Pg. Joan de Borbó)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L6 (Sarrià)Bus: 22, 64, 68, 75 (Pl. de Sarrià)Train: ES, S1, S2, S5, S55 (Sarrià)

OPENING TIMES:Tue – Sun 11.30am – midnight

OPENING TIMES: Tue – Sun 1.30pm – 3.30pmTue – Sat 8.45pm – 11pm

PRICE RANGE: €20–40PRICE RANGE: €20–40

NOTES: Seafood, tapas, tavern atmosphere.NOTES: Traditional Catalan cuisine within a historic country house, built in 1745.

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e RESTAURANTE BARCELONETA

f 7 PORTES

ADDRESS: Port Vell, Moll dels Pescador, Carrer de l’Escar, 22, 08039 Barcelona PHONE: +34 932 212 111 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.restaurantbarceloneta.com/home/

ADDRESS: Passeig d’Isabel II, 14, 08003 Barcelona PHONE: +34 933 193 033 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.7portes.com/angles/index.php

GETTING THERE:Metro: L4 (Barceloneta)Bus: 39, 64, V15 (Pg Joan de Borbó-Judici)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L4 (Barceloneta)Bus: 39, 59, 64, 120, D20 (Pla de Palau)

PRICE RANGE: €20–50PRICE RANGE: €50–100

OPENING TIMES: Daily 1pm – midnight

OPENING TIMES: Daily 1pm – 1am

NOTES: Catalan, seafood. Dine while overlooking the fisherman’s wharfs.

NOTES: Catalan. Historic restaurant dating back over 175 years that has been frequented in the past by many of Barcelona’s most significant political minds.

g BAMBAROL h CAN CULLERETES

ADDRESS: Carrer Santaló, 21 08021 Barcelona PHONE:+34 932 50 7074 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://bambarol.cat/?lang=en

ADDRESS: Carrer d’en Quintana 5, 08002 Barcelona PHONE: +34 93 317 30 22 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.culleretes.com/en/home

GETTING THERE:Metro: L6, L7 (Gràcia)Bus: 6, 7, 33, 34, H8 (Francesc Macià)Tram: T1, T2, T3 (Francesc Macià)Train: ES, S1, S2, S5, S55 (Gràcia)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Liceu)Bus: 14, 59, 91 (Liceu)

OPENING TIMES:Tue – Fri 7.30pm – 11pmSat 1.30pm – 3.30pm, 8pm – 11.30pm

OPENING TIMES: Tue – Sun 1.30pm – 4pmTue – Sat 9pm – 11pm

PRICE RANGE: €20–50 PRICE RANGE: €25-40

NOTES: Catalan, traditional, seasonal, nutritional.

NOTES: Barcelona’s oldest restaurant, second oldest in Spain. Menu of over 40 dishes, with no shortage of Catalan delights to sample and enjoy.

SPANISH AND CATALAN

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INTERNATIONAL, FUSION AND CREATIVE CUISINE2As well as being characterised by seafood dishes, Barcelona is renowned for its culinary creativity. Here are some of the best restaurants for international, fusion and creative cuisine.

a MANOROTA

c SPOONIK

b PETIT PAU RESTAURANT

d CAN DENDÊ

ADDRESS: Carrer Creu dels Molers 4, 08004 Barcelona PHONE: +34 93 164 8041 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.manorota.com/

ADDRESS: Plaza Lesseps S/N, 08023 Barcelona PHONE: +34 648 08 52 09 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://spoonik.com/index.php/la-experiencia

ADDRESS: Carrer de l’Espanya Industrial, 22, 08014 Barcelona PHONE: +34 93 331 3275 OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pe-tit-Pau-Restaurant/234136820076860#_=

ADDRESS: Carrer de la Ciutat de Granada, 44, 08005 Barcelona PHONE: +34 646 32 55 51 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.candende.com/

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Poble Sec)Bus: 121, D20 (Poble Sec)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Lesseps)Bus: 22, 24, 116, V17 (Gran de Gràcia-Lesseps)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L5 (Plaça de Sants)Bus: 50, D20 (Sants-Gayarre)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L4 (Llacuna)Bus: 36, 192 (Pujades-Ciutat de Granada)

PRICE RANGE: €15-25 PRICE RANGE: €10-30

OPENING TIMES:Mon – Sat 12.30 – 4pm, 8.30pm – midnight

OPENING TIMES:Tue – Sun 7pm – midnight

OPENING TIMES: Tue – Sat 1pm – 4pm8.30pm – 11.30pm

OPENING TIMES: Mon – Fri 8.30am – 5pmSat – Sun 10.30am – 5pm

PRICE RANGE: €50-100 PRICE RANGE: €10 – 15

NOTES: International, fusion. Menu packed with flavours, textures, sensations and surprises.

