Barcelona’s most breathtaking places

Do yourself a favour and don’t be a typical tourist when you are in Barcelona! The cosmopolitan, pulsing heart of Catalonia receives around 8 million tourists every year; with its fantastic art and architecture, and with its many attractions, Barcelona has got a lot to offer. Although all tourists have clear ideas about what to see and visit, the city has got many hidden treasures that are just waiting to be discovered.

Here the five most breathtaking places in Barcelona.

Monestir de Pedralbes

Located just a few Km away from the city centre, this monastery is perfect if you want to escape from the hectic city life.
The monastery was built in 1327, and since then it has been the heart of the religious life of the city. Nowadays it can still be visited and admired from inside and outside, and it also features a beautiful park.

Parc del Laberint d'Horta

It is a pity that almost nobody knows about the existence of this jewel, which actually represents the oldest park in Barcelona.

The park spreads across 9 hectares and is divided into an old, classical garden and a more modern and romantic one. Gigantic trees, peaceful atmospheres and ponds enrich the park, and will guarantee you a once in a lifetime experience.

P.S: Watch out! Only 750 people are allowed to enter each day.

Poble Sec

A great alternative to the “main stream “ city centre might be Poble Sec, the old urban centre of the city. What visitors will find here is lots of night life, as well as typical bars and restaurants, including one of the best tapas restaurants in town, “Quimet & Quimet”.

Tibidabo Amusement Park

Fortunately, this charming amusement park is somehow unknown to most of tourists. What is amazing about it is that old and rustic atmosphere, which can hardly be found elsewhere.

Tibidabo Amusement Park is extremely family friendly and perfect for the youngsters, since it lacks in scary rollercoasters, but it is full of the classic attractions, such as a ferris wheel, from which you can have an outstanding view of the city.

In addition, you might also take the chance to visit the church “Temple de Sagrat Cor”, which is just nearby.

Refugio 307

If you are passionate about history, then this is the right place for you!

Refugio 307 is an underground refuge dating back to the Spanish Civil War. Since Barcelona was heavily bombed during the war period, this shelter offers an amazing tour through its labirintic corridors and the different rooms where people lived during this period.

Definitely an educational trip!