guide to secret barcelona

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[email protected] / T. +34 629 677 039 Smart travel Can you keep a secret? We hope so, because with this guide we’re going to let you in on some of Barcelona’s best-kept secrets! We’ve asked our local guides to compile for you their favourite things to do in Barcelona; from the best local activities, to hidden nightspots, and the secret places they love to go with friends and family. We’ve done this so as well as visiting the usual tourist haunts, you’ll also have the option to get off the beaten track, meet locals, make new friends, and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona! ;) Guide to Secret Barcelona

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Page 1: Guide to Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

Smart travel

Can you keep a secret We hope so because with this guide wersquore

going to let you in on some of Barcelonarsquos best-kept secrets Wersquove

asked our local guides to compile for you their favourite things to do in

Barcelona from the best local activities to hidden nightspots and the

secret places they love to go with friends and family Wersquove done this so

as well as visiting the usual tourist haunts yoursquoll also have the option to

get off the beaten track meet locals make new friends and take home

with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Guide to

Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

middotTHE Ravalmiddot the classic well-worn Converse All Star

middotGoacutetico QUARTERmiddot Womenrsquos sandals with optional

foot tatoo

middotEl Bornmiddot A pair of cool Nike Air

sneakers

middotPoble SecmiddotCasual Style Original Adidas

middotLa Barcelonetamiddot Hawaiian flip-flops stained by Mojito

middotSarriagravemiddot middotamp Pedralbesmiddot

Spotless Lacoste shoes

middotGraciamiddot A mix of Martin boots and

ldquohipster stylerdquoshoes

Breakfast on the terrace of the MNAC (Spectacular views) and visit to the museum

Private Gaudiacute route with a fan of his work

Tapeo (iexcldelicious tapas) with a local foodie Discover the best places

Barcelona Skyline from the sea Enjoy it from a private boat

True Catalan dinner at Cal Boter

And if you still have the energy letrsquos have a drink at el Ciclista

BARCELONA amp ITS NEIGHBORHOODS BARCELONA IN JUST 1 DAYIF THEY WERE A PAIR OF SHOES THEY WOULD BE

IN 24 HORAS YOU CAN DO SO MANY THINGS IN BARCELONA

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

ldquoPatatas Bravasrdquo at the mythical

Bar Tomaacutes the most traditional and best

Tapeo tour with locals (often the less glamo-rous bars are the ones with the best tapas)

A real Paella at Xagravetiva restaurant in Gracia (no sea views but the most unique Paellas in the world - they have more than 20

different paellas to choose from)

The fried egg carpaccio with shrimps and potatoes at Bar Mut

Cafegrave Pagegraves an authentic and very local restaurant in Gracia with excellent seasonal market food

Eat savor and enjoy a delicious paella that you cook yourself at home with a

lovely chef the great Marta

Really delicioushellip Bueno bonito y barato

An undiscovered gem

Mar y Rufo a very original small and not very glamorous bar where you will be ser-ved authentic seasonal fresh market cui-sine It is located right next to the Santa Caterina market and hosts Pablo and Samu will make you feel completely at home A little bit expensive but worth every euro

On Sundays you canrsquot misshellip

The traditional vermouth route Catalan people love to start the day with a vermouth (it starts at noon but we donrsquot know when it ends)

La Barceloneta much more than a paella

Cafeacute Kafka in this restaurant yoursquoll feel like yoursquore in a French bistro Very chic (Tip Itrsquos perfect for dinner)

Donrsquot forget the Juanita Lalaacute with delicious Mediterranean food and cocktails at good prices Plus live DJ sessions

The most ldquoinrdquo among locals

Martiacutenez a quality ldquochiringuitordquo (beach bar) specialising in rice dishes And whatrsquos left to say about the Pez Vela Except itrsquos loved by both locals and ldquoguirisrdquo alike (foreigners)

middot1middot EAT BARCELONA

IN A MOUTHFUL

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

In the Carmelo neighborhood you can still find the remains of bunkers that were used during the Civil War From there you can enjoy a stunning 360ordm panoramic view of the city

and outdoor activities you can go running in the Collserola Natural Park - a fa-

vourite of Barcelona locals From there yoursquoll enjoy stunning views of the city while exercising at the same time )

Or maybe you prefer going for a walk whilst marvelling at the views In that case we recommend a walk through

Carretera de les Aiguumles with a local

A Secret place If you are into sports

visit a

Get to know Las Ramblas

With a local architect who will also take you to private houses built hundreds of years ago where yoursquoll meet the unique characters that still reside in them

If you are into Barccedila

(the soccer club) discover some local secrets about the history of the club with a secret tour in the old quarter

Experience A different tour in the city center

Get rid of your maps and travel gui-des and put yourself in the hands of a local expert in art and history Discover the sights and secrets of the neighborhood ldquofrom the horsersquos mouthrdquo

famous designerrsquos studio and create your own artwork

Enjoy a walk in theGothic neighborhood with

a photographer that lives in the area Joan will make sure you take home some incredible pictures of

the most enchanting places

in the port pick up the dayrsquos catch and get to know how Barcelonarsquos fish market works The best thing is that you get to choose your fish and theyrsquoll cook it for you in a local restaurant Straight from the sea to the table

middot2middot Fall in love

with barcelonafrom above

middot3middot OFF the beatentrack

aboard a fishing boatClimb

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Discover

Tossa de Mar with a local one of the most magical places on the Cos-ta Brava Yoursquoll go on a boat trip eat a typical fishermanrsquos lunch and spend the day getting to know all the cul-tural treasures of Tossa (We warn you yoursquoll fall in love with this place)

Enjoy intimate concerts in an alter-native bar with an indie atmosphere Heliogaacutebal (a hipsterrsquos paradise)

A blues-lover will take you to the most authentic and local blues bars in the city where yoursquoll meet and enjoy a drink with the local musicians

The secrets of flamenco with a tra-ditional singer and dancer ldquobailaorardquo iexclOle Queacute arte

stop for awhile and listen to the musicians and groups that play on the streets classic music swinghellip awesome

So far so close

Escape to Montserrat (mountain) and Sitges (sea) the best combina-tion for sheer contrast

Spectacular Horseback riding tour among vineyards (yoursquoll feel like an important landowner) and take part in a wine tasting session

middot4middot Best

day tripsfrom

barcelona

middot5middot the sounds of BARCELONA

Places that Catalan people love to go

Cadaqueacutes - the village that inspired Daliacute - and the entire Empordagrave area (the Catalan tuscany) Even better - La Cerdantildea only one and a half hours away from Barcelona perfect for adventure activities

Catalonia is not only Barcelona

so catch a train get on a coach

and visit some of these jewels we guarantee Itrsquos worth it

Enjoy

Learn If yoursquore by the Cathedral

Blues in your soul

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

(now the number 1 drink in Spain

followed by beer)hellip middot6middot

BARCELONArsquoS NIGHTLIFE

Get to know The most underground clubs of the city Stay until your body says ldquoenoughrdquo