NOTES: Eclectic fusion dishes. Impeccable presen-tation – the artistes of the food industry.

NOTES: International, fusion, seasonal.

NOTES: International, fusion.

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VEGETARIAN, VEGAN AND GLUTEN-FREE3Although Barcelona has a fabulous food culture with an abundance of great dishes on offer, finding vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options can be difficult. Here is a selection of the best restaurants on offer that meet this criteria.

a LE COQ & THE BURG

RESTAURANT GUT

b RASOTERRA

d FLAX & KALE

ADDRESS: Avinguda Gaudí, 8, 08025, Barcelona PHONE: +34 934 33 0908 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.facebook.com/lecoqandtheburg#_=_

ADDRESS: Carrer del Perill, 13, 08012 Gràcia, Barcelona PHONE: +34 93 186 6360 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.restaurantgut.com/#!welcome/cgp0

ADDRESS: Carrer Palau, 5, 08002 Barcelona PHONE: +34 93 318 6926 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.rasoterra.cat/en/

ADDRESS: Carrer dels Tallers, 74B, 08001 Barcelona PHONE: +34 933 175 664 EMAIL: [email protected] OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.teresacarles.com/fk/index_en.html

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2, L5 (Sagrada Família)Bus: 19, 33, 34, 50, 51, B24, H10, V21 (Av Gaudí)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Liceu) L4 (Jaume I)Bus: 14, 59, 91 (Liceu)

PRICE RANGE: €10-20 PRICE RANGE: €10-20

OPENING TIMES:Mon – Tue 11am – 5pmWed – Sat 11am – 4pm, 8.30pm – 11pmSun 11am – 10pm

OPENING TIMES:Mon – Sat 1pm – 4pmMon – Thur 8.30pm – 11.30pmFri – Sat 8.30pm – midnight

OPENING TIMES: Tue 7pm – 11pmWed – Sun 1pm – 11pm

OPENING TIMES: Mon – Fri 9am – 11.30pm

PRICE RANGE: €10-20 PRICE RANGE: €15-30

NOTES: Gluten free, organic, vegetarian, Spanish.

NOTES: International, vegetarian, vegan.

NOTES: Vegetarian, vegan, Spanish.

NOTES: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, healthy.

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L2 (Universitat)Bus: 14, 50, 54, 58, 59, 66 (Pl. Universitat)GETTING THERE:

Metro: L3, L5 (Diagonal)Bus: 6, 33, 34, H8, V17 (Diagonal)

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8ENTERTAINMENTShopping in Barcelona1. Avinguda Diagonal

2. Passeig de Gràcia

3. La Rambla

4. Port Vell

Nightlife5. Tapas Bars

6. Night Bars

7. Clubs

Theatres

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SHOPPING IN BARCELONA

Barcelona is a paradise for shopaholics, with its overwhelming variety of shops and many shopping boulevards. Within the city, there is undoubtedly something for everyone, whether you’re more interested in local crafts, antiques or upscale designer labels.

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Diagonal Mar

El Corte Inglés

Boqueria Market

Port Vell Flea Market

Maremagnum Shopping Centre

L’illa Diagonal

El Bulevard Rosa

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a L’ILLA DIAGONAL

a EL BULEVARD ROSA

b L’ILLA DIAGONAL

b EL CORTE INGLÉS

ADDRESS: Avinguda Diagonal 557, 08029 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Passeig de Gràcia, 53, 08008 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Avinguda Diagonal, 3 08019 Barcelona.

