The Eixample neighborhood is recognized as one of the most pleasant barrios in Barcelona, full of beautiful Modernistic architecture and upscale shops and restaurants. Historically, the Eixample, which means ‘extension’ in the native Catalan language, was created by designer Ildefons Cerda, who planned for it to be an area outside of the city for inhabitants who may had not been able afford to live in the center of Barcelona. His plans for the area were quite ingenuous, as he strived to make the neighborhood a structurally comfortable place by focusing on logistics such as sunlight and ventilation and on increasing the ease of using horse-drawn carriages on the avenues.However, several of these plans were not followed through by the architects and the neighborhood did not evolve into what Cerda had imagined. Instead of an area for all classes, the Eixample barrio is a wealthy and posh neighborhood, offering some of the most artistic gems Barcelona has to offer.

On Passeig de Grácia, two of Antoni Gaudi’s masterpieces can be found amongst other buildings by lesser known Modernistas. Casa Batlló and Casa Mila, also known as La Pedrera, are located only a couple of blocks from each other and are definitely worth a visit, if not a detailed tour. La Sagrada Familia, the unfinished church designed by Gaudi and since taken on my several other architects and a symbol of Barcelona, can also be found in the Eixample district.

There are a number of upscale dining choices in Eixample as well which offer both Catalan and Spanish dishes.  Dozens of cafes lines the streets of the district if you are looking for a coffee or quick snack.  It is also a retail haven for international designers such as Burberry, Chanel, and Armani and Spanish retailers such as Zara and Desigual.

The Eixample district should definitely be a spot for you to visit if you like a high class atmosphere.  Book a Sagrada Familia Apartment or check out other apartments in the area!

Experience the hottest night life Barcelona has to offer as a VIP! This exclusive tour will take you by coach from the most luxurious restaurants to the trendiest clubs in the city. It is offered on every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and begins at 9pm. If you are interested, inquire with Come2BCN and we will set up the reservations; all you have to worry about is showing up and having a great time!

The tour itinerary is as follows:  

Meet at the Gran Foc restaurant/bar for the first of several complimentary drinks and socialize with the group until 10:30pm.  After this, you will take a private coach, which is a party in itself, and head over to the gorgeous Mirablau hotel. This spot is located near  Tibidabo and is recognized for its breath-taking views of the city as well as its posh interior and fabulous atmosphere. Many tourists and locals alike say that this restaurant/hotel is a can’t-miss for those who visit Barcelona and want to take advantage of the nightlife.

After enjoying a complimentary glass of cava, the night continues with free entry to Bucaro. This disco-club is a local classic where you can relax in the jazz lounge or spend your time on the dance floor. Here you will also be treated to a free shot.

The next stop will be the main event of the night! Opium Mar is one of the most exquisite and fashionable clubs in the city and with the tour you will gain free VIP entry. This club offers the hottest music and atmosphere available and you will be amazed by the décor as you enjoy the remainder of the night dancing and partying here. 

Barcelona VIP Night is a fabulous opportunity to experience the most impressive clubs that you must not miss during a visit to Barcelona. The tour alleviates all the stress of planning and getting around and instead allows you to enjoy the entire experience of bar-hopping in a city famous for its nightlife. As a VIP, it is certain that you will receive excellent service and never have to wait in line for entrance.

Contact ComeToBarcelona by email, phone, or by visiting one of the offices to make a reservations and enjoy your VIP Party Night!

Check out this video documenting the Barcelona VIP Night experience!  (Please note the video is in French.)

The Plaza Catalunya, in Catalan Plaça de Catalunya, is the most centered and large plazas in Barcelona. With the remodelization of the Plaza de las Glorias Catalanas and the Plaza Europe, the Plaza Cataluyna will be one of the biggest in Spain.

The plaza has an approximate surface area of five hectoacres and it constitutes the point of union between the old nucleus of the city and the new expansions. This is where important avenues of the city such as the Rambla, the Passeig de Gracia, Rambla de Catalunya, the rounds of University and Sant Pere, street Pelai and Portal del Angel, the great commercial artery of the city and former gate of the walls meet.

The plaza is also very interesting for the numerous sculptures of important artists exposed along its perimeter. Among these emphasized are the Goddess of Josep Clarà and the Shepherd of Pablo Gargallo. There are also pieces from Josep Llimona, Enrique Casanovas, and the monument of Francesc Macía of Josep Maria Subirachs. These are all pieces of work that are more recent.

Whats more is that you can find numerous stores and services all around the exterior of the Plaza, making it an important commercial district. In the center of the Plaza, many times the city will hold concerts, popular celebrations, events or temporary exhibitions. For example, Saint George day, the Catalan day of books and flowers.

