Enjoy the ultimate city break with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan on exploring the Sagrada Familia, hitting the tapas trail in La Ribera or chilling out on one of the city`s glorious beaches, this new edition of The Rough Guide to Barcelona will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Barcelona- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit.
- Full-colour maps throughout & a handy city plan
- navigate the back alleys of the Barri Gotic or the Eixample`s grid of modernista buildings without needing to get online.
- stunning, inspirational images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Barcelona`s best sights & experiences.
- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed city coverage
- whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: the Ramblas, the Barri Gotic, El Raval, Sant Pere, La Ribera, Ciutadella, Barceloneta, Port Olimpic, Port Vell, Montjuic, Dreta de l` Eixample, Esquerra de l` Exiample. Glories, Gracia, Parc Guel, Horta, Les Corts, Pedralbes, Sarria-Sant Gervasi, Tibidabo, Pacr de Collserola. Attractions include: Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, La Pedrera, Fundacio Joan Miro, La Seu, Transbordador Aeri, La Bouqeria, Museu Nacional d` Art de Catalunya (MNAC), Museu Picasso, Museu d` Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA), Camp Nou.- Listings
- honest & insightful reviews of all the best places to stay, eat, drink & shop, with options to suit every budget, along with the latest on Barcelona`s clubs, live-music venues, theatres, galleries & LGBT scene, plus in-depth sections on the city`s sports & outdoor activities, festivals & events, & children`s attractions.
- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, the media; tourist information; entry requirements & more
- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history & books & with a handy language section covering Castilian (Spanish) & Catalan.