ADDRESS: Plaça de Catalunya, 14, 5ª Planta, 08002 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Maria Cristina)Tram: T1, T2, T3 (L’illa)Bus: L51, L57, L57A, L61, L61A, L62, L64, L68 (Av

Diagonal—Entença)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2, L3, L4 (Passeig de Gràcia)Bus: 22, 24, N4, N6 (Pg de Gràcia-Consell de Cent)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L4 (El Maresme/ Fòrum)Tram: T4 (El Maresme)Bus: 7, N6 (Av Diagonal-Llull) H16 (Fòrum)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3, L6, L7 (Catalunya)Tram: ES, S1, S2, S5, S55 (Catalunya)Bus: 24, 41, 42, 55, H16 (Catalunya)

OPENING TIMES: Mon—Sat 10am—9.30pm

OPENING TIMES: Mon—Sat 10.30am—9pm

OPENING TIMES: Mon—Sat 10am—10pm

OPENING TIMES: Mon—Sat 10am—10pm

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.lilla.com/en/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.bulevardrosa.com/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.diagonalmarcentre.com/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.elcorteingles.es/entradas/barcelona

1 AVINGUDA DIAGONAL

2 PASSEIG DE GRÀCIA

Stretching 11 kilometres in length, Avinguda Diagonal is one of Barcelona’s longest avenues and has a uniform width of 50 metres. Avinguda Diagonal offers some spectacular shopping opportunities in grand complexes such as L’illa Diagonal—a mall with 35,000 square metres of shopping space and 170 stores, bars and restaurants.

At the opposite end of the avenue is the Diagonal Mar mall, which boasts 200 stores covering 87,000 square metres over three levels. Along the length of the avenue, shoppers will also find a wealth of international fashion boutiques from major labels including Calvin Klein, Armani, Versace and Gucci.

Passeig de Gràcia is one of the city’s most prominent shopping avenues, and boasts numerous stores from the biggest names in fashion. The intersection with Avinguda Diagonal acts as a clear divide between the two differing sections of the street. The northern part is narrower and features more budget brands and shopping for locals, whereas in the area just south of the intersection,

shoppers will find the the El Bulevard Rosa mall and exclusive boutiques by prestigious brands such as Stella McCartney, Valentino, Prada and Louis Vuitton. The avenue ends at Plaça de Catalunya, with the imposing El Corte Inglés shopping centre that reputedly has every item that you could ever want or need under one roof.

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a BOQUERIA MARKET

ADDRESS: La Rambla, 91, 08001 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Liceu)Bus: 14, 59, 92 (Boqueria)

OPENING TIMES: Mon—Sat 8am—8.30pm

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.boqueria.info/index.php?lang=en

3 LA RAMBLALa Rambla is possibly Barcelona’s most famous street, and boasts countless stores and restaurants for tourists. Due to the avenue’s popularity, it’s hardly surprising that many of these feature inflated prices and a lower quality of service than can be found elsewhere. While this is true, it cannot be denied that La Rambla still offers some great attractions for the savvy shopper. The most prominent of these is without doubt the Boqueria Market. Dating back 800 years, this enormous food market is a great place to experience Catalan culture while shopping for some tasty treats. On the side streets leading off from La Rambla into both the Barri Gòtic and Raval districts, visitors will find a wide selection of charismatic boutiques and antiques stores worthy of exploration.

a PORT VELL FLEA MARKET

b MAREMÀGNUM SHOPPING CENTRE

ADDRESS: Mirador de Colom, Plaza Portal de la Pau, s/n, 08001 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Edificio Maremagnum, Moll d’Espanya, 5, 08039 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Drassanes)Bus: 14, 59, 64, 120, D20, H14 (Portal de la Pau)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Drassanes)Bus: V17 (Maremagnum) 14, 59, 64, 120, D20, H14(Portal de la Pau)

OPENING TIMES: Sat, Sun & Public Holidays 10am—8pm

OPENING TIMES: Daily 10am—10pm

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.maremagnum.es/en

4 PORT VELLPort Vell—literally the ‘Old Harbour’—dates all the way back to the 1st century AD. Throughout its history, the visual appeal and primary function of the port has changed significantly, with extensive renovation and building work taking place in advance of the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. Today, the old harbour is a vibrant commercial centre

that attracts 16 million visitors per year. One of the main features of the complex is the Maremàgnum shopping centre, which is open 365 days per year. A Downtown Market takes place on the marina every first weekend of the month, and a Saturday flea market takes place every week around the Mirador de Colom.

