Things to see in Barcelona
Christmas on La Rambla 2023: events and activities in Barcelona

Christmas on La Rambla 2023: events and activities in Barcelona

Find out how Christmas is experienced on La Rambla 2023 with our guide to emblematic events, such as the ‘Christmas Poem’ in the Basilica de la Merced, the Pon’t la Navidad’ action on Rambla San José, the display of nativity scenes in the parish of Bethlehem, and much more. Get ready to experience the authentic Christmas essence in Barcelona!

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Estació de França Railway Station: history and curiosities

Estació de França Railway Station: history and curiosities

The Station of France was inaugurated in 1929 on the occasion of the Universal Exhibition. It is the second most important railway station in Barcelona and the most photographed, especially the “noucentista” style lobby. But there is another very photographed element both inside and outside the station: the owls.

Want to know the history of the station and why there are so many owls? Don’t miss today’s blog from Hotel Arc La Rambla.

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Festa Major Sant Antoni 2023 (St. Anthony’s Day)

Festa Major Sant Antoni 2023 (St. Anthony’s Day)

The Festa Major de Sant Antoni (St. Anthony Festival) is one of the oldest and most popular celebrations in Barcelona. The city is preparing for the 2023 edition, which promises to be one of the best and biggest yet. It will take place from 13 to 22 January, in the Sant Antoni neighbourhood.

Don’t miss the blog of the Hotel Arc La Rambla to find out all the details of this festival.

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Bruno Cuadros House: Umbrellas and dragons on La Rambla de Barcelona

Bruno Cuadros House: Umbrellas and dragons on La Rambla de Barcelona

It is known that La Rambla is one of the most frequented pedestrian points of the city of Barcelona for its charm and for the amount of cultural, leisure and gastronomic options it houses. At the same time, in this busy avenue we can take a trip back in time through curious details that speak of the history of the capital.

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Top 5 must-see attractions in Barcelona

Top 5 must-see attractions in Barcelona

In today's blog post we bring you the Top 5 must-see attractions in Barcelona, for those travellers who want to visit Barcelona in a few days. Sagrada Familia The Sagrada Familia is an icon of the city of Barcelona and one of the must-see attractions in the city. From...

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Discover the hidden courtyards of Barcelona

Discover the hidden courtyards of Barcelona

Many of the octagonal blocks that were built according to the designs of the Cerdá Plan had interior courtyards that, over the years, were given other uses. However, the city has been recovering some of these spaces for the public, whether they be parks, gardens or...

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