Barcelona

Practical travel guide to Barcelona featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Barcelona. The Rough Guide to Barcelona also includes details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Barcelona, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip.

The Rough Guide to Barcelona covers: the Ramblas, the Barri Gòtic, El Raval, Sant Pere, La Ribera and Ciutadella, Barceloneta, Port Olímpic, Port Vell, Montjuïc, Dreta de l'Eixample, Esquerra de l'Exiample. Glòries, Gràcia, Parc Güell, Out of the city.

Inside this travel guide you'll find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER

Experiences selection for every kind of trip to Barcelona, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in La Pedrera to family activities in child-friendly places, like Park Güell or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like The Sagrada Família.

PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS

Essential pre-departure information including Barcelona entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.

TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES

Carefully planned routes covering the best of Barcelona give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.

DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE

Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.

INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL

Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for hitting the tapas trail or chilling on one of the city beaches.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS

Rough Guides' rundown of La Ribera, El Raval, Port Vell, Barceloneta's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Barcelona, even in a short time.

HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS

Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Barcelona, matching different needs.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Barcelona, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.

FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning La Seu and the spectacular Casa Batlló.

COLOUR-CODED MAPPING

Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Barri Gòtic, the Eixample and many more locations in Barcelona, reduce need to go online.

USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT

With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.