Experience Barcelona

Lonely Planet’s Experience Barcelona is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Wonder at La Sagrada Familia, dine on tapas and paella, and get ready to enjoy one of Europe’s most famed nightlife scenes - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Barcelona’s best experiences and get away from the everyday!

Inside Lonely Planet’s Experience Barcelona:

Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip

Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout

Pull-out Barcelona map (included in print version)

Highlights and neighbourhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests

Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - Catalan culture, Picasso, Miró & Dalí, Gaudí & architecture, tapas, music

Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn’t thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights

Day trips for easy escapes from the city

Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the metro and tram, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel

Covers La Rambla & Barri Gotic, El Raval, La Ribera, Barceloneta & the Waterfront, La Sagrada Familia & L’Eixample, Gracia & Park Guell, Camp Nou, Pedralbes & La Zona Alta, Montjuic, Poble Sec & Sant Antoni, and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Experience Barcelona, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on Barcelona’s best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip.

Visiting Barcelona for more than a couple of weeks? Lonely Planet’s Barcelona is our most comprehensive guide that covers all the city has to offer. Or for a quick trip, Pocket Barcelona is a handy-sized guide focused on the can’t-miss experiences.

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