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The port side of Montjuïc is protected from the cold north wind
creating a microclimate that is two degrees centigrade warmer than the rest of the city – allowing some 800 species of the world’s cacti to flourish here
This extraordinary collection was closed to the public for some time while funding for essential maintenance was sought
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The Parc de Can Batlló has nearly 30,000 square metres of greenery
is part of the Climate Plan to adapt the city to the challenges of the climate emergency
The space has been designed with a central esplanade and a large meadow with paths
children’s games and a dog recreation zone
Greenery accounts for over 10,000 square metres in all
maintained with groundwater from a new tank built in the park itself
The new park also integrates the industrial heritage of the area and does away with the urban barriers that existed there
The second stage of the project will progress in parallel to the renovation of the industrial buildings that form part of the process
an outdoor amphitheatre and an ornamental spring
Over 3,500 square metres of solar panelling will also be installed on the industrial blocks
One of the most fun popular traditions is back and Barcelona will celebrate it with rúas
parades and activities from February 27 to March 5
Some say that the carnival dates back thousands of years
to the Saturnalian festivities of the Roman Empire
the king ceases to be king and the commoner can be whoever he wants
That is why the power has always tried to eliminate it
as it was in the case of Franco’s regime in Spain
the prohibition of the famous Carnival of Venice when the city was invaded by Napoleon
If anything distinguishes the Barcelona Carnival is the enormous participation that accompanies it
We Barcelonians love to get involved with this party and the amount of activities
rúas or parades that are organized is incredible
If you do not want to miss anything of this week
here we tell you everything you need to know to keep abreast of all the activities that are scheduled
If you are one of those who are already wondering what day is Carnival this 2024
Carnval starts seven weeks after the first full moon of winter
so this year it will start slightly later than last year
For a few days Barcelona will become monarchic
because the government of the city will pass into the hands of the Kings of Carnival – King Carnestoltes and Queen Belluga – kings of the madmen and the tarambanas
the neighborhood that will welcome the party in Barcelona
This year the Carnival has an unprecedented mission: a festive conquest on a cosmic scale
humor and debauchery will be the protagonists of this stratospheric journey that wants to be a critique of “the airs of repression that shake the planet threaten the party
the Arrival of Barcelona will start from 17.15 h with a tabalada in the Plaza de Bonet i Muixí de Sants
and the arrival of King Carnestoltes Elon Muska Collonera at 17.45 h
in the auditorium of the Cotxeres de Sants
the Belluga Queen will appear and at 6.30 p.m
the Arrival of Carnival will close with the Taronjada
of confetti and orange balloons) that emulates the battle of oranges of 1333 banned by the Consell de Cent
just after the appearance of Queen Belluga
inside the auditorium of the Cotxeres de Sants
will begin the act of the Arribo with the show of the company Robert Gobern
Queen Belluga will arrive at the Cotxeres de Sants
will begin the traveling show of the Arrival with Queen Belluga and her float through the streets of Sants
Carrer de la Creu Coberta and end at the Sants-Montjuïc District Headquarters
the event will close with the traditional Taronjada
in front of the District Headquarters of Sants-Montjuïc
this Carnival 2025 will be held the neighborhood Carnival rúas
schools and popular culture groups from many neighborhoods of the city will organize their own parades
Carnestoltes arrivals or burials of the Sardine
where better than in our own neighborhoods to set up this racket
We tell you the dates, times and routes of all the neighborhood Carnivals in Barcelona
a time full of sacrifices where there is no more room for madness and carnival debauchery
The city will say goodbye to the Kings of Carnival and the traditional Burial of the Sardine will take place
During this day associations and entities of the districts will organize events such as popular meals
burning of the sardine and neighborhood parties to say goodbye to this colorful and frenetic week
putting the finishing touch to the celebration one more year
The plans to celebrate Carnival in Barcelona do not stop appearing, and among them we find the proposal of Poble Espanyol
which for this Carnival brings its third edition of the Mascarada party
This is their particular updated version of the classic masked balls like the one in Venice
perhaps because of the city’s love of fun… There is no clear reason
but what is certain is that the costume party in the town of the Garraf is one of the most entertaining
One of the graces of this coastal carnival is that its festivities are extended
and where in most cities the big days (and nights) are celebrated on the weekend
in Sitges the big celebration comes just two days before Ash Wednesday
as if the Sitgetans were looking to squeeze the last hours before the end of the disbauxa
In this article we’ve explained everything you need to know about the Sitges Carnival: its schedules
its main activities and its most important rúas
so that you don’t miss out on any of the fun
One of the strong points of Carnival in Barcelona is its peculiar gastronomic tradition
Are you familiar with the saying Per dijous gras
This refers to Dijous Gras or Dijous Llarder
a day when some of our culture’s favorite dishes are celebrated with friends and family: tortilla
The origin of this day dates back to when the Christian tradition dictated abstinence from certain foods during Lent
Dijous Gras became the day where to eat them without restrictions and appeared
where it was considered a cheap food that replaced meat in time of abstinence) are some of the other dishes that are worth to be eaten
FC Barcelona has opened its twelfth 100% self-managed store as it continues to expand its retail business through Barça Licensing & Merchandising (BLM)
a new Barça Store opened its doors in the Arenas shopping mall
becoming the second in the Sants-Montjuïc district just a matter of days after another store was launched at the Poble Espanyol
The club has made this district a priority given that the team will be playing games at the Olympic Stadium
Montjuïc as of next season while work is being done to redevelop Spotify Camp Nou
The opening ceremony was attended by Juli Guiu
FC Barcelona vice-president responsible for the Marketing Area
It was a doubly special date because this was also the day that the brand new home kit for the 2023/24 season
and the first to be directly inspired by the women's team
the new shirt is on sale at the exceptional 88 m2 store that occupies a place in the central plaza of the mall
The other eleven stores that are 100% managed by Barça are the ones at Spotify Camp Nou
El Corte Inglés Maria Cristina and Plaça Catalunya
Arenal in Madrid iand the new one in Poble Espanyol
Visitors to the Barça Store in Arenas can buy the new 2023/24 kit from today
