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Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
The Basilica of the Sagrada Familia is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

1. The Basilica of the Sagrada Familia

9.3
(Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família)
C. de Mallorca, 401 (C. de Sardenya), Barcelona, Catalunya
Church · Barri de la Sagrada Família · 1842 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: One of the most amazing churches in the world, not only because its architecture but also history. An absolute must to go inside and see the play of different lights. Pre-book your ticket online

Park Güell is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

2. Park Güell

8.9
C. Olot, s/n, Barcelona, Catalunya
Park · La Salut · 1322 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Park on top of the hill, with amazing views over the city of Barcelona. One of Gaudi´s masterpieces and famous for its photo point with the colorful benches.

Parc de la Ciutadella is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

3. Parc de la Ciutadella

9.5
Pg. de Pujades (Pg. de Picasso), Barcelona, Catalunya
Park · 489 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Fantastic park where you´ll find a small lake, a beautiful monument and the Zoo. You´ll see many locals, expats & tourists sitting around in the grass, playing music and having fun.

Blai 9 is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

4. Blai 9

7.9
C. Blai, 9 (C. Salvá), Barcelona, Catalunya
Tapas Restaurant · El Poble Sec · 75 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: The "Blai-Street" has different restaurants numbered as Blai 1, 2, 3 etc. Try number 9, they have really creative dishes to a very fair price. Expect to stand in line if you arrive after 20:00

Jai-Ca is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

5. Jai-Ca

8.4
C. Ginebra, 9-13, Barcelona, Catalunya
Tapas Restaurant · La Barceloneta · 241 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: If you want to meet locals, and dine like locals in Barceloneta check this Tapas place out. Very authentic cuisine.

Paradiso is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

6. Paradiso

9.1
C. Rera Palau, 4, Barcelona, Catalunya
Cocktail Bar · Sant Pere-Santa Caterina i la Ribera · 131 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: One of the most amazing cocktail bars in the city. Very creative cocktails and the location: Inside of a "Fridge-like door" in a Pastrami Bar. Arrive before 22:00 to avoid long lines.

Viana is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

7. Viana

8.7
Carrer Vidre, 7, Barcelona, Catalunya
Mediterranean Restaurant · El Barri Gòtic · 31 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Very cozy place; approx. 20 seats, but rated one of the best restaurants in Barcelona. Serves great quality food with very friendly, hospitable staff and unexpected low prices.

El Nacional is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

8. El Nacional

9.0
Pg. de Gràcia, 24 bis (C. de la Diputació), Barcelona, Catalunya
Spanish Restaurant · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 605 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: A must go restaurant in Barcelona, 5 different restaurants within a restaurant, the location itself is already worth visiting, doesn´t matter which one you try, the food is amazing.

Disfrutar is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

9. Disfrutar

8.8
Villaroel 163, Barcelona, Catalunya
Molecular Gastronomy Restaurant · L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample · 71 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: If you were not fortunate enough to dine in elBulli (best restaurant in the world for 5 years), this is the place where elBulli lives on. Amazing Michelin star cuisine offering molecular gastronomy

Tickets is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

10. Tickets

Av. Paral·lel, 164 (C. Tamarit), Barcelona, Catalunya
Tapas Restaurant · Sant Antoni · 183 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Michelin starred tapas restaurant, definitely worth a visit. One of the famous Adria brothers´ restaurant in Barcelona.

Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

11. Magic Fountain of Montjuïc

9.1
(Font Màgica de Montjuïc)
Plaça Carles Buïgas, 1, Barcelona, Catalunya
Fountain · Sants-Montjuïc · 402 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: The magic fountain is just a must see when in Barcelona, and can´t be visited enough times. It only is on during the weekend for a certain schedule, therefore it´s important to check out the schedule

Casa Batlló is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

12. Casa Batlló

9.4
Pg. de Gràcia, 43 (C. d'Aragó), Barcelona, Catalunya
Museum · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 764 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Gaudi´s dragon house. What would a Barcelona visit be, without passing by the Gaudi houses in Passeig de Gracia. Stroll along this magnificent street and marvel at these amazing buildings.

