Location: Barcelona
Top Things to do in Barcelona
Top 10 Monuments & Statues in Barcelona, Catalonia
Barcelona feels a bit surreal – appropriate, since Salvador Dali spent time here and Spanish Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí designed several of the city’s buildings. Stepping into Gaudí’s Church of the Sacred Family is a bit like falling through the looking glass - a journey that you can continue with a visit to Park Güell. Sip sangria at a sidewalk café in Las Ramblas while watching flamboyant street performers, then create your own moveable feast by floating from tapas bar to tapas bar.
Restaurants in Barcelona
1. Desconsol
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4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Dr_Waugh - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Strolling through the park we happened upon this after visiting the Catalonian Parliament building. The sculpture is just lovely. Spend a while taking in the form.
2. Casa Vicens
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4.5 based on 1,893 reviews
Casa Vicens is the first masterpiece of Antoni Gaudi and sowed the seeds of later works. Built between 1883 and 1885 as a summer house for the Vicens family, here he showcased his unparalleled talent. Declared Unesco World Heritage in 2005.
Reviewed By parayreberengere - Perpignan, France
I wanted visit this house for so long that I don't count years anymore. So when I knew it was finally open to public, I didn't hesitate. It's really beautiful. The style of the architecture is very different of the others Gaudi's buildings (less art nouveau and more moorish). The facades are full of details (sculptures, earthenwares, ironworks,...). The interior is just as amazing. I took the first visit of the morning, so there were few people. It was more pleasant because rooms are small. And it's better too if you want take photos without tourists in the middle :) If I should say something negative, I would say the garden is really small, mostly thinking about what it was at the begenning. But despite of this, it is all the same nicely maintained. So if you have the opportunity, come to visit this house. It's worth it !!!
3. Cascada Monumental
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4.5 based on 490 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
The Cascada Monumental is a breathtaking waterfall located inside of the huge Ciutadella Park. The Cascada is located at the northern corner of the park opposite to the lake. It was erected by Josep Fontsére and to a small extent by Antoni Gaudí, who at that time was still an unknown student of architecture. Beautiful tiered fountain rolling at the base of Venus statue. One of the most impressive attractions in Barcelona. Beautiful. Must see.
4. Montserrat
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By FernandoMexico8 - Merida, Mexico
Located about one hour North of Barcelona, Montserrat is a worship monastery for our Lady of Montserrat. Right in the middle of the mountains, with breathtaking views, lies this monastery and church. If you are Catholic, like we are, you will thoroughly enjoy this visit!
5. Arc de Triomf
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4.0 based on 2,999 reviews
Reviewed By 795gl - Bridgeboro, United States
Built for the 1888 Barcelona World Fair, and still standing proudly over the wide central promenade of the Passeig de Lluís Companys, leading to the Ciutadella Park that now occupies the site of the world fair. The craftsmanship of the arch, street lights and the other artwork is magnificent.
6. Mirador de Colom
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4.0 based on 2,280 reviews
Ride to the top, and you'll see! The Columbus Monument which was dedicated in 1888 as part of the ceremonies marking the Universal Exhibition, stands at the end of La Rambla of Barcelona, near the sea. Take the lift inside the column to the viewing gallery at the top, a viewpoint 60 meters above the ground, where you can enjoy great views of Barcelona.
7. Cat, Fernando Botero
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4.0 based on 337 reviews
Reviewed By ShopD2 - New York City, United States
Typical Botero's creation! El Gato Grande! This cat looks so cool, it's dificult not to touch! Very photogenic)))
8. Flirty Giraffe
9. El Toro Pensador
10. Escultura La Gamba
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4.0 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By Bibcay - Gateshead, United Kingdom
I love the piece of art. Amazing engineering. It looks like a lobster and I think it is. While your in that neighbourhood go.
