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Els 4 Gats – Los 4 Gatos in Barcelona: 27 reviews and 37 photos

Chris Pearrow

A must for a drink in Barcelona

Els 4 Gats (or, “The Four Cats” in English) is one of the most historic bar-restaurants in the city of Barcelona. The establishment was opened in 1897 and was for turn-of-the-century Catalan Modernism what cafes like La Rotonde were for artists in 1920’s Paris. It was a meeting place to trade ideas, engage in wine-fueled debates, and see exhibits up then-unknown artists like Pablo Picasso.

These days, El 4 Gats is more of a meeting place for fanny-packed tourists than for artists and intellectuals, but it’s still worth a stop to have a quick drink in downtown Barcelona.

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No one can say he or she has visited Barcelona without going to Els 4 Gats (the four cats). A lovely place, spectacular from the outside, despite being squeezed in the very narrow Montsió street that goes unseen between the luminous signs of Portal de l’Angel and the endless clothing shops.

It’s a place of worship for many from Barcelona. Charged with culture and history, modernism, bohemia, Picasso, Pere Romeu, Ramón Casas, Albéniz or Granados, among others. It is currently a beautiful and well-known bar-restaurant, full or art by painters like Rusiñol. It’s run by one of the most prestigious groups in Barcelona.

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The high point of your walk in the Gothic Quarter

It is in many guides of Barcelona but that doesn’t mean it’s lost its charm. It is something like Café Gijón in Madrid but set in a more beautiful building. And it is located on the ground floor of Casa Martí, a work of the genius José Puig i Cadafalch. I can talk about the place as a coffee shop, I only had a beer and thought about the works hanging on the wall for a minute (of artists like Picasso — who was a frequent client of the cafeteria) or the writers like Rubén Dario. Don’t miss it! It will be the high point of a nice walk in the Gothic Quarter.

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I totally recommend a coffee in the restaurant Els 4 Gats. Many famous people used to gather there. The restaurant is decorated with articles and pictures of those artists and works of Picasso.

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I worked there for 6 months, I was a cleaner and it was a pleasure being surrounded by those frames. The walls preserve art and wisdom. I recommend going upstairs, you can see everything better and you have a really good angle to take pictures!

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Els Quatre Gats – My Barcelona points

Els Quatre Gats (Catalan pronunciation: [əls ˈkwatɾə ˈɡats], Catalan for “The Four Cats”), often written Els 4 Gats, was a café in Barcelona (Catalonia) which opened on 12 June 1897. It also operated as a hostel, a cabaret, a pub and a restaurant. Active until 1903, Els Quatre Gats became one of the main centers of Modernisme in Barcelona. The artist Ramon Casas i Carbó largely financed this bar on the ground floor of Casa Martí (1896), a building by the architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch in Carrer Montsió near the center of Barcelona. Els Quatre Gats was reconstructed during the transition to democracy in 1978. Pablo Picasso visited this pub–restaurant often in his early art career.

Els Quatre Gats (Catalan pronunciation: [əls ˈkwatɾə ˈɡats], Catalan for “The Four Cats”), often written Els 4 Gats, was a café in Barcelona (Catalonia) which opened on 12 June 1897. It also operated as a hostel, a cabaret, a pub and a restaurant. Active until 1903, Els Quatre Gats became one of the main centers of Modernisme in Barcelona. The artist Ramon Casas i Carbó largely financed this bar on the ground floor of Casa Martí (1896), a building by the architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch in Carrer Montsió near the center of Barcelona. Els Quatre Gats was reconstructed during the transition to democracy in 1978. Pablo Picasso visited this pub–restaurant often in his early art career.
“Four Cats” is a colloquial Catalan expression for “only a few people” and the name of Els Quatre Gats is derived from this saying. The four founders of the café—Pere Romeu, Santiago Rusiñol, Ramon Casas, and Miguel Utrillo—also chose this name as a tribute to Le Chat Noir, “The Black Cat,” a celebrated Parisian café whose creator, Rodolphe Salis, had recently died. They modeled Els Quatre Gats largely after the Parisian café.
Other major artists who met in this cafe were Santiago Rusiñol and Miquel Utrillo as well as the sculptor Julio González.
Els Quatre Gats was the inheritor of a legacy of tertulias and art reunions specific to Barcelona but also drew inspiration from the Parisian cabaret Le Chat Noir. Art exhibitions, literary and musical meetings, marionette shows and shadow plays also took place there.
Ramon Casas’ partners in the enterprise were Pere Romeu, who largely played host at the bar, as well as Rusiñol and Utrillo. The bar hosted revolving art exhibits, including one of the first one-man shows by Pablo Picasso; the most prominent piece in its permanent collection was a lighthearted Casas self-portrait, depicting him smoking a pipe while pedaling a tandem bicycle with Romeu as his stoker.
Like Le Chat Noir, Els 4 Gats attempted in 1899 its own literary and artistic magazine, to which Casas was a major contributor. That was short-lived (fifteen issues), but was soon followed by Pèl & Ploma, which would slightly outlast the bar itself, and Forma (1904–1908), to which Casas also contributed. Pèl & Ploma sponsored several prominent art exhibitions, including Casas’ own well-received first solo show (1899 at Sala Parés), which brought together a retrospective of his oil paintings as well as a set of charcoal sketches of contemporary figures prominent in Barcelona’s cultural life.
The bar closed in 1903 when Romeu was unable to keep it open because of debts. It was later used by the Cercle Artístic de Sant Lluc until the start of the Spanish Civil War in 1936. In the 1970s, a group of restaurateurs took steps to revive it, and it reopened in 1989.
Coordinates: 41°23′08″N 2°10′24″E / 41.38556°N 2.17333°E / 41.38556; 2.17333

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Els Quatre Gats (Catalan pronunciation: [əls ˈkwatɾə ˈɡats], Catalan for “The Four Cats”), often written Els 4 Gats, was a café in Barcelona (Catalonia) which opened on 12 June 1897. It also operated as a hostel, a cabaret, a pub and a restaurant. Active until 1903, Els Quatre Gats became one of the main centers of Modernisme in Barcelona. The artist Ramon Casas i Carbó largely financed this bar on the ground floor of Casa Martí (1896), a building by the architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch in Carrer Montsió near the center of Barcelona. Els Quatre Gats was reconstructed during the transition to democracy in 1978. Pablo Picasso visited this pub–restaurant often in his early art career.

Els Quatre Gats (Catalan pronunciation: [əls ˈkwatɾə ˈɡats], Catalan for “The Four Cats”), often written Els 4 Gats, was a café in Barcelona (Catalonia) which opened on 12 June 1897. It also operated as a hostel, a cabaret, a pub and a restaurant. Active until 1903, Els Quatre Gats became one of the main centers of Modernisme in Barcelona. The artist Ramon Casas i Carbó largely financed this bar on the ground floor of Casa Martí (1896), a building by the architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch in Carrer Montsió near the center of Barcelona. Els Quatre Gats was reconstructed during the transition to democracy in 1978. Pablo Picasso visited this pub–restaurant often in his early art career.
“Four Cats” is a colloquial Catalan expression for “only a few people” and the name of Els Quatre Gats is derived from this saying. The four founders of the café—Pere Romeu, Santiago Rusiñol, Ramon Casas, and Miguel Utrillo—also chose this name as a tribute to Le Chat Noir, “The Black Cat,” a celebrated Parisian café whose creator, Rodolphe Salis, had recently died. They modeled Els Quatre Gats largely after the Parisian café.
Other major artists who met in this cafe were Santiago Rusiñol and Miquel Utrillo as well as the sculptor Julio González.
Els Quatre Gats was the inheritor of a legacy of tertulias and art reunions specific to Barcelona but also drew inspiration from the Parisian cabaret Le Chat Noir. Art exhibitions, literary and musical meetings, marionette shows and shadow plays also took place there.
Ramon Casas’ partners in the enterprise were Pere Romeu, who largely played host at the bar, as well as Rusiñol and Utrillo. The bar hosted revolving art exhibits, including one of the first one-man shows by Pablo Picasso; the most prominent piece in its permanent collection was a lighthearted Casas self-portrait, depicting him smoking a pipe while pedaling a tandem bicycle with Romeu as his stoker.
Like Le Chat Noir, Els 4 Gats attempted in 1899 its own literary and artistic magazine, to which Casas was a major contributor. That was short-lived (fifteen issues), but was soon followed by Pèl & Ploma, which would slightly outlast the bar itself, and Forma (1904–1908), to which Casas also contributed. Pèl & Ploma sponsored several prominent art exhibitions, including Casas’ own well-received first solo show (1899 at Sala Parés), which brought together a retrospective of his oil paintings as well as a set of charcoal sketches of contemporary figures prominent in Barcelona’s cultural life.
The bar closed in 1903 when Romeu was unable to keep it open because of debts. It was later used by the Cercle Artístic de Sant Lluc until the start of the Spanish Civil War in 1936. In the 1970s, a group of restaurateurs took steps to revive it, and it reopened in 1989.
Coordinates: 41°23′08″N 2°10′24″E / 41.38556°N 2.17333°E / 41.38556; 2.17333

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Barcelona continue to demonstrate solid defensive play in La Liga home matches. On Sunday, Xavi’s team beat Atlético with a minimum score of 1:0.

In 15 home matches of the current championship, Barcelona has achieved 12 wins and three draws. In these games, the Catalans conceded only two goals – from Espanyol from the penalty spot and from Real Madrid after an own goal.

In the home games of this La Liga season, the results of Barcelona were as follows: 0:0, 4:0, 3:0, 1:0, 3:0, 4:0, 2:0, 1:1, 1: 0, 3:0, 2:0, 1:0, 2:1, 0:0, 1:0.

Until the end of the championship, Barcelona will play at their own Camp Nou against Betis, Osasuna, Real Sociedad and Mallorca.

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Ronald Koeman has finally made his debut as Barcelona head coach after a crazy off-season. The possible departure of Leo Messi, the transfers of Luis Suarez, Arturo Vidal, Ivan Rakitic and others, the lack of purchases for Koeman himself: all this distracted the Dutchman from work, interfering with preparations for the season. According to Marca, the 57-year-old coach has doubts and distrust about what is happening in the Catalan club. He feels insecure to some extent, as management does not keep promises.

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Koeman chose a 4-2-3-1 formation for his debut against Villarreal. It is curious that the Dutch coach, contrary to his own words that expensive players should play in the most convenient positions for themselves, sent Antoine Griezmann to the right flank. However, the French often moved to the center during attacks, opening up a zone for Sergi Roberto to connect. Ansu Fati acted on the left, and ahead of Philippe Coutinho was located under Messi. At the same time, according to the situation and desire, Leo sank into the depths behind the ball. Barça had good movement in the attacking group, both in possession and in defense, when it was necessary to return the ball quickly. Emery tried to stop the opponent with a compact 4-4-2, covering the center of the field as much as possible, but his plan did not work for long. Barça dominated, winning the first half on shots – 8:2 (on target – 5:0). The hosts of Camp Nou opened the scoring in the 15th minute. There is no space in the center – they opened the flank. Clement Lenglet made an excellent long pass to Jordi Alba, who cut a short diagonal to Fati who came running. The winger shot into the near top corner, which was opened by goalkeeper Sergio Asenjo. Having conceded, Emery’s team tried to open up, but allowed a monstrous gap in the middle under pressure. The same Lenglet quickly delivered the ball to Coutinho, who freely dragged the ball forward and gave it to Fati. Ansu scored a double, and again with a blow to the near corner, but already at the bottom.

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Catalan barcelona: The languages in Barcelona and Catalonia

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Catalonia

Catalonia is an autonomous community in Spain with a history stretching back thousands of years. Its own language—Catalan—is co-official alongside Spanish. With a population of 7.5 million, this densely populated, highly developed area is a powerhouse of the Spanish economy and a benchmark European region.

Catalonia is an industrially active, entrepreneurial country with a keen work ethic. Together with its cutting-edge infrastructure and services, this approach makes Catalonia an ideal place to do business.

Catalonia’s universities reflect its multifaceted society and attract people from all over the world eager to acquire skills and share experiences.

Its centres of learning offer a wide range of educational pathways, including around 1,000 official university degrees in many areas of knowledge, including arts and humanities, science, healthcare, social and legal sciences, architecture and engineering, among others.

Catalonia has always been open to migration: over the course of history it has forged ties with peoples all around the Mediterranean. Its multicultural character has made it a dynamic area with tremendous economic, social and cultural influence.

It boasts a rich diversity of year-round natural beauty. The Pyrenees, the Costa Brava, Barcelona, Montserrat, the Ebro Delta and the hills and plains of Lleida are just some of its outstanding places offering a host of leisure, cultural, sporting and gastronomic activities.

For further information, visit the Catalan Government’s website

Barcelona

Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, has a population of 1. 6 million (3.2 million in the greater metropolitan area). Its prime location on the shores of the Mediterranean, its mild climate and its open, cosmopolitan character make the Catalan capital a very special place to live and work.

Barcelona has made a name for itself as a global city thanks to its leading role in the spheres of culture, finance, business and tourism. It is one of the busiest ports on the Mediterranean and a key transport hub between Spain and France.

By seamlessly combining tradition and modernity, Barcelona boasts architectural reminders of its Roman and medieval past alongside Catalan Art Nouveau buildings—including Gaudí’s Modernista masterpieces—and striking examples of contemporary architecture such as the Torre Agbar. Its urban development has made it a focal point for architecture lovers.

Barcelona, the southern gateway to Europe, has been a centre of learning for over 500 years and is now home to one of the largest university communities in Europe, made up of 200,000 students and more than 15,000 lecturers at seven universities offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses.  

Barcelona’s universities consistently score highly in international rankings and most of them have been named Campuses of International Excellence (CIE), a distinction that aims to promote Spanish universities in Europe.

Barcelona’s huge potential has made it a magnet for new trends from around the world. Design, music, fashion, art and film professionals are part and parcel of this dynamic city.