For all of these reasons, Plaza Catalunya is considered the heart of the city and deserves a visit from all people visiting Barcelona.

If you would like to stay in this central point of the city, check out the availability of Barcelona apartments through ComeToBarcelona.

Due to its touristic importance, businesses, stores, and its great presentation of modernista architecture, El Paseo de Gracia, in catalán Passeig de Gracia, is the principal avenue of Barcelona and one of the most famous streets in the world. Behind the most emphasized works found along Passeig de Gracia are the artists Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Doménech i Montaner, both recognized with the World Heritage Site.

Its most spectacular buildings also include the Casa Milá, the Casa Batlló, Casa Lleó Morera, and the Casa Amatller. In 1906 the architect Pere Falqués i Urpi, designed the famous bancs-fanals de trencadiís, distributed along the avenue.

Paseo de Gracia is situated in the central part of the city, The Eixample, and connects southern part of Barcelona from Plaza Catalunya with the northern part in the street Gran de Gracia.

The avenue could be compared with the popularity of the Avenida de los Champs Elisée, and is considered the second most luxurious and expensive street in all of Spain in respect to apartments and Building rentals.  It is most similar in comparison to the street Preciados in Madrid that currently occupies the first position in the ranking mentioned above.

The most prestigious brands can be found in Paseo de Gracia, making it the most luxurious street in Barcelona.  As a result, the landscape along the avenue is very impressive, and the most affluent of residents and visitors can always be found in transit in the area.  Some of the most notable brands located on the avenue include Dolce & Gabana, Gucci, Valentino, Channel, etc.  Although it goes without saying that many other brands offer their products along side of these notable companies including Zara, Bershka or H&M.

If you come to Barcelona and wish to stay in a Barcelona apartment near or in this area, check out the availability at ComeToBarcelona and enjoy one of the most beautiful areas of the city.

This bar, situated in the street Sitges number 5, is very closed to the Ramblas and is one of the oldest bars in Barcelona. For this reason, clients continue to come here because of its fame. The environment is more English and tends to have a younger crowd. For this reason, many students of Barcelona and tourists come to this bar.

The bar is perfect for groups of people of large size and is well decorated with different styles of light. But without a doubt, one of the most striking features is the skill of the waiters moving trays full of mugs of beer, sangria and calimocho.

Another feature is the side of the popcorn that they serve with drinks. This is very original for a bar in Barcelona..

For those who do not know where it is, it can be difficult to find. Once on the Ramblas, take the first street on the right,Tallers street, and then go straight down the first street on the left. View our apartments Barcelona near this area to enjoy the nightlife.

This bar also has a sister bar that is located at Zamora Street number 78. Here, the Erasmus students drink beer and play pool.

This pub is totally different than the first. It is an industrial warehouse converted into tavern, which makes it much larger. Young people tend to have a drink in this bar and then continue the night in one of the clubs in the area.

For this reason, Ovella Negra is a place of great tradition in the city and a must for those who want to enjoy Barcelona's nightlife.

Barcelona's various beaches are beautifully maintained and offer clean water, white sand and are completely equipped with all services. The city unites all the conditions of a perfect place to visit during the day or night: culture, leisure, sun, fun…

Barceloneta beach is one of the largest beaches in Barcelona. It is 1,100 meters long and is the preferred beach by tourists. As for services, it offers three beach volleyball courts, a leisure area with a ping-pong table, a gym area, and the Beach Center.

Icária beach is smaller and more peaceful. It has more than 400 meters of sand and we are constantly finding younger beaches. Icária is equipped with a great area for sports (ping-pong, volleyball…).

Mar Bella Beach is one that was prepared and modernized for the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games. It measures up to 500 meters long and might be the beach that is most preferred by the younger crowd. It offers an area for
children's games, a space for skateboarding, volleyball courts, a nautical base, and even an area where some are able to practice nudism.

El Bogatell beach is similar to the New Icária and is also completely equipped with all services such as cautious life-guards, areas for games and bars, and drinks and ice cream.

As you can see, Barcelona beaches offer a variety of sand and sun that can be enjoyed by everyone.

If you would like to take maximum advantage of Barcelona's beaches, we have an ample selection of Barcelona apartments located only a few minutes in walking distance from the beaches.

The Gothic Neighborhood is the heart of Old Barcelona, a medieval city built around the Roman Walls, it is the first site that you must explore after discovering Las Ramblas.

This historic mix of alleys and plazas, mostly for pedestrians, is full of character and enchantment and holds many shops, bars, and restaurants.  The Gothic Neighborhood is located between the famous Ramblas and Ví Laietana, with Plaza Catalunya crossing at the top and the port below.From here, all of the major attractions are easy to reach, for example, the Roman ruins are located below the Museum of the History of the City.

