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El Born

La Ribera, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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Ranked #44 of 254 activities in Barcelona
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Type: Neighborhoods
Activities: Shopping, Dining, Arts and crafts, Drinking
Description: Off-beat and fashionable neighborhood that features historic attractions, art galleries, funky shops, bars and tapas.
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

We have spent all yesterday walking around born and it is a great area. You can get lost in the little streets and spend hours in the little shops. There are a lot of options to eat food as well. I would recmmend saving at least a half a day to enjoy the area.

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Methuen, Massachusetts, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 via mobile

Better food in this neighborhood than pretty much everywhere else as far as downtown/port area goes. Don't miss it.

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Tucson, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

This is the hip neighborhood with the best nightlife. Lots of arts during the day and tapas bars at night. Cal Pep is a jewel for lunch.

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Bristol
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Just great for wandering around. Loved sampling the different bars and restaurants and getting lost in the different alleyways

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

Stayed at the K+K, and ate in several restaurants in the area, ran and strolled in the park (Arc of Triumph in the north, parliment in the mid south, zoo far south), a place to wander to the coast, the Ramblas, Sagrada, catch the Metro/walk to the Cathedral/Gothic section or catch the train to Figueres. If Lincoln park in Chicago... More

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Istanbul, Turkey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

El Born is a district of Barcelona full of small streets lined with great small bars, shops and dining experiences. For those who love Melbourne's laneways - El Born is similar - just bigger and older and better. Great place to head to check out the nightlife of Barcelona.

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San Diego
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

When walking through this area you will be amazed at all the exclusive shops from around the world. Everything is here in the way of designer stores all the way down to H&M. Just of the Rambla there are many streets with additional shops, food, bars.

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

Really enjoy this area of Barcelona, there are some interested shops, restaurants and bars. Just take your pick! Santa Caterina Market is worthy of visit, far less touristy and the big market on Ramblas. The Church of Santa Maria is a peaceful stop. Take your time and just enjoy the vibe. You could couple this visit with a trip to... More

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Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

The winding streets are a treasure with many small shops and restaurants. The district includes priceless buildings such as the Palau de la Musica and the Picasso Museum. My wife specially enjoys the pastry shops some of which have her favorite Tocino del Cielo, a delightful caramelized egg yolk dessert.

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

What Barri Gotic used to be, before the crowds. Great feel of a real neighbourhood, better prices, and better food.

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