Letrsquos start with a great Gin amp Tonic

iexclLetrsquos move the body

Hang out with a DJ Cultura y copas

Culture and drinks are combined in this an uncon-ventional tour with locals Get to know the bars the great artists of the city used to frequent

If you are around Raval

The Bar Oliacutempic has become the cool meeting point nowadays but there are always the classics like the Betty Ford Negroni Tahitiacute or 3345

Gracia Quarter

Bobby Gin Bar in the Gragravecia neighborhood is the perfect place Classy drinks and excellent servicehellip a place with an underground touch )

Another option is Condes de Barcelona Hotel where you can have a great Gin amp Tonic while you enjoy stunning views of the city

Like a local

And if yoursquore in the mood for something more re-laxed and different join some locals on their private terrace and enjoy a homemade Gin amp Tonic and some sushi )

In the upper part you can find the classic Otto Zutz or more

posh places like Bling Bling Sutton or Luz de Gas If you

go downtown and you want a decidedly bizarre but unique

experience - involving Drag Queens all things Kitsch and

music you can dance to - Cangrejo is the place for you

Go to sleep with a full belly Have some

delicious ldquochocolate churrosrdquo in the traditional

Churreriacutea ldquoel Treacutebolrdquo and sleep like a baby

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

middot7middot FILL YOUR

SUITCASE WITH LOCAL FASHION

Go on this Slow shoping route with a young fashion designer Yoursquoll go to the best boutiques and if yoursquod like you can also visit her studio and see the clothes she designs Simply perfect

middotLadyLoquitamiddot Clothes and accessories for the

most romantic women (yoursquoll travel in time)

middotLimited Editionsmiddot For all those shoes amp sneakers

freaks yoursquoll find the most exclusive ones here

middotRock Babymiddot Stylish punk and alternative clothes for

babies and kids

middotLes Toppetesmiddot More than simply a perfumery and

lotrsquos more

Donrsquot missDiscover the vintage interior design stores in Sant Antoni and Raval with a cool hunter la Valnot El Recibidor and donrsquot forget to go to Cash Depot that kind of warehouse that will surprise you with all the forgotten gems yoursquoll find inside

Enjoy an alternative tour to the most exclusive stores guided by an expert local stylist If you fancy a haircut why donrsquot you have it in a different place like La Poupee or La Pelu

Go crazy with these stores hellip

ldquoShopping routerdquo

Alternative tour

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Donrsquot miss the expos at CCCB and the Filmoteca cinema courses very close to each other in the creative Raval neighbor-hood

Yoursquoll definitely be surprised by this space for ldquointeraction and creationrdquo called Bigote de Sentildeor Smith art gallery shop for handmade products workshops and bar (you have to venture inside to know whatrsquos going on)

To top it all off you can eat or have a beer in the mythical 4 Gats where artists such as Picasso and Santiago Russinyol used to relax

Follow the steps of the three most em-blematic gay artists - Ocantildea Jean Genet and Keith Haring - with an art collector

Some free and very interesting Art galleries H2o Toni Tagravepies o ADN (among many others)

Take part in a rehearsal for one of the most spectacular local traditions ldquoCastellersrdquo (human towers) You can join a ldquoCollardquo (a group of people who build ldquocas-tellsrdquo) and get an insiderrsquos pers-pective of true Catalan culture

St Johnrsquos eve Fireworks firecrackers bonfires ldquoCoca de lladronsrdquo (a special sweet) topped off with a crazy party on the beach to celebrate the arrival of Summer BOOM

La Diada the national festivity in Catalonia (we celebrate a defeat itrsquos just the way we are)

From the 14th to the 21st of August come and celebrate the traditional fiesta of Gracia (another Barcelona neighborhood) with a local resident (the most popular party in Barcelona)

Fiestas de ldquoLa Merceacuterdquo Barcelonarsquos patron saint popular culture concerts more fireworkshellip Barcelona on the streets

If yoursquod like to know more about upcoming events in Barcelona Email us at supporttrip4real or call us on +34 629 677 039 wersquoll be glad to help you and answer any questions you might have

middot8middot EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE EVERYWHERE

middot9middot Feel the catalan traditions

Why donrsquot you Visit the studio of a well-known sculptor and create a work of art with him

CCCB

galeriacuteas de arte gratis

Bigote de Sentildeor Smith

for sculpture lovers

A Highly recommended tour

Mythical

Save the date

23June

14-21august

11September

24september

ldquoCastellersrdquo

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist

Page 2: Guide to Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

middotTHE Ravalmiddot the classic well-worn Converse All Star

middotGoacutetico QUARTERmiddot Womenrsquos sandals with optional

foot tatoo

middotEl Bornmiddot A pair of cool Nike Air

sneakers

middotPoble SecmiddotCasual Style Original Adidas

middotLa Barcelonetamiddot Hawaiian flip-flops stained by Mojito

middotSarriagravemiddot middotamp Pedralbesmiddot

Spotless Lacoste shoes

middotGraciamiddot A mix of Martin boots and

ldquohipster stylerdquoshoes

Breakfast on the terrace of the MNAC (Spectacular views) and visit to the museum

Private Gaudiacute route with a fan of his work

Tapeo (iexcldelicious tapas) with a local foodie Discover the best places

Barcelona Skyline from the sea Enjoy it from a private boat

True Catalan dinner at Cal Boter

And if you still have the energy letrsquos have a drink at el Ciclista

BARCELONA amp ITS NEIGHBORHOODS BARCELONA IN JUST 1 DAYIF THEY WERE A PAIR OF SHOES THEY WOULD BE

IN 24 HORAS YOU CAN DO SO MANY THINGS IN BARCELONA

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

ldquoPatatas Bravasrdquo at the mythical

Bar Tomaacutes the most traditional and best

Tapeo tour with locals (often the less glamo-rous bars are the ones with the best tapas)

A real Paella at Xagravetiva restaurant in Gracia (no sea views but the most unique Paellas in the world - they have more than 20

different paellas to choose from)

The fried egg carpaccio with shrimps and potatoes at Bar Mut

Cafegrave Pagegraves an authentic and very local restaurant in Gracia with excellent seasonal market food

Eat savor and enjoy a delicious paella that you cook yourself at home with a

lovely chef the great Marta

Really delicioushellip Bueno bonito y barato

An undiscovered gem

Mar y Rufo a very original small and not very glamorous bar where you will be ser-ved authentic seasonal fresh market cui-sine It is located right next to the Santa Caterina market and hosts Pablo and Samu will make you feel completely at home A little bit expensive but worth every euro

On Sundays you canrsquot misshellip

The traditional vermouth route Catalan people love to start the day with a vermouth (it starts at noon but we donrsquot know when it ends)

La Barceloneta much more than a paella

Cafeacute Kafka in this restaurant yoursquoll feel like yoursquore in a French bistro Very chic (Tip Itrsquos perfect for dinner)

Donrsquot forget the Juanita Lalaacute with delicious Mediterranean food and cocktails at good prices Plus live DJ sessions

