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Ranked #1 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”What. Beautiful venue!“ 21/05/2013
- ”Awesome!!“ 20/05/2013
Category: Theatres; Architectural Buildings; Concerts
One has to buy tickets ahead of time to see the Palau de la Musica (palau means palace) Catalana. One can only enter with a group that is guided. One is amazed at how beautiful... more »
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Ranked #2 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”No comments!“ 20/05/2013
- ”Great place to visit“ 20/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Churches/ Cathedrals
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This masterpiece of modernist architecture, built by Antoni Gaudi, pushes the gothic style to the extreme, drawing hundreds...
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This masterpiece of modernist architecture, built by Antoni Gaudi, pushes the gothic style to the extreme, drawing hundreds of visitors a day.
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Ranked #3 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Exquisite house where Gaudi's hand is...“ 20/05/2013
- ”The best Gaudi house visit“ 20/05/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings
One of 2 houses by Gaudí in Barcelona that can be toured. truly amazing and worth the visit. go in the mornings, before the site gets crowded with architecture students. your... more »
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Ranked #4 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Amazing“ 20/05/2013
- ”Astounding“ 20/05/2013
Category: Canyons
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Montserrat offers a rich and varied landscape: a unique natural park, one of Spain's foremost museums and the site of the...
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Montserrat offers a rich and varied landscape: a unique natural park, one of Spain's foremost museums and the site of the shrine dedicated to the Virgin of Montserrat, a Black Madonna.
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Ranked #5 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”I just love getting lost here“ 21/05/2013
- ”Bars“ 20/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas
Many of the buildings in this neighborhood date back to Roman and medieval times.
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Ranked #6 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”I wish I bough a flat when the buildin...“ 20/05/2013
- ”Awesome palace is a must see!“ 20/05/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
This town house was the home of industrialist Eusebi Güell and was Antonio Gaudi's first major building in the city.
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Ranked #7 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”A fun-filled afternoon“ 14/05/2013
- ”the best science museum so far“ 11/05/2013
Category: Museums
A science museum, its permanent exhibitions include "Flooded Forest," "Geological Wall," "Room of Matter" and Planetarium.
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Ranked #8 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Always stop there“ 20/05/2013
- ”Beautiful church“ 20/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Churches/ Cathedrals
Built in the fourteenth century, this cathedral is one of the most important religious centers in Barcelona.
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Ranked #9 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”What a unique park“ 21/05/2013
- ”Sunday in the Park“ 20/05/2013
Category: Parks
Parc Guell Address: Carrer d'Olot Count Eusebi Guell was a prominent industrialist in Barcelona who was inspired to build a garden city with 60 houses on a hill called Montaña... more »
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Ranked #10 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Outside more exciting than inside“ 20/05/2013
- ”When did this happen?!...“ 20/05/2013
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Ranked #11 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Temple of the Kings...glory to Club Ba...“ 20/05/2013
- ”A must see“ 19/05/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
One of the biggest stadium in the world. possibly the best football team in the world at the moment. you are in for a treat there... 98,787 seats, a fantastic atmosphere. very... more »
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Ranked #12 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”My new favorite neighborhod“ 21/05/2013
- ”Passeig de Gracia“ 20/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Neighbourhoods
Major thoroughfare in Barcelona that is lined with shops, restaurants, bars and some of Gaudí's architectural masterpieces.
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Ranked #13 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”A visit to this museum gives you more...“ 19/05/2013
- ”Good art gallery, excellent Catalonian...“ 19/05/2013
Category: Art Museums; Museums
Museu Nacional D'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) MNAC, the museum’s abbreviation, is located at the Palau Nacional at the Parc de Montjuic. This is the best museum in Catalunya and it... more »
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Ranked #14 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Beautiful!“ 20/05/2013
- ”Excellent“ 19/05/2013
Category: Fountains; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Performances
Montjuic's Magic Fountain is a spectacular performance of water, music and lights. It's also free! The Magic Fountain was designed by engineer Carles Buigas in anticipation of... more »
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Ranked #15 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”An Impressive Gaudi Building“ 20/05/2013
- ”Gaudi, Gaudi, Gaudi.“ 20/05/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Speciality Museums; Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Hours: November to February: 9 am to 6:30 pm; March to October: 9 am to 8 pm. Closed: Jan. 1 and 6, Dec. 25 and 26. Night Visits with a glass of cava ("Pedera Secreta"): Every... more »
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Ranked #16 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”best thing to do with children“ 11/05/2013
- ”Best value for the money :)“ 07/05/2013
Category: Science Museums; Observatories/ Planetariums
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Ranked #17 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Spectacular View!“ 19/05/2013
- ”Nice relaxing day“ 18/05/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #18 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”beautiful, cloisters like a mini oasis“ 18/05/2013
- ”Very beautiful“ 17/05/2013
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
A beautiful gothic cathedral with stained glass windows dating back 500 years.