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NIGHTLIFEBarcelona can accurately be described as a city that doesn’t sleep, and boasts a trendy and varied nightlife scene. Those who venture out to enjoy the nightlife will observe that most clubs don’t start to fill up until around 1—2am, and it isn’t uncommon for patrons to party until daybreak. In light of this, the best way to start a night out in Barcelona is at a tapas bar to enjoy a nice meal and a few drinks as you ease your way into the evening. From here, you should move onto a night bar, for a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere before heading to a nightclub.

Most clubs don’t have a fixed entry fee, and pricing varies dependent on the day, the time of arrival and the lineup of that night. It’s also important to be aware that many clubs hire promoters to hand out flyers, offering deals such as free entry, a free drink or a 2 for 1 deal. This type of flyer can also be picked up in many shops, bars and cafes. In light of this, it’s always a good idea to keep a look out for the clubs that you plan to visit.

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Cerveceria Catalana

Quimet & Quimet

El Xampanyet

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Restaurante Delicias

Bar Oviso

Negroni Cocktail Bar

Heliogàbal

Bar Betty Ford

Sala Apolo

Jamboree

Moog

La Terrrazza

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Gran Teatre del Liceu

Teatre Poliorama

Teatre Coliseum

Teatre Nacional de Catalunya

Barcelona Teatre Musical

Teatre Grec

Mercat de Les Flors

Teatre Lliure de Montjuïc

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a CERVECERIA CATALANA

c EL XAMPANYET

a BAR OVISO

c HELIOGÀBAL

b QUIMET I QUIMET

d RESTAURANTE DELICIAS

b NEGRONI COCKTAIL BAR

d BETTY FORD’S

ADDRESS: Carrer de Mallorca, 236, 08008 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Carrer d’Arai 5, 08002 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Carrer de Ramon y Cajal, 80, 08012 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Carrer del Poeta Cabanyes, 25, 08004 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Carrer de Joaquín Costa, 46, 08001 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Carrer de Joaquín Costa, 56, 08001 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L6, L7 (Provença)Tram: ES, S1, S2, S5, S55 (Provença)Bus: 22, 24, N4, N6 (Pg de Gràcia-València) 7, 67, 68, N5, V15 (Balmes—València)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L4 (Jaume I)Bus: 45, 120, N8, N70, V15, V17 (Via Laietana—Jutjats)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Liceu)Bus: 14, 59, 91, N9, N12, N15 (Gran Teatre del Liceu)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L4 (Joanic) Bus: 39, 114, N6 (Joanic)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2, L3 (Paral-lel)Bus: 20,21, 64, D20, H14 (Paral-lel)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L5 (El Carmel)Bus: 24, 92 (Ctra del Carmel-Gran Vista) 86, 119 (Calderón de la Barca-Ctra del Carmel)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2 (Universitat) L3, L6, L7 (Catalunya)Bus: 24, 41, 55, 64, 91, H16, N6 (Ronda Sant Antoni—Pl. Goya)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2 (Universitat) L3, L6, L7 (Catalunya)Bus: 24, 41, 55, 64, 91, H16, N6 (Ronda Sant An-toni—Pl. Goya)

OPENING TIMES: Mon—Fri 8am—1.30amSat—Sun 9am—1.30am

OPENING TIMES: Mon 7pm—11pmTue—Fri 12pm—3.30pm, 7pm—11pmSat 12pm—3.30pm

OPENING TIMES: Wed—Thur 9pm—2.30aFri—Sat 9pm—3am

OPENING TIMES: Mon—Fri 12pm—4pm, 7pm—10.30pm. Sat 12pm—4pm

OPENING TIMES: Tue—Thur 7pm—10.30pmFri—Sat 8pm—11.30pm

OPENING TIMES: Sun—Thurs 10am—2.30aFri—Sat 10am—3am

OPENING TIMES: Sun—Thur 7pm—2.30amFri—Sat 7pm—3am

OPENING TIMES: Daily 5pm—2.30am

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.barrestaurantedelicias.com/?men-uOpt=1&lang=en

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.negronicock-tailbar.com/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.heliogabal.com/programacion.php?s=2

