Downtown Barcelona
Barcelona
Visit Downtown Barcelona
Popular places to visit
La Rambla
Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.
Barcelona Cathedral
This beautiful building in the heart of the Gothic Quarter dates back to the 13th century.
Arc de Triomf
Work out the symbolism behind the various friezes and carvings on this large monumental arch that dwarfs its surroundings.
Boqueria Market
Allow your senses to run wild as you explore the energetic and colorful food stands and tapas bars of Barcelona’s principal food market.
Picasso Museum
Historic buildings have been adapted to house one of the most important collections of works by the influential Spanish painter.
Palau de la Música Catalana
Take a tour of this modernist gem and then buy a ticket for a performance in Barcelona’s main concert hall.
Things to do
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Fast Track: Sagrada Família Guided Tour with Tower Access
Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Hola Barcelona : Barcelona Unlimited Transport Card
Skip-the-Line Sagrada Família & Park Güell Guided Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel
Lamaro Hotel was a perfect stay! Location is pure perfection! The hotel smelled amazing! Always staff members greeting you and very accommodating! The room we had was spacious and very clean!
Reviewed on 27 Feb, 2026
Arc la Rambla
The hotel was clean, they have an elevator and staff was very nice. But the room was lacking, no water i asked at the desk if tap water was good for drinking and told it was very hard, I could purchase a small bottle from a vending machine or walk down the street to a store. No coffee, tea or kettle ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Rialto
Staff, spacious room and central location
Reviewed on 26 Feb, 2026
H10 Madison
Location and quality
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Hotel HCC MontBlanc
No complaints at all, everything was good.
Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2026
Ramblas Barcelona
Fantastic hotel right in the centre and accessible for everything. Clean, comfortable, breakfast plentiful. fantastic balcony. Absolutely no complaints and would be happy to visit again.
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Barcelona
Gothic Quarter
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Gothic Quarter. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Jaume I Station or Liceu Station to see more of the city.
Ciutat Vella
Known for its stunning cathedral, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Ciutat Vella. Top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona are major draws. Catch the metro at Jaume I Station or Barceloneta Station to see more of the city.
El Raval
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.
Sant Pere
Sant Pere is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Palau de la Música Catalana and Arc de Triomf.
El Born
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Paseo del Borne or Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.
Sant Antoni
Travellers choose Sant Antoni for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
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