The most ldquoinrdquo among locals

Martiacutenez a quality ldquochiringuitordquo (beach bar) specialising in rice dishes And whatrsquos left to say about the Pez Vela Except itrsquos loved by both locals and ldquoguirisrdquo alike (foreigners)

middot1middot EAT BARCELONA

IN A MOUTHFUL

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

In the Carmelo neighborhood you can still find the remains of bunkers that were used during the Civil War From there you can enjoy a stunning 360ordm panoramic view of the city

and outdoor activities you can go running in the Collserola Natural Park - a fa-

vourite of Barcelona locals From there yoursquoll enjoy stunning views of the city while exercising at the same time )

Or maybe you prefer going for a walk whilst marvelling at the views In that case we recommend a walk through

Carretera de les Aiguumles with a local

A Secret place If you are into sports

visit a

Get to know Las Ramblas

With a local architect who will also take you to private houses built hundreds of years ago where yoursquoll meet the unique characters that still reside in them

If you are into Barccedila

(the soccer club) discover some local secrets about the history of the club with a secret tour in the old quarter

Experience A different tour in the city center

Get rid of your maps and travel gui-des and put yourself in the hands of a local expert in art and history Discover the sights and secrets of the neighborhood ldquofrom the horsersquos mouthrdquo

famous designerrsquos studio and create your own artwork

Enjoy a walk in theGothic neighborhood with

a photographer that lives in the area Joan will make sure you take home some incredible pictures of

the most enchanting places

in the port pick up the dayrsquos catch and get to know how Barcelonarsquos fish market works The best thing is that you get to choose your fish and theyrsquoll cook it for you in a local restaurant Straight from the sea to the table

middot2middot Fall in love

with barcelonafrom above

middot3middot OFF the beatentrack

aboard a fishing boatClimb

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Discover

Tossa de Mar with a local one of the most magical places on the Cos-ta Brava Yoursquoll go on a boat trip eat a typical fishermanrsquos lunch and spend the day getting to know all the cul-tural treasures of Tossa (We warn you yoursquoll fall in love with this place)

Enjoy intimate concerts in an alter-native bar with an indie atmosphere Heliogaacutebal (a hipsterrsquos paradise)

A blues-lover will take you to the most authentic and local blues bars in the city where yoursquoll meet and enjoy a drink with the local musicians

The secrets of flamenco with a tra-ditional singer and dancer ldquobailaorardquo iexclOle Queacute arte

stop for awhile and listen to the musicians and groups that play on the streets classic music swinghellip awesome

So far so close

Escape to Montserrat (mountain) and Sitges (sea) the best combina-tion for sheer contrast

Spectacular Horseback riding tour among vineyards (yoursquoll feel like an important landowner) and take part in a wine tasting session

middot4middot Best

day tripsfrom

barcelona

middot5middot the sounds of BARCELONA

Places that Catalan people love to go

Cadaqueacutes - the village that inspired Daliacute - and the entire Empordagrave area (the Catalan tuscany) Even better - La Cerdantildea only one and a half hours away from Barcelona perfect for adventure activities

Catalonia is not only Barcelona

so catch a train get on a coach

and visit some of these jewels we guarantee Itrsquos worth it

Enjoy

Learn If yoursquore by the Cathedral

Blues in your soul

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

(now the number 1 drink in Spain

followed by beer)hellip middot6middot

BARCELONArsquoS NIGHTLIFE

Get to know The most underground clubs of the city Stay until your body says ldquoenoughrdquo

Letrsquos start with a great Gin amp Tonic

iexclLetrsquos move the body

Hang out with a DJ Cultura y copas

Culture and drinks are combined in this an uncon-ventional tour with locals Get to know the bars the great artists of the city used to frequent

If you are around Raval

The Bar Oliacutempic has become the cool meeting point nowadays but there are always the classics like the Betty Ford Negroni Tahitiacute or 3345

Gracia Quarter

Bobby Gin Bar in the Gragravecia neighborhood is the perfect place Classy drinks and excellent servicehellip a place with an underground touch )

Another option is Condes de Barcelona Hotel where you can have a great Gin amp Tonic while you enjoy stunning views of the city

Like a local

And if yoursquore in the mood for something more re-laxed and different join some locals on their private terrace and enjoy a homemade Gin amp Tonic and some sushi )

In the upper part you can find the classic Otto Zutz or more

posh places like Bling Bling Sutton or Luz de Gas If you

go downtown and you want a decidedly bizarre but unique

experience - involving Drag Queens all things Kitsch and

music you can dance to - Cangrejo is the place for you

Go to sleep with a full belly Have some

delicious ldquochocolate churrosrdquo in the traditional

Churreriacutea ldquoel Treacutebolrdquo and sleep like a baby

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

middot7middot FILL YOUR

SUITCASE WITH LOCAL FASHION

Go on this Slow shoping route with a young fashion designer Yoursquoll go to the best boutiques and if yoursquod like you can also visit her studio and see the clothes she designs Simply perfect

middotLadyLoquitamiddot Clothes and accessories for the

most romantic women (yoursquoll travel in time)

middotLimited Editionsmiddot For all those shoes amp sneakers

freaks yoursquoll find the most exclusive ones here

middotRock Babymiddot Stylish punk and alternative clothes for

babies and kids

middotLes Toppetesmiddot More than simply a perfumery and

lotrsquos more

Donrsquot missDiscover the vintage interior design stores in Sant Antoni and Raval with a cool hunter la Valnot El Recibidor and donrsquot forget to go to Cash Depot that kind of warehouse that will surprise you with all the forgotten gems yoursquoll find inside

Enjoy an alternative tour to the most exclusive stores guided by an expert local stylist If you fancy a haircut why donrsquot you have it in a different place like La Poupee or La Pelu

Go crazy with these stores hellip

ldquoShopping routerdquo

Alternative tour

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Donrsquot miss the expos at CCCB and the Filmoteca cinema courses very close to each other in the creative Raval neighbor-hood

Yoursquoll definitely be surprised by this space for ldquointeraction and creationrdquo called Bigote de Sentildeor Smith art gallery shop for handmade products workshops and bar (you have to venture inside to know whatrsquos going on)

To top it all off you can eat or have a beer in the mythical 4 Gats where artists such as Picasso and Santiago Russinyol used to relax

Follow the steps of the three most em-blematic gay artists - Ocantildea Jean Genet and Keith Haring - with an art collector

Some free and very interesting Art galleries H2o Toni Tagravepies o ADN (among many others)

Take part in a rehearsal for one of the most spectacular local traditions ldquoCastellersrdquo (human towers) You can join a ldquoCollardquo (a group of people who build ldquocas-tellsrdquo) and get an insiderrsquos pers-pective of true Catalan culture

St Johnrsquos eve Fireworks firecrackers bonfires ldquoCoca de lladronsrdquo (a special sweet) topped off with a crazy party on the beach to celebrate the arrival of Summer BOOM

La Diada the national festivity in Catalonia (we celebrate a defeat itrsquos just the way we are)

