Paradiso

Looking for a list of places to EAT and DRINK when you're in Barcelona? Here is my list of 100+ places to get you started!

Barcelona - the capital of Catalonia - is a vibrant and dynamic city, full of exciting things to do. From its stunning architecture to its delicious food and lively culture, there's never a dull moment in this city. Visitors can explore iconic landmarks such as the Sagrada Familia and Palau Nacional, or stroll along the famous La Rambla promenade, taking in the sights and sounds of street performers and vendors. Barcelona is also renowned for its art scene, with world-class museums and galleries showcasing the works of famous artists like Picasso and Miro. Catalans have their own traditional dishes. Chief among them is pork sausage both cooked (butifarra) and cured (fuet), as well as the ubiquitous pa amb tomàquet (pan con tomate in Spanish), grilled bread rubbed with tomato and garlic, drizzled with olive oil, and sprinkled with sea salt. For something more local, try fideuà, essentially the Catalan version of paella, made with short noodles instead of rice. Make sure to sweeten up your trip with: - xuxo: traditional Catalan pastry with sweet cream filling and sugar coating; - mel i mato: dessert made from fresh goat cheese drizzled with honey; - tarta de Santiago: a Galician almond cake made with ground almonds; - panellets: small, round pastries made from ground almonds and flavored with coffee or lemon For drinks, have a vermut (vermouth) instead of sangria; it's served over ice and garnished with a slice of orange and/or olives. Also, you can try Cava, which got its name back in 1970 with the idea of distinguishing it from French champagne, the word meaning ‘Cave’ or ‘cellar’. Cava is rapidly gaining prominence in the world and rivaling champagne, 95% of all Catalan cava is made in Penedès in the vineyards surrounding the village of Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, close to Barcelona. 🏵️ The famous Antoni Gaudí - Spanish architect and designer from Catalonia, known as the greatest exponent of Catalan Modernism - worked almost entirely in or near Barcelona, therefore the city boasts with his works: Casa Batlló, Casa Milá La Pedrera (you can grasp a sight of the interior while having a coffee at Cafe de la Pedrera DON'T MISS: the gift shop is amazing), Casa Vicens, Park Güell, Sagrada Família church, etc. ⚽️ For football enthusiats: you have to take a look around Camp Nou. 💡A trip to Abbey of Montserrat would also make a great idea. ⛱️Perhaps a day trip to Costa Brava (90 min by bus)?! 😎

Oh, hello! I'm Patrick, a Tour Guide and YOUR Guide to Barcelona! This guide is really a 3-in-1! The full area we are covering is called: Sant Pere, Santa Caterina, and La Ribera. Add in the park of La Ciutadella and this guide is PACKED full of things to do. Barcelona's trendiest neighborhood is a charming, quaint enighborhood filled with boutique shopping, tapas bars, and beutiful streets to stoll. But at night it turns into a sprawling and hip scene full of cocktail bars. You won't want to miss out on this part of the city. Here’s what you’ll find in this neighborhood city guide: 🏛️Top Sites 🥘 My picks for Restaurants and Bars 🍷 Top Drink Spots 🍻 Craft Beer Bars 🏨Where to Stay 🗺️Interactive Map to help you get around 📝My Top Tips & Recommendations 🕵🏻‍♂️Neighborhood Secrets **This guide will be continuously updated with more of the best about Barcelona. Onece you purchase it you will automatically get those updates!