El Poble-sec
Barcelona
Visit El Poble-sec
Popular places to visit
Montjuïc
When the locals want to escape the city heat, they head for this lovely park to relax and recharge their batteries.
Plaça d'Espanya
Serving as a gateway to Sants-Montjuïc and the buildings of the International Exhibition, this whirligig of movement is crowned by a spectacular monumental fountain.
Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
Catch an event at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and stunning cathedral.
Palau Sant Jordi
Catch an event at Palau Sant Jordi during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Poble Espanyol
Enter a world of Spanish contrasts at this unusual attraction on Montjuïc Hill.
National Art Museum of Catalonia
A vast collection of Catalonian art from the 10th to 20th centuries awaits in one of Barcelona’s most emblematic buildings.
Things to do
Fast Track: Sagrada Família Guided Tour with Tower Access
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Sagrada Familia 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
Skip-the-Line Casa Batlló Tickets with SmartGuide
Top hotels in El Poble-sec
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
Wonderful hotel
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Barcelona Airport Hotel
clean room, comfy bed!
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Very good
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Arc la Rambla
The hotel was clean, they have an elevator and staff was very nice. But the room was lacking, no water i asked at the desk if tap water was good for drinking and told it was very hard, I could purchase a small bottle from a vending machine or walk down the street to a store. No coffee, tea or kettle ...
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Lamaro Hotel
ELEGANT ROOM AND LOCATION
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
Rialto
Staff, spacious room and central location
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Poble-sec
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.
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.
Sants-Montjuïc
Sants-Montjuïc is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Port de Barcelona and Palau Sant Jordi. See more of Barcelona by jumping on the metro at Foc Station or Zona Franca Station.
La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample
Travelers choose La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Entenca Station or Hospital Clinic Station and check out top sights like Arenas de Barcelona.
Downtown Barcelona
La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are a few top attractions in Downtown Barcelona. Hop around the city on the metro at Liceu Station or Jaume I Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral, and popular shops.
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.