From the 14th to the 21st of August come and celebrate the traditional fiesta of Gracia (another Barcelona neighborhood) with a local resident (the most popular party in Barcelona)

Fiestas de ldquoLa Merceacuterdquo Barcelonarsquos patron saint popular culture concerts more fireworkshellip Barcelona on the streets

If yoursquod like to know more about upcoming events in Barcelona Email us at supporttrip4real or call us on +34 629 677 039 wersquoll be glad to help you and answer any questions you might have

middot8middot EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE EVERYWHERE

middot9middot Feel the catalan traditions

Why donrsquot you Visit the studio of a well-known sculptor and create a work of art with him

CCCB

galeriacuteas de arte gratis

Bigote de Sentildeor Smith

for sculpture lovers

A Highly recommended tour

Mythical

Save the date

23June

14-21august

11September

24september

ldquoCastellersrdquo

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist

Page 3: Guide to Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

ldquoPatatas Bravasrdquo at the mythical

Bar Tomaacutes the most traditional and best

Tapeo tour with locals (often the less glamo-rous bars are the ones with the best tapas)

A real Paella at Xagravetiva restaurant in Gracia (no sea views but the most unique Paellas in the world - they have more than 20

different paellas to choose from)

The fried egg carpaccio with shrimps and potatoes at Bar Mut

Cafegrave Pagegraves an authentic and very local restaurant in Gracia with excellent seasonal market food

Eat savor and enjoy a delicious paella that you cook yourself at home with a

lovely chef the great Marta

Really delicioushellip Bueno bonito y barato

An undiscovered gem

Mar y Rufo a very original small and not very glamorous bar where you will be ser-ved authentic seasonal fresh market cui-sine It is located right next to the Santa Caterina market and hosts Pablo and Samu will make you feel completely at home A little bit expensive but worth every euro

On Sundays you canrsquot misshellip

The traditional vermouth route Catalan people love to start the day with a vermouth (it starts at noon but we donrsquot know when it ends)

La Barceloneta much more than a paella

Cafeacute Kafka in this restaurant yoursquoll feel like yoursquore in a French bistro Very chic (Tip Itrsquos perfect for dinner)

Donrsquot forget the Juanita Lalaacute with delicious Mediterranean food and cocktails at good prices Plus live DJ sessions

The most ldquoinrdquo among locals

Martiacutenez a quality ldquochiringuitordquo (beach bar) specialising in rice dishes And whatrsquos left to say about the Pez Vela Except itrsquos loved by both locals and ldquoguirisrdquo alike (foreigners)

middot1middot EAT BARCELONA

IN A MOUTHFUL

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

In the Carmelo neighborhood you can still find the remains of bunkers that were used during the Civil War From there you can enjoy a stunning 360ordm panoramic view of the city

and outdoor activities you can go running in the Collserola Natural Park - a fa-

vourite of Barcelona locals From there yoursquoll enjoy stunning views of the city while exercising at the same time )

Or maybe you prefer going for a walk whilst marvelling at the views In that case we recommend a walk through

Carretera de les Aiguumles with a local

A Secret place If you are into sports

visit a

Get to know Las Ramblas

With a local architect who will also take you to private houses built hundreds of years ago where yoursquoll meet the unique characters that still reside in them

If you are into Barccedila

(the soccer club) discover some local secrets about the history of the club with a secret tour in the old quarter

Experience A different tour in the city center

Get rid of your maps and travel gui-des and put yourself in the hands of a local expert in art and history Discover the sights and secrets of the neighborhood ldquofrom the horsersquos mouthrdquo

famous designerrsquos studio and create your own artwork

Enjoy a walk in theGothic neighborhood with

a photographer that lives in the area Joan will make sure you take home some incredible pictures of

the most enchanting places

in the port pick up the dayrsquos catch and get to know how Barcelonarsquos fish market works The best thing is that you get to choose your fish and theyrsquoll cook it for you in a local restaurant Straight from the sea to the table

middot2middot Fall in love

with barcelonafrom above

middot3middot OFF the beatentrack

aboard a fishing boatClimb

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Discover

Tossa de Mar with a local one of the most magical places on the Cos-ta Brava Yoursquoll go on a boat trip eat a typical fishermanrsquos lunch and spend the day getting to know all the cul-tural treasures of Tossa (We warn you yoursquoll fall in love with this place)

Enjoy intimate concerts in an alter-native bar with an indie atmosphere Heliogaacutebal (a hipsterrsquos paradise)

A blues-lover will take you to the most authentic and local blues bars in the city where yoursquoll meet and enjoy a drink with the local musicians

The secrets of flamenco with a tra-ditional singer and dancer ldquobailaorardquo iexclOle Queacute arte

stop for awhile and listen to the musicians and groups that play on the streets classic music swinghellip awesome

So far so close

Escape to Montserrat (mountain) and Sitges (sea) the best combina-tion for sheer contrast

Spectacular Horseback riding tour among vineyards (yoursquoll feel like an important landowner) and take part in a wine tasting session

middot4middot Best

day tripsfrom

barcelona

middot5middot the sounds of BARCELONA

Places that Catalan people love to go

Cadaqueacutes - the village that inspired Daliacute - and the entire Empordagrave area (the Catalan tuscany) Even better - La Cerdantildea only one and a half hours away from Barcelona perfect for adventure activities

Catalonia is not only Barcelona

so catch a train get on a coach

and visit some of these jewels we guarantee Itrsquos worth it

Enjoy

Learn If yoursquore by the Cathedral

Blues in your soul

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

(now the number 1 drink in Spain

followed by beer)hellip middot6middot

BARCELONArsquoS NIGHTLIFE

Get to know The most underground clubs of the city Stay until your body says ldquoenoughrdquo

Letrsquos start with a great Gin amp Tonic

iexclLetrsquos move the body

Hang out with a DJ Cultura y copas

Culture and drinks are combined in this an uncon-ventional tour with locals Get to know the bars the great artists of the city used to frequent

If you are around Raval

The Bar Oliacutempic has become the cool meeting point nowadays but there are always the classics like the Betty Ford Negroni Tahitiacute or 3345

Gracia Quarter

Bobby Gin Bar in the Gragravecia neighborhood is the perfect place Classy drinks and excellent servicehellip a place with an underground touch )

Another option is Condes de Barcelona Hotel where you can have a great Gin amp Tonic while you enjoy stunning views of the city

Like a local

And if yoursquore in the mood for something more re-laxed and different join some locals on their private terrace and enjoy a homemade Gin amp Tonic and some sushi )

