CULTURAL SITES
CULTURAL SITES
PALAU DE LA MÚSICA
Built between 1905 and 1908, the Catalan Music Palace is one of the most representative monuments of Catalan modernism.
In addition to its beautiful architecture, the concert hall of the palace has excellent acoustics, which is why many famous artists have performed in its premises. (Check the webpage)
C/ Palau de la Música, 4-6
Monday to Friday : 9AM to 9PM – Saturday : 9:30AM to 9PM – Sunday : 9:30AM to 1PM
CASA BATLLÓ
Casa Batlló is a key feature in the architecture of modernist Barcelona. Antoni Gaudí built this building between 1904 and 1906 having been commissioned by the textile industrialist Josep Batlló. Nowadays, the spectacular facade is an iconic landmark in the city. The “Manzana de la Discordia”, or Block of Discord, is a series of buildings in Passeig de Gràcia. It is home to a collection of works by the most renowned architects, amongst which is Casa Batlló. The house, now a museum, is open to the public, both for cultural visits and for celebrating events in its splendid modernist function rooms. (Via the web)
Monday to Thursday : 9AM to 8.30PM
Friday, Saturday & Sunday : 9AM to 10PM
Passeig de Gràcia, 43
+34 93 216 03 06
CIUTADELLA PARK
The Ciutadella Park is the largest park in Barcelona. It has a monumental waterfall, a pond and a romantic English garden. You will find many green and wooded areas to rest in a very pleasant environment.
Passeig de Picasso, 21
Monday to Sunday : 10AM to 10:30PM
CATEDRAL DE BARCELONA
The cathedral in the Gothic district of Barcelona was named after the patron saint of Barcelona: Saint Eulalia; its official name – Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulalia. The name La Seu Cathedral is often used in reference to the church’s status as the seat of the bishopric. It is the most important church after the Sagrada Familia. (Check the webpage)
Pla de la Seu, s/n +34 933 15 15 54
Monday to Friday : 8AM to 7PM – Saturday & Sunday : 8AM to 8PM
MUSEU NACIONAL D’ART DE CATALUNYA (MNAC)
Considered to have the best collection of Romanesque art in the world, the National Art Museum of Catalonia (MNAC) also has a good collection of Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance (19th century Catalan) art. In addition, it houses the Cambó Besuest and Thyssen-Bomemisza Collection, modern art, photography and coin collection. This impressive artistic collection is kept at the MontjuÏc National Palau, a landmark building from the 1929 International Exhibition. (Check the webpage)
Open Tuesday –Saturday : 10AM to 6PM (8.00 PM in summer)
Sundays and public holidays : 10AM to 3PM
Palau Nacional, Parc de Montjuïc
+34 936 22 03 60
BOQUERIA MARKET
La Boqueria is a famous market located in La Rambla. It is the biggest and most famous market in Spain.
You can find a wide variety of fresh products. Even if you are not looking to buy anything, a visit in its own right is warranted to enjoy the atmosphere and admire the explosion of colors of the fresh fruit in the stalls.
La Rambla, 91 +34 934 13 23 03
Monday to Saturday : 8AM to 8:30PM
MAGIC FOUNTAIN OF MONTJUIC
The magic fountain is a spectacular display of color, light, motion, music and water acrobatics – if you mix all these elements together in just the right combinations, you end up with pure magic! The magic fountain is a “must see” when you come to Barcelona and highly recommended. Located in front of the MNAC museum.
Opening hours: the fountain is free of access and accessible 24/7. Yet, the show built around the fountain does not take place throughtout the whole year.
Please check the webpage to get more information.
Plaça de Carles Buïgas, 1
SAN PAU HOSPITAL
The Hospital de Sant Pau is the most important modernist architectural complex in Europe, a symbol of the singular art nouveau as it is a medical center. It was here that Gaudí took his last breath. The building, which dates from the medieval period, today offers a pleasant setting thanks to its garden with fountains. (Check the webpage)
C/ de Sant Antoni Maria Claret, 167
Monday to Saturday : 10AM to 4:30PM – Sunday : 10AM to 2:30PM
GUELL PARK
Park Guell is one of the most impressive public parks in the world. The park is located in Barcelona and was designed by famous architect Antonio Gaudi. Though never fully completed, it still remains one of Gaudi’s most colorful and playful works.
During MCW : Open Monday to Sunday 9:30AM to 6PM
* Highly recommend that you book your tickets in advance to guarantee entry (Via the web)
Park Guell 08024 Barcelona
+34 902 20 03 02
CAMP NOU FOOTBALL CLUB BARCELONA
The Camp Nou Experience has become an obligatory stop for visitors in this city. The Experience gives the chance to walk through the most emblematic areas of the stadium: the away team changing room and the players’ tunnel, the dugouts, the press room, commentator’s box and of course the Museum. The Museum is the most modern football museum thanks to its interactive wall spaces, large scale audiovisual displays and an extensive display of objects to explain the history of FC Barcelona and understand the values that make Barça “més que un club” – “more than a club”. (Via the web)
Monday to Saturday : 10AM to 6PM
Sunday : 10AM to 3PM
Calle Aristides Maillol, 12 – tel: +34 902 18 99 00
LA SAGRADA FAMILIA
La Sagrada Família, the ultimate symbol of Barcelona and masterwork of the Modernista architectural genius Antoni Gaudí. Dating back to 1882 and still in construction to this day.
* Check web for seasonal opening hours.
Open Monday to Sunday : 9AM to 6, 7 or 8PM
** Highly recommend that you book your tickets in advance to avoid long lines (Via the web)
Carrer de Mallorca, 401 – tel: +34 932 080 414
PICASSO MUSEUM
The place for learn about Pablo Ruiz Picasso’s formative years. The Picasso museum opened in 1963 and has a collection of over 3,800 items. You can enjoy this universally admired painter’s work right in the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic quarter thanks to this magnificent collection.
Open Tuesday to Sunday : 10AM to 7PM
*Highly recommend that you book your tickets in advance to avoid long lines (Via the web)
Carrer Montcada, 15-23 – tel: +34 932 56 30 00
LA PEDERA / MILA HOUSE
Another amazing building by Gaudi, which consists of an exhibition part and roof top with views over Barcelona. Located close to the Casa Batlló. (Via the web)
Open Monday to Sunday : 9AM to 10PM
Passeig de Gràcia, 92
+34 902 20 21 38
TIBIDABO & THE ATTRACTION PARKT
Mount Tibidabo is the highest hill in the Serra de Collserola mountain range. The hill is located on the edge of the city of Barcelona and is popular for its special views of the city and its green environment. In the heart of Tibidabo, the Tibidabo Amusement Park offers a magical experience with iconic and modern attractions, unique shows and gastronomic areas. (Check the webpage)
Pl. del Tibidabo, 3, 4
Saturday & Sunday : 11AM to 6PM (for the park)
CASA VICENS GAUDÍ
Casa Vicens, built in the 1880s by Gaudí, is a mixture of Mujedar and Spanish styles. It is decorated with ceramic tiles and numerous ornaments. It is also the starting point of Gaudí’s career and one of the great masterpieces of modernism. (Check the webpage)
Carrer de les Carolines, 20-26
Tuesday to Sunday : 10AM to 7PM – Monday : 10AM to 3PM
MONTSERRAT
Montserrat is a spectacularly beautiful mountain retreat of Benedictine monks, located about 60 kilometers northwest of Barcelona.
Not only is the monastery of Montserrat of considerable religious significance, but the natural beauty that surrounds it is simply breathtaking. You can enjoy interesting walks in the mountains, where you will have magnificent views of Catalonia.