A wide range of cultural, sporting, leisure and nature activities adds to the city’s wealth of opportunities. It is a perfect place to combine stimulating academic activity with a lively social life.

For more information on Barcelona, visit the city’s official information website

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Barcelona expresses our own philosophy to perfection. It’s a city that inspires design, technology, research and creativity. A city proud of its people and their culture. An ideal enclave for training our professionals.

With a population of 1. 5 million, Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain. Its origins date back to the 1st century BC and the Roman colony of Barcino. Two thousand years of history have left their indelible mark on the city’s architecture and artistic and cultural heritage. Its excellent international transport connections, its Mediterranean climate and its cosmopolitan character make it an outstanding place to live, work and study.

Catalonia has its own language—Catalan—which is co-official alongside Spanish. The roots of this Romance language lie in the Latin spoken here over a thousand years ago. The first texts in Catalan date from the 12th century.

In accordance with UPF’s statutes, Catalan is the university’s language of communication. Classes at ESCI-UPF are taught in Catalan, Spanish and English. Nonetheless, any subject set to be taught in Catalan will be taught in Spanish instead if any overseas students sign up for it.

Born

Its cafes are full by day, and at night people stroll along the Passeig del Born to have a drink in one of its popular bars. Don’t be fooled though—Born is also packed with culture. The ancient medieval street Carrer Montcada is home to the Picasso Museum and the Museum of World Cultures and leads to the stunning church of Santa Maria del Mar. The recently renovated Born Market is now a cultural centre with the best-conserved 18th-century archaeological site in Europe.

There are enticing shops and boutiques on every street corner. New craftspeople, designers, artists and furniture restorers have make this neighbourhood their home and given it a unique personality that combines tradition and modernity with great flair.

Nearby you will find Barcelona Zoo, Ciutadella Park, where you can take a walk or relax on the lawn, and the beach, which is only 10 minutes’ walk away.

On the edge of the neighbourhood, Santa Caterina Market has made a name for itself not only for its high-quality produce but also for its striking architecture. Leaving Born, you come to Barcelona Cathedral and the Palau de la Música Catalana.

Beaches

Every year, millions of people flock to the city’s beaches to sunbathe and go for a swim in the sea.

A boardwalk stretches all the way along the Barcelona seafront, from Llevant beach in the north all the way down to Sant Sebastià beach in the south, home to the famous W Hotel.

All the beaches are well connected, well maintained and well equipped with a range of services, including showers and toilets and even beach bars and restaurants. The most popular beaches are also the closest: Barceloneta, Sant Miquel and Sant Sebastià.

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Proud of its own identity and language, Catalonia is one of Spain’s richest and most highly industrialised regions, and also one of the most independent-minded.

With a distinct history stretching back to the early middle ages, many Catalans think of themselves as a separate nation from the rest of Spain.

A roughly triangular region in Spain’s far north-east corner, Catalonia is separated by the Pyrenean mountains from southern France, with which it has close historical and cultural ties.

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Catalonia’s beaches attract tourists from across Europe

Most people in Catalonia live in Barcelona, its political and economic hub and popular European travel destination.

Holiday-makers also flock to the Mediterranean beaches of the Costa Brava and Costa Daurada/Dorada, and the Pyrenees are popular with hikers, making tourism an important part of Catalonia’s economy.

But it is manufacturing – traditionally textiles though more recently overtaken in importance by the chemical industry, food-processing, metalworking – that make the region Spain’s economic powerhouse, along with a growing service sector.

Catalan language

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Building human towers – “castells” – is a Catalan tradition originating in the 18th century

The use of Catalan – a language as close to regional languages of southern France like Occitan as it is to Castilian Spanish – has equal status with Castilian and is now actively encouraged in education, official use and the media. However, Castilian predominates in Barcelona, and is still the first language of a narrow majority of Catalans, who are nearly all bilingual.

Variants are also spoken in the region of Valencia to the south, and on the Balearic islands, leading many Catalan nationalists to regard all three regions- as well as the traditionally Catalan-speaking Roussillon region of France – as forming the “Catalan Countries”.

History of Catalonia

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Antoni Gaudì ‘s Sagrada Família in Barcelona is the largest unfinished Catholic church in the world

The area first emerged as a distinct entity with the rise of the County of Barcelona to pre-eminence in the 11th Century. In the 12th Century, the county was brought under the same royal rule as the neighbouring kingdom of Aragon, going on to become a major medieval sea power.

Catalonia has been part of Spain since its genesis as a united state in the 15th Century, when King Ferdinand of Aragon and Queen Isabella of Castile married and united their realms.

Initially retaining its own institutions, the region was ever more tightly integrated into the Spanish state, until the 19th Century ushered in a renewed sense of Catalan identity, which flowed into a campaign for political autonomy and even separatism. The period also saw an effort to revive Catalan as a language of literature.

When Spain became a republic in 1931, Catalonia was soon given broad autonomy.

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The legacy of Gen Franco’s dictatorial rule still looms over relations between Catalonia and Madrid

During the Spanish Civil War, Catalonia was a key Republican stronghold, and the fall of Barcelona to Gen Francisco Franco’s right-wing forces in 1939 marked the beginning of the end of republican resistance.

Under Franco’s ultra-conservative rule, autonomy was revoked, Catalan nationalism repressed, and use of the Catalan language restricted.

The pendulum swung back with the emergence of a democratic Spain after Franco’s death. Catalonia now has its own parliament and executive – together known as the “Generalitat” in Catalan – with extensive autonomy.

Separatist fervour soared in 2010 after a ruling by Spain’s constitutional court set limits on Catalan claims to nationhood. The region’s president at the time, Jose Montilla, said the ruling had “attacked the dignity of Catalans”.

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Sentiment in favour of a complete break from Spain rose in the early 2000s

Spain’s painful economic crunch also fuelled enthusiasm for sovereignty. Many Catalans believe their affluent region pays more to Madrid than it gets back, and blamed much of Spain’s 2008 debt crisis on the central government.

A regional government backed by the two main separatist parties held a non-binding independence referendum in 2014, with 80% of those taking part voting “yes”.

It called another set of elections in 2015 to reinforce its mandate, and a further referendum followed in October 2017 that again backed independence by a large margin.

The 2017 breakaway referendum prompted Spain’s deepest political crisis for decades, with the Catalan regional parliament declaring independence, and Madrid then imposing direct rule over the region.

After Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont and two ministerial colleagues fled, Spain jailed nine other Catalan leaders for sedition for their role in the breakaway vote. They were pardoned by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in 2021.

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    Barcelona (Barcelona) is the largest city in the Mediterranean, the administrative and cultural capital of Catalonia, an autonomous region in the Kingdom of Spain.
    A foreign tourist relaxing on the luxurious beach of the Costa de Maresme or Costa Brava has no doubt that he is in Spain. However, having decided to share this hypothesis with any of the locals, he runs the risk of hearing in response: “I’m sorry, but you are in Catalonia …”.
    Mentioning these places as a province will cause an even sharper reaction. But you can flatter the Catalan by comparing his homeland with the rest of the country, for example: “Nature, people and leisure in Catalonia are better than in Spain.”
    Catalans are convinced that they live in an independent state with its capital in Barcelona, ​​have their own government, flag, and original Catalan language, which is strongly influenced by French speech.
    On the roads near the administrative border of Catalonia, you can still find Spanish-language road signs, roughly straightened with red enamel in the Catalan way. This phenomenon, which is very far from nationalism, materializes the historical memory of the people, confident in their exclusivity. The distribution area of ​​the Catalan language marked on each local map repeats the borders of the empire, which was once called Aragon.
    The proximity of Catalan and Spanish can confuse tourists. They differ from each other no more than Russian from Ukrainian, or in extreme cases, Bulgarian. But for the Catalans it is dear as a symbol of independence.
    In our story, we will mainly stick to Spanish spellings and stress in proper names, but keep in mind that the Catalans usually stress the last syllable, like the French. For example, they say “Rambla”, not “Rambla”.
    So, the capital of Catalonia is located on the seashore between the surf line and the Calserola mountain range, at the mouth of the Llobregat River. The backdrop for Barcelona is the hills of Montjuic and Tibidabo, on the slopes of which there are parks, recreation areas and viewing platforms. To the north of the city, the resort villages of the famous Costa Brava stretch for tens of kilometers, which is considered one of the most popular tourist regions in the world.
    Barcelona is the most important port and the second largest city in Spain. About 1.5 million people live in it, and with several nearby cities an agglomeration with a population of about 5 million people is formed.
    Like no other city, Barcelona deserves to be the capital not only of Catalonia, but of the whole of Spain. After all, he gave the world Antonio Gaudi, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Jose Carreras, Montserrat Caballe. It is the Catalan capital that tourists who have visited Spain admire and wonder why dusty Madrid has not yet lost the palm to it.
    Barcelona is beautiful at any time of the year. In the spring you will find here not crowded embankments, fresh wind and soft, not burning sun; it is the smell of fried fish, the taste of rose wine, asparagus and oysters; paella Mariscada with cuttlefish ink, devilfish and dorado fish baked in sea salt, and avocado salad with langoustines.
    In summer, the city is fragrant with flowers and filled with the chirping of birds. They say that somehow the smugglers were forced to release a large batch of parrots. The birds joyfully scattered, and so they took root forever. Some streets resemble a bird market, where bird sellers offer every passerby to buy or just admire God’s creatures.
    Undoubtedly, Barcelona itself is one big attraction, an open-air museum. Here the tourist will find original architecture, unique cultural flavor, squares, boulevards and even whole quarters-monuments.
    The history of Barcelona reflects all stages of the formation of European civilization.
    There are two different legends regarding the founding of Barcelona. The first ascribes the founding of the city to the hero of Greek myths Hercules a thousand years before our era.

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    The Rambla. Plaza Catalunya.

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    The Rambla. Canaletes

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    The Rambla. Boqueria Market

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    The Rambla. Liceo Theater

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    The Rambla. Palace Guell.

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    The Rambla. Pla del Theater

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    Maritime Museum

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    The Rambla. Gates of the world

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    Marine boulevard

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    The Rambla. Port. “Maregmagnum”

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    Barcelona. Gothic Quarter. Barcino. Flag legend

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    Gothic Quarter. Royal Square

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    Barcelona (Barcelona) is the largest city in the Mediterranean, the administrative and cultural capital of Catalonia, an autonomous region in the Kingdom of Spain.
    A foreign tourist relaxing on the luxurious beach of the Costa de Maresme or Costa Brava has no doubt that he is in Spain. However, having decided to share this hypothesis with any of the locals, he runs the risk of hearing in response: “I’m sorry, but you are in Catalonia …”.
    Mentioning these places as a province will cause an even sharper reaction. But you can flatter the Catalan by comparing his homeland with the rest of the country, for example: “Nature, people and leisure in Catalonia are better than in Spain.”
    Catalans are convinced that they live in an independent state with its capital in Barcelona, ​​have their own government, flag, and original Catalan language, which is strongly influenced by French speech.
    On the roads near the administrative border of Catalonia, you can still find Spanish-language road signs, roughly straightened with red enamel in the Catalan way. This phenomenon, which is very far from nationalism, materializes the historical memory of the people, confident in their exclusivity. The distribution area of ​​the Catalan language marked on each local map repeats the borders of the empire, which was once called Aragon.
    The proximity of Catalan and Spanish can confuse tourists. They differ from each other no more than Russian from Ukrainian, or in extreme cases, Bulgarian. But for the Catalans it is dear as a symbol of independence.
    In our story, we will mainly stick to Spanish spellings and stress in proper names, but keep in mind that the Catalans usually stress the last syllable, like the French. For example, they say “Rambla”, not “Rambla”.
    So, the capital of Catalonia is located on the seashore between the surf line and the Calserola mountain range, at the mouth of the Llobregat River. The backdrop for Barcelona is the hills of Montjuic and Tibidabo, on the slopes of which there are parks, recreation areas and viewing platforms. To the north of the city, the resort villages of the famous Costa Brava stretch for tens of kilometers, which is considered one of the most popular tourist regions in the world.
    Barcelona is the most important port and the second largest city in Spain. About 1.5 million people live in it, and with several nearby cities an agglomeration with a population of about 5 million people is formed.
    Like no other city, Barcelona deserves to be the capital not only of Catalonia, but of the whole of Spain. After all, he gave the world Antonio Gaudi, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Jose Carreras, Montserrat Caballe. It is the Catalan capital that tourists who have visited Spain admire and wonder why dusty Madrid has not yet lost the palm to it.
    Barcelona is beautiful at any time of the year. In the spring you will find here not crowded embankments, fresh wind and soft, not burning sun; it is the smell of fried fish, the taste of rose wine, asparagus and oysters; paella Mariscada with cuttlefish ink, devilfish and dorado fish baked in sea salt, and avocado salad with langoustines.
    In summer, the city is fragrant with flowers and filled with the chirping of birds. They say that somehow the smugglers were forced to release a large batch of parrots. The birds joyfully scattered, and so they took root forever. Some streets resemble a bird market, where bird sellers offer every passerby to buy or just admire God’s creatures.
    Undoubtedly, Barcelona itself is one big attraction, an open-air museum. Here the tourist will find original architecture, unique cultural flavor, squares, boulevards and even whole quarters-monuments.
    The history of Barcelona reflects all stages of the formation of European civilization.
    There are two different legends regarding the founding of Barcelona. The first ascribes the founding of the city to the hero of Greek myths Hercules a thousand years before our era.

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  • Valentine

    5 out of 5 rating
    11-16-2019

    Everything is fine, we got acquainted with the Gothic quarter with this audio guide. The walk was a success! Thank you.

  • Eugene

    5 out of 5 rating
    11-10-2019

    Great tour, lots of interesting facts and covers all major attractions, perfect for a first trip to Barcelona.

  • Audiogid.ru

    5 out of 5 rating
    10-20-2019

    Points corrected. The tour is broken up more conveniently.

