Downtown Barcelona
Barcelona
Visit Downtown Barcelona
Popular places to visit
La Rambla
Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.
Barcelona Cathedral
This beautiful building in the heart of the Gothic Quarter dates back to the 13th century.
Picasso Museum
Historic buildings have been adapted to house one of the most important collections of works by the influential Spanish painter.
Boqueria Market
Allow your senses to run wild as you explore the energetic and colorful food stands and tapas bars of Barcelona’s principal food market.
Arc de Triomf
Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.
Palau de la Música Catalana
Take a tour of this modernist gem and then buy a ticket for a performance in Barcelona’s main concert hall.
Things to do
Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Bus Turistic
Tablao Flamenco Cordobes on Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option
Barcelona Card: 70+ Discounts on Attractions, Tours & Entertainment
Top hotels in Downtown Barcelona
Arc la Rambla
Clean room very attentive staff and reception desk and close to major tourist sites.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Royal Ramblas
Awesome
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Hotel Nouvel
Overall, my stay was good. Reasons why I didn't give an excellent rating were the excessive heat in the room ( this was in Dec. 8-11) despite of the heat being turned off and after each shower, the floor got so wet from shower splashes due to half-open shower glass wall. The receptionist gave me ...
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
H10 Madison
Really enjoyed this hotel. Staff were friendly and there seems to be an always available champagne happy hour in the lobby. My favorite part of this hotel was the room temperature. As someone who finds most hotels to be hot, we were able to see the thermostat and use the ceiling fan to keep it just ...
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Eurostars Grand Marina
Clean room, great balcony, helpful staff
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Sixties Ramblas
Beautiful clean hotel
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Barcelona
Gothic Quarter
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Gothic Quarter. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Jaume I Station or Liceu Station to see more of the city.
Ciutat Vella
Known for its stunning cathedral, captivating waterfront views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Ciutat Vella. Top attractions like La Rambla and Barceloneta Beach are major draws. Catch the metro at Jaume I Station or Barceloneta Station to see more of the city.
El Raval
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.
El Born
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar or El Born Centre Cultural while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.
Sant Antoni
Travelers choose Sant Antoni for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
Dreta de l'Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
