Barcelona City Center

Submitted by Bill M.
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2.3 km

This route is aiming to help you do your shopping in Barcelona's city center, while exploring historic landmarks along the way. Pg. de Gracia is the biggest shopping high street in Barcelona. Walking down the street you will walk past Casa Mila & Casa Batllo, which were both created by architect Antoni Gaudi. At the south end of Pg. de Gracia, you will meet Placa de Catalunya, Barcelona's biggest square. From there, head south west to enter the famous street La Rambla with the many stores, restaurants, coffee shops and street markets. On your right hand, you will see the entrance of Barcelona's biggest food market, Mercado de La Boqueria. Stands with fresh juices, fruits & vegetables and restaurants with tapas & wine ensure that you are going to have a great time there. Finally, head to the hidden square of Placa Reial, to admire its architecture and potentially enjoy a coffee/drink under the sun.

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  1. Architectural Buildings

    House Mila, popularly known as La Pedrera or "The stone quarry" is a Modernista building in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was the last private residence designed by architect Antoni Gaudi and was built between 1906 and 1912. — Wikipedia

  2. Architectural Buildings

    House Batllo is a building in the center of Barcelona. It was designed by Antoni Gaudí, and is considered one of his masterpieces. — Wikipedia

  3. Plaça de Catalunya is a large square in central Barcelona that is generally considered to be both its city centre and the place where the old city and the 19th century-built Eixample meet. — Wikipedia

  4. La Rambla is a street in central Barcelona. A tree-lined pedestrian street, connecting the Plaça de Catalunya in its center with the Christopher Columbus Monument at Port Vell. — Wikipedia

  5. Market of "La Boqueria" is a food market with lots of different stalls selling a variety of Spanish, Catalan and global food. If you are struggling to find a place to have lunch, it is the perfect place to grab some food and drinks.

  6. Plaça Real is a square in the Barri Gòtic of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It is close to La Rambla, and is a popular tourist attraction, especially at night. — Wikipedia

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