  • Andrey Gromov

    2 out of 5 rating
    09-09-2019

    Everything is very bad.
    The tracks are broken badly.
    Where to look is not clear, because the points on the map do not exactly correspond to the story.
    The story jumps from topic to topic.
    Yes, and I would unfold the route, because to interesting points, you get tired, and this story gets boring. Well at least it’s cheap.

  • 4 out of 5 rating
    05-24-2019

    A good, fairly detailed audio guide. Point 7, time 1:43 – an error in the audio recording (omission of part of the text).

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Barcelona acquitted in connection with the referees. La Liga president accused of falsifying facts

Relations between Barcelona and Real Madrid have soured amid an investigation into the links of the Catalan club with the former head of the Spanish referees Enriques Negreira / EPA

The case of Barcelona’s connection with the former head of the Spanish referees, José María Enríquez Negreira, takes a new turn. The Catalan edition of La Vanguardia found out that one of the facts on the basis of which the prosecutor’s office initiated the investigation turned out to be false. Barcelona have already called for the resignation of Javier Tebas, the president of La Liga, who presented dubious evidence.

Negreira from 1993 to 2018 worked in the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), including heading the refereeing commission. The Spanish prosecutor’s office, on the basis of supporting documents sent by Tebas, found out that Barcelona between 2001 and 2018. made several transfers to Negreira’s DASNIL 9 company5, their total amount was 7.3 million euros.

Negreira said he advised Barcelona on refereeing matters as the Catalans wanted to make sure they were not sued. According to him, this practice is typical for many Spanish clubs. This argument had no effect on the prosecutor’s office. They found that Barcelona paid above average prices for consultations and reports, Negreira acquired real estate and other assets, and he himself hid the fact of payments by filling out a tax return. In addition, Barcelona stopped paying Negreira after his departure from RFEF and immediately received several messages from him threatening to reveal the details of their cooperation.

The defendants in the case were Barcelona itself as a legal entity, as well as former presidents of the club Sandro Rosell (managed from 2010 to 2014) and Josep Maria Bartomeu (2014-2022). They will have to justify themselves under such articles as corruption in the sports business, dishonest management of the club and falsification of documents. The current president, Joan Laporta (he managed the Catalan club from 2003-2010 and returned in March 2021), is likely to get away with it. The sane article of the criminal code came into force only in 2010, so the period of his presidency does not fall under it.

Tebas sent a letter to the prosecutor’s office based on a handwritten document found in the house of former Barcelona director Josep Contreras – he passed away on December 25, 2022. According to La Vanguardia, this document does mention the name Rosell and the name Josep Maria, however they have nothing to do with the presidents of the Catalan club. As explained by the family of the deceased, the document refers to Ramon Rosell, a former accountant for Contreras companies, and a bank employee named Josep Maria.

Contreras wrote the note by hand between 1980 and 1990. for his family in case of force majeure. It is noted that the note mentions Catalan banks, Banca Catalana and Banca Mas Sardá, where he had accounts. Both institutions ceased to exist in the early 1990s and could in no way be related to the Negreira case. However, suspicions from Barcelona have not yet been removed.

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) also initiated an investigation into Barcelona. The organization’s website said that they are not required to rely on the decision of any court when issuing a sanction if they consider that the club directly or indirectly tried to influence the outcome of any match.

According to Spain’s Marca, UEFA plans to ban Barcelona from the Champions League for the 2023/24 season. A decision must be made by June. If it is accepted later, Barcelona will be able to delay the process by first appealing to the UEFA appeals court, and then to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

Barcelona’s actions were also condemned by all clubs in the Spanish La Liga. At the same time, Real Madrid, which teamed up with the Catalans on the issue of creating a European Super League (the clubs have not yet left the project), made a separate statement and later than everyone else.

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Expérience très singulière et unique au sein d’un vrai « igloo ». Des sculptures sur glace magnifiques et une boisson servie dans un verre de glace. A recommander.

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Bar atypique, accueillant et chaleureux.
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About: Ice Bar Barcelona

The only place in Barcelona that maintains a bracing temperature of -5ºC all year round! Icebarcelona is the coolest spot in the Catalan capital and was designed by internationally renowned artists. Located right by Somorrostro beach, it makes for the perfect spot to chill away from the city’s scorching sunshine during the hot months.

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Ice bars are popular in cities all over Europe and Barcelona is no exception. In the peak of summer, when the temperature is climbing up into the 30s and humidity is rising, the Barcelona Ice Bar and Drink is waiting for you, as a cool refuge from the hot sun! Even in the cooler months, the ice bar is a novel way of having some fun!

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The Ice Bar is exactly what it sounds like:

A bar made entirely of ice! Everything from the thick ice brick walls to the chairs and sofás is made of ice, and it’s also filled with icy surprises. The bar adopts different themes over the course of the year, such as the 80s or 90s, and matches ice sculptures to the theme. There is also music to help keep the party moving and you can dance to help turn up the heat in the chilly surroundings.

Barcelona Ice Bar and Drink: What is the Ice Bar?

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Once you step inside the bar, you’ll be handed a big warm coat and a pair of gloves. This might seem crazy if you’re visiting our amazing city in the summer when the thought of wearing a big jacket appears to be completely insane, but trust us, you’ll need it inside the chilly bar. Also included in your ticket is one drink and it will be served in a glass made of, you guessed it, ice. Ice Bar Barcelona is a fun and different way to finish a day at the beach or to start your night out.

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This is a great place to celebrate a birthday, romantic occasion, or a stag/hen party! Alternatively, it just makes a great addition to your holiday. Step off the sand and into the frozen air of the ice bar, or come after dinner and before dancing. It has a spectacular location right on the seafront, next door to some of the biggest clubs in Barcelona, such as Opium, Shoko and Carpe Diem. Here you can party the night away until the early hours of the morning.

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Expérience très singulière et unique au sein d’un vrai « igloo ». Des sculptures sur glace magnifiques et une boisson servie dans un verre de glace. A recommender.

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The only place in Barcelona that maintains an invigorating -5ºC temperature all year round! Icebarcelona is the coolest place in the Catalan capital, created by world famous artists. Situated right on the beach of Somorrostro, it is the perfect place to relax during the hot months under the scorching sun of the city.

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you will quickly find yourself in a unique bar with handmade sculptures, where the temperature is maintained at -5 °C. See ice sculptures from around the world at the bar and enjoy a drink in the lounge. You will be provided with a jacket and gloves to keep warm.

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Casa mila casa batllo: which Gaudí house is better

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This post was updated in May 2022.

The most frequently asked question on our Gaudí Free Tour is this one: “Which Gaudí house is better, Casa Milà or Casa Batlló?”. The easiest answer is to visit both if you can as each one is a masterpiece in its own right. However, not everyone has enough time in Barcelona or maybe they prefer to see other attractions to make their visit more varied.

Let me explain the pros and cons of each of these UNESCO World Heritage buildings so you can make an informed decision. At the end of the article, I will also tell you which one is my personal favourite and how you can book official tickets and skip the queues. Don’t forget that Casa Milà has a nickname: La Pedrera.

Casa Milà vs Casa Batlló: a comparative

The architecture

Many people love the colourful ornate facade of Casa Batlló. It is full of eye-catching tiles that make the house impossible to miss when strolling past. With its bone-like balconies and curvy reptile roof, this facade is usually preferred to that of La Pedrera. While Casa Batlló certainly followed the fashions of the time, it is not strictly 100 per cent Gaudí. The architect was commissioned to remodel this 1870s building in keeping with the Art Nouveau fashion of the day.

Gaudí’s balconies at the façade of Casa Batlló. Photo by ludovic

I always ask guests on my tours to dig a little deeper to see the genius in Casa Milà too. This apartment block was designed from the ground up and Gaudí abandoned colour for form. It is so original and unlike any construction from this period. You will either love or hate the recycled welded iron balconies on its wavy limestone front.

Both masterpieces can be seen from the outside, so, no agonising choices here. However, as regards layout, ingenuity, new construction methods and importance, La Pedrera would get the critics thumbs up.

Interior patio at Casa Milà. Photo by dconvertini

OUR TIP: Looking at both houses from the outside? Decided on which to enter? Get online and book. It is also cheaper than paying at the entrance.

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The interior

Let’s discuss the interiors. What do you get to visit? Which one is better?

Entrances, courtyards and patios

In both houses, you see the inside patio (two in la Pedrera), the stairway, an individual apartment, the attic and the roof terrace. I prefer the entranceway to Casa Batlló by far. It is like entering a jewelry box and the carved wooden staircase up to the apartment will blow you away. If you are a tile person the interior patio is all about decoration. It is beautifully done in shades of blue giving the atmosphere of submergence in the ocean depths.

Casa Milà’s entranceway starts at a modern-looking ticket office where you put your belongings through a security check. But once through to the first patio, you can breathe a sigh of relief as it is round and spacious, catering to larger numbers. While the patios are a lot plainer inside, there are some eye-catching painted frescoes around.

The stunning interior patio at Casa Batlló. Photo by Casal Partiu

OUR TIP: If the queue for the lift to the roof terrace in La Pedrera looks long, ask the staff to show you the hidden stairway off the patio (servants used it in the olden days). It is 8 floors up so make sure you are fit and ready for the climb.

Living quarters

The living quarters of Casa Batlló are not furnished and a lot of rooms (kitchen, servants quarters and bathroom) are missing so it lacks that sense of a real lived-in apartment. Despite this, some people do prefer the interior. Sculpted wooden doors, colourful stained glass windows and rounded plaster ceilings transport guests to a fairy wonderland. The family terrace is open to visitors affording a view of the back part of the house, a feature which is not available in Casa Milà.

La Pedrera’s apartment is furnished, giving a great insight into how people lived and decorated their abodes in this era. Wandering from room to room disorientates most as the layout follows the curve of the round patio which is so unusual in any construction. Subtle and brilliant, it does, however, miss that immediate first impression, the wow factor of Casa Batlló.

Furnished apartment in La Pedrera. Photo by Bert Kaufmann

OUR TIP: Both living quarters exhibition spaces can feel quite cramped when busy so try to catch the early morning or late evening visits (about 1.5 hours before closing time).

The attic

The white plastered, ribbed walls of the attic in Casa Batlló make you feel the nickname house of bones is very fitting for this dwelling. In parts, it can be narrow and if crowded a bit claustrophobic, but this impressive passageway must be walked to arrive at the roof terrace.

Casa Milà’s loft has bare ribbed walls and ceilings made from red brick, immediately creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere. It’s an enormous space and is dotted with small windows so one does not feel boxed in or stuffy. Excellent models, videos, charts, furniture and more give the visitor a fantastic insight into all of Gaudi’s work, a display that Casa Batlló lacks.

A miniature model of La Pedrera at Casa Milà’s exhibition space in the attic. Photo by Tracey Hind

OUR TIP: One exhibit not to be missed in Casa Milà’s rafters is the hanging chain model of Colonia Güell. It explains Gaudí’s genius by looking in the mirror below.

The roof terrace

The terrace of Casa Batlló is not as promising as you might think by looking at the roof from below. It houses chimneys, the skylight and the water storage room. While still imaginative and, no mistaking, a Gaudí rooftop, I get the feeling that, after completion, the architect thought to himself: “I can definitely do better in my next house“. And that, my friends, would be La Pedrera.

The colourful roof terrace at Casa Batlló. Photo by Tony Hisgett

The terrace of Casa Milà is one of the most magical places in Barcelona and a sculptural masterpiece. Stairwells, ventilation towers and chimneys are the 3 main elements that combine to make a highly original and wonderful space. It is not a flat surface (like casa Batlló) and you will be climbing up and downstairs to see the sights so those with bad knees, be aware.

As a plus, you can actually enjoy beautiful views of Barcelona from La Pedrera’s roof terrace (a classic photopic is the one of Sagrada Familia framed by one of the arches). Even famous film directors like Michelangelo Antonioni found the place irresistible enough to use it as a backdrop for a movie. Check out this scene of his 1975 film “The Passenger” with Jack Nicholson and Maria Schneider wandering around Gaudí’s rooftop in a very blackened by pollution Casa Milà (things are quite different now).

The only disadvantage of La Pedrera’s roof terrace compared to Casa Batlló’s is that it will be closed when it rains. So check the weather forecast beforehand so you don’t leave Barcelona without experiencing it.

OUR TIP: On Summer nights both La Pedrera and Casa Batlló offer night shows on their roof terraces. Both are great and I can’t think of a better way to enjoy the atmosphere of these special places accompanied by great music and surrounded by Gaudí’s endless imagination.

The world-famous roof terrace at La Pedrera

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Night visit of La Pedrera

One exciting option is a night tour of La Pedrera. A little more pricey but worth doing as they limit the number of people per group led by a helpful guide answering queries. The roof terrace takes on a magical dimension by the light of the moon, and the house feels eerily quiet. On the downside, one misses Gaudí’s clever use of illumination by natural daylight. Also, as you are on a group tour, you won’t be able to linger long in any location but the free glass of cava at the end will surely make up for it.

Audio guides

In Casa Batlló, a visual audio guide is handed out which tends to keep both adults and children occupied. It is an interactive mini tablet that you twirl around each room and photos of the period decoration appear. In other locations, little animations pop up giving you an insight into the inspirations of the architect (you can check the video below to get an idea). The drawback here is the narration which tends to be a bit boring without many stories, also no photos showing the bedrooms either!

La Pedrera has the traditional earphones, is more complete and less gadgety. It doesn’t need the visual as everything is there for you to see in real life. Again, a little on the dry side, but gives all the basics to understanding the house.

OUR TIP: For those who hate audio guides a good investment is the Visual Guide book series. Casa Batlló and Casa Milà books are excellent with plenty of pictures and simple explanations. A great memory to take home with you too.

The price

There is no way out here: both houses are quite expensive (especially Casa Batlló with the new 10D Experience), although there are some discounts for seniors, children or students. The good news is that the price always includes the audio guide which, especially in the case of Casa Batlló, is quite helpful.

