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Barcelona - Cultural

 

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Church of the Sacred Family
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Ranked #1 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: This masterpiece of modernist architecture, built by Antoni Gaudi, pushes the gothic style to the extreme, drawing hundreds... more » Owner description: This masterpiece of modernist architecture, built by Antoni Gaudi, pushes the gothic style to the extreme, drawing hundreds of visitors a day. « less
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Ranked #2 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Architectural Buildings

One of 2 houses by Gaudí in Barcelona that can be toured.  truly amazing and worth the visit.  go in the mornings, before the site gets crowded with architecture students.  your... more »

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Ranked #3 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Neighborhoods; Historic Walking Areas
Many of the buildings in this neighborhood date back to Roman and medieval times.
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Ranked #4 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
This town house was the home of industrialist Eusebi Güell and was Antonio Gaudi's first major building in the city.
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Ranked #5 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Churches/ Cathedrals
Built in the fourteenth century, this cathedral is one of the most important religious centers in Barcelona.
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Ranked #6 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Architectural Buildings; Specialty Museums; Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest

Hours: November to February: 9 am to 6:30 pm; March to October: 9 am to 8 pm. Closed: Jan. 1 and 6, Dec. 25 and 26.  Night Visits with a glass of cava ("Pedera Secreta"): Every... more »

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Ranked #7 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Religious Sites; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #8 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
A beautiful gothic cathedral with stained glass windows dating back 500 years.
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Ranked #9 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Neighborhoods; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: This fascinating area is steeped in history, with city hall located in the same spot where kings once reigned. You'll find... more » Owner description: This fascinating area is steeped in history, with city hall located in the same spot where kings once reigned. You'll find narrow streets and squares here, with Gothic mansions, museums, historic churches, bars and restaurants. The Placa del Rei is reputedly the place where King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella welcomed Columbus after his voyage to America. « less
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Ranked #10 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #11 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #12 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Neighborhoods; Historic Walking Areas
Owner description: Students, artists and political types make their home here, and everyone's welcome to hang out at Placa del Sol, a popular... more » Owner description: Students, artists and political types make their home here, and everyone's welcome to hang out at Placa del Sol, a popular square day or night with its cafes, bars and 19-century architecture. « less
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Ranked #13 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Castles
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Ranked #14 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Museums
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Ranked #15 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Neighborhoods; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Owner description: This lively harbor, full of yachts and cruise ships, is home to a popular entertainment complex, featuring a mall, several... more » Owner description: This lively harbor, full of yachts and cruise ships, is home to a popular entertainment complex, featuring a mall, several restaurants, a movie theater and an aquarium. « less
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Ranked #16 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #17 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Shops
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Ranked #18 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #19 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Tours
Owner description: ICONO serveis culturals is a Barcelona-based cultural services company with more than 15 years' experience in the sector.... more » Owner description: ICONO serveis culturals is a Barcelona-based cultural services company with more than 15 years' experience in the sector. ICONO is one of Barcelona's top cultural services companies, renowned for its thoughtful and creative responses to each client's needs.Our company offers the opportunity to present art and culture in an attractive and singular way. We work with a large variety of cultural menus: we create art and gastronomy visits, cultural tours, thematic and literary routes, bespoke services. Our intention is to give an answer to all your requests, even the most unusual. « less
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Ranked #20 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Neighborhoods
Neighborhood redeveloped to highlight seafood and its maritime history.
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Ranked #21 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Castles
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Ranked #22 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites; Art Museums
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Ranked #23 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Historic Sites; Specialty Shops
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Ranked #24 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Architectural Buildings
Owner description: 1883-85 construction was Gaudí's first major architectural commission; first example of the bright ceramic tile exterior... more » Owner description: 1883-85 construction was Gaudí's first major architectural commission; first example of the bright ceramic tile exterior decoration now ubiquitous in Barcelona, « less
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Ranked #25 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: The Església de Santa Maria del Pi is a 14th-century Gothic church that stands at the heart of three little plazas in... more » Owner description: The Església de Santa Maria del Pi is a 14th-century Gothic church that stands at the heart of three little plazas in Barcelona. The church is named for the pine tree (pi in Catalan) that once stood nearby. « less
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Ranked #26 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Historic Walking Areas; Neighborhoods
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Ranked #27 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Ancient Ruins
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Ranked #28 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Historic Sites; Tourist/ Visitor Centers
Owner description: Open-air museum of architecture. The museum features replicas of 117 buildings, streets and squares from the Spanish... more » Owner description: Open-air museum of architecture. The museum features replicas of 117 buildings, streets and squares from the Spanish territory « less
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Ranked #29 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Religious Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #30 of 49 Cultural in Barcelona
Category: Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest

Originally the palace of the counts of Barcelona that was started in the 11th century on top of Roman ruins, this later became the residence of the kings of Aragón. During the... more »

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