Downtown Barcelona
Barcelona
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Popular places to visit
La Rambla
These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers.
Barcelona Cathedral
Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.
Boqueria Market
Allow your senses to run wild as you explore the energetic and colorful food stands and tapas bars of Barcelona’s principal food market.
Picasso Museum
See childhood drawings by Spain’s most important artist at this museum in Barcelona’s old town.
Palau de la Música Catalana
This concert hall is an awe-inspiring example of modernist architecture. Tour the building or get in early for tickets to a performance.
Arc de Triomf
Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.
Downtown Barcelona Hotel Deals
Royal Ramblas
Excellent breakfast. Close to shops restaurants and the hop on hop off bus. There is a renovation project on the promenade outside the hotel on Ramblas but it’s still easy to get around
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Rialto
Check-in was smooth, and we appreciated being allowed into our room an hour early. Unfortunately, the stay quickly deteriorated due to inconsistent and unsafe guidance from staff. One attendant showed us how to use the thermostat and safe, but instructions were unclear, requiring three calls for ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Arc la Rambla
Everything was great except the noise from the club below was from 11pm to 5am for 3 nights in a row. We didn’t get much sleep. Don’t recommend this hotel if you need to sleep !
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
H10 Madison
The view is directly to the cathedral from the balcony. Nice roof top
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Hesperia Barri Gòtic
Room was spotless, staff was super friendly and spoke excellent English. Nooria helped us by generously giving us map of the metro and the city and even marked all the places worth visiting for us. She was super kind. Karla helped us check in and was super nice and helpful. I would say all staff ...
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Eurostars Grand Marina
We only did room service
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Barcelona
Gothic Quarter
Discover the historic heart of Barcelona in this labyrinthine quarter, featuring medieval landmarks, the remains of Roman walls, and the Barcelona Cathedral. Easily accessible via L4 Jaume I and L3 Liceu and Drassanes stations.
Ciutat Vella
Nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and l'Eixample, Ciutat Vella boasts historic sites like the Cathedral of Barcelona and Museu Picasso. Stroll along Les Rambles or dine at Els Quatre Gats in el Born.
El Raval
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.
Sant Pere
Travelers to Sant Pere praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Palau de la Música Catalana and Arc de Triomf.
El Born
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar or Mercat del Born while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.
Sant Antoni
Travelers choose Sant Antoni for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
