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The Top 5 things to do in Barcelona

Barcelona is a city with a long and cosmopolitan history, a mixture of peoples, societies and cultural movements. Here are five places you must see in Barcelona before you leave:

1. Passeig de Gràcia. The avenue that gathers the most emblematic architecture, culture and the city’s most exclusive shops.

2. Sagrada Familia. Gaudí’s masterpiece, still under construction.

3. Las Ramblas. Barcelona’s spectacular and lively boulevard with the must-see La Boqueria Market.

4. Park Güell. Also by Gaudí. Ideal for a walk surrounded by art and nature.

5. Plaça de Catalunya. The city’s heart and meeting point. Undoubtedly, a historical and iconic square.

Culture

No matter what your trip is for, business, family or leisure; culture is always present. Learn more about Catalan culture and discover the city and its hidden spots that will allow you to experience its true soul.

Near Hotel SB Diagonal Zero you can find two cultural meeting points: the Barcelona International Convention Centre (CCIB), located in front of the sea and with sufficient capacity to host important events and conventions; and the Fòrum building, designed by the Swiss firm Herzog and de Meuron, which hosts cultural and leisure events and is also home to Museu Blau and the National Natural Sciences Museum of Catalonia.

Modernism

The Modernism Route is one of the city’s main attractions and it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The route will allow you to discover Modernism’s most representative buildings and works in the city which attract millions of visitors every year.

Undoubtedly, the highlight of the route is Sagrada Familia, although it includes other essential landmarks such as Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, the famous “Apple of discord”, Palau Güell, Sant Pau Hospital, Palau de la Música Catalana and Palau Macaya among others. Let these stunning buildings and works by architects like Gaudí, Lluís Domènech i Montaner and Josep Puig i Cadafalch captivate you.

Shopping

Barcelona is also an ideal city for shopping. The old town is the city’s main shopping area. On streets like Portaferrissa and Portal de l’Àngel and on Plaça Catalunya you can find anything from small independent shops to large department stores. Passeig de Gràcia is home to the most luxurious international boutiques of the world’s leading fashion brands.

If you prefer designer articles, the narrow streets of Born are the best place to go. Other shopping areas in the city are Gran de Gràcia, Carrer de Sants and important shopping centres such as L’Illa, La Maquinista, Les Glòries and Diagonal Mar, the latter located right in front of the Hotel SB Diagonal Zero. Feel the authenticity of Barcelona’s street markets, such as Mercat dels Encants on Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes and Mercat de Sant Antoni among others.

Beaches

The sand and the sea are less than a 10-minute walk from our hotel, where you can find Llevant Beach and the seafront promenade. Make the most of the excellent public transport and travel to the rest of the beaches in Barcelona. Thanks to the proximity of the L4 line, which goes alongside the sea for a few stops, all of them will be close by.

Discover Barcelona from end to end, from Port Fòrum to Barceloneta Beach. Also, why not discover the wonderful beaches and coves in places like Costa Brava (Girona) or Costa Daurada (Tarragona), both approximately 1 hour away from Barcelona.

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Music

Thanks to its wide range of musical events and activities, Barcelona has become a European musical reference. All music genres have their home in Barcelona. If you want to enjoy the great classics of symphonic music and stunning performances, visit Palau de la Música Catalana and Auditori or, if you prefer opera, you have to attend the stunning Gran Teatre del Liceu.

In the districts of Eixample and Ciutat Vella (old town) you can find different venues where you can enjoy live jazz, pop and rock. Barcelona also has an excellent hip-hop scene and clubs that offer the latest contemporary and electronic music.

For many years, Barcelona has hosted different important music festivals all year long, such as Primavera Sound, Sónar, Festival Grec, Summercase, Cruïlla…

Barcelona with kids

Visiting Barcelona with your kids is an experience itself. Discover the most fun plans and activities to do with children in Barcelona.

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