Lonely Planet Barcelona (Travel Guide)

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Many flock to the Montjuïc barrio to explore the 17th-century Castell de Montjuïc or to catch the Magic Fountain light show from the steps of the stately National Museum of Art. They are always happy to try and accommodate a varied range of requests and they all share an absolute passion for the city of Barcelona. Nestled in El Born, Llambar's menu is meant to be shared, complete with signature cocktails, an extensive wine list, and artisanal Spanish tapas. Metro: The Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona (TMB) is the main transport system in Barcelona, operating both the metro line and select bus routes.

Just north, Gràcia’s small squares retain an authentic villagey atmosphere and suit families seeking privacy. Also included: a 10¾" x 19½" full-color foldout Planning Map with a big overview of the city (with major sights), detailed close-ups of the Old City and the Montjuïc neighborhood, plus footprints of Park Güell and Sagrada Família, a full Metro map, and a zoomed-out overview showing all of Spain. Other, more subtle factors further the seduction; key sights are within walking distance of one another, there’s an array of stylish hotels, many with rooftop bars, a consequence of the density of life in the city and the winning climate. To avoid sweaty climbs and for the most photogenic ascent, get a harbour-crossing gondola halfway up from Barceloneta, then walk around and ride the Montjuïc Cable Car to that fortress. Be sure to reserve time to experience life like the locals do, enjoying leisurely lunches followed by siesta, vermuteria hopping on Sundays, and frequenting your neighborhood bar for tapas and wine with friends.

If you really want to get under the skin of a city, the 500 Hidden Secrets series, which covers a number of cities from Havana to Ghent, all written by people who know the cities inside out, is ideal. Barcelona has plenty of flat ground for the casual sightseeing cyclist, but is surrounded by hills for those who want a challenge. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products.

With it's distinct marine-inspired façade, Gaudí's famous Casa Batlló (a UNESCO World Heritage site) looms high over Passeig de Gracia. Entre Latas carries everything from local delicacies to imported products — think specialty vermouth, rare spices, tinned fish, paté, and preserves.Most peaceful sidestreets connect to the lively Rambla del Poblenou, a pedestrianised bar and restaurant-lined avenue that extends towards the northern end of Barcelona’s beachfront.

Guests can expect five-star service, timeless room and suite design, and delicious meals at the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant.Like most Barcelona guidebooks, the Rough Guide to Barcelonaopens with a general introduction to the city, then explores each popular neighborhood in some depth, and finally ends with a directory of hotels, restaurants, activities and other Barcelona travel essentials. Guests can expect panoramic views of the Mediterannean from each of the 473 five-star rooms and suites. Once you are in Barcelona, the numerous annotated illustrations of some of the best areas will help you find your way around, as will the large pull out map of the city centre and Metro network. Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for hitting the tapas trail or chilling on one of the city beaches.

This Eixample-based restaurant serves up creative Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate space, decorated with ceramics and light hues to honor the city — and was founded by the famous trio of chefs that used to helm El Bullu.It picks out around 30 of the city’s must-sees, with oodles of information on each one, including nearby attractions, and also points you towards some of the newest attractions – like the craft breweries popping up all over the city. Early summer or autumn are the best times to visit Barcelona, as late summer tends to get hot and humid. With ample greenery and a simplistic, chic interior decor (made in partnership with local designers), this 19th-century house-turned-hotel's light and airy atmosphere matches that of the city itself. In fact, it was my favorite guidebook out of all the books I read about Berlin, and I brought my copy with me to Berlin last summer. Cotton House Hotel, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, is housed in the former headquarters of the Association of Cotton Manufacturers, giving the property's spaces a neoclassical foundation accented by soft, sophisticated designs.