On the southern side of the Gothic Neighborhood, you can find the Plaza Real (Royal Plaza), a plaza surrounded by palm trees, just near the bars and restaurants of Las Ramblas that offers a relaxing site to rest and people-watch during the day. At night the plaza becomes a central point for the nocturnal crowd.

The journey through the Gothic Neighborhood also includes the nearby Museum of the History of the City, a Gothic building relocated to the area in 1931.

If you wish to experience the most authentic part of Barcelona, reserve a Barcelona apartment located in the Gothic Neighborhood or in its surrounding area.

Despite its humble beginnings as a settlement built for medieval fairs and celebrations, el Born has grown into one of the most modern areas of Barcelona.
El Born has a lot to offer each day and night. Their cafes and stores provide a great place to spend the day.

El Born also offers well reviewed tapa bars. When the sun goes down, these tapa bars begin to fill with life.

However, el Born neighborhood also offers different touches of culture. On the Calle Montcada, an old medieval street, you are able to find the Picasso Museum and the Textile Museum that is located next to a small coffee bar. The Textile Museum is found here because in the beginning, el Born hosted the cities textile mills.
 
Without a doubt though, the prize of this area is the church of Santa Maria del Mar. This church is a precious example of gothic architecture in the city.

In addition, the Born is ideally located between Via Laietana and Barceloneta and also has a good bus service with stops from the Metro stops Barceloneta and Jaume 1 in the same line. Also, walking distance to Las Ramblas and the city center is just ten minutes. For those who love the beach, el Born is about 10 minutes walking.

This is a luxury for those who want to combine the sun and sea with cultural tourism.

If you are interested in apartments Barcelona that are located in the La Rambla, Barceloneta, or el Born you should definitely check out our prices on our apartments in these areas.

Without a doubt, Sitges is one of most preferred places in Barcelona for tourism. It is said that the secret is it's microclimate. The mountains of Garraf and the wind currents from the sea maintain clear skys about 300 days of the year. The beautiful nights, beaches, quietness, good communications with Barcelona, and of course the people added to the equation make this one of the best places to visit.

It is true that when the door is open to Sitges, you are able to enter into a different style of life that is Mediterranean based and is attractive for young or old people alike. In Sitges, you are able to view many examples that signify a different style of life. This can be seen through the artists, walks with the dog in the morning, and tea in the afternoon out on the terrace.

However, some of the most attractive places in the town are the beaches. Sitges hosts 17 different beaches that have great sand. Four beaches are to the east that host the majority of the boutiques. These four beaches follow the coast of Garraf. Eleven of the urban beaches and two beaches to the west are much more difficult to find.

Sitges is also the host of the Festival Internacional de Cinema de Catalunya, the first fantasy film festival in the world. This festival has a great impact on the region of Catalonia. With a solid track record, the Sitges Festival is an exciting blend of meetings, exhibitions, presentations and projections of fantasy cinema from around the world.

As said by Rusiñol Santiago, a painter, writer and artist-bearer of Catalan modernism;  Sitges attracts, seduces and hooks anyone that visits.

View our Sitges apartments so you can fully enjoy the beaches, entertainment, weather, and its people.

Although the origins of la Boquería are not clear, it is sure that is a great walk in market located in the center of La Rambla.

Throughout the years, la Boquería has become one of the most symbolic structures in the city of Barcelona. The structure, the situation, and the salespeople are all reasons that attract many tourists today. Many of the people that work in la Boquería have had family members that have been doing it for many generations. This market is the perfect fusion between past and present along with a nice blend of culture.

In addition, visitors can check the rich cuisine which encompasses Barcelona and Catalonia as a whole. And there is no better way to give a short tour of its galleries and its more than 300 booths to enjoy a feast of colors, flavors and aromas.

The specialization of the booths is so vast that we can find shops that are dedicated exclusively to a single types of food: the case of bananas, eggs and cod. The greengrocers, fishmongers, delicatessen, butchers, etc. have  great expertise because this is their life.
El Mercado de la Boqueria (Boqueria Market) is located on La Rambla, 89 its doors open at 8 A.M. and closes at 8:30 P.M. from Monday to Saturday.

Address: La Rambla, 89 bis - Plaça de la Boqueria
Telephone: 933 182 584 / 933 182 017
How To Get There: Metro L3, parada Liceu. | Bus 14, 59 y 91.
Web: www.boqueria.info
E-mail: mercatboqueria@mercatsbcn.cat

If you desire an apartment in La Rambla area, you should check out our apartment Barcelona listings. This area is a great place to stay if you are looking to experience the city life to its fullest.