5 TAPAS BARS

6 NIGHT BARS

ADDRESS: Carrer de Mühlberg, 1, 08024 BarcelonaADDRESS: Carrer de Montcada, 22, 08003 Barcelona

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7 CLUBS

a SALA APOLOHighlights: Regarded as being at the cutting edge of modern music, and offers a wide variety of genres. The club features live acts until midnight, and DJ sets from midnight until closing. Weekend nights are run by the organizers of the Primavera Sound Festival.

c MOOGHighlights: Considered to be at the cutting edge of electronic music within Barcelona. The main room features techno and electronic music, and the ‘Villarosa room’ offers the nostalgia of 80s disco and pop beats.

d LA TERRRAZZAHighlights: This open-air club is located within the stunning Poble Espanyol, in a replica of the castle Casa Son Berga. Without doubt, this is one of Barce-lona’s most atmospheric dance spots and focuses on house music with a Balearic flavour.

b JAMBOREE JAZZ & DANCE CLUB

Highlights: Located in the historic Plaça Reial. This is a great club to visit for some exceptional live music. The club is divided into two rooms - one offering jazz and flamenco, and the second featuring a variety of genres including hip hop, r’n’b and rock.

OPENING TIMES: Mon—Thur 8pm—5amFri—Sat 8pm—6am, Sun 6pm—4am

OPENING TIMES: Daily 11.30pm—5am

OPENING TIMES: Fri—Sat 0.30am—6am

OPENING TIMES: Daily 8pm—5pm

ADDRESS: Carrer Nou de la Rambla, 113, 08004 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Carrer de l’Arc del Teatre, 3, 08002 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Av. de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia, 13, 08038 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2, L3 (Paral-lel)Bus: 20, 21, 64, 88, D20, H14, N0, N6 (Paral·lel)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Drassanes)Bus: N9, N12, N15 (Centre d’Art Santa Mònica)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L8 (Pl. Espanya)Bus: N1, N13, N15, N16, N17 (Gran Via—Santa Dorotea)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Liceu) Bus: 14, 59, 91, N9, N12, N15 (Gran Teatre del Liceu)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.sala-apolo.com/en

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.masimas.com/en/moog

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.laterrrazza.com/index.htm

OFFICIAL WEBSITES: http://www.masimas.com/en/jamboree-dance-club http://www.masimas.com/en/jamboree

ADDRESS: Plaça Reial, 17, 08002 Barcelona

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THEATRESBarcelona has a flourishing performing arts scene, and boasts some of Europe’s best theatres. Amongst those on offer is the Gran Teatre del Liceu, which first opened in 1847. Located on La Rambla, the Gran Teatre del Liceu is the second largest opera house in Europe. Also along La Rambla, visitors will find the Teatre Poliorama. The Teatre Coliseum is also located in the vicinity, just a short distance away on Gran Via Avenue. In the Sant Marti district is the Teatre Nacional de Catalunya, which produces a variety of performances in the Catalan language.

Barcelona’s most significant venue for performing arts is La Ciutat del Teatre—literally ‘the Theatre Town’. This performing arts complex is home to many of Barcelona’s most important venues. These include the Barcelona Teatre Musical (which is housed within the Barcelona Sports Palace), the impressive Teatre Grec (an open-air amphitheatre), the Mercat de les Flores (located within the former Palace of Agriculture) and the Teatre Lliure de Montjuïc.

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a GRAN TEATRE DEL LICEU

b TEATRE POLIORAMA

c TEATRE COLISEUM

d TEATRE NACIONAL DE CATALUNYA

ADDRESS: La Rambla, 51-59, 08002 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Rambla dels Estudis, 115, 08002 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 595, 08007, Barcelona

ADDRESS: Plaça de les Arts, 1, 08013 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Liceu)Bus: 14, 59, 91 (Gran Teatre)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L3 (Catalunya) L6, L7 (Pl. Catalunya)Bus: 14, 59, 91 (La Rambla-Font de Canaletes)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L2, L3, L4 (Passeig de Gràcia)Bus: 7, 50, 54, 67, 68, H12 (Gran Via-Balmes)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1 (Glòries)Tram: T4, T5, T6 (Glòries)Bus: 7, H12 (Glòries)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.liceubarcelona.cat/en/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.teatrepoliorama.com

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://es.teatrebarcelona.com/teatre-coliseum

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.tnc.cat/en

NOTES: Opera house

NOTES: Musical theatre

NOTES: Theatre and cinema

NOTES: Varied types of productions, mainly in Catalan.

