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 Sant Pau Modernist Complex is one of the most important modernist architectural complexes in the world and yet one of the great secrets of Barcelona. Designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner between 1901 and 1930, this former hospital has been a World Heritage Site since 1997. Its red brick pavilions decorated with colored mosaics, sculptures and domes create a set of extraordinary beauty. Located at the end of Gaudí’s Avinguda, opposite the Sagrada Família, it offers a unique perspective on the richness and diversity of Catalan modernism beyond Gaudí himself.

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.

The Port of Barcelona is one of the most important ports in the Mediterranean and a key piece in the history and economy of the city. From its docks have departed and arrived for centuries commercial expeditions, immigrants and travelers that have shaped the cosmopolitan Barcelona of today. The monument to Christopher Columbus, which points his finger towards the horizon, presides over the entrance to the port and recalls the moment when the navigator returned here after his first trip to America in 1493. Today the port combines commercial activity, luxury cruises and leisure spaces that make it one of the most dynamic points of the city.

The Miramar Gardens are one of the most secret and romantic treasures in Barcelona, nestled on the slopes of Montjuïc with privileged views over the port, the sea and the city skyline. Created in the early 20th century, these Mediterranean-style gardens combine stepped terraces, fountains, pergolas and lush greenery that create an atmosphere of calm and singular beauty. From its viewpoints you get some of the most spectacular photographs of Barcelona, especially at sunset when the city is tinged with gold. A place to breathe, contemplate and understand Barcelona from a completely different perspective.

The Olympic Anella is the sports complex built on top of Montjuïc to host the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games, one of the events that definitively transformed the city and put it on the world map. The ensemble includes the Olympic Stadium, the Palau Sant Jordi, the Bernat Picornell Olympic pool and the iconic Telecommunications Tower of Calatrava, whose white spire has become one of the symbols of the Barcelona skyline. Walking through this space is to relive one of the most glorious moments of recent Spanish history and take in absolutely breathtaking panoramic views over the city and the sea.

Montjuïc Olympic Stadium, known as Estadi Lluís Companys, has a history that goes far beyond the 1992 Games. Originally built in 1927 for the 1936 Olympic Games that were never held by the outbreak of the Civil War, it was completely renovated to become the center stage of the most emotional opening ceremony in modern Olympic history. With a capacity of more than 55,000 spectators, its neoclassical gateways and its location on top of Montjuïc make it a place full of history, sport and collective memory that every visitor to Barcelona should know.

The Museo Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, known as MNAC, is one of the great art museums in Europe and the guardian of Catalan artistic heritage. Its headquarters, the imposing Palau Nacional built for the 1929 International Exposition, dominates Montjuïc with a majesty that impresses from anywhere in the city. Inside it houses the best collection of Romanesque art in the world, as well as Gothic, Renaissance and Modernist works of the first magnitude. In front of the museum, the magical fountain of Montjuïc and the monumental steps create one of the most photogenic and spectacular scenes in all of Barcelona.

Plaza de España is one of Barcelona’s great urban nodes, a monumental space that connects the city center with the slopes of Montjuïc. Also built for the 1929 International Exposition, the square is presided over by a large circular fountain and flanked by two Venetian towers that mark the entrance to the fairgrounds. From here starts Avenida de la Reina María Cristina, a spectacular visual axis that leads directly to the Palau Nacional of the MNAC. The square is also the starting point of the famous Magic Fountain of Montjuïc show, one of the most popular light, water and music shows in the city.

Montjuïc is the great mountain of Barcelona, a natural and cultural area of 173 meters high that has witnessed the entire history of the city. Its name, which in Catalan means "mountain of the Jews", recalls the medieval presence of an important Jewish community on its slopes. Today it houses Montjuïc Castle, spectacular gardens, museums, the Olympic complex and some of the most impressive viewpoints over Barcelona and the Mediterranean. It is a place that combines nature, history, sport and culture in a unique space, and offers an unrivalled perspective to understand Barcelona in all its magnitude and diversity.