Narrow streets filled with sudden turns of various angles, passegways that at first look like spaces between buildings until you realize they are actually streets. And of course, Gothic architecture that nearly succeeds in convincing you that you're back in time (the gift shops and modern botiques snap you back to reality). The Gothic Quarter is absoutely worth a stroll... more

Spent eight days in Barcelona in early May and while each sector of the city has its own charm, there's something unique about Barri Gotic. If you enjoy seeing and experiencing history, you will love this part of the city -- from the remnants of the old Roman walled city to Roman graves to the spot where Columbus reported after... more

We enjoyed walking through all the streets around this quarter. Worth a walk around, it's not far off Las Ramblas, and is quite a contrast to all the modernist architecture else where. Some great little pastry shops around this area. I’d recommend having a walk around, we didn’t have a guide, we just wandered (though we did have a map!)... more

Discovering the Barrio Gotico was the highlight of my stay in Barcelona, one of my favourite destinations in Europe (actually it is my current favourite). I am biased as I have a passion for medieval architecture and honestly, it surpassed my expectations. The Cathedral with its courtyard was a treat, as was seating outside a café, looking at the many... more

I am not a walky type person! I enjoy culture, history and getting to the genuine 'roots' of a place but do not normally feel I need to walk for an hour and half to get that! However, in Barcelona a walk round Barri Gothic is the ONLY way to do it! This really was the best day I had... more

That's it??? Honestly, there isn't much to see, except a few restuarants, some beggers and a bridge similar to the bridge of sighs. Really disappointing. more

We loved walking in this area of the city. The Cathedral almost brought a tear to my eyes. Simply incredible. We loved the little shops and all the beautiful old buildings. So much character and soul. I never found it creepy at all and we were never worried about the much touted pick pockets. We never had a problem, as... more

I thought the Barri Gotic was a nice counterbalance to Las Ramblas and the Gaudi sights. The cathedral is awe-inspiring, the surrounding neighborhood is straight out of medieval history. The have kept a lillte bit of the original city wall and one arch from a Roman aquaduct, cloisters, etc. I can see where someone might find it creepy (especially on... more

Creepy and dark winding streets. It was easy to get lost in and not that great a neighborhood more