La Pedrera (Casa Milà) is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

13. La Pedrera (Casa Milà)

9.3
Pg. Gràcia, 92 (C. Provença), Barcelona, Catalunya
Monument · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 439 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: For any architectural fans, this building is a must visit. With its fascinating looks, but also the thought behind the construction to use the sea-air to ventilate the entire building from 1906 onward

Casa Amatller is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

14. Casa Amatller

9.0
Passeig de Gràcia, 41, Barcelona, Catalunya
Monument · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 23 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Just next to Casa Batlló, you´ll find Casa Amatller, it was originally built for the chocolatier Antoni Amatller. One of the architectural highlights of the city.

Mercat de Sant Josep - La Boqueria is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

15. Mercat de Sant Josep - La Boqueria

9.2
La Rambla, 91, Barcelona, Catalunya
Market · El Raval · 1089 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: La Boqueria is one of the most famous markets in the world. Being mentioned the first time 800 years ago, this is a must visit for market lovers.

El Quim de la Boqueria is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

16. El Quim de la Boqueria

8.9
La Rambla, 91 (Mercat La Boqueria), Barcelona, Catalunya
Tapas Restaurant · El Raval · 166 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: When in La Boqueria, check out El Quim for some tapas and a glass of cava. You´ll get a very classic local experience

La Bombeta is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

17. La Bombeta

8.0
Maquinista, 3, Barcelona, Catalunya
Tapas Restaurant · La Barceloneta · 193 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: La Bombeta is a small tapas place in Barceloneta, full of local people, the atmosphere is catching and the food as well as service are amazing. Expect longer lines during high season after 21:00

Purobeach Barcelona is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

18. Purobeach Barcelona

7.4
Pg. Taulat, 262-264, Barcelona, Catalunya
Restaurant · Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou · 15 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: The best Urban Oasis in the city of Barcelona, if you are here during summer time you have to check out Purobeach. Listen to the great music, try a Special Puro Cocktail and enjoy the M3 Cuisine.

Rambla del Poblenou is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

19. Rambla del Poblenou

8.8
Rambla del Poblenou, Barcelona, Catalunya
Road · El Poblenou · 59 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: If you are looking for a semi pedestrian area with great terraces, la rambla del poblenou offers great restaurants, bars and an amazing atmosphere.

La Rambla is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

20. La Rambla

8.6
La Rambla (Rambla de Santa Mònica), Barcelona, Catalunya
Pedestrian Plaza · 461 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: One of the most famous streets in Barcelona connecting the port with placa catalunya is a must stroll when in the city. You´ll find places as La Boqueria, the opera and many many shops & restaurants.

Triumphal Arch is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

21. Triumphal Arch

9.4
(Arc de Triomf)
Pg. Lluís Companys (Pg. Sant Joan), Barcelona, Catalunya
Monument · Sant Pere-Santa Caterina i la Ribera · 271 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: The Arc de Triomf is a great landmark, it offers a nice walk to the parc de la ciutadella and is a great photo point anytime of the year.

Carmel Bunkers is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

22. Carmel Bunkers

9.5
(Búnkers del Carmel)
C. Marià Lavèrnia, Barcelona, Catalunya
Historic and Protected Site · El Carmel · 156 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: View Lovers, the bunkers of Carmel is a viewpoint from which you can see the whole city of Barcelona (360º city view). Amazing sunset!

Plaça de Sant Felip Neri is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

23. Plaça de Sant Felip Neri

9.0
Plaça de Sant Felip Neri, Barcelona, Catalunya
Plaza · El Barri Gòtic · 70 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Cosy square in the Gothic Quarter. Evidence of the bombings during the war can be seen in the walls of the church. In the center of the square is an octagonal fountain, dedicated as a symbol of life.

Plaça de la Universitat is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

24. Plaça de la Universitat

8.5
Plaça de la Universitat, Barcelona, Catalunya
Plaza · Sant Antoni · 66 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Quiet place in the middle of town to relax a while. You can also visit the university building.

Rambla de Catalunya is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

25. Rambla de Catalunya

Rambla de Catalunya, Barcelona, Catalunya
Road · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 55 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: You have shops, you have restaurants and you have lots of tourists, but you also have great buildings. So look up and not down!!

Palau de la Música Catalana is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

26. Palau de la Música Catalana

9.4
C. Palau de la Música, 4-6 (Sant Pere més Alt), Barcelona, Catalunya
Concert Hall · Sant Pere-Santa Caterina i la Ribera · 341 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Must! Must! Must! Great example of “modernisme catala” by the architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner. Go to any of the concerts just to appreciate the interior and the sound!