In the upper part you can find the classic Otto Zutz or more

posh places like Bling Bling Sutton or Luz de Gas If you

go downtown and you want a decidedly bizarre but unique

experience - involving Drag Queens all things Kitsch and

music you can dance to - Cangrejo is the place for you

Go to sleep with a full belly Have some

delicious ldquochocolate churrosrdquo in the traditional

Churreriacutea ldquoel Treacutebolrdquo and sleep like a baby

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

middot7middot FILL YOUR

SUITCASE WITH LOCAL FASHION

Go on this Slow shoping route with a young fashion designer Yoursquoll go to the best boutiques and if yoursquod like you can also visit her studio and see the clothes she designs Simply perfect

middotLadyLoquitamiddot Clothes and accessories for the

most romantic women (yoursquoll travel in time)

middotLimited Editionsmiddot For all those shoes amp sneakers

freaks yoursquoll find the most exclusive ones here

middotRock Babymiddot Stylish punk and alternative clothes for

babies and kids

middotLes Toppetesmiddot More than simply a perfumery and

lotrsquos more

Donrsquot missDiscover the vintage interior design stores in Sant Antoni and Raval with a cool hunter la Valnot El Recibidor and donrsquot forget to go to Cash Depot that kind of warehouse that will surprise you with all the forgotten gems yoursquoll find inside

Enjoy an alternative tour to the most exclusive stores guided by an expert local stylist If you fancy a haircut why donrsquot you have it in a different place like La Poupee or La Pelu

Go crazy with these stores hellip

ldquoShopping routerdquo

Alternative tour

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Donrsquot miss the expos at CCCB and the Filmoteca cinema courses very close to each other in the creative Raval neighbor-hood

Yoursquoll definitely be surprised by this space for ldquointeraction and creationrdquo called Bigote de Sentildeor Smith art gallery shop for handmade products workshops and bar (you have to venture inside to know whatrsquos going on)

To top it all off you can eat or have a beer in the mythical 4 Gats where artists such as Picasso and Santiago Russinyol used to relax

Follow the steps of the three most em-blematic gay artists - Ocantildea Jean Genet and Keith Haring - with an art collector

Some free and very interesting Art galleries H2o Toni Tagravepies o ADN (among many others)

Take part in a rehearsal for one of the most spectacular local traditions ldquoCastellersrdquo (human towers) You can join a ldquoCollardquo (a group of people who build ldquocas-tellsrdquo) and get an insiderrsquos pers-pective of true Catalan culture

St Johnrsquos eve Fireworks firecrackers bonfires ldquoCoca de lladronsrdquo (a special sweet) topped off with a crazy party on the beach to celebrate the arrival of Summer BOOM

La Diada the national festivity in Catalonia (we celebrate a defeat itrsquos just the way we are)

From the 14th to the 21st of August come and celebrate the traditional fiesta of Gracia (another Barcelona neighborhood) with a local resident (the most popular party in Barcelona)

Fiestas de ldquoLa Merceacuterdquo Barcelonarsquos patron saint popular culture concerts more fireworkshellip Barcelona on the streets

If yoursquod like to know more about upcoming events in Barcelona Email us at supporttrip4real or call us on +34 629 677 039 wersquoll be glad to help you and answer any questions you might have

middot8middot EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE EVERYWHERE

middot9middot Feel the catalan traditions

Why donrsquot you Visit the studio of a well-known sculptor and create a work of art with him

CCCB

galeriacuteas de arte gratis

Bigote de Sentildeor Smith

for sculpture lovers

A Highly recommended tour

Mythical

Save the date

23June

14-21august

11September

24september

ldquoCastellersrdquo

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist

Page 4: Guide to Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

In the Carmelo neighborhood you can still find the remains of bunkers that were used during the Civil War From there you can enjoy a stunning 360ordm panoramic view of the city

and outdoor activities you can go running in the Collserola Natural Park - a fa-

vourite of Barcelona locals From there yoursquoll enjoy stunning views of the city while exercising at the same time )

Or maybe you prefer going for a walk whilst marvelling at the views In that case we recommend a walk through

Carretera de les Aiguumles with a local

A Secret place If you are into sports

visit a

Get to know Las Ramblas

With a local architect who will also take you to private houses built hundreds of years ago where yoursquoll meet the unique characters that still reside in them

If you are into Barccedila

(the soccer club) discover some local secrets about the history of the club with a secret tour in the old quarter

Experience A different tour in the city center

Get rid of your maps and travel gui-des and put yourself in the hands of a local expert in art and history Discover the sights and secrets of the neighborhood ldquofrom the horsersquos mouthrdquo

famous designerrsquos studio and create your own artwork

Enjoy a walk in theGothic neighborhood with

a photographer that lives in the area Joan will make sure you take home some incredible pictures of

the most enchanting places

in the port pick up the dayrsquos catch and get to know how Barcelonarsquos fish market works The best thing is that you get to choose your fish and theyrsquoll cook it for you in a local restaurant Straight from the sea to the table

middot2middot Fall in love

with barcelonafrom above

middot3middot OFF the beatentrack

aboard a fishing boatClimb

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Discover

Tossa de Mar with a local one of the most magical places on the Cos-ta Brava Yoursquoll go on a boat trip eat a typical fishermanrsquos lunch and spend the day getting to know all the cul-tural treasures of Tossa (We warn you yoursquoll fall in love with this place)

Enjoy intimate concerts in an alter-native bar with an indie atmosphere Heliogaacutebal (a hipsterrsquos paradise)

A blues-lover will take you to the most authentic and local blues bars in the city where yoursquoll meet and enjoy a drink with the local musicians

The secrets of flamenco with a tra-ditional singer and dancer ldquobailaorardquo iexclOle Queacute arte

stop for awhile and listen to the musicians and groups that play on the streets classic music swinghellip awesome

So far so close

Escape to Montserrat (mountain) and Sitges (sea) the best combina-tion for sheer contrast

Spectacular Horseback riding tour among vineyards (yoursquoll feel like an important landowner) and take part in a wine tasting session

middot4middot Best

day tripsfrom

barcelona

middot5middot the sounds of BARCELONA

Places that Catalan people love to go

Cadaqueacutes - the village that inspired Daliacute - and the entire Empordagrave area (the Catalan tuscany) Even better - La Cerdantildea only one and a half hours away from Barcelona perfect for adventure activities

Catalonia is not only Barcelona

so catch a train get on a coach

and visit some of these jewels we guarantee Itrsquos worth it

Enjoy

Learn If yoursquore by the Cathedral

Blues in your soul

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

(now the number 1 drink in Spain

followed by beer)hellip middot6middot

BARCELONArsquoS NIGHTLIFE

Get to know The most underground clubs of the city Stay until your body says ldquoenoughrdquo

Letrsquos start with a great Gin amp Tonic

iexclLetrsquos move the body

Hang out with a DJ Cultura y copas

Culture and drinks are combined in this an uncon-ventional tour with locals Get to know the bars the great artists of the city used to frequent

If you are around Raval

The Bar Oliacutempic has become the cool meeting point nowadays but there are always the classics like the Betty Ford Negroni Tahitiacute or 3345

Gracia Quarter

Bobby Gin Bar in the Gragravecia neighborhood is the perfect place Classy drinks and excellent servicehellip a place with an underground touch )

Another option is Condes de Barcelona Hotel where you can have a great Gin amp Tonic while you enjoy stunning views of the city

Like a local

And if yoursquore in the mood for something more re-laxed and different join some locals on their private terrace and enjoy a homemade Gin amp Tonic and some sushi )