along with other 100% Barça collections for both adults and children
and even babies can be kitted out in blaugrana
there are also casual streetwear designs on a Barça theme
all original and offering the utmost comfort
These include the 'Barça Cruyff’ and ‘Barça Fest’ capsules that fans will be excited to fin
FC Barcelona regained its merchandising rights which until then had been controlled by FCB-Merchandising
Barça has directly assumed management of its retail brand by creating BLM
with the aim of regaining direct control of the brand in order to continue its global expansion
The strategic plan includes the creation of a network of official sales outlets managed 100% by FC Barcelona
of which the Canaletes store is the flagship establishment and the second largest in terms of surface area
and taking advantage of the temporary move to the Olympic Stadium while work is being done on Espai Barça
the club has been exploring options in the environs of the stadium
and in line with its strategic commitment to retail
there could be further openings on the way
The renowned magazine “Time Out” published the list of the 51 best neighborhoods in the world
among which is the neighborhood of Sants in Barcelona
only two Spanish neighborhoods appear on the list: Sants in the Catalan capital
and Madrid’s Barrio de Las Letras in 23rd place
the magazine surveyed some 22,000 people for their opinions on the best places in their cities
The opinions gathered were combined with those of the magazine’s editors in 59 countries around the world
In this way they were able to develop the ranking
It is located in the southern sector of the city
It is part of the Sants-Montjuic district and borders the Barcelona districts of Ensanche
Les Corts and the municipality of Hospitalet de Llobregat
Its inhabitants define the neighborhood as a “welcoming
thanks to the mix of lively squares and quiet streets
They celebrate their main festival in August with great color and joy
It is rated as one of the “coolest” neighborhoods in the world
thanks to the fact that it has remained away from the tourist overcrowding
Sants is like an oasis just 10 minutes by metro from the center of Barcelona and Las Ramblas
In this area there are several metro stops nearby such as Sants and Tarragona
the Sants train station is the central point of the area and is one of the best and largest in the Catalan capital
It offers direct train service to the airport and to different destinations outside the city
there are several hotels near the station that are very suitable for business travelers
The advantage is that they are next to the neighboring area of Les Corts
an active financial district of the city and the Fira de la Plaça España Convention Center
Although the Sants area does not have many tourist attractions
it does offer you the facility to travel to the most interesting places in Barcelona
From Sants you can even walk to Plaça Espanya and Montjuïc
the Fira de Barcelona halls and the Magic Fountain
You are also close to Camp Nou or to go shopping at the L’Illa Complex on Diagonal
It is an ideal neighborhood for social life
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is one of the city’s most culturally diverse areas
Once known best as a good place to find a cheap drink
it has recently undergone something of a renewal
Here are our ten must-dos for the neighborhood
funkyfrogstock / Shutterstock Arguably a must-see for the entirety of Barcelona, Caixa Forum
maintains a top-notch program of art and culture – be it exhibitions
Despite playing host to high-brow art installations
it makes an effort to appeal to younger minds as well
It’s recently shown an exhibition of Pixar’s creative process
and ensures that plenty of interactive activities are placed around
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Stas Makes Content / Shutterstock Learn about Catalonian history at the Archaeology Museum of Catalonia. Another little known destination, this museum has managed to stay entirely off the beaten track. It’s on the way to the popular Castell de Montjuïc
and the place to be largely empty – yet it’s a beautiful building with items that trace back to the history of Catalonia
© Courtesy of Bar Rufián Barcelona Tours From the team that ran El Clandestino – itself a great live music spot – comes Bar Rufián
If you come on the weekend you can expect an excellent line-up of bands and artists
and come at good prices – expect them to be fuelling debate and discussion in this consistently lively hangout.Check out the best bookable tours
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© Kuttig - Travel / Alamy Stock Photo A small, artificial village in the middle of Barcelona, the Poble Espanyol is an attraction that aims to give its visitors a glimpse of Spain‘s history and architecture
but inside you’ll find a range of medieval style buildings
but be warned that they are very expensive
This is a well-known and perennially popular tourist attraction in Barcelona
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Expect risqué yet largely tasteful cabaret and burlesque
Showcasing wonderful hosts and performers at the venue
the audiences are largely Spanish and as such
this won’t make it any less enjoyable for tourists
It’s a good idea to get there early if you want to ensure good seats
and they normally have a few performers outside to entice people in
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The simple yet exquisitely cooked Venetian haute cuisine means that the restaurant is normally full – it’s probably worth calling ahead if you intend on paying it a visit
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Wondering about the best neighborhoods in Barcelona
The answer is simple: it depends on your lifestyle
By Megan Janicke
When looking for a place to live in Barcelona
you’ll have your list of priorities: cheap rent
Your choice of the city’s neighborhoods depends on your lifestyle
and the inconveniences you are willing to put up with
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Constant renewal in most of Barcelona’s neighborhoods in the last 150 years has produced a real mix of accommodation
from 18th-century townhouses to newly built apartments
and gentrification projects boosted demand and prices in the city’s most central and attractive neighborhoods
Local councils have attempted to pressure the government for rent controls to stop pricing out locals. Average rental prices in Barcelona reportedly rose almost 66% over just five years, from around €900 per month in 2012 up to some €1,500 in 2017. Barcelona had the highest rental increases in all of Spain, significantly ahead of Mallorca (40%) and Madrid (20%)
While rental controls are not yet in place
Barcelona has begun closer restriction on tourism rentals; this has
led to two house-sharing platforms being fined €600,000 for listing illegal rentals
as well as a temporary cap on the number of new rental licenses issued
All of this means that places to live in Barcelona are in high demand and pricey
the best neighborhoods in Barcelona may come down to budget
Most accommodations are apartments; you’ll have to look for a place to live outside Barcelona if you’d like a private garden
Whether you’re looking for a property to buy or rent, real estate agents and other professionals can help you find somewhere to live. If you need guidance with the process, experts such as those at BCN Life can assist you.
