Things to see in Barcelona
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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Jaume Plensa at the Gran Teatre del Liceu

Jaume Plensa at the Gran Teatre del Liceu

At the end of this summer (September 2022) the Gran Teatre del Liceu will change the appearance of its façade. Large steel doors (4×4 m and 550 kg) will cover the three main porticoes. The work will form part of Jaume Plensa’s second gift to Barcelona, this time on the occasion of the institution’s 175th anniversary. The first was the Candela’s Head, located in front of the façade of the Palau de la Música.

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How to see the Moreneta without leaving Barcelona

How to see the Moreneta without leaving Barcelona

The mountain of Montserrat, 60km from Barcelona, is one of the most typical and popular places in Catalonia. A visit offers endless possibilities such as admiring the monastery, enjoying the spectacular views, riding the funicular railway or hiking in an incomparable...

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The best terraces in Barcelona

The best terraces in Barcelona

Now that the good weather is coming, at Hotel Arc La Rambla we would like to recommend some of the best terraces in Barcelona so that you can plan your stay in the city. These are some of the best places for you to enjoy the good weather outdoors: Mirablau...

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Tours through the Gothic quarter of Barcelona

Tours through the Gothic quarter of Barcelona

The Gothic Quarter of Barcelona is one of the most visited and oldest parts of Barcelona. It is one of the four districts that form the Ciutat Vella and is delimited by La Rambla, Via Laietana, Passeig de Colom and Plaça Catalunya. All this makes it an interesting...

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The best viewpoints in Barcelona

The best viewpoints in Barcelona

Barcelona is a city that stands out for its vibrant cultural and cosmopolitan life. Strolling through its neighbourhoods, getting to know its main monuments, museums, history, theatre or relaxing on its beaches are some of the best ways to enjoy Barcelona. But...

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