Excursions in Barcelona

Barcelona is the heart of Catalonia and the second largest city in Spain, attracting tourists from all over the world. This is all thanks to its unique character, wonderful nature, interesting places, relaxing atmosphere and numerous tours under the guidance of experienced guides.
The port city successfully combines the old and modern sides. Barcelona is hospitable at any time of the year, attracts vacationers with its mild climate, the masterpieces of the famous Gaudi, the sea coast, beaches with clear water, excellent dishes and all kinds of entertainment.

The Old Сity deserves special attention due to its winding shady streets, crowded squares, medieval cathedrals, royal palaces, elegant bridges and life-giving fountains.

The Gothic Quarter, Barceloneta and Rambla are the most visited historical part of the center of Barcelona. Each of these "Islands" of the city is attractive in its own way.

The Gothic Quarter is a legacy of the Middle Ages

The architecture of the Gothic Quarter was formed mainly during the Middle Ages. Tourists visiting this part of Barcelona for the first time, to their surprise, find a harmonious neighborhood of several architectural directions here. In addition to Gothic buildings, in this quarter you can also find great works of architects of Baroque and Romanesque styles.

Walking slowly from one square to another, you can find such iconic sights of the city as:

• Barcelona Cathedral, La Seu;
• churches (Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy, Basilica of Saints Justus and Pastor, Church of Santa Maria del Pi, Church of San Jaume);
• City Hall;
• Royal Palace;
• Frederic Mares Museum;
• Government Palace of Catalonia etc.

This is not a complete list of places that every guest of the Gothic Quarter should visit. Local and international tour operators offer tourists a huge choice of expensive and budget tours, each of which is valuable in its own way and has its own zest.

Barceloneta is a coastal area of Barcelona

Barceloneta is spread out along the coast. This is a unique corner of the Old City, which is radically different from the Gothic Quarter. Fans of various leisure activities will not get bored here.

Citizens and tourists come here to relax on local beaches, restaurants, cafes and night bars. Every self-respecting establishment in Barceloneta offers its guests a large selection of vegetable and fish dishes.

Despite the Gothic Quarter, there is a subway line, which is very convenient for tourists when building a route. The main attractions of Barceloneta include:

• Church of St. Michael;
• Plaza de La Barceloneta;
• Casa del Porro;
• Casa Juan Ors.

Rambla is the heart of Barcelona

Guides and residents of Barcelona recommend guests of Rambla to visit:

• the famous Canaletes fountain;
• Church of Our Lady of Bethlehem;
• Boqueria Market
• Gran Teatre del Liceu;
• the Royal Square;
• the monument to Christopher Columbus on the Portal de la Pau Square;
• the Royal dockyards, the Maritime Museum.

You should be ready that walking between cultural heritage sites takes a lot of time. It is best to walk around the city as part of a group tour with an English-speaking guide; this will allow not only relaxedly enjoying amazing panoramas of the city, but also learn a lot. Many tourists choose sightseeing tours, as they allow you to get acquainted with the capital of Catalonia in a shorter time.