The arc de la Rambla is, in addition to the name of our hotel, the way the locals know the arch that marks the beginning of the Arc del Teatre street. This little street, which joins La Rambla and Av. de les Drassanes (at the...
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...
Following the Tour around the traditional shops of Barcelona that we started in our previous post, from Hotel Arc La Rambla we suggest you four new emblematic traditional shops in Barcelona. Keep reading and discover these shops that hide the story of the city. Ferretería Bolibar Ferreteria Bolibar is a family business...
Our hotel is located in one of the most central and historic areas of Barcelona, close to some of the most emblematic traditional shops in the city. Discover in this post the secrets of these shops that you will be able to enjoy during your...
Catalan gastronomy has given us a great diversity of recipes that are known around the world. From Hotel Arc La Rambla we would like to recommend some of the most typical Catalan dishes so that you can warm up during the winter months: 1. Canelones One of...
Christmas markets have a long tradition in Barcelona. These markets were born to sell animals and typical food products for December's meals and celebrations, but currently in Barcelona the most traditional markets sell Christmas trees and cribs, clothes and all kinds of gift items. Barcelona, as...
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...
La Mercè are the festivities celebrated in Barcelona from 20 to 24 September. It is a celebration in honour of the Mare de Dèu de La Mercè, one of the patron saints of Barcelona, filling the city with cultural, free musical and religious events in...
Having lunch or dinner at one of the beach bars in Barcelona (known as chiringuitos) is a good plan to relax and enjoy the sea after a hot day. The city has a very good variety of bars located on its beaches, so it is...
Plaza Reial in Barcelona is one of the most emblematic squares in the city. It owes its name to King Ferdinand VII, when it was built as it is today. However, it has an interesting history that is worth knowing. Plaza Reial is located in the...
