Barcelona Bustling
Barcelona Bustling
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Barcelona is a fusion of eclectic art, brilliant architecture and international residents. It’s where coastal living meets a cosmopolitan city bustling with football fanatics and foodies alike.
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Camp Nou - Home to FC Barcelona

Spotify Camp Nou
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It’s a good idea to book your guided tour in advance. From the Gothic Quarter it is 15 minute metro train journey and 7 minute walk either side to and from the station. A 2 day train ticket is only €17.50 per person for unlimited travel.
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Sagrada Familia

La Sagrada Familia
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Antoni Gaudi’s masterpiece which is still in the process of being completed after its destruction during the Spanish Civil War. Definitely book in advance as to not miss out!
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Montserrat

Montserrat
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Montserrat translates to serrated mountain. It is a truly picturesque landscape and home of the infamous Black Madonna. You can book day trips via Viator.
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Casa Batlló

Casa Batlló
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Another Gaudi masterpiece built in 1904, Casa Batlló is UNESCO Heritage Listed and one of Barcelona’s must see architectural designs with quirky interior and exteriors.
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Gothic Quarter Walking Tour

Gothic Quarter
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From the Catholic Monarchs, Christopher Columbus and the Spanish Civil War, the Gothic Quarter is a timeline of Spanish and Catalonian History. You can also book a walking tour via Viator.com
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Las Ramblas

Las ramblas
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This is one of the main avenues that is great to walk down and people watch. Don’t eat here (other than at the markets) as it is very touristy and overpriced.
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EAT
La Boqueria
Mercat Sant Josep
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Also known as La Boqueria, these are Barcelona’s main food markets found on one of the main avenues “Las Ramblas”. It is filled with food stalls and restaurants. Closed on Sundays
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Lluritu

Lluritu 2
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Berbena

Berbena
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Shopping
Las Arenas

Plaza de toros de las Arenas
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This is an old bullring that has been turned into a shopping centre
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Maremagnum

Maremagnum
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Near Barcelona’s Marina, this is another famous shipping centre with marina side restaurants
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PICKPOCKETS!
Please beware of pickpockets and your belongings at all times.
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