Bear in mind that there is a surcharge of €4 in Casa Batlló and €3 in La Pedrera if you decide to buy your ticket at the entrance. This is one of the reasons why it is advisable to pre-book online. The main one is that you will skip the lines at both attractions (only with the Gold ticket at Casa Batlló). There is not much point in booking La Pedrera Premium ticket as you will also skip the lines with the regular ticket.

Beautiful ceiling at Casa Batlló. Photo by Shaun Dunmall

There is also a possibility of paying extra for a premium service. Casa Milà offers guided tours and a night projection show while Casa Batlló has an early entrance option and theatrical visits. You can also enjoy live music with a glass of cava at the terraces in both houses during the Summer months.

One word of warning: nowadays there are many websites selling tickets to the Gaudí attractions. Most of them will charge an extra booking fee so you will end up paying more than you should. Even worse, there are even some scamming sites selling fake tickets that, of course, won’t be valid. If you want to pay the official price, always book through an official site. These are official sites where you can purchase the tickets to both buildings with no surprises:

Book tickets to Casa Milà / La Pedrera

Book tickets to Casa Batlló

The queues and crowds

Casa Batlló is a smaller building and in the high season feels very squashed. Sometimes it is hard to appreciate the interior as there are way too many people inside. A few times on my Gaudí private tours we got caught in a human traffic jam through the narrow attic that leads to the roof terrace.

The queues are always long to get into this house also, maybe because it is more popular or because it moves slower. I always advise clients to go very early when it opens at 9 am or very late (around 7. 30 pm-8 pm) when most people have finished sightseeing and are heading off for dinner.

The living room in the main apartment at Casa Batlló. Photo by Michele Ursino

Casa Milà is a larger space and more able to cater to a larger number of people. Even in the high season, the queues are manageable. However, because of this, tour groups are regularly brought here and it is not unusual to see a tour bus or two parked outside. The group entrance is a separate one from the individual travellers so it will not affect the line to get in.

Organised groups whisk through the building as they are on a schedule so hold back, they will move on quickly. Just don’t get caught in the living quarters on show with a large tour as this is the smallest space and can feel cramped if crowded.

Courtyard at Casa Milà. Photo by Blair-39

Casa Milà or Casa Batlló? My personal choice

Casa Milà

My personal favourite is Casa Milà. As a tour guide bringing people around, there is so much more to dig your teeth into. The building is a leap forward in construction methods. Maybe its modern front is not to everyone’s taste but it is uniquely original for its time. The roof terrace is a winner in everyone’s book while the attic is amazing and has a more complete exhibition space. The apartment on view has a unique layout being cleverly designed by Gaudí and all rooms are present and furnished. If you are in any way interested in architecture, this is the one to pick.

Casa Batlló

However, one can not dismiss Casa Batlló, even though it was only been remodelled by Gaudí. It is a masterpiece of craftwork and, if not a bit over the top, fuels the imagination. Many clients I have, had preferred Casa Batlló for this reason, especially families with kids. The mini-tablet guide keeps the children well-occupied and fires up their interest.

In Casa Batlló there is a new 10-D Experience that started in May 2021. Bear in mind that this is not designed by Gaudí. It consists of a series of eye-catching art installations placed outside the rooms mentioned above. At the moment this is the only option available if you want to see the house. This has pushed up the price of the visit by a whopping 40%! We will keep you informed here if options without this new feature are available again at some point.

My advice is to study this post, look at the photos of both houses, think about what you want from the visit and decide from there.

Casa Milà a.k.a. La Pedrera practical information

Opening times (

COVID-19 UPDATED for 2022):

  • Every Day: 9 am to 8:30 pm
  • Night visit: 8:30 pm to 11 pm
Prices for the general visit:
  • Adult: €25
  • Children (7 to 12): €12.50
  • Children (0 t 6): Free
  • Senior (65+), student & disabled: €19
  • Catalonia resident: €12. 50
  • Catalonia resident children (7 to 12): €6

These are the prices for bookings online. There is a €3 surcharge if bought at the ticket office.

Other options to visit the building are available at different prices.

Only use an official site to book skip-the-line Casa Milà/La Pedrera tickets at the official prices
BOOK CASA MILÀ TICKETS

Casa Batlló practical information

Opening times (

COVID-19 UPDATED for 2022):

  • Every Day: 9 am to 8:15 pm
  • Magic Nights concerts: 8 pm (visit) 9 pm (concert)
Prices online for the general visit (10D Experience):
  • Adult: €39
  • Senior (65+): €36
  • Student: €33
  • Disabled: €29
  • Children (13 to 17): €33
  • Children (0 to 12): Free
  • Spanish resident: €19. 50

These are the prices for bookings online. There is a €4 surcharge if bought at the ticket office.

Other options to visit the building are available at different prices.

Only use an official site to book skip-the-line Casa Batlló tickets at the official prices
BOOK CASA BATLLÓ TICKETS

If you are looking for other activities here, don’t forget to check the very complete guide for What to do in Barcelona. You definitely won’t be short of things to do!

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Main photograph: Casa Milà/La Pedrera by Antonio Tajuelo and Casa Batlló by Casal Partiu

Which Gaudí house is better?

Last Updated on April 12, 2023 by Sam

When it comes to the Gaudí houses of Barcelona a regular question is which is better, Casa Batlló or Casa Milà? These buildings are considered to be two of the architect’s masterpieces, which is why they’re both on our list of the best Gaudi houses in Barcelona! If you only have the time or the budget to visit one then you will need to decide between the two. It can be a tough decision when deciding between Casa Batlló or Casa Milà (also known as La Pedrera), but having visited both we’ve made this comparison to help you out! This guide covers the similarities and differences between Casa Milà and Casa Batlló, as well as giving our personal recommendation of which is better to visit during your time in Barcelona!

Looking for other places to visit in Barcelona? Make sure to check out our five day Barcelona itinerary for inspiration!

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Casa Batlló or Casa Milà?

Architecture

Casa Batlló and Casa Milà are considered to be two of Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces, and so the architecture is the most obvious place to start when comparing the two. The distinctive facades of both buildings can be seen along Barcelona’s Passeig de Gràcia – so if you only want to see the exterior there is no cost at all.

Comparing the exteriors, the facade of Casa Batlló is more immediately impressive than that of Casa Milà. The facade of Casa Batlló quickly catches the attention with vibrant colours and unique mask-shaped balconies. Casa Milà has a more subtle appeal, with a stone facade and wavy balconies that stand out from neighbouring buildings.

Overall, the exterior of Casa Batlló is a bit more unique, giving it a slight edge over Casa Milà.

Moving on to the interior, and once again Casa Batlló comes out on top.

Some of the stand-out features include the grandiose living room adorned with coloured-glass windows, and the beautiful blue-tiled staircase. Perhaps the most impressive part of Casa Milà’s interior is the attic, which is designed with archways around the room.

In terms of architecture, one area where Casa Milà is more impressive is the rooftop terrace. One of the most impressive features is the unique rooftop guardians scattered around the large terrace. There are also some nice views of Barcelona to enjoy, with Sagrada Familia being visible from parts of the rooftop.

Casa Batlló’s rooftop area is quite a bit smaller, but does still have some nice features such as the colourful mosaic chimneys.

Any comparison between the architecture of Casa Batlló and Casa Milà is subjective, but all things considered Casa Batlló is slightly more impressive. In our opinion the extravagant exterior and grand rooms make it that extra bit special.

Which rooms do you get to visit?

The next thing to consider is whether you get to see more of the interior in Casa Batlló or Casa Milà. Unfortunately it’s not possible to visit every room in either building, but there are some notable differences to consider.

One thing worth knowing is that in Casa Batlló the rooms are unfurnished, whilst in Casa Milà you get to visit the furnished Pedrera apartment. If you want to see how the inside of a home was furnished and decorated during this era then Casa Milà is the way to go.

An advantage of visiting Casa Batlló is that you actually get access to more rooms. The basic blue ticket gives you access to the entrance hall, Mr. Batlló’s study, the living room, dining room, courtyard, attic and roof terrace.

A visit to Casa Milà allows you to see the building’s two connected courtyards, the Pedrera apartment, attic and roof terrace. Although the apartment is furnished, we found the unfurnished rooms in Casa Batlló more interesting due to the architecture.

As you can see, you get to see quite a bit more on a standard visit to Casa Batlló in comparison to Casa Milà. There are also more premium tickets available for Casa Batlló that include access to the concierge room and Lord Batlló’s bedroom.

Cost and Value for Money

The cost of tickets is an important consideration when deciding between Casa Batlló or Casa Milà. There are several ticket and tour options at both buildings, with a visit to La Pedrera generally being the cheaper option.

Tickets to visit Casa Milà start from €25 per person, whereas entrance to Casa Batlló starts from €39 per person. If you’re on a tight budget then immediately Casa Milà stands out as being significantly cheaper.

There are also more premium tickets available for your to visit Casa Batlló, with silver tickets starting from €47 per person and gold tickets from €49 per person.

Silver tickets include the immersive Gaudí Dome, a Virtual Reality Tablet for your tour, and access to the concierge room. Gold tickets include fast-track entrance, as well as access to Lord Batlló’s bedroom and an exclusive outdoor lounge.

Although tickets to visit Casa Batlló are more expensive than tickets to Casa Milà, we think they represent better value for money. Even with the basic blue tickets you get access to more rooms, and in our opinion the rooms are generally much more impressive than most of what you can see in Casa Milà.

Another thing to consider when talking about value for money is that it’s cheaper to buy your tickets online in advance. If you buy your tickets in person then there is a surcharge of €3 per ticket at Casa Milà and a surcharge of €4 per ticket at Casa Batlló.

To avoid the surcharge we recommend booking your tickets online through Get Your Guide to ensure you get the best price. Booking through Get Your Guide also means you have free cancellation until 24 hours before your scheduled visit.

As mentioned earlier, tickets for an audioguide tour of Casa Batlló start from €39 per person, but the premium tickets do cost slightly more if you want a more unique experience.

Click here to book an amazing visit to Casa Batlló on the Get Your Guide website!

Casa Milà tickets are also available through Get Your Guide, with prices starting from €25 per person. An audioguide is included, but there is also the option for a unique night tour experience at Casa Milà for €35 per person.

Click here to book tickets to Casa Milà on the Get Your Guide website!

We strongly recommend booking tickets in advance to ensure your entry and to save time queueing for tickets on arrival. Booking through Get Your Guide means you have free cancellation until 24 hours before your visit – so it’s worth guaranteeing your ticket now as you can always change our plans later!

Judgement: Casa Batlló or Casa Milà?

For us it’s a fairly easy decision when comparing Casa Batlló vs Casa Milà. If it isn’t already obvious, we think Casa Batlló is the superior of the two.

The architecture of Casa Batlló is more impressive, you get to visit more rooms, and in turn this means it’s better value for money. Casa Milà is still a wonderful place to visit in Barcelona and is also the cheaper option, but despite this we feel Casa Batlló is still better value overall.

If you do have the budget we definitely recommend visiting both houses, so this judgement only applies if you have to pick between the two. We would still definitely recommend visiting Casa Milà to see the impressive exterior, even if you’re not going to pay to go inside.

Whether you decide to visit just one or both of the famous houses, it’s definitely worth booking your tickets in advance using the links below. Booking in advance is one of our top Barcelona travel tips as you avoid the risk of tickets selling out and in some cases get skip-the-line access!

If you’re looking for other great tours and activities for your trip to Barcelona then it’s worth exploring more of the Get Your Guide website. They have a variety of great options to choose from, and by booking ahead you won’t have to worry about tickets selling out!

Click here to see the amazing tours available on the Get Your Guide website!

Casa Batlló Information

Opening hours: 9:00-20:15. Last entry at 19:15.

Duration of visit: Approximately 1 hour.

Nearest metro station to Casa Batlló: Passeig de Gràcia.

Ticket prices: Blue tickets – €39. Silver tickets – €47. Gold tickets – €49.

Where to buy tickets for Casa Batlló: Click here to book your tickets now through Get Your Guide!

Casa Milà Information

Opening hours: 9:00-20:30. Night tours from 20:30-23:00.

Duration of visit: Approximately 1-1½ hours.

Nearest metro station to Casa Milà: Diagonal.

Ticket prices: Standard visit – €25. Night experience – €35.

Where to buy tickets for Casa Milà: Click here to book skip-the-line tickets now through Get Your Guide!

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Casa Batlló or Casa Mila what to choose?

The most frequently asked question during the tour “Barcelona Gaudí” “Which Gaudí’s house is better, Mila’s house or Batllo’s house?” Since each of them is a unique masterpiece, the simplest answer is visit both houses.

However, I understand that not everyone has enough time in Barcelona or that people simply prefer to visit other places of interest to make their visit more varied.

Let me tell you the pros and cons of each visit to one of these buildings so you can make an informed decision.

At the end of the article, I will also tell you how you can book official tickets and avoid the queues. Home

In detail about each of Gaudí’s houses in Barcelona, ​​I will tell in these articles the house of Mila and the house of Batlló.

Architecture

The colorful ornate façade of Casa Batlló captivates at first sight. With its bone-like balconies and a curved roof with colored tiles that resemble dragon scales, this façade is generally preferred to that of La Pedrera. Although Batllo’s house certainly followed the fashion of the time, it is not 100 percent a Gaudí house. The architect redesigned this building from the 1870s in accordance with the Art Nouveau fashion of the time.

Falling in love with Casa Batlló is very easy, but the charm of Casa Mila is not immediately apparent.

Gaudí designed this residential building from scratch, in this work he abandoned color in favor of form. Mila’s house is unlike any building of this period.

Both masterpieces are visible from the outside, so there is no painful choice here. However, in terms of planning, ingenuity, new construction methods, La Pedrera deserves special attention.

Interior

In both houses you will find a patio (there are two in La Pedrera), a staircase, separate apartments, an attic and a roof terrace. The entrance to Casa Batlló looks like a jewelry box. The carved wooden staircase leading to the apartments will blow your mind.