In the upper part you can find the classic Otto Zutz or more

posh places like Bling Bling Sutton or Luz de Gas If you

go downtown and you want a decidedly bizarre but unique

experience - involving Drag Queens all things Kitsch and

music you can dance to - Cangrejo is the place for you

Go to sleep with a full belly Have some

delicious ldquochocolate churrosrdquo in the traditional

Churreriacutea ldquoel Treacutebolrdquo and sleep like a baby

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

middot7middot FILL YOUR

SUITCASE WITH LOCAL FASHION

Go on this Slow shoping route with a young fashion designer Yoursquoll go to the best boutiques and if yoursquod like you can also visit her studio and see the clothes she designs Simply perfect

middotLadyLoquitamiddot Clothes and accessories for the

most romantic women (yoursquoll travel in time)

middotLimited Editionsmiddot For all those shoes amp sneakers

freaks yoursquoll find the most exclusive ones here

middotRock Babymiddot Stylish punk and alternative clothes for

babies and kids

middotLes Toppetesmiddot More than simply a perfumery and

lotrsquos more

Donrsquot missDiscover the vintage interior design stores in Sant Antoni and Raval with a cool hunter la Valnot El Recibidor and donrsquot forget to go to Cash Depot that kind of warehouse that will surprise you with all the forgotten gems yoursquoll find inside

Enjoy an alternative tour to the most exclusive stores guided by an expert local stylist If you fancy a haircut why donrsquot you have it in a different place like La Poupee or La Pelu

Go crazy with these stores hellip

ldquoShopping routerdquo

Alternative tour

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Donrsquot miss the expos at CCCB and the Filmoteca cinema courses very close to each other in the creative Raval neighbor-hood

Yoursquoll definitely be surprised by this space for ldquointeraction and creationrdquo called Bigote de Sentildeor Smith art gallery shop for handmade products workshops and bar (you have to venture inside to know whatrsquos going on)

To top it all off you can eat or have a beer in the mythical 4 Gats where artists such as Picasso and Santiago Russinyol used to relax

Follow the steps of the three most em-blematic gay artists - Ocantildea Jean Genet and Keith Haring - with an art collector

Some free and very interesting Art galleries H2o Toni Tagravepies o ADN (among many others)

Take part in a rehearsal for one of the most spectacular local traditions ldquoCastellersrdquo (human towers) You can join a ldquoCollardquo (a group of people who build ldquocas-tellsrdquo) and get an insiderrsquos pers-pective of true Catalan culture

St Johnrsquos eve Fireworks firecrackers bonfires ldquoCoca de lladronsrdquo (a special sweet) topped off with a crazy party on the beach to celebrate the arrival of Summer BOOM

La Diada the national festivity in Catalonia (we celebrate a defeat itrsquos just the way we are)

From the 14th to the 21st of August come and celebrate the traditional fiesta of Gracia (another Barcelona neighborhood) with a local resident (the most popular party in Barcelona)

Fiestas de ldquoLa Merceacuterdquo Barcelonarsquos patron saint popular culture concerts more fireworkshellip Barcelona on the streets

If yoursquod like to know more about upcoming events in Barcelona Email us at supporttrip4real or call us on +34 629 677 039 wersquoll be glad to help you and answer any questions you might have

middot8middot EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE EVERYWHERE

middot9middot Feel the catalan traditions

Why donrsquot you Visit the studio of a well-known sculptor and create a work of art with him

CCCB

galeriacuteas de arte gratis

Bigote de Sentildeor Smith

for sculpture lovers

A Highly recommended tour

Mythical

Save the date

23June

14-21august

11September

24september

ldquoCastellersrdquo

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist

Page 5: Guide to Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Discover

Tossa de Mar with a local one of the most magical places on the Cos-ta Brava Yoursquoll go on a boat trip eat a typical fishermanrsquos lunch and spend the day getting to know all the cul-tural treasures of Tossa (We warn you yoursquoll fall in love with this place)

Enjoy intimate concerts in an alter-native bar with an indie atmosphere Heliogaacutebal (a hipsterrsquos paradise)

A blues-lover will take you to the most authentic and local blues bars in the city where yoursquoll meet and enjoy a drink with the local musicians

The secrets of flamenco with a tra-ditional singer and dancer ldquobailaorardquo iexclOle Queacute arte

stop for awhile and listen to the musicians and groups that play on the streets classic music swinghellip awesome

So far so close

Escape to Montserrat (mountain) and Sitges (sea) the best combina-tion for sheer contrast

Spectacular Horseback riding tour among vineyards (yoursquoll feel like an important landowner) and take part in a wine tasting session

middot4middot Best

day tripsfrom

barcelona

middot5middot the sounds of BARCELONA

Places that Catalan people love to go

Cadaqueacutes - the village that inspired Daliacute - and the entire Empordagrave area (the Catalan tuscany) Even better - La Cerdantildea only one and a half hours away from Barcelona perfect for adventure activities

Catalonia is not only Barcelona

so catch a train get on a coach

and visit some of these jewels we guarantee Itrsquos worth it

Enjoy

Learn If yoursquore by the Cathedral

Blues in your soul

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

(now the number 1 drink in Spain

followed by beer)hellip middot6middot

BARCELONArsquoS NIGHTLIFE

Get to know The most underground clubs of the city Stay until your body says ldquoenoughrdquo

Letrsquos start with a great Gin amp Tonic

iexclLetrsquos move the body

Hang out with a DJ Cultura y copas

Culture and drinks are combined in this an uncon-ventional tour with locals Get to know the bars the great artists of the city used to frequent

If you are around Raval

The Bar Oliacutempic has become the cool meeting point nowadays but there are always the classics like the Betty Ford Negroni Tahitiacute or 3345

Gracia Quarter

Bobby Gin Bar in the Gragravecia neighborhood is the perfect place Classy drinks and excellent servicehellip a place with an underground touch )

Another option is Condes de Barcelona Hotel where you can have a great Gin amp Tonic while you enjoy stunning views of the city

Like a local

And if yoursquore in the mood for something more re-laxed and different join some locals on their private terrace and enjoy a homemade Gin amp Tonic and some sushi )

In the upper part you can find the classic Otto Zutz or more

posh places like Bling Bling Sutton or Luz de Gas If you

go downtown and you want a decidedly bizarre but unique

experience - involving Drag Queens all things Kitsch and

music you can dance to - Cangrejo is the place for you

Go to sleep with a full belly Have some

delicious ldquochocolate churrosrdquo in the traditional

Churreriacutea ldquoel Treacutebolrdquo and sleep like a baby

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

middot7middot FILL YOUR

SUITCASE WITH LOCAL FASHION

Go on this Slow shoping route with a young fashion designer Yoursquoll go to the best boutiques and if yoursquod like you can also visit her studio and see the clothes she designs Simply perfect

middotLadyLoquitamiddot Clothes and accessories for the

most romantic women (yoursquoll travel in time)

middotLimited Editionsmiddot For all those shoes amp sneakers

freaks yoursquoll find the most exclusive ones here

middotRock Babymiddot Stylish punk and alternative clothes for

babies and kids

middotLes Toppetesmiddot More than simply a perfumery and

lotrsquos more

Donrsquot missDiscover the vintage interior design stores in Sant Antoni and Raval with a cool hunter la Valnot El Recibidor and donrsquot forget to go to Cash Depot that kind of warehouse that will surprise you with all the forgotten gems yoursquoll find inside