Our tour begins with the city center, also known as Ciutat Vella. Housing costs for a small, one-bedroom apartments in this area average around €1,000, with two-bedroom apartments averaging from €1,300–2,500. However, nightlife, museums and restaurants abound. The large Parc de la Ciutadella is popular with runners, skateboarders and kids, and there’s easy access to the beach.
All the great history of Barcelona is right here, complete with Roman ruins glassed off in the middle of markets, banks, parks, or just incorporated into the stone of newer (though still old) buildings. Its’ winding, ancient streets are perfect to get lost in and lined with charming bakeries and cafes; this is where the tourists go to get lost in the European experience.
Most expats live here first, electing to move outside the city center after a year or two to get away from the noise of too-close neighbors, nonstop construction, throngs of tourists, and sometimes unpleasant smells of city living. Still, it remains charming and exceptionally convenient, and if you can score a decent terrace, you may choose to stay.
Also known as The Born to Barcelona’s expats, El Borne is adjacent to Barrio Gotico and practically its twin neighborhood. This is everyone’s second-favorite barrio because of its top restaurants, fashion bargains, fantastic bars, and indie atmosphere. Still part of the ancient city, many expats call this place home as it has generally larger, renovated flats, charming open spaces, and lacks the dirtiness of other city center barrios.
An old fishing village on the beach, Barceloneta features homes that are simple as can be with very few balconies to be seen. Plenty of expats and immigrants live in the tiny, simple flats, and the communal community plazas are generally respected. If you live on a ground floor, for example, and hang your laundry on the sidewalk to dry, people respect your property.
It does have a higher petty crime area, but it’s still safe; there are nearly no violent crimes in all of Barcelona. Barceloneta is great for singles who want to be near the beach, and this area is always buzzing with tourists.
A seedy but safe barrio in the shadow of Montjuïc, Raval is packed with South Asian immigrants, which consequently makes it the best place in Barcelona to find delicious Middle Eastern food. Musicians love Raval, as it is jampacked with tiny bars and music venues. Because of their small size, they make it seem as though you’ve discovered a new treasure when you wander in off the street.
This Barcelona neighborhood has years of history with gangs, drugs, and prostitution. Within the last decade or so, Raval has cleaned itself up – however, it’s still not an area that tourists frequent.
This neighborhood is called the Expansion of Barcelona, known more commonly to the locals as L’Eixample in Catalan. It is a massive suburb that expanded the city in the 1890s, connecting the Gotic area to the nearby pueblo of Gràcia.
Housing averages €1,000–2,000 per month, often higher for attractive two-bedroom apartments. Numerous bus and metro lines cross the area, and cycling is also popular. While traffic flows relatively smoothly, parking can be tricky; few buildings have dedicated parking spots. Small shops are integrated in the residential streets, with bigger stores on the larger boulevards.
The green spaces and public transportation are a bonus, making it easy to get outside. The main street (Calle Verdi) hosts a version original cinema and the surrounding streets are full of quirky boutiques, natural bakeries, cool cafes in beautiful plazas, great bars, cultural and independent events, boutiques and chain stores, and diverse restaurants. Park Guell provides a welcome green space.
The only drawback is its distance from Barcelona’s beaches, but the place is so charming you most likely won’t care. In any case, you can ride a bike to the beach from the neighborhood. Rent is between €900–1,500 per month for two bedrooms, typically upward for larger and well-refurbished apartments.
Bus and metro routes connect to the center. Cycling is possible, but the area is hilly, and there’s easy access to the motorway for cars. Public parking is limited.
Butting up against Montjuïc and partially up the mountain is the barrio of Poble Sec, Raval’s next-door neighbor. This is a well-connected area thanks to the metro and car-friendly roads, and the area is great for jogging, museum visiting, events, and outdoor activities.
There are now quite a few decent restaurants to be found, particularly the pincho joints in Carrer Blai and in the adjacent hipster area of San Antoni. It’s a quieter neighborhood than most city center barrios in Barcelona, with lots of green spaces.
A scenic upmarket residential area, Les Corts has an astonishing choice of international schools. The nearby financial district, which offers the Fira Convention Centre in Plaça Espanya, makes commuting easy for many parents.
Les Corts is home to Barcelona Football Club’s main stadium and features easy access to the hills and countryside at the edge of the city. There are some large shopping centers, including L’Illa, and smaller shopping malls, plus some exclusive boutique and designer stores.
It is primarily residential with a mix of apartment blocks, townhouses, and houses with gardens. Rent is typically €1,000–2,000 per month for apartments, and upward of €2,500 for larger properties and attractive locations. There are extensive bus and metro routes. Cycling and walking are also popular, as is driving since dedicated parking is more common than in other areas.
Housing costs €1,000–2,000 for a two-bedroom apartment; there’s also a good stock of large apartments for families with prices starting at €2,500 and upward. Metro and bus routes connect to the center, and cycling is also popular. Drivers can find easy access to the motorway from many areas. Some properties have dedicated parking.
Poble Nou has easy access to the Collserola nature area, and there are many small bars and local restaurants tucked away in the neighborhood. Each of the shopping streets acts as a hub for locals, often boasting a good library and community or religious center.
Housing costs are still low, averaging €700–1,000 for two-bedroom apartments. Bus and metro links provide access to the city center and cars have easy access to the motorway. Parking is sparse, particularly in pre-1950s estates.
Housing costs €1,500–2,000 per month, although apartments tend to be large with several bedrooms; in some areas it’s possible to find smaller apartments around €800–1,200. Metro and bus lines cross the area and cycling and walking on the beach is popular. Modern blocks are more likely to have dedicated parking, but traffic is often congested.