PHONE: +34 933 17 7599

PHONE: +34 93 317 1448

PHONE: +34 933 065 700

PHONE: +34 93 485 9900

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f TEATRE GREC

g MERCAT DE LES FLORS

h TEATRE LLIURE DE MONTJUÏC

ADDRESS: Passeig de Santa Madrona, 36, 08038 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Carrer de Lleida, 59, 08004 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Passeig de Santa Madrona, 40-46, 08038 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L3 (Plaça Espanya) L3 (Poble Sec)Bus: 55, 122 (Passeig de Santa Madrona)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L3 (Plaça Espanya) L3 (Poble Sec)Bus: 55, 122 (Passeig de Santa Madrona)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L3 (Plaça Espanya) L3 (Poble Sec)Bus: 55, 122 (Passeig de Santa Madrona)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://grec.bcn.cat/en/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://mercatflors.cat/en/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.teatrelliure.com/en

NOTES: Outdoor arena. Mainly used for the international theatre, dance music and circus festival, “Festival Grec de Barcelona”.

NOTES: Large focus on dance and movement arts.

PHONE: +34 933 16 1000

PHONE: +34 932 56 2600

PHONE: +34 932 89 2770

NOTES: Focus on classics, performed in Catalan.

e BARCELONA TEATRE MUSICAL

ADDRESS: Palau dels Esports de Barcelona, Carrer de la Guàrdia Urbana, 7, 08004 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L3 (Plaça Espanya) L3 (Poble Sec)Bus: 55, 122 (Passeig de Santa Madrona)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.teatrebarcelona.com/barcelona-te-atre-musical

NOTES: Musical theatre, with arena seating and great acoustics.

PHONE: +34 934 23 1541

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9WHERE TO STAY

1. Barri Gòtic

2. Ciutat Vella

3. Sants – Montjuïc

4. Eixample

5. Gràcia

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Choosing where to stay in this incredible city is one of the biggest decisions to make during your plan-ning process.Making the right choice can dictate the difference between a good trip and a spectacular one. It all depends on what you’re looking for – whether it’s the laid back beach vibe of the Barceloneta district or the excitement and thrill of the Barri Gòtic with it’s elaborate archi-tecture and historical intrigue. Here is a breakdown of some of the top districts, to help you make your decision of where to stay.

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BARRI GÒTIC1Barcelona’s Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter) is the most ancient of the city’s old town districts. Dating back to Roman times and the ancient settlement of Barcino, the 2,000 year old foundations can still be seen in parts of the district.

The Barri Gòtic is the perfect place to stay if you don’t mind crowds and want to be able to reach many of the city’s most popular attractions within just a few steps from your door.

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CIUTAT VELLA2The Ciutat Vella district of Barcelona encapsulates the five main historical districts of the city – El Born, La Ribera, Raval, Barceloneta and the Barri Gòtic. Within this extended historical centre, visitors will find many of Barcelona’s most sought-out attractions and monuments. These include La Rambla, Ciutadella Park, Barcelona Cathedral and the Picasso Museum.

Many areas of this enlarged district aren’t overly touristy, and so it’s still possible to enjoy some degree of tranquility. Ciutat Vella is a great place to stay if you enjoy the charm of historic architecture, and want to be centrally located.

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SANTS – MONTJUÏC3These adjoining districts are located a little further out of the centre, but still have a lot to offer. The beautiful Montjuïc Hill boasts attraction such as the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Montjuïc Castle, the Ciutat del Teatre and the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya.

Guests staying in the Sants-Montjuïc area will also find themselves just a short distance from Barcelona’s famous Camp Nou Stadium.

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EIXAMPLE4The aerial view of the Eixample district is one of the most iconic images of Barcelona. With its uniform grid network of square blocks, with wide avenues and intersections, Eixample strikes a unique image both on the ground and from above. Within the area, visitors will find popular attractions such as

the Sagrada Familia, Placa de Catalunya and Casa Mila. The Eixample district is the perfect place for you if you’d like to be centrally located, but is far enough from the main tourist areas to offer peace and relaxation.