Enjoy an alternative tour to the most exclusive stores guided by an expert local stylist If you fancy a haircut why donrsquot you have it in a different place like La Poupee or La Pelu

Go crazy with these stores hellip

ldquoShopping routerdquo

Alternative tour

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Donrsquot miss the expos at CCCB and the Filmoteca cinema courses very close to each other in the creative Raval neighbor-hood

Yoursquoll definitely be surprised by this space for ldquointeraction and creationrdquo called Bigote de Sentildeor Smith art gallery shop for handmade products workshops and bar (you have to venture inside to know whatrsquos going on)

To top it all off you can eat or have a beer in the mythical 4 Gats where artists such as Picasso and Santiago Russinyol used to relax

Follow the steps of the three most em-blematic gay artists - Ocantildea Jean Genet and Keith Haring - with an art collector

Some free and very interesting Art galleries H2o Toni Tagravepies o ADN (among many others)

Take part in a rehearsal for one of the most spectacular local traditions ldquoCastellersrdquo (human towers) You can join a ldquoCollardquo (a group of people who build ldquocas-tellsrdquo) and get an insiderrsquos pers-pective of true Catalan culture

St Johnrsquos eve Fireworks firecrackers bonfires ldquoCoca de lladronsrdquo (a special sweet) topped off with a crazy party on the beach to celebrate the arrival of Summer BOOM

La Diada the national festivity in Catalonia (we celebrate a defeat itrsquos just the way we are)

From the 14th to the 21st of August come and celebrate the traditional fiesta of Gracia (another Barcelona neighborhood) with a local resident (the most popular party in Barcelona)

Fiestas de ldquoLa Merceacuterdquo Barcelonarsquos patron saint popular culture concerts more fireworkshellip Barcelona on the streets

If yoursquod like to know more about upcoming events in Barcelona Email us at supporttrip4real or call us on +34 629 677 039 wersquoll be glad to help you and answer any questions you might have

middot8middot EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE EVERYWHERE

middot9middot Feel the catalan traditions

Why donrsquot you Visit the studio of a well-known sculptor and create a work of art with him

CCCB

galeriacuteas de arte gratis

Bigote de Sentildeor Smith

for sculpture lovers

A Highly recommended tour

Mythical

Save the date

23June

14-21august

11September

24september

ldquoCastellersrdquo

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist

Page 6: Guide to Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

(now the number 1 drink in Spain

followed by beer)hellip middot6middot

BARCELONArsquoS NIGHTLIFE

Get to know The most underground clubs of the city Stay until your body says ldquoenoughrdquo

Letrsquos start with a great Gin amp Tonic

iexclLetrsquos move the body

Hang out with a DJ Cultura y copas

Culture and drinks are combined in this an uncon-ventional tour with locals Get to know the bars the great artists of the city used to frequent

If you are around Raval

The Bar Oliacutempic has become the cool meeting point nowadays but there are always the classics like the Betty Ford Negroni Tahitiacute or 3345

Gracia Quarter

Bobby Gin Bar in the Gragravecia neighborhood is the perfect place Classy drinks and excellent servicehellip a place with an underground touch )

Another option is Condes de Barcelona Hotel where you can have a great Gin amp Tonic while you enjoy stunning views of the city

Like a local

And if yoursquore in the mood for something more re-laxed and different join some locals on their private terrace and enjoy a homemade Gin amp Tonic and some sushi )

In the upper part you can find the classic Otto Zutz or more

posh places like Bling Bling Sutton or Luz de Gas If you

go downtown and you want a decidedly bizarre but unique

experience - involving Drag Queens all things Kitsch and

music you can dance to - Cangrejo is the place for you

Go to sleep with a full belly Have some

delicious ldquochocolate churrosrdquo in the traditional

Churreriacutea ldquoel Treacutebolrdquo and sleep like a baby

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

middot7middot FILL YOUR

SUITCASE WITH LOCAL FASHION

Go on this Slow shoping route with a young fashion designer Yoursquoll go to the best boutiques and if yoursquod like you can also visit her studio and see the clothes she designs Simply perfect

middotLadyLoquitamiddot Clothes and accessories for the

most romantic women (yoursquoll travel in time)

middotLimited Editionsmiddot For all those shoes amp sneakers

freaks yoursquoll find the most exclusive ones here

middotRock Babymiddot Stylish punk and alternative clothes for

babies and kids

middotLes Toppetesmiddot More than simply a perfumery and

lotrsquos more

Donrsquot missDiscover the vintage interior design stores in Sant Antoni and Raval with a cool hunter la Valnot El Recibidor and donrsquot forget to go to Cash Depot that kind of warehouse that will surprise you with all the forgotten gems yoursquoll find inside

Enjoy an alternative tour to the most exclusive stores guided by an expert local stylist If you fancy a haircut why donrsquot you have it in a different place like La Poupee or La Pelu

Go crazy with these stores hellip

ldquoShopping routerdquo

Alternative tour

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Donrsquot miss the expos at CCCB and the Filmoteca cinema courses very close to each other in the creative Raval neighbor-hood

Yoursquoll definitely be surprised by this space for ldquointeraction and creationrdquo called Bigote de Sentildeor Smith art gallery shop for handmade products workshops and bar (you have to venture inside to know whatrsquos going on)

To top it all off you can eat or have a beer in the mythical 4 Gats where artists such as Picasso and Santiago Russinyol used to relax

Follow the steps of the three most em-blematic gay artists - Ocantildea Jean Genet and Keith Haring - with an art collector

Some free and very interesting Art galleries H2o Toni Tagravepies o ADN (among many others)

Take part in a rehearsal for one of the most spectacular local traditions ldquoCastellersrdquo (human towers) You can join a ldquoCollardquo (a group of people who build ldquocas-tellsrdquo) and get an insiderrsquos pers-pective of true Catalan culture

St Johnrsquos eve Fireworks firecrackers bonfires ldquoCoca de lladronsrdquo (a special sweet) topped off with a crazy party on the beach to celebrate the arrival of Summer BOOM

La Diada the national festivity in Catalonia (we celebrate a defeat itrsquos just the way we are)

From the 14th to the 21st of August come and celebrate the traditional fiesta of Gracia (another Barcelona neighborhood) with a local resident (the most popular party in Barcelona)

Fiestas de ldquoLa Merceacuterdquo Barcelonarsquos patron saint popular culture concerts more fireworkshellip Barcelona on the streets

