Passeig de Gràcia is the grand boulevard of Barcelona’s modernism and one of the most elegant avenues in Europe. Flanked by luxury buildings, high-end shops and Gaudí’s masterpieces, this promenade is the heart of Eixample and the perfect setting for understanding 19th century bourgeois Barcelona. You will also discover the famous hexagonal floor tiles, designed by Gaudí himself, and the Apple of Discord, where three great modernist architects competed to create the most spectacular building. A walk that condenses centuries of history, art and elegance into a few meters.

Casa Batlló is one of the boldest and most poetic works by Antoni Gaudí, renovated between 1904 and 1906 for the Batlló family. Its undulating facade, clad in blue and green mosaics that evoke the scales of a dragon, is simply hypnotic. The curved roof with multicolored tiles simulates the animal’s back, while the balconies recall human skulls and bones. Considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this building represents the ultimate expression of Catalan modernism and Gaudí’s boundless imagination. Viewing it from the outside is already an unforgettable visual experience.

Plaza de Catalunya is the geographical and symbolic heart of Barcelona, the point where historic neighborhoods converge with the modern city. With its 50,000 square meters, fountains, gardens and sculptures, it is the meeting place par excellence of locals and visitors. From here depart Las Ramblas, Passeig de Gràcia and the main metro and bus lines. Surrounded by large commercial and financial buildings, the square has been the scene of the most important moments of recent Catalan history. A perfect starting point to discover the city in all directions.

Las Ramblas is the most famous promenade in Barcelona and one of the best known in the world. This 1.2-kilometer boulevard that descends from Plaza Catalunya to the Port connects the Gothic Quarter with the Raval and concentrates all the energy of the city. Flower stalls, street artists, cafe terraces and the constant bustle of thousands of travelers make this walk a unique experience. Here you will also find the emblematic La Boqueria Market, the Gran Teatre del Liceu and the mosaic of Joan Miró embedded in the floor. A walk that captures the most vivid and authentic essence of Barcelona.

La Pedrera, officially Casa Milà, is the last large civil building of Antoni Gaudí, built between 1906 and 1912. Its undulating stone facade, which seems sculpted by wind and water, earned it the nickname "La Pedrera" (the quarry) among the Barcelonans of the time. The rooftop, topped by its famous twisted fireplaces that look like medieval warriors, is one of the most photographed spaces in the city. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, this building revolutionized 20th century architecture and remains today one of Barcelona’s most recognizable icons.

The Sagrada Família is the unfinished masterpiece of Antoni Gaudí and the most visited monument in Spain. Started in 1882 and still under construction, this basilica is an explosion of symbolism, geometry and spirituality that defies any architectural classification. Its towers under construction dominate the Barcelona skyline and its interior, bathed in the light of stained glass, creates a unique and unrepeatable atmosphere. In June 2026, the official opening is planned to coincide with the centenary of Gaudí’s death, a historic milestone for the city. Viewing it from the outside is already a deeply impactful experience.

The Arc de Triomf is one of the most elegant and iconic prints in Barcelona. Built in 1888 as a gateway to the Universal Exposition, this neo-Mudejar red brick arch is one of the few triumphant monuments in the world that never celebrated a military victory, but progress and culture. Located at the beginning of Passeig de Sant Joan, a wide boulevard flanked by palm trees, invites a quiet walk to Parc de la Ciutadella. Its sculptural reliefs represent the nations that participated in the exhibition and a tribute to the city of Barcelona as host of the world.

The Parc de la Ciutadella is Barcelona’s most beloved green lung, an oasis of nature in the heart of the city. Created on the grounds of the former military citadel of the 18th century, the park houses the Parliament of Catalonia, the Barcelona Zoo, the lake with rowing boats and the monumental Cascade, a neoclassical fountain whose design the young Antoni Gaudí participated. With its wide tree-lined paths, sculptures and gardens, it is a favorite place for Barcelonans to walk, play sports or just relax. A space that combines history, nature and urban life in a unique way.

The Port Vell, which means "old port" in Catalan, is the historic port of Barcelona and one of the liveliest leisure spaces in the city. Radically transformed on the occasion of the 1992 Olympic Games, today it is a must-see place with its renovated docks, the Maremagnum, the Aquarium of Barcelona and the iconic Rambla de Mar, the undulating pedestrian walkway that goes into the sea. From here you can see spectacular views of the city, the Columbus monument and the traditional swallows that ply the bay. A point where the seafaring history of Barcelona coexists with the most contemporary Barcelona.

La Barceloneta is Barcelona’s most authentic fishing district, a triangle of narrow streets and low houses built in the 18th century to house fishermen displaced by the military citadel. Today it is the meeting point between the city and the sea, with its famous urban beach, its chiringuitos, its rice and seafood restaurants and its casual and Mediterranean atmosphere. The promenade, lined with sculptures and terraces, is the perfect place to feel the Mediterranean breeze and understand why Barcelona is a city that lives facing the sea. A neighborhood with its own soul and a special charm.