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GRÀCIA5Until the late 19th-century, Barcelona’s Gràcia district was a separate town, and even today the area maintains a unique cultural atmosphere. Within the Gràcia district, visitors will find popular attractions such as Park Güell and Casa Vicens. The area also has the highest concentration of international restaurants in the whole of Barcelona.

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10USEFULCONTACTS

1. Consulates

a. British Consulate General

b. Consulate General of the United States

c. Consulate General of Ireland

d. Australian Honorary Consulate

e. Consulate of Canada to Spain

f. New Zealand Honorary Consulate

2. Emergency numbers

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a BRITISH CONSULATE GENERAL BARCELONA

b CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES BARCELONA

CONSULATE GENERAL OF IRELAND IN BARCELONA

ADDRESS: Avda Diagonal 477 – 13, 08036 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Paseo Reina Elisenda de Montcada, 23, 08034 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Gran Via Carlos III, 94, 08028 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L5 (Hospital Clinic)Bus: 6, 7, 27, 32, 33, 34, 63, 67, 850, H8 (Francesc Macià)Tram: T1, T2, T3 (Francesc Macià)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L6 (Reina Elisenda)Bus: 22, 68, 75 (Pl de Pedralbes) V3 (Reina Elisenda)

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Maria Cristina)Bus: 6, 7, 33, 34, 59, 63, 66, 67, 70, 75, 78 (Maria Cristina/ Diagonal-Gandesa)Tram: T1, T2, T3 (Maria Cristina)

OPENING TIMES: Monday – Friday 8am – 1:30pm, except for public holidays

OPENING TIMES: Mon – Fri 9am – 1pm, except for public holidays

OPENING TIMES: Mon – Fri 10am – 1pm

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-embassy-madrid/office/british-consulate-gen-eral-barcelona

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://barcelona.usconsulate.gov/contact.html

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/spain/about-us/

EMAIL [email protected]

EMAIL [email protected]

EMAIL [email protected]

PHONE +34 93 366 6200

Phone line hours: 9am – 5pm

PHONE +34 93 280 2227

PHONE +34 93 491 5021

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e AUSTRALIAN HONORARY CONSULATE IN BARCELONA

ADDRESS: Avinguda Diagonal, 433 bis, Level 2, Door 1, 08036 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3 (Maria Cristina)Bus: 6, 7, 27, 32, 33, 34, H8 (Diagonal-Muntaner)

OPENING TIMES: Mon – Fri 10.30pm – 12.30pm

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.spain.embassy.gov.au/madr/Hon_Con_Bcn_2013Hon_Con_Bcn_2013.html

EMAIL [email protected]

PHONE +34 93 362 3792

f CONSULATE OF CANADA TO SPAIN IN BARCELONA

g NEW ZEALAND HONORARY CONSULATE IN BARCELONA

ADDRESS: Plaça de Catalunya, 9, 1º, 2a, 08002 Barcelona

ADDRESS: Travesera de Gracia, 64, 2nd floor, 08006 Barcelona

GETTING THERE:Metro: L1, L3 (Catalunya) L6, L7 (Pl. Catalunya)Bus: 24, 41, 42, 55, 66, 67, 68 (Catalunya)Tram: ES, S1, S2, S5, S55

GETTING THERE:Metro: L3, L5 (Diagonal)Bus: 58, 64 (Aribau-Travessera de Gràcia)Tram: T1, T2, T3 (Francesc Macià)

OPENING TIMES: Mon – Fri 9am – 12.30pm

Emergency hours: Mon – Thur 9am – 1pm, 2pm – 5.30pm. Fri 9am – 2.30pm

OPENING TIMES: Mon – Thur 9am – 2pm, 4pm – 6pm, Fri 9am – 2pm

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/spain-espagne/offices-bureaux/consul_barcelona.aspx?lang=eng

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.nzembassy.com/spain/about-the-embassy/contact-us

EMAIL espana.consulaire/[email protected]

PHONE +34 932 703 614

PHONE +34 932 090 399

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General emergency services 112

Medical emergencies 061

Fire service 080

Local police (domestic disputes)

092

Police 088

Dental emergencies (24 hour service)

+34 93 458 0065 / +34 93 458 4273

Lost property (TMB)

+34 902 075 027

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

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