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Sagrada FamíliaIs the craziest building site in the world!Gaudi’s genius, and the fact that thecathedral will never be completed,makes it even more astonishing.Address: Carrer de Mallorca, 401 BarcelonaPhone: 932 07 30 31Subway: L2, Sagrada FamiliaWeb: www.sagradafamilia.cat

Park GüellIs one of the most beautiful icons of thecity. It’s located in the upper part ofBarcelona, wich has wonderful views ofthe city. You can enjoy a fantastic greenwalk surrounded by a modernist works.Address: Passatge de Sant Josep de laMuntanyaPhone: 902 200 302Subway: L3, VallcarcaWeb: http://www.parkguell.cat/en/

Casa BatlloThere's something distinctly fishy aboutthe appearance of Gaudí's colourfulmosaic of a building on Passeig deGràcia. That's probably because it'scovered in shiny scales.Subway: L3, Passeig de Gracia

Espai Gaudí – La PedreraIf you don’t have time to visit all of Gaudi’s landmarks, be sure to see this one. Visit the Gaudi museum on the top floor and, if possible, stay to have a drink on the roof terrace. The decorations here must have inspired George Lucas and his Star Wars movies.Address: Passeig de Gràcia, 92 08008 BarcelonaPhone: 934 84 59 00

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CaixaForumOne of Spain's most ample collectionsof modern art, housed in a strikingMontjuic building mixing the modernistwith the avant-garde.Address: Av. Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia,6-8, 08038 BarcelonaPhone: 934 76 86 00

Miró FoundationPlayful modern complex in Montjuicholding a trove of work by Spain'smaster of stripped-down symbolism,Joan Miró.Address: Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, 08038BarcelonaPhone: 934 43 94 70Web: http://www.fundaciomiro-bcn.org/

Fundació Antoni TàpiesContemporary art exhibitions are therule, including a large body of work byTàpies himself, in modernist architectDomènech i Montaner's extravagantone-time publishing house, which istopped by an eye-catching wiresculpture.Address: Carrer d'Aragó, 255, 08007BarcelonaPhone: 934 87 03 15Web: http://www.fundaciotapies.org/

MACBA(You can visit the Ramblas, Boqueria marketthe same day) Leave the busy streets behind you for amoment by visiting Barcelona’s museum ofmodern art. MACBA is short for Museu d´ArtContemporani de Barcelona.Address: Plaça dels Àngels, 1, BarcelonaPhone: 93 412 08 10 Web: www.macba.es

Picasso Museum The permanent collections stands for morethan 3,800 works and this is one of the mostpopular and most visited museums inBarcelona. Address: Montcada, 15, BarcelonaPhone: 932 563 000 Web:www.museupicasso.bcn.es

MNACCatalonia's National Art Museumgraces the interior of the imposingPalau Nacional, built in 1929 forBarcelona's International Expo. Hereyou can find treasures from Catalonia'sgolden age of religious art, from Gothicto Renaissance.Address: Palau Nacional, Parc deMontjuïc, s/n, 08038 BarcelonaPhone: 936 22 03 60 Web:www.mnac.cat

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See the Street Performers on Las RamblasHuman statues, street artists, dancers, magicians - they're all queuing up to entertain you on Las Ramblas, each and every afternoon. Don't forget to tip them!

La Boqueria MarketBarcelona’s most famous market has a string of excellent tapas eateries around its periphery, just a squid’s throw from Las Ramblas.Address: La Rambla, 91 BarcelonaPhone: 933 18 20 17Web: www.boqueria.info/mobile/

Gothic Quarter Walking TourGet to grips with all the nooks, crevices and corners of Barcelona's most historic quarter by joining a fun, educational walking tour. It's a good way to meet people as well.

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Liceu TheatreThis historic opera house is located on Las Ramblas. Elegant though it is on the outside, nothing can prepare you for the dazzlingly opulent, horseshoe-shaped theatre hidden within it. Subway: L3, Liceu

Barceloneta-Montjuic Cable CarScared of heights? Look away. One of Barcelona's most spectacular rides takes you 400 metres into the air over Barcelona's port, on its way to the heights of Mountjuic mountain

BeachesBarcelona is famous for its beaches, and the fact that they're mostly artificial does not stop the yearly 7 million tourists that enjoy the sand and the waves. The most popular beach would be "Platja de la Nova Icària".Subway: L4, Barceloneta

Palau de la Música Catalana This sublime concert hall designed by Domènech i Montaner a hundred years ago is not quite as wacky as some of Gaudi’s architecture. It is actually more representative of Modernism. The Palace of Catalan Music not only pays tribute to the musical heritage of the Catalans but to all music—as well as beauty, color and joy.Address: C/ Palau de la Música 4-6Phone: 93 295 72 00Subway: L1, UrquinaonaWeb: www.palaumusica.org

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De PaulaPaula offers burgers, Brazilian- Mediterranean food and fast food. Medium price: 5 - 9 €Schedules: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 13:00h at 16:30h/ 19:30h at 23:30hPhone: 931 64 69 80Address: Carrer Creu Dels Molers 65, BarcelonaWeb: http://www.depaula.cat

II Golfo Di NapoliA Italian restaurant with a typical Neapolitan dishes. Is one of the oldest restaurants in Barcelona since 1997 Medium price: 23 €Schedules:Monday to Friday from 13.00h at 16.00h/ 20.00h at 24.00hAddress:C/ Lleida, 38, BarcelonaPhone: (+34) 934 23 53 83Web: http://ilgolfodinapoli.wordpress.com