If you love tiles, your patio will grab your attention right away. It is beautifully executed in shades of blue, creating an atmosphere of diving into the depths of the ocean.

The entrance to Casa Mila begins with a modern ticket office where you check in your belongings. But when you walk into the first patio, you can breathe a sigh of relief, as it is round and spacious, designed for a large number of people. Although the inside of the patio is much simpler, there are some attractive murals here.

Casa Batlló or Casa Mila: living quarters

The living quarters of Casa Batlló are unfurnished, many rooms (kitchen, maid’s room and bathroom) are missing, so it does not feel like a real lived-in apartment.

Sculpted wooden doors, colorful stained glass windows and curved plaster ceilings transport guests to a fairytale wonderland. The family terrace is open to visitors. It offers a view of the back of the house, which Mila’s house does not have.

Apartment La Pedrera furnished. This makes it possible to understand how people lived and designed their homes in that era. It is easy to get lost when moving from room to room. The layout repeats the curve of the round patio, which makes the interior unusual.

Attic

The white stucco, ribbed walls of the attic at Casa Batlló make you feel that the nickname “house of bones” fits this dwelling very well. It can be narrow in some places, but this impressive passage must be passed through to reach the rooftop terrace.

Mila’s attic is bare ribbed walls and red brick ceilings. They immediately create a warm and relaxed atmosphere. This huge space is dotted with small windows, so there is no feeling of isolation or stuffiness. Excellent models, videos, diagrams, furniture and more give visitors a fantastic insight into all of Gaudí’s work that Casa Batlló lacks.

Casa Batlló or Casa Mila: terrace

The terrace of Casa Batlló is not as promising as one might think, looking at the roof from below. Chimneys, an attic floor and a water storage room are located here. Despite the fact that the roof of the Batllo house is not without imagination, it loses to the terrace of the Mila house.

The terrace of Mila is one of the most magical places in Barcelona. Staircases, ventilation towers and chimneys combine to create a very original and amazing space.

The advantage is that from the terrace on the roof of La Pedrera you can enjoy beautiful views of Barcelona (classic is the view of the Sagrada Familia framed by one of the arches). Even such famous directors as Michelangelo Antonioni found this place so irresistible that they used it as a set for a movie. Watch a scene from his film The Passenger where Jack Nicholson and Maria Schneider roam the Gaudí rooftop. The characters from Woody Allen’s Vicky Cristina Barcelona meet on the roof of Mila’s house.

The only disadvantage of the La Pedrera rooftop terrace compared to the Casa Batlló terrace is that it will be closed when it rains. Therefore, check the weather forecast in advance before visiting Mila’s house.

On summer evenings, both La Pedrera and Casa Batlló offer nightly shows on their rooftop terraces. Both of them are great. There is no better way to enjoy the atmosphere of these special places than with great music and Gaudí’s endless imagination.

Casa Batlló or Casa Mila compare

Casa Mila

The building is a leap forward in construction methods. Its modern façade may not be to everyone’s taste, but it is unique and original. In this work, Gaudi was ahead of his time by many decades; it is no coincidence that the Mila House became the first building of 20th century architecture that was included in the UNESCO register.

The rooftop terrace is a separate little Gaudí masterpiece, while the attic is amazing and has a more complete exhibition space. The apartment in the Mila house has a unique layout designed by Gaudí. You can visit all the rooms and see the original interiors and designer furniture. If you are even a little interested in architecture, you should choose Mila House.

Casa Batlló

However, Casa Batlló cannot be ignored, despite the fact that Gaudí only rebuilt it. This is a masterpiece of handicraft art, it strikes the imagination. Many visitors, especially families with children, prefer Casa Batlló for this very reason. The mini tablet guide given out during the visit keeps the kids busy and piques their interest. But we must remember that the unique interiors have not been preserved in Batye’s house.

Casa Batlló and Casa Mila buy tickets

Nowadays, there are many sites that sell tickets for visiting Gaudí attractions. Most of them charge extra for bookings. You end up paying more than you should. Worse, there are even some scam sites selling fake tickets. As you understand, they will not be valid. If you want to pay the official price, always book through the official website.

Please note that if you choose to buy a ticket at the ticket office at the entrance, the surcharge will be 4 euros for Casa Batlló and 3 euros for La Pedrera. This is one of the reasons why it is recommended to pre-book your tickets online.

These are the official sites where you can purchase tickets for both buildings without any surprises.

Buy tickets to Casa Batllo Gaudí on the official website

Buy tickets to Casa Mila Gaudí on the official website 41 Gaudi’s houses , built many years ago for wealthy families, are now considered to be among the top most visited attractions in Barcelona. As part of the tour, you will have the opportunity to see the architectural gems of the capital of Catalonia by Antoni Gaudi – Casa Mila and Casa Batlló, as well as to appreciate the appearance of the Vicens house. In the last object, a museum was opened a couple of years ago, accessible to everyone.

All of Gaudí’s houses are quite close to each other, so the tour will not require you to give up on what you have planned for the day.

The buildings were erected at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries according to designs created by Antonio Gaudí. There is a point of view that they were ahead of their time, because the contrast with the rest of the residential development was obvious to everyone. One way or another, the houses of Batllo, Mila and Vicens are objects that deserve the attention of travelers.

Casa Batlló: victory over the dragon

Casa Batlló is a residential building built for the textile magnate of the Catalan capital. The restoration of the original building gave the city one of the best projects of Antonio Gaudí.

To avoid endless lines at the entrance, buy your tickets to Casa Batllo in advance online. Here is link to the official ticket platform.

Gaudí’s Three Houses: Casa Batlló

The appearance is striking, as is the architect’s approach to the implementation of engineering systems and interior decoration. At 19The 69th Casa Batlló was recognized as a monument of national importance, and in the new millennium the house was noted in its list by UNESCO. Is it possible to pass by such a titled object?

Another residential project built according to Gaudí’s plan at the beginning of the 20th century. In 1984, he became the pioneer of all the buildings of the last century, included in the UNESCO list. The work turned out to be one of the most ambitious in the career of an architect, a stage that gave invaluable experience, which was subsequently used in the construction of the Sagrada Familia temple.

Gaudí’s Houses in Barcelona: Casa Mila

The inspiration for the House of Mila, as for other works of Gaudí, was nature. The wave-like shape of the balconies is the first thing that catches your eye when looking at the building from the outside. Casa Mila is open to visitors, while videos, photos and drawings await inside. On them it is possible to trace the creative path of a genius.

To avoid queues, we advise you to buy tickets to Dom Mila online in advance. You can do this at the official link .

Slightly less publicized than previously mentioned, but its importance to Barcelona is undeniable. If you look at the plan of the object, you can see a quadrangle with a very unusual shape of a smoking room and a dining room. A lot of decorative elements are a distinctive feature of the Vicens house.

What’s on offer

  1. Skip-the-line visit to Casa Batlló with a video guide in Russian.
  2. Skip-the-line visit to Casa Mila with video guide in Russian.
  3. Visit to Casa Vicens without queues.

Gaudi Pass online: what is the benefit

1. Save money.
2. Gaudí projects are the highlight of Barcelona.
3. The buildings are not that far apart.

Where to buy

The Gaudi Pass can be ordered at link .

Certain time intervals are observed in the operation of objects, which allows avoiding crowds. Inspection details will be communicated by a member of staff after a successful booking.

  • How to avoid queues at Barcelona attractions. Tickets for the Sagrada Familia and Park Güell skip the line.
  • How not to be deceived by local taxi drivers. Order a taxi in advance with fixed rates online. The most reliable service for ordering a taxi is KiwiTaxi .
  • Excursions in Barcelona with locals will help you get to know this city for real. The best way to get comfortable in an unfamiliar city is to walk around it with a person who has lived here for many years.
  • We advise you to take out travel insurance so that there are no unpleasant surprises while traveling to Barcelona.

Facts barcelona: 36 Interesting Facts about Barcelona, Spain (100% true)

36 Interesting Facts about Barcelona, Spain (100% true)

Capital of the region of Catalonia, Barcelona is located in the northeast of Spain, on the Mediterranean Sea. Vibrant, sunny, and rich in culture, it is one of the most attractive and cultural cities in Europe and the most visited city in Spain.

Indeed, Gaudi’s city always attracts more and more tourists every year because of its location, its architecture, its warm temperatures, and its food. But its roots, its history, its heritage, and its traditions are just as fascinating to discover.

Discover everything about this city thanks to these 36 interesting facts about Barcelona, Spain

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Facts on Barcelona to Learn All About It
  • The Best Barcelona Facts
  • Barcelona Fun Facts
  • Barcelona Cathedral Facts
  • Barcelona Facts for Kids
  • General Facts of Barcelona
  • Barcelona Flag
  • More Facts!
  • The Full List of 36 Barcelona Facts

Facts on Barcelona to Learn All About It

Ready to learn all about Barcelona?

Facts are one of the best ways to learn more about something, and I personally love to read them! I’ve put together for you quite a bit of fact on Barcelona; I’ve split them into 5 categories:

  • The best Barcelona facts
  • Barcelona fun facts
  • Barcelona cathedral facts
  • Barcelona facts for kids
  • General facts of Barcelona

Let’s dive in straight away with our first category!

 

The Best Barcelona Facts

First things first, in this part of the list, you will find general Barcelona facts that you might not know about:

 

1. Barcelona’s beaches are artificial

That’s right! Though Barceloneta beach is the best urban beach in the world (according to National Geographic and Discovery channel), and Barcelona has been voted Best Beach City in the world, there were no beaches before the 1992 Olympic Games.

The seaside was full of local industries until the city decided to create the beautiful Barcelona beaches we now know

 

2. Barcelona is said to be older than Rome

No one really knows the exact origin of many famous cities, and Barcelona is one of them.

However, it is said that Hercules founded the city 400 years before Rome was built. This place, on the coast, was ideal for settlers, and some ruins have been found dating earlier than 5000 BC.

Another theory is that Hamilcar Barca, a historic general, founded the city.

 

3. Barcelona is one of the world’s most bike-friendly cities

This fact is not well-known, but there are 180 kilometers/112 miles of bicycle lanes in Barcelona.

It is ranked 11th in the most bike-friendly cities in the world, and Bicing, one of the most successful bike-sharing programs in the world, helps it a ton.

 

 

4. Barcelona is the only city in the world awarded a royal gold medal for architecture

You probably know Eixample or Sagrada Familia’s unique architecture, mostly due to famous architect Gaudí. The street corners are cut off to let trams turn safer, and the cathedral’s beauty speaks for itself.

Well, while the Royal Gold Medal for Architecture is usually awarded to people, Barcelona is currently the one and only city in the world to be honored with the Royal Institute of British Architects’ medal.

 

 

5. The busiest pedestrian street in Spain is in Barcelona

Portal de l’Àngel, a famous street in Barcelona, is the busiest pedestrian street in the whole country, on top of being one of the most expensive walkways.

If you need some numbers to understand that a little better, hear me out: there are 150,000 people walking it down, on average, daily!

 

6. There are 55 museums in Barcelona

You can find unique and fantastic museums in Barcelona, such as Fundació Joan Miró, Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) or Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC).

The city is full of historical surprises and architectural marvels, you will have an amazing time discovering all of this. That’s one of the reasons why Barcelona is a great destination, even in winter. 

 

 

7. Barcelona has the largest metropolitan park in the world

Barcelona’s Parc de Collserola is 84.65 km² / 32.4 sq mi large, making it the world’s largest metropolitan park.

If that does not seem so impressive to you, just remember that it is 22 times larger than Central Park, in New York.

 

8. There are 68 parks in Barcelona

The recent tendency in large cities is to reduce green spaces and to add buildings.

If that makes you sad, you should spend few days in Barcelona. There are 68 parks there and they represent more than 10 percent of the city’s area, and that’s growing from year to year!

 

9. Camp Nou, Barcelona’s football stadium, is the biggest in Europe

FC Barcelona is probably the most famous football club in the whole world. Tons of the best players ever have played at least once there, and it remains to this day one of the most successful organizations.

Its stadium, Camp Nou, is mythical and has a unique atmosphere. On top of that, it is Europe’s biggest stadium, and second in the world, were it not for Rungrado May Day Stadium (in North Korea).

 

 

10. Barcelona is the biggest city on the Mediterranean sea

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain, behind Madrid of course.

However, if you look at the bigger picture, it is the biggest city on the whole mediterranean sea, with an area of 101.4 km² / 38.9 sq mi. More than 5.5 million people live in the city and the surrounding areas.

 

11. Barcelona is the most visited city in Spain

Europe’s most visited cities are Paris, London, Istanbul, and… Barcelona.

In Spain, it is the most visited city, with over 8.2 million visitors per year. In the world, it is ranked 12th.

 

 

12. The first name of Barcelona was Barcino

Before the city was founded, the area was called Barcino. It was named after the famous general Hamilcar Barca, which I told you about in fact #2.

If the Hercules theory is true, it is said that Barcelona came up because his only ship surviving wreckage was the 9th one, “Barca Nona”.

 

13. Barcelona used to be a Muslim region

You might know Barcelona as an extremely Catholic city, and that is completely true nowadays: 94% of the locals are Roman Catholics.

However, during the 8th century, the region was seized by the Moors, which were Muslims. It stayed a Muslim city for over a century.

 

14. Catalonia was once separated from Spain

Catalonia is a very unique and separatist region, even to this day.

It was actually separated from Spain along 7 other countries, unified later as the country we now know. That is probably why the people of Catalonia are so proud of their identity.

 

 

Read more: Discover more facts about Catalonia

 

15. Magic in Europe started in Barcelona

The practice of magic has been around for a long while, but Barcelona made it official.

The first magic shop and museum of magic in the world was founded there in 1881, rapidly spreading the art throughout Europe, way faster than before.

 

16. There are 2 official languages in Barcelona

You got it, Barcelona is located in Catalonia and has a unique identity.

So unique that there are actually 2 official languages in the city: Spanish and Catalan. You will see both languages all around the city. But make no mistake, Catalan is not a dialect, it is a completely distinct language from Spanish.

