Travel Guide: Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona is a city known for its famed architecture, art, street art, galleries, shops, and beaches. Moreover, it is the perfect place to get inspired, surrounded by the creations of Miro, Picasso, and Dali. The Catalan capital mixes the medieval with the most modern spectacles and it is a perfect place to get lost, explore, and enjoy Mediterranean food.
Are you ready to enjoy and experience the options that the city offers? Apart from the museums, cathedrals, and architecture, we want you to experience Barcelona from a fashion insider’s point of view. That’s why we created a list of restaurants, hotels, shops, and photo-ops to take amazing pictures and have an unforgettable experience in this special city.
Where to eat:
Terraza Martínez: A restaurant located in the mountains of Montjuic with a unique view of the port, the city and the sea. The kitchen prioritizes the coast and the food is locally sourced from different parts of the Peninsula.
Pez Vela: A new concept of seafood, this beach restaurant is located on the shore line. You should try their seafood rice (paella), fresh appetizers, and salads. Its terrace has spectacular views of the sea and the city, and its menu is based on simple cuisine made with high quality and fresh ingredients.
Santa Clara Restaurant: A quiet and relaxing restaurant with a garden located in the neighbourhood of Pedralbes. Santa Clara serves honest, classical cuisine and its menu contains top-quality market products and an exquisite variety of soups, salads, tartare and tataki, rice, pasta, meat, and fish.
Green Spot: Its menu selection showcases tasty curries, chilis, and pizzas but also healthier options such as grilled vegetables.
Paradiso: Secret spot in the centre of Barcelona where you will find amazing cocktails and food. In order to preserve its secrecy we will not give away any further information… so if you want to experience Paradiso you should go there and try it!
What to do:
Arte Bar - Painting and Wine: A premier painting/art studio offering painting lessons, private parties, pop-up events, and special workshops. You can expand your creativity while enjoying some wine or beer, listening to music, and relaxing for hours with your friends.
La Pedrera Essential & Night Experience: A different way of discovering La Pedrera during the magic of the night. You will enjoy some audio-visual presentations culminating in the video mapping of the Roof-terrace of Gaudí’s building. Moreover, the special lighting and the accompanying soundtrack will make the evening an unforgettable experience.
Skating in Barcelona: Renting some skates is one of the best ways to discover Barcelona’s coast. There are designated routes available and organized visits for tourists in La Barceloneta. So, after eating a Paella at Pez Vela’s, exercise and experience Barcelona from a different point of view!
Where to stay:
The Wittmore: On a narrow side street in the lively Gothic Quarter, this polished hotel is an 8-minute walk from the Museu Picasso and a 9-minute walk from the nearest metro station. There's a cozy restaurant and bar with a library lounge and a courtyard terrace. A rooftop deck has sun loungers and city views.
Soho House: Soho House Barcelona is set in a striking 18th century building in the historic Duc de Medinaceli square, overlooking Port Vell marina. The House has 57 bedrooms, club spaces, a roof terrace, Cowshed spa, a gym, and two pools.
Yurbban Passage Hotel & Spa: This chic hotel in a former textile factory is a 2-minute walk from Urquinaona metro station and 7 minutes on foot from the shops along Plaça de Catalunya. There's a swanky restaurant with a bar, and other amenities including a spa, a gym, and a pool on a furnished rooftop terrace.
Where to shop:
Laagam: A brand based in Barcelona and founded in 2017 by @ines_arroyo. Its aim is to create accessible luxury fashion for women, while trying to minimize their impact on the planet. They define themselves as a feminine and feminist brand.
Flamingos Vintage Kilo: If you are looking for vintage clothes at good prices, Flamingos is your store. It is probably one of the biggest thrift shops in Barcelona and you pay by the weight! It's worth checking out the atmosphere even if you don't intend to buy anything.
"La Roca Village”: Close to Barcelona you can find this outlet shopping center. As its name says, it is designed as a village, and you can find numerous luxury brands like Prada, Napapijri, or Versace, as well as some restaurants and cafes. There are shuttle buses that can take you there from the center of Barcelona.
Au Revoir Cinderella: There’s no such thing as too many shoes, that’s why we think Au Revoir Cinderella is one of the stores you must go to before leaving Barcelona. If you like to dress differently, we promise you will fall in love with their original and fearless designs.
Most Instagrammable Spots:
"El beso" de Joan Fontcuberta: Thousands of little photos come together to form this wall, “The kiss” (“El beso” in spanish). Without a doubt, the most romantic Instagrammable spot in Barcelona, perfect for couple pictures.
"Piscina Olímpica de Montjuic": It is an olympic swimming pool open to the public which offers amazing views of the city of Barcelona. This spot is only for the most adventurous ones since taking the perfect pic will involve jumping from a high trampoline. We promise your followers will be speechless with the results.
"Els Bunkers": Everyone that comes to Barcelona will agree that in Els Bunkers you can find the best views of the city, both during the day or at night. Since it is located at the top of a hill, you can enjoy a complete view of the city.
Jardins de Mossèn Jacinto Verdaguer: This little cactus garden will make you forget you are in the middle of a big city. It has more than 800 types of cacti and its location has panoramic views of the city's coastline and port.
Tibidabo: Located on the tallest hill in the Serra de Collserola, this amusement park offers one of the best views of the city. You can enter for free to walk around and take some pictures, or you can pay a ticket to enjoy the rides and games.