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.
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.
Arc de Triomf
Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.
Things to do
Fast Track: Sagrada Família Guided Tour with Tower Access
Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Skip-the-Line Sagrada Família & Park Güell Guided Tour
Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Bus Turistic
Tablao Flamenco Cordobes on Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option
Top hotels in Downtown Barcelona
Arc la Rambla
Very helpful staff and a very good quality hotel
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Rialto
Good location and staff were good...
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
H10 Madison
An absolute fantastic stay, made more special by the hotel, its staff, the location and the standard of hotel. Wonderful room, junior suite with all the amenities you would expect, spacious, spotless, wonderful bed, double shower, mini-bar, coffee making etc. What made the stay wonderful was the ...
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Lamaro Hotel
Loved the location of this hotel. Close to everything. Staff were friendly and the hotel was absolutely stunning. Would defiantly recommend this hotel to all my family and friends. Thank you for a wonderful experience :)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Hotel HCC MontBlanc
The room was very clean and the staff very courteous.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Cuatro Naciones
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a great location and the breakfast was good.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
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 Port de Barcelona 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.
Sant Pere
Travelers to Sant Pere praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Palau de la Música Catalana and Arc de Triomf.
El Born
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Paseo del Borne or Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar 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.