Probably the greenest district in Barcelona, Horta-Guinardó stretches from the center to the Collserola nature reserve. Streets are mostly quiet and residential, though some are so steep that escalators have been installed. The neighborhood’s inhabitants come from all over Spain and even around the world.
You’ll find numerous parks and gardens and plenty of small independent shops with supermarkets and larger stores clustered in the former village centers.
There’s a large stock of two-bedroom apartments around €600–900, although apartments are typically fewer than 80 square meters; larger, nicer apartments start around €1,250 and upwards. Cycling is not easy, as the area is very hilly. Metro and bus lines provide links to the center. Cars have easy access to the motorway, but streets are narrow, often congested, and there is little parking.
Absorbed by Barcelona in the 20th century, this former town retains much of its community and independent spirit. The historic center still stands, with its beautiful old buildings and small-town atmosphere. If you’re looking for more space, it’s easier to find a house with a garden here than in some other districts.
Cultural events occur regularly and there are many local restaurants. Nus de la Trinitat and walks along the river provide a pleasant outdoor escape. There is excellent shopping in the old town and the La Maquinista shopping centre. While some areas are luxurious, others were cheap housing a century ago and remain a little rough.
Housing costs from €700–1,000 per month for a small, two-bedroom apartment, and upward of €1,250 for nicer and larger properties. Bus and metro routes connect to the center. Cycling is also popular, but car parking is sparse.
The outskirts of Barcelona offers cities such as Sitges, a favorite former fishing-village-turned-beach-town for retired gay couples and British families. It became a trendy place to live when the Catalan bourgeoisie began building their summer homes in Sitges in the 19th century, and now boasts a great nightlife.
Back on the other side of Barcelona are Besos and further north, Badalona. This is where the Andalusian-Galician Spaniard immigrated in the 1960s and 70s: now it’s a mix of Latin American, Pakistani, Chinese and Eastern European immigrants living alongside the aging children of the Southern Spanish immigrants.
You likely won’t be looking to live beyond the metropolitan area, unless you want some land for animals or agriculture, or are looking for a quiet rural life, which is, for most expats, not the reason to move to Barcelona – though the quaint countryside may be where you end up years after living in Barcelona.
Megan is a writer, entrepreneur, and adventurer. In 2014, she took off on a world bicycle trip, pedaled through the Netherlands, fell in love, and never went home.
These days, she’s a freelance writer specializing in B2B content for tech and tourism companies.
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There are now at least 1,231 homeless people living on the streets of Barcelona – up over 15% in a year – according to the Arrels Foundation's latest census
which reported a similar figure in 2020 at the height of the pandemic
who scoured many of the city's streets the night of June 15
found that just under a third of these people
while around a quarter are in the Eixample district (297)
and 15% live in Sants-Montjuïc (183).
Arrels has seen the number of people sleeping rough increase steadily since 2016
when they carried out their first annual census
the figure has increased once again.
calls on authorities to allocate more funds towards a problem affecting more and more people every year
Only 2% of all housing in the Catalan capital – Spain's "eviction capital" – is subsidized and it is home to some of the country's most expensive real estate. And access to the public housing that does exist should not be conditioned, Arrels argues, to financial means, health, or drug and alcohol use.
According to Arrels, Barcelona should also open smaller shelters across the city instead of the "massive" facilities with long waiting lists that it currently has.
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Olympic-inspired district in the southeast of Barcelona boasts attractions which centre on the Parc de Montjuïc
as well as a plethora of things to see and do
Here we explore the best things you can’t miss on your next visit to the neighbourhood
Admire the views from Montjuïc mountain A prominent hill overlooking Barcelona and boasting fantastic city views
Montjuïc mountain is very popular with tourists
especially since the surrounding area offers much to see and do in itself
It’s certainly recommended to get involved and lost in the bustling streets of the city below
exploring everything there is to see and do
but to truly appreciate the size and splendour of Barcelona
Take a moment of peace and tranquillity to admire exactly what you have been exploring
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Possibly even more exciting than the views themselves is the Montjuïc cable car
which takes visitors directly to the top of the city in the most entertaining and mind-blowing way possible
The Montjuïc cable car gives visitors the chance to sit in a cabin which can hold up to 8 people
and admire the panoramic views of the city
An ideal way to reach the top where there are attractions to see and views to admire
and far more comfortable than hiking the steep route up
Hop on the attractive cable car and glide above the tree tops for just over €10 for a return ticket
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Those who want more fantastic views whilst admiring a spectacular military fortress dating back to 1640 should stick around at the top of the mountain to visit Montjuïc castle
Previously used to repress the anarchists in the 19th century
and political prisoners under Franco’s regime (it is now one of the only places in which a statue of Franco remains)
it currently serves as a Barcelona municipality’s facility
and guests can explore the grand historical grounds and sit and grab a cool drink during the summer months in the most spectacular setting high above the city
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Address: Ctra. de Montjuïc, 66, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
A beautiful backdrop to the famous Plaça d’Espanya, Palau Nacional also goes by the name of National Art Museum of Catalonia, and showcases the largest collection of Catalan art in the world
This spectacular building is worth a visit even to admire from the outside
Built in 1929 for the International Exhibition
Palau Nacional has played host to prestigious events
including the opening ceremony of the Exhibition which was attended by royalty
the inside of the building is home not only to Catalonian art
Palau Nacional, Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, Barcelona, Spain
but free from traffic and full of nature – much like stepping into a fairy tale
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Av Francesc Ferrer i Guardia, 13, Barcelona, Spain
as Miró is one of the most emblematic aspects of Catalan culture and identity
Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, 08038 Barcelona, Spain,+34 932 56 44 45
El Jardin Botanico is a municipal institution established with the aim of preserving over 1500 Mediterranean plant species worldwide
El Jardin Botanico offers garden activities all year round
A perfect place not only to learn about Mediterranean vegetation or environmental issues
