Top 10 Things to do in Sant Pere, Catalonia

January 12, 2022 Terina Blouin

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.
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Trafalgar 56-B, 08010 Barcelona Spain +34 662 18 90 05 [email protected] http://www.begemotartandfashion.com/
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Begemot Art & Fashion Gallery

2. Desconsol

Sant Pere - Santa Caterina i la Ribera, 08003 Barcelona Spain
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Desconsol

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.

3. Palace of Catalan Music

Carrer Palau de la Musica, 4-6, 08003 Barcelona Spain +34 932 95 72 00 [email protected] http://www.palaumusica.cat
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Palace of Catalan Music

The Palau, an icon of modernist architecture in downtown Barcelona The Palau de la Música Catalana is one of the most representative monuments of the city and It is one of the most recommended tourist attractions of Barcelona. Built between 1905 and 1908 by the great architect Lluis Domènech i Montaner, the Palau de la Música Catalana is an architectural jewel of Catalonia and essential part of any visit to the city, as any of the most fascinating Gaudi buildings. This historical building, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, offers an experience so magical that visitors fall in love with it. From the hand of experienced guides, the wonders of this architectural pearl discovered and visitors into a fantasy world full of details and references to the characteristic nature of modernist architecture. An essential visit in the list of top 10 things to see in Barcelona.

Reviewed By camm3653 - Toronto, Canada

My husband and I are so glad that we took the official guided tour of this hidden gem designed by Lluis Domenech i Montaner. Tucked away amongst the narrow streets of La Ribera, it was quite a treat to come across the Palau de la Musica Catalana for the first time and see its facade of beautifully detailed sculptures and intricate mosaics. Once we went inside and saw the interior, especially the concert hall itself, we were even more impressed. Our guide did a masterful job of providing the history and explaining the details of the building including, the ironwork, mosaics, stunning stained glass windows and skylight, and the ornate sculptures. As part of the tour, we had the opportunity to sit back and listen to the organist play. Not only was the concert hall gorgeous, the acoustics were amazing too. Our only regret was not being able to see a performance at the concert hall during our stay in Barcelona. We highly recommend booking this one hour guided tour. It must be booked on the official website in advance as spots are limited and it often sells out. If you book 21 days in advance, there is a small saving of 4 euros per ticket off of the standard rate of 20 euros.

4. Barri de La Ribera

calle de Montcada, 08003 Barcelona Spain http://ajuntament.barcelona.cat/ciutatvella/ca
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Barri de La Ribera

5. Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

Placa Santa Maria 1, 08003 Barcelona Spain +34 931 98 40 67 [email protected] http://www.santamariadelmarbarcelona.org
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Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

The Gothic Church, built in the 14th century, is located in the quarter of La Ribera.

Reviewed By 523travelbug - Melbourne, Australia

Grand old church with opera buskers very fitting indeed, The church has a wonderful history and very beautiful piece of architecture dating back to 1700;s

6. Parc de la Ciutadella

Passeig de Picasso, 21, 08003 Barcelona Spain +34 638 23 71 15 http://www.barcelonaturisme.com/wv3/en/page/380/parc-de-la-ciutadella.html
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Parc de la Ciutadella

The 44 acres (18 hectares) are home to Castell dels Tres Dragons, the Umbracle (plant house) and Hivernacle (glass house).

Reviewed By Chow_TW - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

One of the larger parks in central Barcelona, Parc de la Ciutadella has alot to offer, being near the Zoo (which requires a ticket purchase), as well as some other historic landmarks like the Castle of the Three Dragons. However, even if you arent the photo-taking type, this park has alot of sitting areas (benches or grass patches) where you can escape the crowds in other parts of Barcelona. There are also many locals who use the space for exercise or practising their hobbies so you almost feel like you are immersing with everyday life here. Spent a good few hours here just wandering around and lazing with friends in a very people-friendly green space!

7. El Born

La Ribera, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona Spain +34 932 56 68 51 [email protected] http://www.el-born.com/
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El Born

Off-beat and fashionable neighborhood that features historic attractions, art galleries, funky shops, bars and tapas.

Reviewed By janetcrosa2019 - Manaus, Brazil

Great neighborhood very safe,beautiful architecture small streets good food ,you can enjoy every corner bye feet ,it’s very nice to get lost a bit you can surpass yourself at each corner .

8. Mercat Santa Caterina

Avinguda de Francesc Cambo 16, 08003 Barcelona Spain +34 933 19 57 40 [email protected] https://www.mercatsantacaterina.com/
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Mercat Santa Caterina

Reviewed By gloriappangman

Love this Mercat, not as large as La Boqueria on la rambles but has everything you need. Colorful vegetables, great cheeses and olives and you can find a wonderful selection of jamon. Also, great neighborhood and the restaurants outside use food from the mercat.

9. MEAM Museu Europeu d'Art Modern

Barra de Ferro, 5, 08003 Barcelona Spain +34 933 19 56 93 [email protected] http://www.meam.es
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MEAM Museu Europeu d'Art Modern

The European Museum of Modern Art , MEAM, exhibits the finest Contemporary Figurative Art. It is owned by TheFoundation of Arts and Artists, and the purpose is to promote and diffuse Figurative Art of the 20th and 21st Centuries. The Foundation’s claim is to find a new contemporary language without denying tradition by progressing into the new Century. Moreover, the Foundation of Arts and Artists, organizes each year the Figurativas Painting and Sculpture Awards, and with the wesbiteFigurativas en Red opens a window with the artworks of the Contemporary Figurative artists. The MEAM is currentlly located at the Gomis Palace, in the middle of the streets of the Born in Barcelona, a neighborhood where culture is always present and reflects the charm of the old part of the city, an area that knew how to mix tradition and modernity, becoming a requiered visit for the tourits interested in the Monumental Barcelona. The MEAM is different from other Contemporary Art museums because it houses living artists who created Figurative Art. These artworks are hardly seen in other museums, collections or entities, to whom the word Contemporary is identified by experiment and abstraction.

Reviewed By 286ronh - London, United Kingdom

Attended a blues music concert in Barcelona - absolutely brilliant night of music in a lovely location. The museum entrance is set in a beautiful old street in the old town. Also surrounded by many bars and restaurants. The concert lasted around 90mins with a short interval. Excellent soul and blues classics sung by a superb singer and band. Highly recommended. We did this as an alternative to the guitar concerts we usually attend at this time of year and didn’t regret it. A must see for any visit let to Barca. The ticket price also includes a visit to the museum. Excellent value all round. After we visited a local tapas restaurant in Born - review to follow!!!

10. Monasterio de Sant Pere de les Puel.les

Carrer de Lluis el Piados, 1, 08003 Barcelona Spain +34 932 68 07 42 http://www.benedictinessantperepuelles.cat/inicio.html
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Monasterio de Sant Pere de les Puel.les

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