Barcelona Attractions

La Sagrada Familia

Top Barcelona attractions include the works of Antoni Gaudi (1852-1926) and especially La Sagrada Familia. Sagrada Familia is one of the most visited buildings in Barcelona and loved by many all over the world.

The nacimiento façade has three doorways representing Faith, Hope and Charity and was completed in 1904.

The 18 towers represent the 12 Apostles, the four Evangelists, the Virgin Mary and Jesus. The final part of structure will be a central 170-meter cross.

Casa Milà

Another popular Gaudi building in the Eixample district of Barcelona is Casa Mila (La Pedrera).

Casa Milà (also known as La Pedrera - Catalan for 'The Quarry') is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Works of Antoni Gaudí' and is now owned by Caixa Catalunya.

It's located at 92 Passeig de Gràcia in the Eixample district of Barcelona and the apartments are furnished in Art Deco style.

Nits de cuina a La Pedrera (Cuisine nights at La Pedrera) - During July 2009 a top Barcelona chef is serving gourmet dinners on the roof terrace of La Pedrera.

Casa Batlló

Casa Batlló (also known as Casa dels Ossos - House of Bones) was built in 1877 and restored by Antoni Gaudí and Josep Maria Jujol in the years 1905 - 1907. This is part of the Illa de la Discòrdia and another of Gaudi's famous Barcelona attractions located in the Eixample district at 43 Passeig de Gràcia.

This beautiful building reflects the true genius of Gaudi and is one of the key modernista works. The building represents the dragon which was killed by Sant Jordi (St George and the Dragon) and the famous rooftop and chimneys are the spine of the dragon and the turret and cross represent the sword of Sant Jordi, patron saint of Catalunya.

Parc Guell

This is a truly amazing and lovely park and one of the most stunning of Antoni Gaudi and you also get to see amazizng views of the city. Definitely one of the must do's in Barcelona.

The location is lovely with woodland walks which in Gaudi's time were intended as the playground of the rich. Today this lovely park is the modernist playground for all of Barcelona to enjoy.

Barcelona Cathedral

Barcelona Cathedral (also known as La Seu) is the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia and dates back to the 14th century.

The cathedral is in Barcelona Gothic Quarter in the Old City (Ciutat Vella).

Magic Fountain

This magical fountain is located at the foot of Montjuic and the best time to visit is late in the afternoon just before dusk. Every half hour the magic fountain music starts to play and the fountain dances as if in time with the music.

Easy to get to as it's just a few minutes walk from Placa Espana in front of the museum.

Barcelona Food & La Boqueria

Barcelona food is delicious and there are many mouth-watering restaurants all over town. Barcelona markets are also well worth a visit and especially La Boqueria market which is one of the best in Europe. It's amongst the top Barcelona attractions! Get there early and soak up the atmosphere and hustle and bustle as the market gets ready for another day.

The amazing array of food is stunning and tastes as good as it looks! You can eat in the market or at one of the many surrounding restaurants which use the fresh produce from the market.

Palau de la Musica Catalana

The beautiful Palau de la Musica Catalana (Palace of Catalan Music) is situated in the old city between the lovely town houses and narrow cobbled streets just off the Via Laeitana in the El Born/La Ribera.

There are guided tours of the building when it's empty or you can attend one of the many concerts.

FC Barcelona

Barcelona Football Club (Fútbol Club Barcelona) is the famous Barcelona Soccer Team known as Barça. It's one of the best football teams in the world and one of the most popular.

The famous Nou Camp Stadium is amongst the top Barcelona Attractions and a must to visit when you're in Barcelona. If you're lucky you may get to see them in action!