but also to appreciate the pure beauty of Mediterranean plants as the garden is spread over to 14 hectares and to six different zones
Carrer del Doctor Font i Quer, 2, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
the Font Mágica of Montjuïc was built by over 3000 workers in less than one year
Font Mágica is a historical piece located near the beautiful Palau Nacional
Font Mágica comprises of waterfalls and ponds which display color
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Plaça de Carles Buïgas, s/n, 08038 Montjuic, Barcelona, Spain
Designed in 1985 by architect Luis Pena Ganchegui and Francesc Rius
Parc de l’Espanya Industrial was built on the site of a former textile factory
and was initially part of a council plan to create more open spaces
The park consists not only of the typical trees
The most famous is The Dragon Without Saint George
Standing at 12 metres high and 32 metres wide
it now serves as a popular slide for the children
Calle Muntadas, 37, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
Carrer de Salvador Espriu, 61, 08005 Barcelona, Spain
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About the author Rebecca Wilkinson From her first ever trip to Spain at 10 years old
This passion for Spanish has since developed into a love for all things language and travel related and has inspired her dream of working for the Foreign Office
Now studying for a degree in Spanish and Arabic
studying and teaching in the historic and cultural heart of Morocco
Rebecca hates to be stuck in one place for too long
she loves to spend time with her friends and supportive boyfriend and metaphorical rock Ayman
The area includes the space between C/ Constitució
The new park will have 21,000 square metres of greenery
and nearly 3,000 square metres of facilities
The publicly operated Escola Cavall Bernat will also be extended
with improved accessibility to the school and to the Santa Eulàlia metro station
The amendment to the urban plan allowing the land to be given new uses will be approved at the end of the year
Located in one of the most emblematic areas of Barcelona
and not far from the Montjuïc Magic Fountain
Poble Espanyol is one of the city's big attractions
thanks to the one-of-a-kind combination you'll find there of architecture
Built for the 1929 International Expo and designed by the Modernista architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch
this composite Spanish village is charming or kitsch depending on your taste
and features 117 reproductions of traditional buildings and squares from every region in Spain
In one space you can visit a typical Andalusían neighbourhood
It's also a centre for crafts and shops that's open 365 days a year
where more than 20 artisans work every day
and you can watch them make unique pieces of pottery
Another of the highlights is the Fran Daurel Museum
which is home to more than 300 works by big names in the world of contemporary art such as Picasso
The price of entry to the museum is free with paid entry into Poble Espanyol
In an effort to keep up with changing times
in March 2018 Poble Espanyol added a new attraction
The Fiesta space is a large-format audiovisual installation that shows off big traditional celebrations and festivals around Spain
celebrations featuring 'castells' (human towers)
You'll find the 150-square-metre multimedia space with a mapping design in the Torre de Utebo
in Plaza Aragonesa.You'll also find a wide variety of bars and restaurants all around Poble Espanyol that help you get to know the rich gastronomy of the country
it's great to sit outside on one of the terraces to enjoy your drinks or meal
every Sunday there's a different event on: theatre
And all year round there are special events for the family: Carnival
the first Festival of Flowers and Gardens in Barcelona
The construction of new access points for the 1992 Olympic Games facilities of the Olympic Games favoured the proposal to create a new botanical garden for the city
between the castle and the Olympic Stadium
the shape of the garden's 14 hectares is reminiscent of a great amphitheatre with preserved collections of Mediterranean plants worldwide and magnificent views over the Llobregat delta
the Olympic Ring and part of the metropolitan area of Barcelona
one of Europe’s biggest trade fair institutions
the conference and trade centre has hosted a slew of shows and congresses with the economy’s main areas
It provides a place for companies and professionals to share (with a hint of competitiveness) experiences and technological development
One of the biggest conventions held at Fira de Barcelona and Fira Barcelona Gran Via is the Mobile World Congress
the world's largest gathering for the mobile industry
The convention focuses on digital empowerment
which also hosts important bridal conventions or food and drink expos
The Firas help contribute greatly to the city
and the events they host bring thousands of businesspeople and visitors to Barcelona
a former quarry is the origin of this singular green space
where nature spreads out across the landscape with reckless abandon
The abundance of exotic plants points to the scientific origin of the space
The seven-decades-old giant ash tree will leave you speechless
On the other side of the park you’ll find a typical farmhouse
where volunteers help to organize activities for the public
You'll always get some good blues or jazz to listen to at Honky Tonk
The live shows are every Sunday evening – get there early if you can
because these shows are free and they always bring in the crowds
Drinks menus feature a wide selection of bourbon
This genuine Italian 'trattoria' run by Pino Prestanizzi (from Calabria) and Patricio Sodano (from Naples) opened in 1989 when
and going to dinner in an Italian restaurant was a sign of distinction'
It seems like time has stopped in La Bricciola
but in a good way: they've managed to keep their restaurant and what they serve at a top level
Though you might have an instinct to describe the decor as kistch
The Campione pizza – with spicy salami
oregano and parmesan – reminds you how good these guys are at what they do
crunchy crust – not some cheap Neapolitan knock-off
as many pizzerias try to pass off: 'There's nothing worse than a gummy
undercooked pizza that comes back to haunt you,' says Prestanizzi
This classic tavern was reopened by some bloggers who are passionate about wine and tapas
and they've applied their philosophy to breakfasts in the bar featuring sandwiches that are so big they can count as a full brunch: 'botifarra' sausage with cubes of aubergine
or tuna with cheese and sun-dried tomatoes are among the surprises that await you
The Bernat Picornell swimming pools got the name as a tribute to the great Catalan swimmer and founder of the Spanish Swimming Federation (Real Federación Española de Natación)
You'll find the pools in the Parc de Montjuïc
and the area also boasts a gym with group activities and three padel tennis courts
Although the sign on the door says Ramen Can
the official name of the place is Samurai Ramen
It's advertised as a ramen bar with an emphasis on healthy recipes (though that's a given with this kind of food)
It's not the best noodle bar in the city – they need to refine their toppings and presentation – but their set lunch menu comes with ramen
a drink and a tapa for €11 (or €9 without a tapa)
© Christian Weidinger/Flickr Mantra is a little bit of everything: a restaurant
Venture into this enchanted world complete with stylish paintings and characteristic furnishings
