Name Barcelona and everyone thinks about Gaudi, la Rambla, Parc Guell and football. But Barcelona has so much more to offer! Off course you should visit the main attractions, but you can find so many beautiful spots by exploring the city’s streets by foot! Get off the beaten path and discover the narrow streets, hidden squares and lesser-known architectural treasures to discover a different Barcelona that is not to be found in your city guide!
Discover a different Barcelona with these lesser-know attractions!
Carrer del Bisbe
A cute alley next to the cathedral that connects the Plaça de Sant Jaume I with the Plaça Nova.
Plaça de Sant Iu
The courtyard of Museu Frederic Marès consists of trees with oranges, a fountain and medieval arches. The perfect place to sit down and relax.
Casa Bruno Cuadros
This house is also known as the Casa dels Paraigües (house of umbrellas). It used to be an umbrella store and was built by Josep Vilaseca.
La Rambla 82
Casa Lleo Morera
Another modernist pearl designed by architect Lluis Domenech i Montaner.
Passeig de Gracia 35
La Rotonda
This beautiful former hotel can be found at the corner of Passeig de Sant Gervasi and Avenida Tibidabo.
Plaça del Rei
A small medieval square at the Barri Gottic where you can enjoy live orchestras during Summer. People were even dancing the Tango there!
Sant Pau Complex
This Modernista building was designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. It used to be a public hospital.
Carrer de Sant Antoni Maria Claret 167
Plaça del Pi
A nice square near La Rambla where you can find beautiful houses.
Palau de la Musica
I wasn’t sure whether to put this in the lesser-known attractions or not. But you mustn’t miss this modernist jewel!
C/ Palau de la Música 4-6
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