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Ranked #19 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”A "plaça" with more history than meets...“ 09/05/2013
- ”Romantic Barcelona“ 23/04/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #20 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Intimate Environment, very average sho...“ 17/05/2013
- ”Flamenco“ 08/05/2013
Category: Theatres; Historic Sites
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The Tablao de Carmen pays tribute to the great flamenco dancer, Carmen Amaya, born in 1913 in the gypsy quarter of...
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The Tablao de Carmen pays tribute to the great flamenco dancer, Carmen Amaya, born in 1913 in the gypsy quarter of Somorrostro which then existed in what is today Barcelona's Olympic Village. Carmen Amaya made her debut in 1929 before King Alfonso XII on the site which is today the Tablao de Carmen at the inauguration of Poble Espanyol de Montjuic.
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Ranked #21 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Worth a visit“ 19/05/2013
- ”Disappointed in my "free" entry to His...“ 19/05/2013
Category: History Museums
The Museu d'Historia de la Ciutat at the Plaza del Rei Address: Plaza del Rei, s/n. The History Museum of the City is located beside the Cathedral and has the most amazing... more »
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Ranked #22 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Fascinating architecture“ 08/05/2013
- ”Old City and Cathedral“ 07/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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This fascinating area is steeped in history, with city hall located in the same spot where kings once reigned. You'll find...
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This fascinating area is steeped in history, with city hall located in the same spot where kings once reigned. You'll find narrow streets and squares here, with Gothic mansions, museums, historic churches, bars and restaurants. The Placa del Rei is reputedly the place where King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella welcomed Columbus after his voyage to America.
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Ranked #23 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Neat and interesting place“ 10/05/2013
- ”A great space for ART!“ 02/05/2013
Category: Art Museums; Architectural Buildings
The gallery offers a wide range of exhibitions of ancient, modern and contemporary art.
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Ranked #24 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Excellent“ 13/05/2013
- ”One of the Best Things To Do in Barcel...“ 05/05/2013
Category: Museums
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The Museum of the History of Catalonia, have the purpose "to conserve, exhibit and raise awareness of the history of...
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The Museum of the History of Catalonia, have the purpose "to conserve, exhibit and raise awareness of the history of Catalonia as our joint heritage and to strengthen citizens' sense of identification with the nation's history". In order to achieve these objectives, the museum "is to encourage and organise activities to raise awareness of the history of Catalonia and to co-operate with others to increase the study and dissemination of this history".
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Ranked #25 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Good for architecture lovers“ 16/05/2013
- ”Entrancing - worth the walk away from...“ 11/03/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #26 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Worth the visit“ 16/05/2013
- ”The best view in town“ 16/05/2013
Category: Mountains; Lookouts; Amusement/ Theme Parks
The most incredible view of Barcelona and getting there is really half the fun. Catch the Tranvia Blau on Balmes St. and Sant Gervais for a quaint trolley car to the base of the... more »
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Ranked #27 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Gorgeous park for a stroll and fountai...“ 18/05/2013
- ”Perfect for a picnic!“ 15/05/2013
Category: Parks
The Ciutadella Park The Ciutadella Park is located near the port, in the Ribera district. It started out as a fortress in 1714 when Philip V became the first Bourbon king and... more »
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Ranked #28 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”An excellent exhibition and arcitectur...“ 20/05/2013
- ”Free enter with Barcelona Card ? Not a...“ 19/05/2013
Category: Art Museums
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The Fundació Joan Miró hosts an extensive collection of his works, from his training and beginnings in Barcelona and Paris,...
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The Fundació Joan Miró hosts an extensive collection of his works, from his training and beginnings in Barcelona and Paris, to the artistic avant-garde of the time -a dynamic artistic process that would lead him to forge his unique, unmistakable style.Miró's works are shown alongside a wide variety of temporary exhibitions by other artists - a fact that is reflected in the Foundation's full name of Centre for the Study of Contemporary Art.
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Ranked #29 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”It is interesting, but do the short to...“ 26/03/2013
- ”A must for music lovers“ 16/03/2013
Category: Operas; Theatres
This luxurious theater stages fine opera and ballet performances.
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Ranked #30 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
- ”Pretty much your typical religious art...“ 19/05/2013
- ”You'll never see anything like this an...“ 12/05/2013
Category: Museums
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