© Juan Bautista / Alamy Stock Photo A true rock and roll favorite, Psycho is the perfect place to party and enjoy a few drinks
For those looking for a laid back experience
where the focus is purely on the music and the vibe
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The bakery Sant Croi by Albert Roca was awarded the top prize in the IX Best Butter Croissant in Spain competition for 2018
This is no small feat: organised by the Gremi de Pastisseria de Barcelona (Barcelona Pastry Guild)
the competition looks at some 70 of the best bakeries in the country
and they all put their best croissant forward
Albert Roca also became the first pastry chef to hold the title twice
All the recognition is well-deserved: his butter croissant is a wonder of airy nooks and crannies and the perfect balance between sweet and salty
made with strong dark chocolate and just as airy and flaky as the butter
Roca has changed his pastry shop from Badia Roca to San Croi
and the change has also meant a wider selection of baked goods available
but the spirit is the same: innovation with one foot in tradition
San Croi is a fantastic signature pastry shop
where Albert Roca gives free rein to his creativity
He follows the theory of Ferran Adrià
innovating is a dogma of personal faith – innovating is not copying.' In his case
and a performance space (live music and dance)
Since 2012 Sinestesia has been providing the Sants neighbourhood with a place to open your senses
gigs and art exhibitions featuring artists from Barcelona and beyond
bench seats and chairs of this dark tavern
you'll be happy to find plenty of taps where the staff are busy pulling craft and commercial beers
they offer a number of Belgian brews and some Irish favourites as well
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Suculent is an eatery where you can order a superlative oxtail
that will make you fall to your knees and raise your arms to the heavens
even in places that advertise traditional cuisine
we're not talking about meat from a bull or ox: it’s from our friend the cow
or black pudding meatballs with cuttlefish – the star of the show and the restaurant’s proudest offering
On Sundays they serve up rice with seafood or meat and live flamenco
Music all day set at a volume that doesn't interrupt conversations
San Telmo – not to be confused with the gorgeous restaurant in C/Vilà i Vila – is one of those places that are neither too outdated to chase away the posher clientele
nor too well-heeled to turn away your average hungry passer-by
lunch or dinner – the best-sellers are salads and hamburgers – and for having the first drinks of the night before making your way to Bikini
Sutton or any of the nightclubs in the area
Urban Planning and Mobility Area is responsible for providing municipal services linked to the public areas and city services which make life easier for people who live and work in the city.
The City Council seeks to ensure a quality public space
a green and biodiverse city that is productive and resilient
a city committed to active and sustainable mobility with public involvement and commitment
Urban Planning and Mobility Area has different instruments as well as advisory and participatory bodies for effective involvement and collaboration in municipal projects with the general public
The Council sees to the smooth running of the city services
to ensure the daily wellbeing of the public and contribute towards the city's development
Urban development work gets under way to generate a large green space with areas for people to spend time and stroll in
plus a new children’s play area in the neighbourhood of Marina de Port
The park will have a sustainable drainage system to reuse rainwater
The project covers 24,000 square metres of space between the streets of Foc
Ferrocarrils Catalans (between Foc and Alts Forns)
and between Diligències and Camí de Can Clos
The creation of the new green space will change the topography of the area and generate a pedestrian path connecting the upper part of Can Clos with the rest of the neighbourhood of La Marina
improving its integration with the mountain of Montjuïc
The new space will include an accessible urban passage
a series of paths with steps and small shaded rest areas
The predominant vegetation will consist of bushes
avoiding blind spots to boost the sensation of safety
On the Montjuïc side there will be continuity for the pine trees and scrub
alternating with pines and almond trees to provide shade for the paths
The area will also get urban furniture: seats and benches with back supports
various water springs and a children’s play area of 278 square metres with swings
Can Clos will also have urban services such as a fibreoptic data and telephony network
with energy efficient lighting systems too
Four blocks of housing will also be built here at a later date
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It may not be the prettiest hotel in the city but its location is ideal when it comes to transportation both around the city and to/from other places
and shopaholics are well-placed to indulge their passion
this four-star hotel seems to mainly describe itself as ‘functional’
We’re not going to argue with that but there are still many more enticing features that make it worth staying there
While the building and its immediate surrounds (which include Barcelona’s main train station
Sants-Estació) are not overly appealing
the Expo Hotel is just one metro stop away from the centre of town
and if you’re catching a train or plane onwards at the end of your trip
in the warmer months the rooftop pool and Terraza Urban BCN bar provide a great place to relax as you taken in the fabulous city views
including of the nearby Montjuïc ‘mountain’ and its emblematic buildings
Rooms are comfortable and the decor throughout is simple and modern; a bonus is that every one of the 423 bedrooms has a balcony
this is a place to sleep and take a break after a busy day doing stuff elsewhere
whether that’s business meetings or seeing the sights
And if shopping is high on your Barcelona to-do list
Three shopping centres are within easy access
including the converted Las Arenas bullring
which you can get to on foot in less than 10 minutes; the other two
Location: This is one of the city’s best connected hotels
Located right next to Barcelona’s main train station (which is served by high-speed services to Madrid and Paris as well as two metro lines and regional trains)
while a ten-minute walk away you can catch the Aerobus straight to the airport
The immediate area is somewhat lacking in soul but head to the nearby neighbourhood of Sants for a more authentic taste of the city
Among our top picks is the Mies Van der Rohe Pavillion
a replica of the Modernist building created by the German architect to represent his home country at the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona
innovative design that features glass and four different types of stone as well as examples of the iconic Barcelona chair
created by Mies Van der Rohe and Lilly Reich for the Pavillion
it includes a huge iron dragon that’s also a slide and a large artificial lake
Nectari: Treat yourself to a top-notch meal at this Michelin-starred restaurant that’s the work of young Catalan chef Jordi Esteve
creativity and tradition to create dishes such as gazpacho with lobster
and scallops with truffle and fish foam; plus there are dishes suitable for coealics
Good for: Business travellers who want functionality and don’t want to be out in the sticks