If yoursquod like to know more about upcoming events in Barcelona Email us at supporttrip4real or call us on +34 629 677 039 wersquoll be glad to help you and answer any questions you might have

middot8middot EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE EVERYWHERE

middot9middot Feel the catalan traditions

Why donrsquot you Visit the studio of a well-known sculptor and create a work of art with him

CCCB

galeriacuteas de arte gratis

Bigote de Sentildeor Smith

for sculpture lovers

A Highly recommended tour

Mythical

Save the date

23June

14-21august

11September

24september

ldquoCastellersrdquo

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist

Page 7: Guide to Secret Barcelona

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10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

middot7middot FILL YOUR

SUITCASE WITH LOCAL FASHION

Go on this Slow shoping route with a young fashion designer Yoursquoll go to the best boutiques and if yoursquod like you can also visit her studio and see the clothes she designs Simply perfect

middotLadyLoquitamiddot Clothes and accessories for the

most romantic women (yoursquoll travel in time)

middotLimited Editionsmiddot For all those shoes amp sneakers

freaks yoursquoll find the most exclusive ones here

middotRock Babymiddot Stylish punk and alternative clothes for

babies and kids

middotLes Toppetesmiddot More than simply a perfumery and

lotrsquos more

Donrsquot missDiscover the vintage interior design stores in Sant Antoni and Raval with a cool hunter la Valnot El Recibidor and donrsquot forget to go to Cash Depot that kind of warehouse that will surprise you with all the forgotten gems yoursquoll find inside

Enjoy an alternative tour to the most exclusive stores guided by an expert local stylist If you fancy a haircut why donrsquot you have it in a different place like La Poupee or La Pelu

Go crazy with these stores hellip

ldquoShopping routerdquo

Alternative tour

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Donrsquot miss the expos at CCCB and the Filmoteca cinema courses very close to each other in the creative Raval neighbor-hood

Yoursquoll definitely be surprised by this space for ldquointeraction and creationrdquo called Bigote de Sentildeor Smith art gallery shop for handmade products workshops and bar (you have to venture inside to know whatrsquos going on)

To top it all off you can eat or have a beer in the mythical 4 Gats where artists such as Picasso and Santiago Russinyol used to relax

Follow the steps of the three most em-blematic gay artists - Ocantildea Jean Genet and Keith Haring - with an art collector

Some free and very interesting Art galleries H2o Toni Tagravepies o ADN (among many others)

Take part in a rehearsal for one of the most spectacular local traditions ldquoCastellersrdquo (human towers) You can join a ldquoCollardquo (a group of people who build ldquocas-tellsrdquo) and get an insiderrsquos pers-pective of true Catalan culture

St Johnrsquos eve Fireworks firecrackers bonfires ldquoCoca de lladronsrdquo (a special sweet) topped off with a crazy party on the beach to celebrate the arrival of Summer BOOM

La Diada the national festivity in Catalonia (we celebrate a defeat itrsquos just the way we are)

From the 14th to the 21st of August come and celebrate the traditional fiesta of Gracia (another Barcelona neighborhood) with a local resident (the most popular party in Barcelona)

Fiestas de ldquoLa Merceacuterdquo Barcelonarsquos patron saint popular culture concerts more fireworkshellip Barcelona on the streets

If yoursquod like to know more about upcoming events in Barcelona Email us at supporttrip4real or call us on +34 629 677 039 wersquoll be glad to help you and answer any questions you might have

middot8middot EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE EVERYWHERE

middot9middot Feel the catalan traditions

Why donrsquot you Visit the studio of a well-known sculptor and create a work of art with him

CCCB

galeriacuteas de arte gratis

Bigote de Sentildeor Smith

for sculpture lovers

A Highly recommended tour

Mythical

Save the date

23June

14-21august

11September

24september

ldquoCastellersrdquo

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist

Page 8: Guide to Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

Donrsquot miss the expos at CCCB and the Filmoteca cinema courses very close to each other in the creative Raval neighbor-hood

Yoursquoll definitely be surprised by this space for ldquointeraction and creationrdquo called Bigote de Sentildeor Smith art gallery shop for handmade products workshops and bar (you have to venture inside to know whatrsquos going on)

To top it all off you can eat or have a beer in the mythical 4 Gats where artists such as Picasso and Santiago Russinyol used to relax

Follow the steps of the three most em-blematic gay artists - Ocantildea Jean Genet and Keith Haring - with an art collector

Some free and very interesting Art galleries H2o Toni Tagravepies o ADN (among many others)

Take part in a rehearsal for one of the most spectacular local traditions ldquoCastellersrdquo (human towers) You can join a ldquoCollardquo (a group of people who build ldquocas-tellsrdquo) and get an insiderrsquos pers-pective of true Catalan culture

St Johnrsquos eve Fireworks firecrackers bonfires ldquoCoca de lladronsrdquo (a special sweet) topped off with a crazy party on the beach to celebrate the arrival of Summer BOOM

La Diada the national festivity in Catalonia (we celebrate a defeat itrsquos just the way we are)

From the 14th to the 21st of August come and celebrate the traditional fiesta of Gracia (another Barcelona neighborhood) with a local resident (the most popular party in Barcelona)

Fiestas de ldquoLa Merceacuterdquo Barcelonarsquos patron saint popular culture concerts more fireworkshellip Barcelona on the streets

If yoursquod like to know more about upcoming events in Barcelona Email us at supporttrip4real or call us on +34 629 677 039 wersquoll be glad to help you and answer any questions you might have

middot8middot EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE EVERYWHERE

middot9middot Feel the catalan traditions

Why donrsquot you Visit the studio of a well-known sculptor and create a work of art with him

CCCB

galeriacuteas de arte gratis

Bigote de Sentildeor Smith

for sculpture lovers

A Highly recommended tour

Mythical

Save the date

23June

14-21august

11September

24september

ldquoCastellersrdquo

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist

Page 9: Guide to Secret Barcelona

infotrip4realcom T +34 629 677 039

10 ldquoMUSTSrdquo YOU CANrsquoT MISS

This is just a guide the real Barcelona like any other place in the world lies in its people Find a local make new friends and take home with you some unique experiences from the real Barcelona )

Discover hundreds more activities like this at Trip4realcom

middot10middot TRAVEL

LIKE A LOCAL

And when yoursquore leaving

iexclThere is SO much more to see than just the city center )

but ldquosee you soonrdquo never say ldquogoodbyerdquo

Say ldquosi us plaurdquo and ldquomercirdquo instead of please and thanks

Bar Tomaacutes in Sarria has the best bravas

in Barcelona

Always wear sun-screen on the beach

30 euros is too expen-sive for Sangria and

Paella

Raval has beautiful shops to visit

Turoacute de la Rovira has the best views of

Barcelona

If you say in a taxi ldquotinc una mica de pres-sardquo it will be quicker

Go by foot to the Gothic Quarter and

Born

The Mexican hat is from Mexico

Vermut tastes better than sangria

Close your bag

Avoid Sagrada Familiarsquos queue buying tickets on

the internet

Rememberhellip

Donrsquot be (just) a tourist