Fundació Joan Miró is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

27. Fundació Joan Miró

8.8
Av. Miramar, 1, Barcelona, Catalunya
Art Museum · Sants-Montjuïc · 169 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Great museum. Lots of interesting pieces of art. One of the best in town.

CosmoCaixa is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

28. CosmoCaixa

9.1
C. d'Isaac Newton, 26, Barcelona, Catalunya
Science Museum · Sant Gervasi-La Bonanova · 263 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Interesting museum. Ideal for children - and adults!!! - because they can try a lot of experiments, activities, planetarium movies, small forest with animals and plants.

Casa Terrades (Casa de les Punxes) is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

29. Casa Terrades (Casa de les Punxes)

7.9
Av. Diagonal, 416-420, Barcelona, Catalunya
Monument · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 12 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Great “modernisme catala” building by architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch. Opened recently and not yet very known by tourists. Nice place to visit and not so crowded.

Basílica de Santa María del Mar is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

30. Basílica de Santa María del Mar

Pl. de Santa Maria del Mar, Barcelona, Catalunya
Church · Sant Pere-Santa Caterina i la Ribera · 172 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Built by sailors, who transported tons of stone from the quarries to Montjuïc by foot The simplicity of design and almost total lack of adornment give the church an atmosphere of unsurpassed serenity.

Brunch & Cake by the Sea is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

31. Brunch & Cake by the Sea

7.7
Passeig Joan de Borbo 5, Barcelona, Catalunya
Breakfast Spot · La Barceloneta · 75 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Brunch lovers are queuing here almost every day, definitely worth the wait.

Makamaka Beach Burger Café is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

32. Makamaka Beach Burger Café

8.8
Passeig de Joan de Borbó 76 (Carrer del Judici), Barcelona, Catalunya
Burger Joint · La Barceloneta · 405 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Very delicious burgers close to the sea. This place offers not only great food but also a great atmosphere with its always very busy terrace.

L'illa Diagonal is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

33. L'illa Diagonal

8.4
Av. Diagonal, 557, Barcelona, Catalunya
Shopping Mall · Les Corts · 173 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Shopping friends have to go to Lïlla Diagonal, you´ll find 170 shops, bars, restaurants, very close to the Camp Nou football stadium.

Camp Nou is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

34. Camp Nou

9.2
C. Arístides Maillol, 12 (Av. Joan XIII), Barcelona, Catalunya
Soccer Stadium · Les Corts · 1299 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Home to the FC Barcelona, one of the best football clubs in the world, it is worth spending some time and visiting the Stadium Tour. You can walk through on your own pace with audio guide

CDLC is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

35. CDLC

8.3
Pg. Marítim de la Barceloneta, 32, Barcelona, Catalunya
Night Club · La Barceloneta · 167 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Night lovers, check out CDLC (during the day also restaurant with great food) changes into a very classic nightclub with great music. Situated directly on the beach.

Michael Collins is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

36. Michael Collins

8.5
Plaça de la Sagrada Família, 4, Barcelona, Catalunya
Irish Pub · Barri de la Sagrada Família · 177 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Michael Collins is one of the best Irish pubs in town, either for football or rugby games, for it´s Irish evenings every week with people gathering to make music or its countless live bands.

Cascada Monumental is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

37. Cascada Monumental

9.3
Parc de la Ciutadella, Barcelona, Catalunya
Fountain · Sant Pere-Santa Caterina i la Ribera · 17 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: When you stroll through park de la ciutadella you have to see the Cascada Monumental, amazing photo point. Note the sculptures on the lower level all have wings of different animals.

Barceloneta Beach is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

38. Barceloneta Beach

9.1
(Platja de la Barceloneta)
Pg. Maritim de la Barceloneta, Barcelona, Catalunya
Beach · La Barceloneta · 527 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: A day on the beach, where better than in Barceloneta, Barcelona´s most famous beach

Gran Teatre del Liceu is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

39. Gran Teatre del Liceu

9.0
La Rambla, 51-59, Barcelona, Catalunya
Opera House · El Raval · 116 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: The Liceu Opera Barcelona is a magnificent opera, you can´t miss if you are a friend of Operas.