 

17. There are more than 20 Michelin-starred restaurants in Barcelona

If you want to eat well, be ready, because Barcelona has tons of awarded restaurants.

Catalan cuisine, just like all other Mediterranean gastronomy, is mostly made of fresh vegetables, olive oil, fruits, and seafood.

 

 

18. Barcelona used to be Spain’s capital city

While the context is very special and saddening, Barcelona became the Republic of Spain’s capital during the Spanish Civil War, from November 1937 to January 1939.

During that time, both Madrid and Barcelona were still under the rule of the republic.

 

19. La Rambla is actually five streets

You probably already know La Rambla, it is a famous tree-lined pedestrian street in Barcelona. It is both very beautiful and very popular.

However, what most people don’t know, is that it is actually made of 5 sections: Rambla de Canaletes, Rambla dels Estudis, Rambla de Sant Josep, Rambla dels Caputxins, and Rambla de Santa Mònica. That’s why it is sometimes called “Las Ramblas” (plural).

 

 

And there you go, these were the best Barcelona facts!

We’re not done yet though, so let’s dig a little deeper and learn about other ones too:

 

Barcelona Fun Facts

Alright, we’ve gone through the general and informative stuff, now it is time to discover the funny side of Barcelona.

In this second part, you will learn about unusual and surprising facts about Spain Barcelona:

 

20. Smoking cannabis is legal in Barcelona

You might hear people talk about Spain as “Holland of the South”, and the Netherlands is very famous for being a cannabis smokers’ paradise.

Well, you can easily understand why: there are over 700 cannabis clubs in Spain, and more than half of them are located in Barcelona alone!

 

21. The Eiffel Tower could have been built in Barcelona

The Eiffel Tower is Paris’ most famous monument. It draws 7 million visitors every year and is definitely something everyone wants to see at least once.

This marvel was built by Gustave Eiffel during the 1889 Universal Exhibition. His initial plans were actually to build it in Barcelona, but Spain rejected the project because it did not fit the city landscapes.

 

22. There are 12 abandoned underground stations in Barcelona

Under the city, you can find 12 unused metro and train stations. They have been retired because of new additions or changes to the tracks.

Lots of people think they are haunted, feeling and seeing metaphysical activity, especially in Gaudí station.

 

 

23. The most visited museum in the city is actually the FC Barcelona museum

While there are lots of amazing museums in Barcelona, the most visited one is not the most obvious one. Over 1.5 million visitors go to the FC Barcelona museum every year.

The football club is so famous that their museum is a huge success. You can see trophies, jerseys, and the whole history of the club. The museum was founded in 1899.

 

24. Barcelona’s Valentine’s Day is truly unique

You won’t see anyone handing out roses or chocolates on February 14th in Barcelona, just like in any other city in the world.

People actually celebrate it on April 23rd, on Saint George Day. The tradition is to give friends and lovers flowers and gifts. It is an official holiday and shares the date with Día del Libro, the day of the book.

 

25. There are tons of air raid shelters in Barcelona

The Spanish Civil War wreaked havoc on the country.

In Barcelona, 1400 air raid shelters were built, and even more in the surroundings. You can visit the shelters nowadays by going to the Museum of History of Barcelona.

 

26. Picasso studied in Barcelona

Pablo Picasso, a very famous artist, introduced cubism to the world.

He studied a lot in Barcelona, at the School of Fine Arts. You can even find a museum dedicated to this man’s art in the Born neighborhood.

 

 

That’s it for the fun facts about Barcelona, but there is still lots of other interesting information I wanted to share with you.

Next up is Barcelona’s famous basilica, the Sagrada Familia:

 

Barcelona Cathedral Facts

The Sagrada Familia is probably Barcelona’s Eiffel Tower, the most famous landmark in Barcelona. It is an architectural marvel, unique and extravagant.

I feel like you don’t know everything about it, and some facts might surprise you, so here are 6 facts about the Sagrada Familia:

 

27. It has taken longer to build the Sagrada Familia than the great pyramids

The Sagrada Familia remains incomplete to this day, and it is famous to compare it to the Great Pyramids, which took 20 years to be built.

Its construction began in 1882, which means it has been going on for almost a century and a half!

 

 

28. The original architect of the Sagrada Familia was not Gaudí!

Everyone knows that the Sagrada Familia is Antoni Gaudí’s most famous work of art.

However, originally, it was architect Francesco de Paula del Villar who was appointed for the project. The construction started in 1882 according to his designs, but Gaudí took over the project a year later when Villar retired from the project and changed it radically.

 

29. Computers are very helpful for the Sagrada Familia construction

Obviously, in 1882, at the beginning of the construction of the Sagrada Familia, there were no computers or any digital help whatsoever.

With their invention in the middle of the 20th century, the progress of construction sped up extremely rapidly.

 

30. The Sagrada Familia is no longer a cathedral

It used to be a regular church when it was first built. Later on, it became a cathedral, and that is how most people call it.

Well, the correct way to name the Sagrada Familia is actually a “basilica” since Pope Benedict XVI’s declaration in 2010.

 

 

31. Gaudí is buried in the Sagrada Familia

Antoni Gaudí was unfortunately hit by a tram and died a few days later, on June 10th, 1926.

He is buried in the underground level of the building, which you can visit.

 

32. A group of people tried to burn the Sagrada Familia

As part of the Spanish Civil War, a group of anarchists tried to take down the Sagrada Familia.

They broke into it, set fire to the crypt, and many important materials were destroyed. Fortunately, some were saved, and the construction could carry on.

 

You probably immediately think of the Sagrada Familia whenever you are thinking of Barcelona, and for good reasons. I hope that you now know a little more about it and that you enjoyed those facts!

But don’t go too far, there are even more Barcelona Spain facts below.

 

Barcelona Facts for Kids

All the facts listed above are obviously meant for everybody to read, but I wanted to write a specific part dedicated to the young ones, in which they can satisfy their curiosity.

 

33. Barcelona is known for its tapas food

Tapas are lovely Spanish mezzes, which are appetizers served before the meal. Usually, you can find seafood, potatoes, meats, and vegetables in the average tapas.

If you love those, you will be pleased to go to Barcelona, as it is very well known for its tapas food.

 

 

Read more: Discover more facts about Spanish food

 

34. Barcelona’s airport is the second largest in Spain

Barcelona-El Prat Airport is the airport of Barcelona. It is 17 kilometers / 11 miles away from the city center and handles more than 45 million travelers.

It is the largest airport on the Mediterranean coast, but only the second biggest in Spain.

 

35. Barcelona is twinned with a lot of cities

There are lots of cities Barcelona is twinned with.

Among them, the most famous are San Francisco, Dubai, Shanghai, Athens, Istanbul, Dublin, Boston, and São Paulo.

 

36. French astronomers determined the official measurement of the meter in Barcelona

During the 18th century, French astronomer Pierre François André Méchain determined the official measurement of the meter.

For that, he used Montjuïc’s fortress, which overlooks Barcelona’s harbor, for observation purposes. He later presented the official meter bar, made in platinum, to the French legislative assembly.

 

 

Here you go, these were my facts about Barcelona for kids, I hope you enjoyed them!

 

So, these were the 36 interesting Barcelona facts. If you want to learn more about the city and the region as a whole, keep reading for more info.

 

General Facts of Barcelona

You’ll find below a few general facts of Barcelona, to learn more about this Spanish city:

  • Name: Barcelona (English/Spanish/Catalan)
  • Province: Barcelona
  • Region: Catalonia
  • Land area: 100. 4 km² / 38.6 sq mi
  • Population: 1.66 million
  • Name of inhabitants: Barcelonan/Barcelonian
  • Website: Barcelona

 

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The Full List of 36 Barcelona Facts

  1. Barcelona’s beaches are artificial
  2. Barcelona is said to be older than Rome
  3. Barcelona is one of the world’s most bike-friendly cities
  4. Barcelona is the only city in the world awarded a royal gold medal for architecture
  5. The busiest pedestrian street in Spain is in Barcelona
  6. There are 55 museums in Barcelona
  7. Barcelona has the largest metropolitan park in the world
  8. There are 68 parks in Barcelona
  9. Camp Nou, Barcelona’s football stadium, is the biggest in Europe
  10. Barcelona is the biggest city on the Mediterranean sea
  11. Barcelona is the most visited city in Spain
  12. The first name of Barcelona was Barcino
  13. Barcelona used to be a Muslim region
  14. Catalonia was once separated from Spain
  15. Magic in Europe started in Barcelona
  16. There are 2 official languages in Barcelona
  17. There are more than 20 Michelin-starred restaurants in Barcelona
  18. Barcelona used to be Spain’s capital city
  19. La Rambla is actually five streets
  20. Smoking cannabis is legal in Barcelona
  21. The Eiffel Tower could have been built in Barcelona
  22. There are 12 abandoned underground stations in Barcelona
  23. The most visited museum in the city is actually the FC Barcelona museum
  24. Barcelona’s Valentine’s Day is truly unique
  25. There are tons of air raid shelters in Barcelona
  26. Picasso studied in Barcelona
  27. It has taken longer to build the Sagrada Familia than the great pyramids
  28. The original architect of the Sagrada Familia was not Gaudí!
  29. Computers are very helpful for the Sagrada Familia construction
  30. The Sagrada Familia is no longer a cathedral
  31. Gaudí is buried in the Sagrada Familia
  32. A group of people tried to burn the Sagrada Familia
  33. Barcelona is known for its tapas food
  34. Barcelona’s airport is the second largest in Spain
  35. Barcelona is twinned with a lot of cities
  36. French astronomers determined the official measurement of the meter in Barcelona

 

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Interesting and Fun Facts about Barcelona

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Updated on Feb 28 • 5 minute read

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Barcelona is one of the best cities in the world– it’s the city of famous artists like Picasso and Gaudí, the silicon valley of Europe, the alternative to Berlin’s nightlife, and home to lover 180 nationalities. But it doesn’t just end there.

Did you know Barcelona has the 3rd richest football club in the world and could have been home to the Eiffel Tower? There’re just so many interesting quirks and facts about Barcelona that the more you know, the more impressed you’ll be! So we decided to sum up some of the most interesting ones for you!

6 Barcelona Fun Facts

  1. Barcelona’s beaches are artificial.

National Geographic’s travelers voted Barcelona as the top beach city. But until the 1992 Olympics, there were no beaches in Barcelona. Barcelona’s coastline transformed into Barceloneta beach with the sand brought from Egypt.

  1. Barcelona has the 3rd richest football team in the world.

FC Barcelona is mega-famous and is the world’s third-richest football team. Its home stadium, Camp Nou, is the largest in Europe. To compare, London’s Wembley Stadium is the second one. In fact, out of 55 museums in Barcelona, FC Barcelona museum is the most visited one. Each year, more than 1.5 million people visit the FC Barcelona museum.

  1. Gaudí’s work inspired the design of Star War’s famous Stormtroopers.

Fan or not, everyone has seen the soldiers from Star Wars– Stormtroopers. But did you know that the rows of chimneys on Gaudí’s Casa Milà are the inspiration behind their design?

  1. Barcelona has 12 ghost metro stations.

Barcelona has 12 abandoned metro stations because of incomplete work and changes in planning. Since 2011, there’ve been ghost tours to these abandoned metro stations for adventure lovers. Those who went to Gaudí station swear they’ve seen the ghosts and shadows.

  1. Eiffel was first pitched to Barcelona.

Paris might be known for the Eiffel Tower, but originally the tower was supposed to be in Barcelona. Gustave Eiffel pitched the landmark to Spain first. But Spain thought it didn’t fit the city’s aesthetic and declined the plan.

  1. Barcelona is home to one of the oldest theme parks in the world.

Tibidabo is the highest mountain in Barcelona and has a vintage Tibidabo amusement park. The history of the park goes back to 1899. This amusement park is a one-of-a-kind experience with old-fashioned rides and new, modernized attractions.

8 Barcelona Architecture Facts

  1. Antoni Gaudí designed 7 buildings for Barceolona.

You can see the unique buildings of one of the greatest architects, Antoni Gaudí, all over Barcelona. One of his most renowned works, Casa Milà got its name Alive House because it resembled living organisms. His other masterpiece Casa Batlló is known as House of Bones because it has a skeletal surface.

  1. More than a century later, Sagrada Família is still not completed.

    Sagrada Família might take 2,000 years to complete, like The Great Wall of China.

Well, not literally, but Antony Gaudí died before he could finish this impressive church.
Since then Sagrada Família has been under construction for almost 150 years. They say it’ll be completed in 2026, but who knows.

  1. Barcelona has the world’s greatest architect award.

Royal Institute of British Architects gives the Royal Gold Medal for architecture to people who’ve made a distinguishable contribution to architecture. But they made an exception by giving the award to the city of Barcelona in 1999. Up until today, Barcelona has been the only city to receive this award.

  1. Antoni Gaudí got mixed up with a beggar.

The exceptional architect died when the tram hit him. Instead of receiving immediate aid, he lay unattended and unconscious for 30 minutes as people thought he was a beggar.

  1. Barcelona is home to 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Out of the nine Barcelona UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Antoni Gaudí designed 7 of them.

  • Sagrada Família
  • Park Güell
  • Casa Batlló
  • Casa Milà
  • Palau Güell
  • The Crypt of Colonia Güell
  • Casa Vicens

Lluís Domènech i Montaner designed the remaining 2, Palau de la Música Catalana and the Hospital de Sant Pau.

  1. Park Güell was initially supposed to be a housing complex.

Eusebi Güell had commissioned Gaudí to design a housing project called Park Güell. But it soon became a public park when only 2 of the 60 houses were built due to a lack of buyers.

Gaudí himself lived in Park Güell upon Güell’s suggestion. Today, his house serves as a museum.