Anybody else who likes to be near public transport and/or shopping centres
Time Out tip: One of the most economical ways of using public transport in Barcelona is the T10 ticket
train or tram for under €10 and can be shared by up to 10 people
you can also use it to take the train (but not metro) between Sants and the airport
making it significantly cheaper than the other options on offer
the Cuban chef and owner of this cosy establishment
This diversity has been transposed to the menu
chicken drumsticks with sweet potato chips and an exotic mango curry sauce
a new legislature began in municipalities throughout Catalonia
The new beginning represents a change in political responsibilities and also the opportunity to launch new projects and consolidate leading initiatives such as the Pact of Time
we sit down with the person who takes the reins of time policies in the new city council to find out first-hand what we can expect in the coming years
a project with a long history which addresses
in addition to the labour field in which you have worked in recent years
and how would you like it to evolve in the next four years
We must continue to generate more awareness and give more visibility to time policies
both in the new work scenarios and in gender equality
as well as in the second generation of time policies associated with care
sustainability or the effects of digitalisation
addressing time poverty as a result of the unequal distribution of the right to time must be at the heart of municipal action
we must carry out improvements in all these areas to contribute to economic and social reactivation in a healthy and egalitarian way
we need to further promote a new culture of working time
which redefines working time management and scheduling to obtain more satisfactory and efficient results
always on the basis of a healthier society
we must firmly give visibility to the importance of care
More emphasis must be placed on co-responsibility and the effective reconciliation of personal
work and family time as a fundamental aspect to achieve a balance in the use of time
through the more than 70 public policies that we promote from Barcelona City Council
in this mandate we want to continue to strengthen and expand all these aspects
With the aim of actively contributing to making Barcelona a healthier
it is also very important to get more and more public bodies to incorporate time policies into their institutional agenda
One of the strengths of the Pact of Time is the organizations that are part of it and that already apply practical improvements in the use of time
How would you like their role to evolve in this framework
as well as the relationship that has been created between them and Barcelona City Council
When we think about how we can work together to promote better practices in time policies
we always reflect on the importance of networking
Work jointly to address shared challenges between organizations
It is essential to share experiences and learning between everyone
creating unique spaces for the exchange of good practices
such as the meetings of the Time Pact driving group
or the annual meeting between entities and organizations that are part of it
Another of the key spaces in this exchange are the training pills that we offer from the Pact to all those entities and organizations that are interested in incorporating improvements in time management
the pill on how to develop a digital disconnection protocol was very successful; since we always try to offer practical tools that fit the realities of each organization
Another tool that is being very successful and that helps companies and organizations enormously is the Equality and Time Management Advisory Service
which we offer in collaboration with Barcelona Activa
This term we will continue to work along these lines
guaranteeing practical spaces for the exchange of knowledge
and listening to the needs of all members of the Pact
I must necessarily talk about the NUST Network (Network of companies for a new working time)
has been at the forefront of advancing new ways of organizing working time that benefit working people
characterized by the evolution of productive models and technology
measures to organize working time are a key element of a new work culture that not only means an improvement in the value proposition of the companies themselves
but that answers to the needs of working people and the city
The companies that are part of the NUST Network are the clear example that success lies in the transfer of knowledge and collaborative work
It is necessary to expand the number of committed companies and to rethink and explore new practices in the forms and dynamics of work
The pandemic taught us how to do this by forcing us to telework
and once this is over we must also continue to look for other flexible formulas that allow us to retain talent
improve the well-being of workers and increase productivity
I would also like to highlight the recognition of Barcelona
as the first World Capital of Time Policies by the Local and Regional Governments Time Network
This capital became an opportunity to share experiences and best practices with other municipalities in the State and other cities in Europe and Latin America
and this is the way I want to continue strengthening and expanding
Working together from each municipality for citizens’ right to time
an increasingly essential right to guarantee health and promote equality
Within the wide range of time policies that Barcelona City Council already has in place
is there any aspect of the Pact that you want to promote in a special way
We want to continue working on each of the 7 strategic axes (health
work and sustainable city) in a cross-sectorial manner
we think it is essential to work on education understood as promotion
All those key stakeholders in the distribution of the uses of time must be able to make a change of mentality
to incorporate the balance necessary for life in this distribution
we are seeing how this concept has more and more weight on the agenda
and we must make sure that actions in this area incorporate the time dimension
We must also talk about sustainability in people
Despite the fact that we are starting the legislative term
you have already held institutional positions in the City Council where you have been able to closely implement key time policies
what lessons did you take away that you would like to apply when implementing or consolidating new time policies in Barcelona
The bet we are making from the Barcelona City Council in terms of time policies involves a profound social and economic transformation
which is why we will only be able to carry it out through consensus and shared progress
and that is why social dialogue becomes so important
such as the Barcelona Agreement for Quality Employment 2021-2030 – which we signed last April with the participation of the Public Employment Service of Catalonia
the main social and economic stakeholders and more than 50 civil and third social sector organizations of the city and the Barcelona metropolitan area –
the Agreement to take care of mental health at work or the Pact for commercial hours
This is the key to its success and the approach that must continue to be the basis of future actions
working times define our capacity to distribute our time use
what key challenges must be addressed in this area to improve the use of time
especially for those in more precarious jobs that usually have worse schedules
