Barcelona Area Guide:
The Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)

The beautiful neighbourhood known as the Gothic Quarter is so called because it used to be the Roman village and thus has some remnants of its glorious past.  These days because of the constant modernization it is very possible to spot an ancient building right next to one built in the 90s.  It is this mix of old and new that brings people from all over the world to stay in the Gothic Quarter.

The narrow, winding streets create quite a labyrinth and means that it may take a while to get your bearings.  I recommend that you should always look up and around you or you may miss some of the best bits.

The Gothic quarter has many peaceful squares (placas) where you can relax and enjoy your surroundings.  However one of the main attractions, right in the heart of the district is the huge Cathedral which has a stunning courtyard full of plants and oddly, geese.

You will be spoilt for choice of restaurants and bars, especially around Placa Reial which is always full day and night.  The night-life in the Gothic Quarter is lively to say the least and you will always find somewhere to have a drink or a dance.  Calle Ferran, which is just to one side of Placa Reial and leads up to Placa Sant Jaume with its imposing government buildings is also good for bars and cafes.

Shopping is also amazing in the Gothic Quarter, from the more commercial area of Calle Portal de L´Angel to all the little boutiques on Calle Avinyo.  Make sure you walk around to experience all you can, the Gothic Quarter is perfect for that afternoon stroll. 

There are metro stops on both sides of the Gothic Quarter, there are 3 on Las Ramblas which runs up one side of the area, and on the other is
Jaume 1.  However you are in the centre of the city and many of the city’s attractions are a walk away. 

At the top of Las Ramblas is Placa Catalunya from where you can go onto Psg de Gracia if your shopping tastes are slightly more designer orientated, or if you want to see Gaudi´s buildings. 

El Raval is another interesting area worth a visit, you can get there by crossing Las Ramblas.

The Barri Gotic area is the first choice for many visitors to Barcelona.  It is the cultural hub of the city and great for any type of traveller.

Hotels Near The Gothic Quarter

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Adagio Hotel - 2 Stars
Colon Hotel - 4 stars
Gotico Hotel - 2 stars
H10 Montcada Hotel - 4 stars
Meridien Hotel - 5 Stars
Monte Carlo Hotel - 3 Stars
MontBlanc Hotel - 3 stars
Neri Hotel - 4 stars
Nouvel Hotel - 3 stars
Nh Duc De La Victoria - 3 stars
Rialto Hotel - 3 stars
Rivoli Ramblas Hotel - 4 stars
Royal Hotel - 4 stars
Suizo Hotel - 3 stars

Highlights of area:

Barcelona Cathedral
Roman Architecture
Cafes and bars

Related Pages

Barcelona Neighbourhood And Hotel Guide - Guide to the main Barcelona neighbourhoods and hotels listed for each area. Photos, descriptions makes it easy for you to know where to choose your hotel.

Barcelona Hotel Reviews - Read our independent reviews of over 100 Barcelona hotels

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