  1. Barcelona aced urban planning before it even became a thing.

Nowadays, most new cities (e.g., New York) are planned with urban planning in mind. So it’s revolutionary for an ancient city like Barcelona to showcase such grid-like patterns. While its older districts, like the Gothic Quarter, still have maze-like streets, the rest of Barcelona was built with a grid pattern with the edges of the buildings cut off to ease the traffic and help air circulation.

  1. Barcelona will be the World’s Capital of Architecture in 2026

Since 2020, UNESCO and the UIA elect the World’s Capital of Architecture. In 2020, Rio de Janeiro was the first city to receive this title. Barcelona won against Beijing and became the titleholder for 2026.

8 Barcelona Culture Facts

  1. Barcelona inspired World Book Day.

Every year on the 23rd of April, lovers and friends in Barcelona exchange books and roses to celebrate Saint George’s day. The day became so big that it inspired UNESCO to declare the 23rd of April as World Book Day. Nowadays, most people in Barcelona celebrate Valentine’s day on Saint George’s day.

  1. Barcelona banned bullfighting.

Bullfighting (corrida de toros) is one of the oldest traditions in Spain. From March to September, there’re many bullfighting shows in Spain. But the Catalan Parliament banned bullfights when more than 180,000 people signed against it.

  1. Barcelona is the muse of Pablo Picasso.

Picasso considered Barcelona his muse even though he was born in Málaga and spent most of his time in Paris. Father of Cubism, Picasso studied in Barcelona and spent his developing years there. Today, Picasso Museum in Barcelona is home to more than 3,500 of his artworks.

  1. Barcelona’s crowned for its openness to the LGBTQ+ community.

Gay Travel agency elected Barcelona as the best LGBTQ+ destination to travel to. Spain’s first LGBTQ+ organization was founded in 1970 in Barcelona. And in 2014, Barcelona passed a law against homophobia.

  1. Parc de Collserola is the world’s biggest metropolitan park.

Barcelona is one of the “Greenest” cities in Europe. Green Spaces make up 11% of Barcelona, with 68 parks and other green areas. Barcelona’s Parc de Collserola is 22 times larger than New York’s Central Park, making it the world’s largest metropolitan park.

  1. Flamenco isn’t so popular in Barcelona.

Spain is famous for its Flamenco dance all over the world. But Barcelona and the wider Catalan region have their own traditional dance– the Sardana. But don’t worry, you can still see magnificent Flamenco shows in the city.

  1. Barcelona is home to 22 Michelin-star restaurants.

With 22 Michelin-star restaurants under its belt, Barcelona is a foodies’ paradise. If you’re ever in Barcelona, you might want to check rising chef Jordi Cruz’s delicious traditional Spanish dessert, The Pink Panther (cream-filled biscuit with pink icing), at restaurant ABaC.

  1. Barcelona has two official languages.

Barcelona is the capital of the Catalonia region and has 2 official languages, Spanish and Catalan. Although most speak Catalan, you can still use Spanish to talk to others.

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25 interesting and little-known facts about Barcelona

Did you know that Barcelona…

It’s true that Barcelona is famous for its sunny blue skies, stylish Mediterranean vibe and quirky architecture… But did you know that it’s home to the world’s largest urban park?

And that Barcelona is the only city in the world to have been awarded the Royal Gold Medal for Architecture? The list below takes a look at 25 interesting yet little-known facts about Barcelona.

#1 Royal Gold Medal for Architecture

Barcelona is the only city in the world to have been awarded the Royal Gold Medal for Architecture by the Royal Institute of British Architects.

Although the medal is usually awarded to one or a group of architects, Barcelona is the first and only city in the world to receive this honor.

#2 Barcelona boasts 9 UNESCO listed buildings

Two of them, the Palau de la Murica Catalana and the Sant Pau Hospital, were designed by the modernist architect Lluis Domènech y Montaner. And seven of them belong to Antoni Gaudi, the most famous son of Barcelona.

7 monuments of architecture are included in the “Works of Antoni Gaudí” list and include:

  • Parc Güell
  • Palau Güell
  • Casa Mila
  • Casa Vicens
  • Sagrada Familia
  • Casa Batlló
  • Crypt of the church in Colonia Güell.

#3 Barcelona had no beaches before the 1992 Olympics

Today, there are 7 beaches marked with a blue flag on 4.5 km of the city’s coastline. Not to mention that National Geographic recognized it as the “Best Beach City”.

#4 This is the busiest pedestrian street in Spain

Located in Barcelona’s Old Town (Ciutat Vella), the shopping mecca Portal de l’Àngel is not only one of the most expensive streets in Spain, but also the busiest pedestrian street in the country, with an average of 150,000 people passing through it every day!

#5 City has 68 parks

More than 10 per cent of the territory of the city of Barcelona is occupied by urban parks, and each year their area is increased by about 10 hectares, which, in terms of one inhabitant, is 18. 1 square meters of parkland.

#6 The city doesn’t like flamenco or bullfighting

While world-famous flamenco performers can regularly be seen in Barcelona’s concert venues, this traditional Spanish art form is not as appreciated by the Catalans, who have their own dance, the Sardana. As for bullfighting, it was banned in Catalonia in 2010.

#7 Barcelona boasts the largest city park in the world

Barcelona’s Collserola Park, at 84.65 km², is the largest urban park in the world – 22 times the size of Central Park in New York, in case you were wondering.

#8 Barcelona is home to the largest football stadium in Europe

Covering an area of ​​55,000 square meters, Camp Nou, the home stadium of FC Barcelona, ​​with a capacity of 99,354 people, is not only the largest football stadium in Europe, but also the 2nd largest in the world after the May Day Rungrado Stadium in Pyongyang, North Korea.

#9 Barcelona is one of the most visited cities in Spain and Europe

Experts named the ten most popular cities for tourists in 2019- 2021 who prefer independent travel. Such data is provided by the Skyscanner travel service.

The rating includes Istanbul, Barcelona, ​​Bangkok, Prague, Paris, Rome, Milan, Antalya, Tivat and Tel Aviv. Compared to 2018, the rating has not changed much.

Barcelona is the 4th most visited city in Europe, after London, Paris and Istanbul, but ahead of Rome, Milan and Amsterdam. With over 8.20 million foreign visitors a year, the Catalan capital is also the 12th most visited city in the world, ahead of Taipei (15) and Shanghai (19).).

#10 Barcelona – the largest city on the Mediterranean

With an area of ​​101.4 km2 and a population of 1.602 million, Barcelona is the largest city in the Mediterranean and the second largest in Spain after Madrid.

#11 The capital of Catalonia gave the world an international book festival

Every year, on 23 April, Barcelona celebrates the patron saint of Catalonia with roses and books. The international holiday of the book is also known as Valentine’s Day (El Día de los Amantes) and Saint George’s Day (La Diada de Sant Jordi).

These days coincide with the deaths of Cervantes and Shakespeare, which inspired UNESCO to create World Book and Copyright Day in 1995.

#12 Barcelona was supposed to be home to the Eiffel Tower

If everything had gone according to Gustave Eiffel’s original plan, the most famous landmark in Paris would now be in Barcelona.

Unfortunately, Spain rejected the architect’s project, deciding that it was too “radical” and did not match the aesthetics of the city. If not for the decision of the Spanish rulers – Barcelona could become home to the Eiffel Tower

#13 Barcelona has the largest and busiest cruise port in Europe

Barcelona’s 7-terminal cruise port, Port Vell, handles approximately 3 million cruise ships every year, making it the 6th busiest in the world and 1st in Europe.

#14 The city has 55 museums

Surprisingly, the most visited is the unimpressive Joan Miro Foundation, not filled with MNAC art, and not even the ultra-modern Barcelona Museum of Modern Art (MACBA)…

The most visited museum in the city is the favorite museum of FC Barcelona, ​​which is visited by more than 1. 5 million people a year.

#15 Barcelona has over 20 Michelin starred restaurants

Insanely creative chefs, gourmet tapas and the best of old and new Catalan cuisine await you.

#16 This is where the world’s first beach ice bar was located

Opened in 2007 on Barcelona’s El Somorrostro Beach, the Ice Bar (Icebarcelona) is the world’s first ice bar located on the beach.

#17 Barcelona is one of the largest cities in the world where smoking cannabis is legal

With over 700 cannabis clubs located in Spain, it’s no surprise that Spain is often referred to as the “Holland of the South”. More than half of these clubs are located in Barcelona, ​​making this city a smoker’s paradise.

However, the “Asociaciones Cannabicos” clubs are only for residents of Spain and it is not easy to get a membership.

#18 Is Barcelona older than Rome?

One of the theories about the origin of Barcelona is that the city may have been founded by Hercules 400 years before Rome was built. There is a lot of controversy about this, but no one really knows it.

#19 Here is one of the world’s oldest shops and museums specializing in magic

Founded in 1881 at Carrer de la Princesa 11 in the Born district of Barcelona, ​​the Magic Shop (El Rei de la Màgia) is one of the world’s oldest magic shops and museums.

#20 This is one of the most LGBT-friendly cities in Europe

Perhaps Madrid has the largest gay community in Spain and the most gay neighborhood on the planet (Chueca). But Barcelona, ​​with its 2014 anti-homophobia law, sunny Mediterranean climate, vibrant club scene and LGBT festivals, is without a doubt Europe’s gay summer party hotspot.

In addition, the city is only 35 km northeast of Sitges, one of the best LGBTQ destinations in the world.

#21 Spain’s cultural capital played an important role in defining the meter

In 1792, the French astronomers Jean Baptiste Joseph Delambre and Pierre François André Méchain were able to calculate the distance between the North Pole and the equator by measuring the distance along the meridian arc between Dunkirk and Montjuïc in Barcelona, ​​as well as the latitude of the two cities. This is how the first prototype of the meter was defined.

#22 The Catalan capital is one of the most cycle-friendly cities in the world

Barcelona’s 180 km of cycle paths and one of the world’s most successful bike-sharing programs, Bicing, make the Catalan capital one of the world’s most cyclist-friendly cities. It is currently ranked 11th in the Copenhagenize 2015 index.

#23 Barcelona is home to one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe

MareNostrum is the largest supercomputer in Southern Europe and the 93rd fastest in the world, housed in a former 19th-century chapel that now functions as the Barcelona Supercomputing Center.

#24 The only city in Europe where you can admire the public exhibition of funeral carriages

The Funeral Carriage Museum, located in the Montjuïc Cemetery, is the only public exhibit in Europe that confirms that the dark side of Barcelona is as interesting as its sunlit façades.

#25 Barcelona became the first city in the world to receive the World Class Biosphere Destination certification

This recognition is a testament to Barcelona’s commitment to sustainability in many areas, including transport, accommodation, and food and drink.

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13 interesting facts about Barcelona

Barcelona is one of the most unusual cities, combining architectural styles from different eras, phantasmagoria of tastes and entertainment for every taste. The city is often referred to as an “open-air museum” where each exhibit is an interesting fact about Barcelona.

Here the great Antonio Gaudí went into his dreams and created, Salvador Dali lived in his dreams and left a bright trace and, of course, the most colorful people in all of Spain live here. Welcome to Catalonia, where the air is like wine and welcoming smiles are sweeter than honey.

1. Donkey and cat

These two animals are considered unofficial symbols of the Catalans and Barcelona. The donkey was loved by the inhabitants for its diligence, and the cat, if you read in English (cat), is the first three letters of the name of the province of Catalonia.

A fad? Maybe. But these facts always appeal to the guests of the city and give the adventure a special touch. Which animal do you personally like best?

2. Fortune Fountain

Canaletes Square was loved by fans of local football teams. According to tradition, the gathering place is a fountain, near which it is easy to find a sign with an encouraging saying: “Those who drink water from this fountain will definitely fall in love with Barcelona and come back here again.”

Believe me, it works, because it’s impossible not to fall in love with this city! And you can take a bottle of water with you.

  • Holidays with children in Barcelona

3. Be careful, pedestrian!

Catalan drivers are considered among the most inept in the world. This is confirmed by disappointing statistics, because due to the negligence of local Schumachers, accidents involving cars and people occur three times a minute, and on weekends this figure increases even more! You should not be scared, but turning on the “caution” mode will not hurt.

4. Immortalized Columbus

Very close to the port, at the very end of the central Las Ramblas, any tourist can take a good picture against the backdrop of the monument to Christopher Columbus. It will be difficult not to notice the monument, since its height is 60 meters, and what is most interesting is that the length of the index finger is a whole meter!

In addition, the Columbus monument in Barcelona is so impressive that an elevator runs inside it, taking visitors to the observation deck, from where a breathtaking view of Barcelona opens up.

There are still legends about where Christopher’s finger is pointing. There are several versions, one of which says that it is directed towards the New World, which was discovered by the famous navigator. Another version, no less plausible: the finger points to the East, towards its homeland – the city of Genoa.

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5. Come on?

Surprisingly, the first official beach in the city appeared only in 1992, after the Olympic Games. But now their number has not only increased, but also pleases vacationers with amazing cleanliness and well-being.

For example, every year the sand on all beaches is sieved to a depth of 50 cm, and this cannot but please tourists who prefer a quality beach holiday in Barcelona.

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6. Great Freddie

Do you remember the song of F. Mercury and opera singer Montserrat Caballe “Barcelona”? It was this hit that became the anthem of the 1992 Olympics. Its sound is so popular with the Catalans that many consider it the anthem of Barcelona. It is noteworthy that the song was written by Freddie himself and was included in the album called “Barcelona” in 1988.

7. An unprecedented park area

In Barcelona, ​​tourists can relax and enjoy a walk in the most beautiful and largest park in Spain, “Montjuic”, whose area is more than 200 hectares!

This giant park is listed as the largest artificial plantation in Europe. On its territory, entertainment is provided for children and adults, so ideally, when going to the park, devote the whole day to relaxation.

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8. Art does not burn!

After a fire in 1994 that destroyed Europe’s most luxurious opera house, the Liceu, the building was completely restored. It is noteworthy that the opera was rebuilt with donations from caring local residents, as well as thanks to charity concerts by Domingo, Caballe and Carreras.