Quimet i QuimetIs an old cellar and this offerssome delicious tapas and wines. Medium price: 30€Schedules: Monday to Friday from12.00h at 16.00h/ 19.00h at22.30h and Saturday from 12.00hat 16.00h.Address: C/Poeta Cabanyes, 25,BarcelonaPhone: 934 423 142Web: http://bit.ly/Quimet

ElcheThis is the result that fifty years of workIborra family who brought and sharedthe taste and culinary culture of theirland Elche.Medium price: 36€Schedules: Every day from 13.00h at16.00h/ 21.00h at 24.00hAddress: C/Vilà i Vilà, 71 (Nou de laRambla), BarcelonaPhone: 934 413 089Web: http://elcherestaurant.es/en

Casa Tapas Cañotaoffers excellence choice of tapas.Medium price: 30€Schedules: Tuesday to Saturday from13.00h at 24.00h and Sunday from13.00h at 16.00h.Address: C/ Lleida, 7, BarcelonaPhone: 933 25 91 71Web: http://casadetapas.com

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El Mall (Special discount for guest)Is located inside the Hotel Crowne Plaza Barcelona Fira Center where you can taste an excellent Mediterranean food.Medium price: 25€Schedules: Monday to Sunday from 13.30h at 15.30h/ 20.30h at 23.00hAddress: Avenida Rius i Taulet, 1-3 08004 BarcelonaPhone: 934 26 22 23Web: http://www.cpbarcelonafiracenter.com

PaktaIs the best Japanese Restaurant - Peruvian style with excellent quality, presentation and staff.Medium price: 98€Schedules: Tuesday to Friday from 19.00h at 23.00h and Saturday from 12.00h at 26.00h/19.00h at 23.00hAddress: Carrer Lleida 5, BarcelonaPhone: 9362401Web: http://www.pakta.es

Espai KruA special place, with a menu split into two sections. Raw and lightly cooked.Medium price: 55€Schedules: Wednesday to Saturday from 13.30h at 16.00h/ 20.00h at 23.30hAddress: Carrer Lleida 7, BarcelonaPhone: 93 424 81 52Web: http://www.espaikru.com

Rías de GaliciaAn elegant restaurant offers the best of Galician seafood .Medium price: 80€Schedules: Every day from 13.00h at 15.30h/ 20.00h at 23.00hAddress: Carrer Lleida 7, BarcelonaPhone: 93 424 81 52/ 93 423 45 70Web: http://www.riasdegalicia.com

Tickets Tapas BarRestaurant with fantastic diningexperience, good service and qualityMedium price: 55€Schedules: Tuesday to Saturday from19.00h at 23.00h and Sunday from13.00h at 15.00hAddress: Avinguda del Paral•lel 164, BarcelonaPhone: 932 924 254Web: http://www.ticketsbar.es/web

Bodega 1900It offers different covers with highquality, it is the ideal place for a snackin the afternoon.Medium price: 30-45€Schedules: Tuesday to Saturday from13.00h at 20.00hAddress: Carrer Tamarit, 91, BarcelonaPhone: 933 252 659Web: http://ca.bodega1900.com

XemeiXemei is a Venetian restaurant with aquiet atmosphere with large windowsand great views of the street.Medium price: 40€Schedules: Monday to Friday from13.30h at 24.00h and Saturday toSunday from 14.00h at 24.00h.Address: Passeig de l’Exposició 85, BarcelonaPhone: 935 53 51 40Web:http://www.vipgourmet.com/site:http://www.xemei.es

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El Tragaluz It offers a traditional yet modern, food adapted to the tastes and habits of today's life. You can find the same recipes always but with a more modern technique, with lighter ingredients.Address: Passatge de la Concepció, 5, BarcelonaPhone: 934 870 621

La Champanyeria Cheap and crowded affordable tapas and cava in a hustle-bustle bodega across the road from Port Vell.Address: Carrer de la Reina Cristina, 7 Phone: 933 10 08 39

Bar Tomás The King of Spain's favourite spicy potato dish at a staunchly traditional but informal joint on Sarrià's main drag.Address: Carre Major de Sarrià, 49, 08017, BarcelonaPhone: 932 03 10 77

Ciudad CondalOffers a wide range of tapas and traditional cuisine.Address: Rambla de Catalunya, 18 BarcelonaPhone: 933 18 19 97

Restaurante Barceloneta It offers a good meal marine, always with the best fish, with a professional service, and a great views of the port.Address: Carrer de l'Escar, 22, 08039 Barcelona Phone: 932 21 21 11 Subway: Barcelona-Estacio de Franca

La Bodegueta The restaurant offers a wonderful selection of traditional tapas.Address: Rambla de Catalunya, 100, Barcelona Phone: 932 15 48 94 Subway: Diagonal

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Lolita bakeryTake away cupcakes, by the LA PEDRERAAddress: Carrer del Portal Nou, 20, 08003 Barcelona Phone: 933 10 36 76

Brunch and Cake All day kitchen, bistro NICE cakes.Address: Carrer Enric Granados, 19, 08007 Barcelona Subway: Barcelona-Passeig de Gracia

Caelum All kinds of sweets made by nuns and monks in monasteries and churches from all aroun Spain.Address: Calle Palla, 8, 08002 Barcelona Phone: 933 02 69 93 Subway: Liceu

Coffee & Cakes