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Barcelona historical center – Discover the smallest (hidden!) places

17 January, 2014

Barcelona historical center – Discover the smallest (hidden!) places

In our modern times it´s often about bigger, better, faster...but many times it´s the small details and little shops with special charm that we remember the most after a city trip. When you think about Barcelona one of the first things that might come to your mind could be Sagrada Familia or other Continue Reading...

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Barri Gothic – The cathedral

26 January, 2012

Barri Gothic – The cathedral

                            Barcelona Gothic Cathedral La Seu Adress: Plaza de la Seu (Metro Jaume) Entrance door on Plaza de la Seu and on carrer de la Bisbe (very nice old street) Barri Gothic Continue Reading...

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La Rambla – The most famous street in Barcelona

24 November, 2011

La Rambla – The most famous street in Barcelona

Barcelona would not be Barcelona without the Rambla. La Rambla from Barcelona is exactly 1.2 kilometres long and nearly everyone who visits Barcelona walks along it. La Rambla was laid out in 1766, following the contours of the medieval city walls that had bounded this part of Barcelona since the Continue Reading...

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Barcelona City Guide: Gothic quarter – Rambla

11 February, 2010

Barcelona City Guide: Gothic quarter – Rambla

The historical centre of Barcelona from Plaza Catalunya to the old harbour alongside the Rambla. Medieval streets, gorgeous buildings, prestigious or peaceful squares. Trendy shops, friendly restaurants, tapas bars and all you need for a fiesta by night. Day and night, the streets are flooded Continue Reading...

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Ciutat Vella: the charming Barcelona’s historical centre

14 December, 2009

Ciutat Vella: the charming Barcelona’s historical centre

Ciutad Vella (catalan)  means Old Town. Until the end of the 19th century, the historical centre or Ciutat Vella ( the Gothic area, La Ribera, La Rambla and El Raval) was the city of Barcelona. It is famous for its historic monuments, narrow streets and its bohemian atmosphere. You can walk for Continue Reading...

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The Picasso Museum in Barcelona

22 September, 2009

The Picasso Museum in Barcelona

Picasso Museum Address: carrer Montcada 15-23  08003 Barcelona Born area Metro Jaume Ph. (+34) 93 256 30 00 Opening from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed on Mondays ( except bank holidays) Website Picasso Museum The Picasso Museum in Barcelona is a key reference for understanding the formative years of Continue Reading...

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Bo de B: the best Sandwiches in Barcelona

21 May, 2009

Bo de B Carrer Fusteria (corner carrer Merce) near the main post office (Correos) The best place for a yummy and huge sandwich: "Bo de B". The sandwiches are freshly made just when you order them. Wide variety like marinated chicken breast or meat , salmon, cheese, etc. + topings of your choice: Continue Reading...

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Need a haircut in Barcelona?

7 May, 2009

The Anthony Llobet Salons slogan is: "dont let your spanish come between you and your hair"...so you can trustfully get your hair cut during your stay in this english hair salon. The friendly, London-trained stylists and beauty treatment staff come from all over ther world, which means you can Continue Reading...

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