You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when travelling in Barcelona. With the self-guided tours in this book, you`ll ramble down the Ramblas, explore the medieval Old City, & discover funky boutiques & hangouts in characteristic El Born. Learn how to master the Metro & how to bypass the long lines at Antoni Gaudi`s Sagrada Familia. Immerse yourself in Catalan culture, ponder the art at the Picasso Museum, & go on a tapas bar crawl. Then head to the Eixample--Barcelona`s ”uptown”--to marvel at the Modernista architecture of Casa Mila & the Block of Discord. Rick`s candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels & restaurants. He`ll help you plan where to go & what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You`ll get up-to-date recommendations on what is worth your time & money. More than just reviews & directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.