Start with the street, not the room: a first stay in Barcelona
The Gothic Quarter, Eixample and Gràcia offer different bases. Choose where you want to begin and end the day, then build a modest three-day plan.
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Build a city break around a neighbourhood, with the right balance of walking, culture and time to stop.

START WITH A LITTLE PERSPECTIVE
Think about the kind of evenings you want as well as the sights you want to see. A central address, a quiet room and easy transport are three different things.
Start with the official destination information, then check individual venue and operator details for your dates.
The Gothic Quarter, Eixample and Gràcia offer different bases. Choose where you want to begin and end the day, then build a modest three-day plan.
Read the guide 3 minute readBuild the weekend around the Alcázar, leave room for the old city, and give Triana more than a quick bridge crossing.
Read the guide 3 minute readOfficial visitor information for Barcelona. Use venue and operator websites to check current access and booking conditions.
Visit websiteSeville tourism information for the city and its neighbourhoods. Use individual venues for booking and access conditions.
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