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Hotels, halal food, prayer spaces, things to do, and itineraries in Barcelona.
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Must-see attractions in Barcelona
From headline landmarks and heritage icons to parks, waterfronts, and major museums, discover 21 standout sights to build into your time in the city.
Barcelona is a city full of wonder and beauty, where there's a pronounced passion for life, food, culture, and of course, architecture. Where else can you surf in the morning, do a master tour of Gaudí’s surreal buildings (the Sagrada Familia and the Parc Güell, to name a couple).
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Halal restaurants in Barcelona
Barcelona’s food scene is part of the city experience. Choose from 19 restaurants and food districts with location notes and planning tips.
barcelonaAlkimia
A very good restaurant boasting new Catalan and Mediterranean cuisine under Ferran Adria. Its dacor is minimalist and ensures that you keep your attention towards the food, and is quite easily, one of the best restaurants in the city.
barcelonaCa l'Isidre
Ca l'Isidre is a traditional restaurant that serves a wide variety of dishes and Spanish wines. The restaurant is excellently decorated with lithographs and paintings by well-known Catalan artists and highlights Catalan culture very well.
barcelonaGaig
The restaurant, very famous in the city, is named after Carles Gaig, who is an exceptionally skilled chef and combines traditional Catalan cuisine with his own innovative ideas. The atmosphere is superb as the hotel is housed in an old inn and is a great place to dine!
barcelonaJean-Luc Figueras
Set up inside a villa, the chef Jean-Luc treats you to a traditional Catalan menu with some customizations and innovations. An overall great place to eat where the atmosphere is very sober and modern.
barcelonaBotafumeiro Moncho
Considered to be the best seafood restaurant in town, this is one of the best places for shellfish and fish dishes. The superb meat dishes are also worth a mention. The atmosphere is also superb and it's a great place to dine in.Great for a romantic meal or for a group celebration.
barcelonaArc Cafe
Arc Cafe is a great little cafe in the Gothic Quarter which is the best place to have some gastronomic selections with a strong Mediterranean influence. The atmosphere is tranquil and relaxed and it is an ideal place, especially for younger visitors.
Barcelona masjids and Muslim travel
Landmark masjids and prayer-aware notes for visitors planning salah, family movement, and halal-friendly days.
Friends of the Mosque of Peace
Address: Via BÃ rcino, 24 District: Sant Andreu
Cultural Association Al Qaim
Address: Carrer de Sant Pere MitjÃ, 21*LB District: Ciutat Vella
Islamic Centre of Barcelona
Address: Avinguda Meridiana, 326 District: Sant Andreu Telephone: (93) 351 4901
Sufa Centre - Derga Naqshbandi
Address: Carrer de Pere Llobet, 3*5 District: Gracia Telephone: (93) 633 1011
Where to stay in Barcelona
Choose where to stay by trip style, from landmark luxury and family bases to central, airport, and neighborhood-led stays.
barcelonaHotel Arts
The marriage of New York design with Barcelona money has produced an enormous success called Hotel Arts. Getting awards is nothing new for this hotel which has received many including several for 'Best Hotel'. Strategically located near the beachside, the crystal clear waters and the sandy beaches that shelve gently into the azure blue sea are amazing sights that are visible from all 483 rooms of this delightful hotel.
barcelonaHotel Palace (Ritz)
Dripping with opulence, style and elegance, the Ritz has maintained the aura of glamour that surrounds it.Every guest who walks through the doors of this hotel is treated like a VIP. Stunning halls and foyers with dazzling chandeliers, rich fabrics and an ambience that screams luxury, the Hotel Palace is the place where all the celebrities flock. From Sophia Loren, Ava Gadner and Woody Allen to Mikhael Gorbachev and Queen Rania of Jordan, the Ritz has hosted the rich and the famous and continues to do so. The handsomely decorated rooms and the lavish marble bathrooms modeled on ancient Roman spas, make this hotel fit for a king. Guests can enjoy pre-prandial drinks in the Scotch Bar, a bar in the purest English style. For dinner there is a choice of restaurants to pamper your gastronomical desires, Diana;s Garden, the Caelis Restaurant and Dawn Petite Brasserie.
barcelonaAvenida Palace
Nestled among elegant shops and apartment buildings, this hotel is located in the central city area within walking distance of Barcelona's major attractions. Popular with celebrity guests, this hotel hosted the Beatles, who stayed in the master suite after their only concert in Barcelona, in June 1965. The hotel is famous for its classical Catalonian hospitality. Everything at the Avenida Palace, the fresh flowers, antiques and 1950s-era accessories that fill the public rooms evoke an old world sense of charm. The courteous and competent staff is a sterling example of modern efficiency and always available to satisfy your needs. The standard rooms are decorated in traditional style. Non-smoking rooms are available on request. There are soundproof rooms as well that range from midsize to spacious. All amenities are provided to make your stay comfortable. Bathrooms with dual basins, tub/shower combinations and heat lamps are provided with every room. An elaborate breakfast buffet is served in the breakfast room. Meeting/conference facilities are available for up to 300 people.
barcelonaBarcelona Hilton
The Hilton is located in the middle of one of Barcelona's main financial districts, close to the metro stop. Spread across 11 floors, this is a five-star hotel which gives assurance of quality that goes with a name. The Hilton doesn't disappoint in any way. It impresses in its sleek sophistication evident in the lobby where velvet chairs invite you to sit back and relax. The public areas are furnished according to the set norms of the Hilton. The rooms are large and well equipped. Thick carpets and rich wood decor grace the guest rooms. The bathrooms are equally impressive with all the trappings including dual basins and robes. There are separate units reserved exclusively for women.
barcelonaGran Hotel La Florida
If exclusivity were to be given a name, this would be it. Set in a fairy tale setting on a hilltop, Mount Tibidabo, this luxury boutique hotel offers breathtaking views over Barcelona, the Mediterranean and the snow-capped Pyrenees. Since the beginning the Gran Hotel La Florida has been considered the finest hotel in Barcelona. It has been the hotel of choice of Spanish aristocracy, movie stars and monarchy who came to enjoy the fresh air on the hilltop. During the World War II, it was used as a hospital. After years of renovation, the hotel was opened once again to guests in 2003. A team of prolific artists and designers got together to come up with a design that is at once romantic, exquisite and lavish. The art on display throughout the hotel is enough to arouse the envy of many a high-profile gallery.
