Europe
Barcelona, Spain
By Eduardo & Natalia Aboitiz
/ Gen. 5
/ Branch
Europe
Barcelona, Spain
By Eduardo & Natalia Aboitiz
/ Gen. 5
/ Branch
Europe
Barcelona, Spain
By Eduardo & Natalia Aboitiz
/ Gen. 5
/ Branch
Places to Stay
Mandarin Oriental - Luxury hotel on Passeig de Gracia.
Soho House - Members club and hotel with great atmosphere.
Mercer Hotel - Boutique hotel in the Gothic Quarter.
Alma Hotel - Elegant hotel in the heart of Barcelona.
What to Do
Hike Tibadabo - Beautiful views of the city from the mountain.
Ski in Baqueria - Winter skiing destination.
Visit Sagrada Familia - Gaudi's iconic masterpiece.
Beach Day at Cala Treumal - Just 1 hour from Barcelona in Costa Brava with an amazing family owned chiringuito.
Explore Gotico and Born Barrios - Get lost in Barcelona's charming historic neighborhoods.
Museums & Historical Sites
MOCO Museum - Contemporary art museum with immersive exhibits.
Sagrada Familia - Gaudi's iconic unfinished masterpiece.
Arc de Triomf - Iconic triumphal arch.
Casa Batlló - During the summer, visit Gaudi's Casa Batlló, which has live music on their roof!
Pasalubong!
Boldú - Pastry shop from 1937!
Wine - Spanish wines from the region.
Canned Ventresca Tuna Belly - Premium canned seafood.
Canned Cod Fish Liver - Local delicacy.
Where to Eat
Estimar - More formal - excellent seafood.
Disfrutar - More formal - world-class fine dining.
Botafumeiro - More formal - excellent seafood.
Tragaluz - Has great food and perfect place to enjoy lunch.
Quimet Quimet - The best tapas - casual to semi-casual.
Bar Mut - Delicious casual tapas.
Bar Alegria - Casual tapas spot.
El Chigre - Casual tapas.
Cal Pep - Famous casual tapas bar.
La Pepita - Casual tapas.
Where to Drink
Bar Alegria - Great atmosphere for drinks.
Dry Martini - Classic cocktail bar.
Curtis - For live vinyl DJs and margaritas.
Tandem Cocktail Bar - Creative cocktails in a stylish setting.
Boca Chika - Fun spot for drinks.
Where to Shop
Azultierra - Home items.
Gabriel for Sash - Bags and clothes.
Dr. Bloom - Women's clothes.
La Pirata - Beachwear.
Local Dishes to Try
Calzots - Traditional Catalan grilled spring onions.
Gambas Rojas - Red prawns - a local delicacy.
Coquinas - Small clams prepared in the traditional style.
Cocochas - Fish cheeks - a Basque-Catalan specialty.
Churros in Gothic Quarter - Classic Spanish treat in the historic neighborhood.
Packing Tips
A fanny pack to keep personal belongings close to your chest.
Please be sure to leave all valuables at home!
Bring comfortable sneakers as Barcelona is an amazing city to get lost in and enjoy walking between barrios.
Places to Stay
Mandarin Oriental - Luxury hotel on Passeig de Gracia.
Soho House - Members club and hotel with great atmosphere.
Mercer Hotel - Boutique hotel in the Gothic Quarter.
Alma Hotel - Elegant hotel in the heart of Barcelona.
Where to Eat
Estimar - More formal - excellent seafood.
Disfrutar - More formal - world-class fine dining.
Botafumeiro - More formal - excellent seafood.
Tragaluz - Has great food and perfect place to enjoy lunch.
Quimet Quimet - The best tapas - casual to semi-casual.
Bar Mut - Delicious casual tapas.
Bar Alegria - Casual tapas spot.
El Chigre - Casual tapas.
Cal Pep - Famous casual tapas bar.
La Pepita - Casual tapas.
Where to Drink
Bar Alegria - Great atmosphere for drinks.
Dry Martini - Classic cocktail bar.
Curtis - For live vinyl DJs and margaritas.
Tandem Cocktail Bar - Creative cocktails in a stylish setting.
Boca Chika - Fun spot for drinks.
What to Do
Hike Tibadabo - Beautiful views of the city from the mountain.
Ski in Baqueria - Winter skiing destination.
Visit Sagrada Familia - Gaudi's iconic masterpiece.
Beach Day at Cala Treumal - Just 1 hour from Barcelona in Costa Brava with an amazing family owned chiringuito.
Explore Gotico and Born Barrios - Get lost in Barcelona's charming historic neighborhoods.
Where to Shop
Azultierra - Home items.
Gabriel for Sash - Bags and clothes.
Dr. Bloom - Women's clothes.
La Pirata - Beachwear.
Museums & Historical Sites
MOCO Museum - Contemporary art museum with immersive exhibits.
Sagrada Familia - Gaudi's iconic unfinished masterpiece.
Arc de Triomf - Iconic triumphal arch.
Casa Batlló - During the summer, visit Gaudi's Casa Batlló, which has live music on their roof!
Local Dishes to Try
Calzots - Traditional Catalan grilled spring onions.
Gambas Rojas - Red prawns - a local delicacy.
Coquinas - Small clams prepared in the traditional style.
Cocochas - Fish cheeks - a Basque-Catalan specialty.
Churros in Gothic Quarter - Classic Spanish treat in the historic neighborhood.
Pasalubong!
Boldú - Pastry shop from 1937!
Wine - Spanish wines from the region.
Canned Ventresca Tuna Belly - Premium canned seafood.
Canned Cod Fish Liver - Local delicacy.
Packing Tips
A fanny pack to keep personal belongings close to your chest.
Please be sure to leave all valuables at home!
Bring comfortable sneakers as Barcelona is an amazing city to get lost in and enjoy walking between barrios.
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