Boca Chica is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

40. Boca Chica

8.8
Passatge de la Concepció, 14 (Rambla de Catalunya), Barcelona, Catalunya
Cocktail Bar · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 187 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Great cocktail bar, definitely have a look in the basement toilets, there is a bartender selling drinks at the entrance, and a DJ playing music inside - yes you read right

130 Restaurant is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

41. 130 Restaurant

130 Carrer de Laforja, Barcelona, Catalunya
Mediterranean Restaurant · Sant Gervasi-Galvany · 2 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Fantastic dishes, cooked to perfection and delivered with an even greater service. Amazing restaurant. My personal recommendation: try the Wagyu, you won´t find it any better in the city.

Espai Kru by Rías de Galicia is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

42. Espai Kru by Rías de Galicia

7.9
C. de Lleida, 7, Barcelona, Catalunya
Seafood Restaurant · El Poble Sec · 55 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: One of the very best seafood restaurants in Barcelona, the quality is amazing and service is top

Tapas 24 is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

43. Tapas 24

8.1
C. Diputació, 269, Barcelona, Catalunya
Tapas Restaurant · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 390 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Worth the wait, Tapas24 is an amazing tapas place which offers not only great quality food, but also keeps to its roots with traditional dishes.

Bardeni is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

44. Bardeni

8.6
C. Valencia, 454, Barcelona, Catalunya
Steakhouse · Barri de la Sagrada Família · 33 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Meat lovers, this is the place you have to go. You won´t find a better steak in Barcelona

La Flauta is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

45. La Flauta

9.1
C. Aribau, 23 (C. del Consell de Cent), Barcelona, Catalunya
Tapas Restaurant · L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample · 460 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Be there before 20.00, this tapas place is one of the most crowded ones in the city. But certainly worth the wait, great quality local food.

Cerveseria Catalana is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

46. Cerveseria Catalana

9.1
C. Mallorca, 236 (Rambla de Catalunya), Barcelona, Catalunya
Tapas Restaurant · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 1378 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Unfortunately this place does not take reservations, but if you can wait a bit you will be awarded with the great quality food. Secret tip, try the honey cod, amazing dish

La Fonda del Port Olímpic is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

47. La Fonda del Port Olímpic

7.4
Moll de Gregal, 7, Barcelona, Catalunya
Paella Restaurant · La Vila Olimpica del Poblenou · 242 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Great place to have a great paella. located in the port olimpic surrounded by many restaurants and boats, not only great location but also great seafood paella.

Els Pescadors is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

48. Els Pescadors

7.5
Plaça Prim 1, Barcelona, Catalunya
Seafood Restaurant · El Poblenou · 74 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: One of the very top seafood restaurants in the city. Check with the sommelier, as he will have an amazing wine to pair with any of your food orders.

Pastisseria Hofmann is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

49. Pastisseria Hofmann

9.2
C. dels Flassaders, 44 (Pg. del Born), Barcelona, Catalunya
Dessert Shop · Sant Pere-Santa Caterina i la Ribera · 176 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Dessert lovers, here we go, Hofmann Pastisseria is the small shop of the Michelin starred restaurant Hofmann. Beautiful Artisan Patisserie.

Restaurante Salamanca is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

50. Restaurante Salamanca

7.7
Carrer de L'Almirall Cervera, 34, Barcelona, Catalunya
Seafood Restaurant · La Barceloneta · 253 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: When in Barceloneta check out Restaurante Salamanca and try its famous paella. You won´t be disappointed.

Baluard Barceloneta is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

51. Baluard Barceloneta

9.4
C. del Baluard, 38-40 (C. d'Escuder), Barcelona, Catalunya
Bakery · La Barceloneta · 129 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Very small local bakery with great products. Saturday morning you can expect a long line to get fresh bread.

Plaça Reial is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

52. Plaça Reial

9.3
Plaça Reial, Barcelona, Catalunya
Plaza · El Barri Gòtic · 342 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Very cosy square with lots of different restaurants and bars. Stop by there before you visit restaurant Viana.

The George Payne is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

53. The George Payne

7.8
Pl. Urquinaona, 5, Barcelona, Catalunya
Irish Pub · La Dreta de l'Eixample · 178 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: One of the very classic Irish Pubs in Barcelona. Very popular for watching football matches.

Gloriès Tower is one of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

54. Gloriès Tower

(Torre Glòries)
Av. Diagonal, 211, Barcelona, Catalunya
Structure · El Parc i la Llacuna del Poblenou · 81 tips and reviews

Andre R.Andre Rauch: Landmark building that you will already see when flying into the city