In any case, today the building has been rebuilt and restored and appears before the guests of the city in its original appearance.

9. Great Picasso

The greatest artist Pablo Picasso insisted on building a museum dedicated to his work in Barcelona. This decision was made in view of the close emotional connection with the Catalan capital.

In gratitude, Picasso made a contribution to the museum in the form of 3. 5 thousand paintings, most of which belong to the period of the artist’s work, which was little known to the general public.

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10. A little bit of fly in the ointment

Despite the many advantages, interesting facts about Barcelona also contain negative aspects. For example, Barcelona was among the 20 cities in Europe with the worst environmental indicators.

Almost half of all emissions are made by cars, which is why the city authorities introduced a limit on the use of vehicles. Nowadays, on the roadway, you can increasingly meet eco-cars, as well as cyclists, for whom more than 400 bike stands are provided in the city.

11. Be vigilant

A tourist visiting Barcelona for the first time should not lose vigilance, as the city, or rather its irresponsible part of the population, has created the fame of a leader in the number of pickpockets.

The most frequent “dangerous” places flashing in the protocols of the police are Plaza Catalunya and Las Ramblas.

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2.995.000 €Casa unifamiliar

Costa Brava Norte – Roses

Exclusiva casa en la zona residencial “Mas Fumats” cerca de Roses. Fue construida en 2015 y ofrece muchas ventajas como…

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1.450.000 €Casa unifamiliar

Costa Brava Center – Pals

Esta hermosa casa está en la zona rústica hacia la Playa de Pals, cerca de los servicios que están abiertos…

ALTP5283

1.600.000 €Casa unifamiliar

Costa Brava Inland – Navata

En una parcela de 3702 m2, se encuentra esta espaciosa vivienda de 282 m2 útiles, a pie de campo de…

BCNP5276

1.175.000 €Piso

Barcelona Ciudad – Dreta de l’Eixample – Eixample

Impresionante vivienda de 3 dormitorios y 2 baños con la combinación perfecta de encanto clásico y diseño moderno. El apartamento…

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1.550.000 €Piso

Barcelona Ciudad – Dreta de l’Eixample – Eixample

Este encantador piso de casi 200m2 ha sido renovado completamente inspirado en los majestuosos pisos parisinos, aprovechando la generosa altura. ..

BCNP5199

570.000 €Piso

Barcelona Ciudad – Dreta de l’Eixample – Eixample

En una finca antigua típica del Eixample, en la calle Aribau, a tan solo una manzana de la Plaça Universitat,…

MARP4545

850.000 €Casa unifamiliar

Maresme / Barcelona Costa Norte – Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Preciosa Villa para reformar de 600 m2 en parcela de 2.217 m2. De 2 plantas. En la planta principal el…

SITP5267

800.000 €Residencial

La Plana / Can Pei – Sitges – Sitges / Barcelona Costa Sur

Excelente parcela esquinera en una de las mejoras zonas en desarrollo de Sitges, La Plana. Dispone de un proyecto de…

BCNP5274

920.000 €Piso

Barcelona Ciudad – Dreta de l’Eixample – Eixample

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995,000 €

Villa in Barcelona, ​​Spain

530 m 2 5 4 3

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335,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

120 m 2

Commercial property in the Eixample district of Barcelona.
The total area is 120 sq. m. The room is corner.
Currently rented – clothing store.
Date of signing the contract in 2010 for a period of 15 years. Ready to renew the contract with the new owner.
Rental amount per year 18749.04 euros.
Real estate tax in the amount of 969.96 euros per annum…

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555,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

472 m 2

Commercial premises in the Sants Montjuic area of ​​Barcelona.
Total area 472 sq.m.
The contract was signed in 2019 for a period of 15 years.
The tenant is a well-known supermarket chain.
The amount of rent per year is 33,180 euros.
Quota for comunidad in the amount of 960 euros per year and property tax of 2885.52 euros per year pays…

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1,150,000 €

Apartments in Barcelona, ​​Spain

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Residence permit upon purchase

The NF Group is pleased to present a new masterpiece by the world famous female architect Odile Decq. Thanks to her, Barcelona, ​​one of the most attractive and culturally rich cities in Europe, will have another iconic building with a fantastic design.
The new residential complex is not only the tallest residential building in the city, but also its…

NF Group

575,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

592 m 2

Commercial property in the Pedralbes area of ​​Barcelona.
Total area 592 m2: 166 sq.m. on the first floor, 426 basement.
The tenant is a furniture store.
The contract was signed on February 6, 2015 for a period of 10 years.
The annual rental amount is 39,194.4 euros per year.
The quota for the community in the amount of 4283.04 euros per year and the property tax in…

ESTATE BARCELONA

990,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

235 sq. m.
Total area 235 sq.m. one floor plus a small altillo 15 sq.m.
8 large shop windows opposite the pedestrian crossing.
The tenant invests 250,000 euros in the renovation of the premises.
The tenant is a well-known chain of coffee houses.
The contract was signed on April 1, 2023 for a period of 15 years….

ESTATE BARCELONA

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730,000 €

House in Barcelona, ​​Spain

230 m 2 5 5 3

Residence permit upon purchase

Pere de Ribes in the suburbs of Barcelona. The house has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, spacious living room, spacious modern kitchen, utility room. The house has a beautiful area with a swimming pool.

ESTATE BARCELONA

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325,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

65 m 2 3 3 1

Apartment in excellent condition in the Eixample Esquerra area of ​​Barcelona. The total area is 65 sq.m. The apartment has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, spacious lounge, balcony and modern fully equipped kitchen. The building has an elevator. Air conditioning, gas heating.

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1/15

1,200,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

193 sq.m. champlet dreta city of barcelona. The total area is 193 sq.m. The apartment has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, spacious lounge with dining area, modern fully equipped kitchen, terrace. Air conditioning, gas heating.
The building has an elevator.

ESTATE BARCELONA

1,020,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

268 m 2

Commercial premises in the Eixample district of Barcelona in close proximity to the Arc de Triomphe.
Total area 268 sq.m.
Currently rented – optics.
The date of signing the contract is November 2022 for a period of 10 years.
The mandatory period is 2 years.
The amount of rent per year is 54,000 euros.
Real estate tax in the amount of…

ESTATE BARCELONA

500,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

100 m 2

Commercial premises in the Eixample district of Barcelona.
The total area is 100 sq.m.
The tenant is a bakery.
The contract is signed for a period of 10 years.
The amount of rent per year is 36,000 euros.
The quota for communidad is paid by the tenant.
Property tax is paid by the owner.
Profitability 7%.

ESTATE BARCELONA

2,350,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

326 m 2

Residence permit upon purchase Supermarket licenses are no longer issued in this area. Contract starts July 2020. Monthly payment 9672.29 euros. Performance 12 years. Deposit 2 months. Ibi 146.66 euros due to the owner, communidad 294 euros at the expense of the owner. Area 326 sq.m. 163 sq.m. ground floor and 163…

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1/15

980,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

134 sq.m. beach of Dreta city of Barcelona. The total area is 134 sq.m. The apartment has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious lounge with dining area, modern kitchen, balcony. Air conditioning, underfloor heating system.
Comunidad 840 euros per year.
Real estate tax 981.92 euros per year.
The building has an elevator.

ESTATE BARCELONA

1/15

1,325,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

150 m 2 2 2 2

Residence permit upon purchase champlet of the city of Barcelona. The total area is 150 sq.m. The apartment has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a spacious living room with a fireplace, a modern kitchen and a terrace. The building has an elevator.

ESTATE BARCELONA

1/15

1,690,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

200 m 2 4 4 2

one of the best complexes in Diagonal Mar – Illa del Mar in Barcelona. The total area is 200 sq.m. The apartment has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge with access to the terrace, fully equipped modern kitchen, laundry. The house has a beautiful communal area with a garden, gym, swimming pool,…

ESTATE BARCELONA

1/15

1,990,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

180 m 2 3 3 2

Residence permit upon purchase

Apartment in the first line with a sea view in one of the best complexes in the Diagonal Mar area – Illa de la Llum in Barcelona. The total area is 180 sq.m. The apartment has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge with access to the terrace, fully equipped modern kitchen, laundry. The house has a beautiful communal area with a garden, gym,…

ESTATE BARCELONA

640,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

167 m 2

Commercial premises in the Sants Montjuic area of ​​Barcelona.
The total area is 167 sq.m. Facade 15 meters. Corner room.
The contract was signed on April 1, 2023 for a period of 12 years.
The mandatory period is 2 years.
The tenant is a well-known chain of coffee houses.
The amount of rent per year is 33,600 euros.
First and second year tenant has…

ESTATE BARCELONA

850,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

244 m 2

Commercial property in the Eixample district of Barcelona.
The total area is 150 sq.m. on one floor.
The room is corner with large windows, sold with a C3 license.
There is a potential tenant – a restaurant.
The contract is signed at the time of purchase and sale of premises for a period of 10 years.
The rental amount per year will be 43,200 euros per year….

ESTATE BARCELONA

1,200,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

346 m 2

Lot of 2 commercial premises in the Eixample district of Barcelona.
Corner room, 2 large windows. Place with high traffic.
The total area of ​​the corner room is 104 sq.m.
Currently rented – a restaurant with a license, the second room with an area of ​​242.42 sq.m. rented for a supermarket.
The contract with the restaurant was signed on 1…

ESTATE BARCELONA

1/15

363,000 €

Townhouse in Barcelona, ​​Spain

211 sq. m. and a multifunctional room/study, garden and private parking .
Natural lighting in every room. In addition, the spacious layout of the surface provides comfort for the whole family.
Each house has a living area on the ground floor with a separate kitchen,…

LUXBARCELONA

1/17

389,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

79 m 2 3 2

New building belonging to the residential complex LES GAURES in Barcelona, ​​Taxonera. Apartment with an area of ​​79 m2. Very quiet area, close to Collserola and only 2 minutes from the metro station. Good transport interchange, close to Ronda de Dalt, the most important transport artery leading to and from the city and connected to the center by a developed network…

LUXBARCELONA

1/19

1,105,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

1

Residence permit upon purchase

One of the most exclusive new developments in Barcelona, ​​with an unbeatable location in one of the most iconic and luxurious shnyh avenues of the city.
Living on this waterfront is a privilege and will allow you to enjoy all the comforts and luxury facilities around you without giving up the essentials of everyday life or…

NF Group

1/18

420,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

81 sq.m. In a 4-storey building with an elevator. The apartment with high ceilings is located on the second floor, its area is 81 m².
74 m² usable. At the entrance we find a small hall and a master bedroom with a double bed, with its own dressing room and…

LUXBARCELONA

680,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

150 m 2

Commercial premises in the Eixample district of Barcelona.
The total area is 150 sq.m. on one floor.
The room is corner with large windows, sold with a C3 license.
The premises are currently rented – a restaurant.
The mandatory period is 2 years.
The contract was signed for a period of 10 years.
The amount of rent per year will be 36,000…

ESTATE BARCELONA

730,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

370 sq.m. Corner room.
Total area 370 sq.m.: 185.5 sq.m. first floor and 185.78 sq.m. basement.
Currently rented – a well-known supermarket chain.
The contract was signed in 2022 for a period of 10 years.
The amount of rent in 1 year will be 30,000…

ESTATE BARCELONA

1/16

1 105,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

67 m 2 2 1 1

Residence permit upon purchase

From the developer.
Introducing one of the most exclusive new developments in Barcelona’s Golden Square, which enjoys an unrivaled location on one of the city’s most iconic and luxurious avenues. Living in this complex is a real privilege and will allow you to enjoy all kinds of amenities and luxury facilities around without…

Cadespa Luxury Real Estate

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1,850,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

124 m 2 3 2 2

Residence permit upon purchase

From the developer
Introducing one of the most exclusive new developments in Barcelona’s Golden Square, which enjoys an unrivaled location on one of the city’s most iconic and luxurious avenues. Living in this complex is a real privilege and will allow you to enjoy all kinds of amenities and luxury facilities around without…

Cadespa Luxury Real Estate

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2,750,000 €

Apartment in Barcelona, ​​Spain

218 m 2 5 4 4

Residence permit upon purchase

Introducing one of the most exclusive new developments in Barcelona’s Golden Square, which enjoys an unrivaled location on one of the city’s most iconic and luxurious avenues. Living in this complex is a real privilege and will allow you to enjoy all kinds of amenities and luxury facilities around without…

Cadespa Luxury Real Estate

850,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

210 m 2

Residence permit upon purchase
in the heart of the Sant Gervasi district. The area is characterized by a high density of offices and housing.
The tenant is a large chain of confectionery shops.
The area of ​​the premises is 210 sq.m. Ground floor 109sq.m, second floor 101 sq.m.
The end of the contract is May 2029. Mandatory performance – May…

Cadespa Luxury Real Estate

1,100,000 €

Commercial property in Barcelona, ​​Spain

171 m 2

Residence permit upon purchase Hugusta, the commercial axis of Sant Gervasi, in the upper part of Barcelona . High density of offices and housing. Very close to Avenida Diagonal.
The total area of ​​the premises is 170.82 sq.m. First floor 84.24 sq.m, second floor 65.02 sq.m.
Lease agreement – May 2022. Mandatory execution 3…

Cadespa Luxury Real Estate

Spain is attractive not only for its coasts. Major cities of the country are also of interest. If you want to live in a city with a busy rhythm of life at the same time, and have the opportunity to relax on the seashore, take a closer look at Barcelona. Real estate in Barcelona sells for higher prices than in some other regions of the country, but this cost is fully justified by the prestige of the location. Many famous people, and simply wealthy buyers, prefer to buy housing here.

Real estate in Barcelona gives its owner the opportunity to enjoy the Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers, to combine relaxation on the beach with an active rhythm of life. The city has a huge number of attractions, it is famous for the famous Spaniards – Antonio Gaudi, Salvador Dali, Juan Miro. While good properties are hard to come by cheaply, Barcelona’s popularity with tourists speaks in favor of buying one of the properties for sale.

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