History and today in Barcelona
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When to go
The best time to visit Barcelona is from March until mid-July and from September until mid-November, as the temperature is just ideal for sightseeing, albeit on the cooler side, with temperatures hovering in the mid teens on the Celsius scale. Additionally, September brings with it a few festivals that are sure to make your stay memorable!
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Fast Facts
Location: Catalunya (Catalonia), Northeast Spain; Dialing code: Country: 34 City: 93; Emergency numbers: General emergencies Telephone: 112 Medical emergencies Telephone: 061 Fire service Telephone: 080 Guardia Urbana (local police) Telephone: 092 Mossos d'Esquadra - Emergencies and traffic accidents Telephone: 088 Policia Nacional Telephone: 091 Guardia Civil police force Telephone: 062 Duty Magistrates Courts (24-hours) Telephone: (93) 567 3140 Population Over 1.6 million
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Exchange Rates
The Euro is the standard currency in Spain and is used everywhere.
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Public Holidays
January
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Annual Temperature
January; High:: 13°C (55°F); Low:: 4°C (40°F)
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Barcelona Residents
The natives of the city are generally very friendly, calm, and helpful, and are particularly generous with their time. Most Barcelonans prefer maintaining long lasting and enduring relationships instead of gaining more material wealth. Outside of the tourist center of the city, people come and offer help courteously if you look lost. However, in the tourist areas, it's better to be on guard and to avoid such approaches as Barcelona is also known as the Pickpocket Capital of the World - if the gypsies in Rome continue their pickpocketing unchecked, very soon Barcelona will no longer hold this title.
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Barcelona today
Today, Barcelona is one of the most dynamic cities of the European continent and is one of the most attractive places to visit. The second largest city of Spain, it is a major economic center and is home to one of the continent's principal Mediterranean ports. Barcelona today is an important cultural center due to its rich history and the architecture of Antoni Gaudi and Lluis Domenech i Montaner have been designated World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
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Shopping in Barcelona
Explore 22 shopping stops, from malls, markets, and book bazaars to fashion streets and souvenir finds.
barcelonaEl Corte Ingls
It is possibly the most famous shop in Barcelona, it is located on Plasa de Catalunya and is a part of a national chain and is considered the leading department stores chain in the country.
barcelonaHabitat
A leading furniture store in the city and is great for decorative items designed by British designer, Terence Conran.
barcelonaJean Pierre Bua
If designer labels are your thing then check out Jean Pierre Bua.
barcelonaAvinguda Diagonal
This stretch is filled with international designer labels such as Calvin Klein (No. 484, Telephone: (93) 412 1604), Giorgio Armani (No. 490, No. 620,Telephone: (93) 200 7644), and Gucci (No. 415,Telephone: (93) 416 0620).
barcelonaMax Mara
Max Mara has several branches dotted around the city, one of the best is on the Passeig de Gracia
Signature sights in Barcelona
A curated pick of the city's standout sights, led by the strongest editorial recommendations.
Festivals and events in Barcelona
Plan around 18 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.
barcelona6th January, Epiphany
Parades and loud music are taken out in the streets throughout the city. It is one of the liveliest parades of the year.
barcelonaBarcelona Marathon
The Barcelona Marathon runs throughout the city and passes several of Antoni Gaudi's designs. This is perhaps one of the most popular ways for the athletic visitor to see the sights of the city at a brisk pace! http://www.barcelonamarathon.com
barcelona3rd March, Festes de Sant Medir
The Festes de Sant Medir is a religious festival with parades and choral singing at Gracia and various other venues to celebrate the legend of Saint Medir which is about a religious farmer who went through a miracle because of his religious inclinations.
barcelonaHoly Week Festivities
There are several festivals throughout the week at various venues throughout the city, with singing and dancing to food and drinks. March is a very lively month in Barcelona so be sure to keep that in mind when planning your vacation!
barcelonaTrofeo Conde de Godo de Tennis
This is a Tennis Championship, held at Reial Club de Tennis, and is a symbol for the people of Barcelona that celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2002.
Barcelona tours and experiences
Heritage walks, food crawls, coastal trips, museum circuits, family days, and guided ideas for an easier day out.
barcelonaThe Barcelona Guide Bureau
This is one of the best tour guides around and their charges vary from €160 upwards depending on the language required and increase up to €190 on weekends.
barcelonaWalking Tours
La Ruta Modernista: A map book containing maps and details of 50 modern art buildings, and details for self guided tours departing from outside Palau Güell, Carrer Nou de la Rambla 3-5, and costs just €3.
barcelonaBus Tours
There are two companies offering identical tour services in the city. Julià Tours sets off from Ronda Universitat 5, and Pullmantur, starts off from Gran Viá de les Corts Catalanes 645. The morning tours cover the Gothic Quarter and Montjuïc, and the afternoon tours covers some key architectural heritage sites as well as the Picasso Museum. Half-day tours typically set you back by €32.
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