It is necessary to give more social and political value to these jobs
and to overcome the inequalities of gender
age or social class that occur in the assumption of the most precarious tasks
there is a need to strengthen social dialogue and improve collective bargaining
An essential area of work to overcome these inequalities in the long term is visibility
By generating awareness about the value of more feminized jobs
we will contribute to fighting the job insecurity that often characterizes them
We also have a long way to go to achieve an equal distribution of unpaid domestic and care work
one of the factors that makes it more difficult for women to participate in the labour market under equal conditions
We must apply measures that contribute to eliminating phenomena such as horizontal and vertical segregation
which cause women to be disproportionately concentrated in sectors and categories with lower wages and worse working conditions
To tackle the complex network of factors that generate them
it is essential to count on the connivance of companies
we have already talked about the importance of the NUST Network
more than 130 companies and organizations committed to promoting a work culture that involves a greater balance between people’s time needs and the requirements and needs of competitiveness and organizational productivity
the City Council has been awarding the Barcelona Award to the Innovative Company in Organization and Use of Time for more than ten years
an award designed to recognize and highlight the work of companies that develop innovative measures in time management time
The Award has been and continues to be an important source of creativity and exchange of ideas
generating a bank of good practices that companies can adapt to their particularities
what changes in terms of time would you like to see in Barcelona in 10 years
where we have consolidated policies to fight precariousness and poverty
Where citizens can develop their life projects coming from co-responsibility and respect for life and health cycles
Where the organization of working time has progressed towards a better balance between productive time (from an economic point of view) and personal time
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their practical implementation through the 2030 Agenda mark the way for us
We will work to achieve significant changes in terms of gender equality and co-responsibility; provide effective responses to the climate emergency; harmonize work
family and personal time; promote effective and healthy productive models; and ensure the political and social participation of everyone
The most famous open-air club in Barcelona (located in the Poble Espanyol) returns each summer to bring us yet another fantastic season of irresistible dance music
The venue has successfully spun great international music from midnight to sunrise for more than 18 years
When the festivities of Gràcia end
so whoever has not had enough or has not been able to go has a second chance
because although each has its own personality
also in the festivities of Sants the neighbors of the streets that participate decorate them in a similar way as it is done in the neighborhood of Gràcia
The Festa Major de Sants is celebrated on the occasion of the feast of the patron saint of the neighborhood
During the festival many popular outdoor activities are organized such as: bastoners
has won the 28th Festa Major de Sants poster contest
Her poster captures the essence of the festival with a fresh and fun style
which will be held from August 24 to September 1
Among the novelties of the Fiesta Mayor is the transfer of the Fair from the surroundings of Sants Station to the stretch of the Badal and Brasil boulevards between Daoiz y Velarde street and Madrid avenue due to works
The main events include the opening speech
The Punt Lila will be active every day to prevent and attend male aggressions
Complete program (PDF)
the section of C/ Roger between Rambla Brasil and C/ Juan de Sada was closed until 3 pm and reserved for sport
with free Zumba classes and spaces to play football and basketball
The opening ceremony included a drumming performance by the Tabalers de Sants
next to an information point for the Sports Boards for Sants
Located above the Els Gats municipal nursery and family space
the new sports facility has 2,165 square metres of floor space
dressing rooms and other communal spaces and services
The facilities will mainly be used by neighbourhood sports clubs
local schools doing PE classes and organisations for people with disabilities
The following sports entities are using the hall for the 2021-2022 season:
the nursery and family space all now open and the lateral green space now re-urbanised
work has now been concluded at the facility building in C/ Roger
The project got under way in April 2019 and involved an overall investment of 9.87 million euros
Along with the Roger Primary Healthcare Centre which opened in July 2019
C/ Roger is now firmly established as a new hub for facilities in the neighbourhood of Sants-Badal
addressing the pervious lack of public facilities there
There may be more to come too with another plot of land available in the same street
The District of Sants-Montjuïc will be organising a participatory process ahead of 2023 to start defining uses for the future facility on this site
The name of the sports hall was decided during a participatory process held on the decidim.barcelona website in April
The public decided the sports facility should bear the name of the sportswoman
journalist and feminist activist Anna Maria Martínez Sagi
the decision was taken to choose the name Els Gats for the municipal nursery school which shares the same building with the sports hall
of the municipal pools so you can go to cool off and escape the heat this summer
When heat and humidity come together in Barcelona
it is important to hydrate and avoid exposure to the sun during the hottest hours of the day
Barcelona has about forty Centres Esportius Municipals (CEM), which are municipal sports facilities that you can access by paying a fee or a one-time ticket. Some of them have swimming pools and during the summer season they open their doors so that we can take refuge from the heat.
Most of the municipal swimming pools that open in summer belong to a CEM, although not all of them, as is the case of the Llac del Parc de la Creueta del Coll. In addition, starting this year, it will no longer be forbidden to go topless or to wear a full swimsuit, as prohibiting both is considered a discriminatory measure.
These are the schedules and prices of the municipal swimming pools of Barcelona district by district:
The atmosphere here is much more laid-back than in the busy city centre
making it very much a place where locals like to go out and live
This is also where you’ll find the quieter and more charming streets and squares in Les Corts
with places near the world-famous Camp Nou stadium tending to be a little busier and louder
Montjuïc and the Modernist marvels of the Eixample
Facade of an old Modernist apartment building in el Poble-Sec
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Aerial view of Barcelona Eixample residential district and Sagrada Familia Basilica at sunrise | Vunav / Shutterstock
Bridge between buildings in Barri Gotic quarter of Barcelona
About the author Tara Jessop Tara is a travel writer and editor who lived in Barcelona for 5 years writing exclusively for Culture Trip
She has a passion for sharing experiences around food and wine