Barcelona has cemented itself as the most popular European 'get-away "destination in recent years.
It is easy to see why when you take into account the universal appeal of the city, which boasts such a rich diversity of attractions.
Whether your interest lies in history, art, architecture, good food, good wine, culture, sightseeing, sunbathing, shopping, nightlife and entertainment, theme parks or sports. Barcelona excels in every field.
Barcelona sizes and transmission system are also in it's favor. It is not widespread as they say in London, and pedestrian friendly streets were built on a simple grid system, which makes for easier orientation.
Metro is also a broad achieve what seems popular sights of the city very accessible.
Arguably one of the most popular sights to see in Barcelona is in fact the street. However, Las Ramblas is no ordinary street. Most central boulevard, cutting through the heart of the city, Las Ramblas is a beehive of activity. The narrow one-way traffic lanes running up and down, otherwise pedestrian friendly boulevard.
Las Ramblas
60 meters high above you on the southern point of Las Ramblas is a monument to Christopher Columbus, pointing the way to a new America. This is a good starting point for a cultural trip to this vibrant, colorful, entertaining and sometimes fascinating 1 km stretch promenade that will stimulate all your senses.
Moving up Las Ramblas from the Columbus monument on the right side, just tucked away down a side street, you will find in the wax museum is located in the neo-classical style building. Further information can be found at
Just around the corner from the wax museum you will find El bosc de les fades café (Café Forest Villas). This is a gem of a place to find, a great place to stop for a cold beer or coffee and take in the delightful interior design. I will not spoil the surprise, but the name of the bar will give you some idea of what to expect.
On the opposite side of Las Ramblas wax museum to Santa Monica Art Center. In fact, on Las Ramblas in front of the building, where the procession begins to street art.
the most talented street performers, human statue artists, portrait painters, caricature artists and more to display their creativity to the right along the promenade.
However, it is worth bearing in mind that the big crowds and places where pickpockets, bag-snatchers and con artists to display some of his best work too!
So beware of your surroundings and take necessary precautions when going outside. It's certainly not my intention to scare you into thinking that Barcelona is a dangerous place, however, there is nothing wrong with being made fully aware of some dangers that you might expect. Please see my safety guide for a more detailed view of these dangers and tips on how to avoid them.
Las Ramblas has a number of cafes and bars, some of which offer seating and dining along the main boulevard. Be aware that these places are geared towards the tourist so do the prices reflect that. Authentic dishes, including tapas served here, but I would say that it is much nicer restaurants can be found from Las Ramblas, which are much better value. Having said that, this is a great place to sit back and relax with a beer or sangria and drink in the sights and sounds of Las Ramblas.
Still heading north to Las Ramblas, more or less halfway up the right side of the Placa Real (Royal Square)-the center of the square, a fountain, a surrounding that you will find cafes, bars, restaurants, clubs and discos . Again this is an area where people like to go out, chat, drink and be entertained by various street performers. Late afternoon and early evening will be the perfect time to sit here if you have children with them to consider. Of course, later in the evening becoming, as well as clubs and discos to get going there will be more evidence of everything that goes hand in hand with drinking alcohol. So it should be borne in mind.
On the opposite side of Las Ramblas on the Plaza Real you'll find the Liceu Opera House and La Boqueria market - considered the most food market in the town of
.erotic museum is another well-known resident of Las Ramblas, which is located on the right past La Boqueria
Finally at the top of Las Ramblas will take you to Placa Catalunya, the central meeting place, the main city square and home in Les Fonts de Canaletes. Popular belief says that taking a drink from these fountains means that one day you'll return to Barcelona.
Placa Catalunya is also a place where you will find El Corte Ingles, impressive trade significant size. In front of the store you can pick AEROBUS (bus to the airport) and El tourist bus that will take you to an open double circuit drive from the city, taking in many other beautiful sights of Barcelona. Also look out for the city's main tourist office here.
Las Ramblas is a "must see" if you plan to visit Barcelona. It is a place that captures the essence of this beautiful city, and will fully capture the imagination.