Parc de la Ciutadella is a lush attraction nestled in the Old City, known locally as the Ciutat Vella. The park was designed by Josep Fontserè and his then-unknown assistant Antoni Gaudí, who went on to pioneer Catalan modernism with such masterpieces as the Basilica de la Sagrada Família. Although it no longer bears the distinction of being the only green space in the city, the park remains an important respite for city dwelling nature lovers, as well as those looking to experience the essence of Barcelona. Within the park are several attractions for the whole family, among them the Barcelona Zoo and Catalan Parliament. Weave through the verdant park and its many cultural offerings, taking time to relax by the lake as the ornate fountain creates a peaceful melody.
Towering over the city at 173 meters (570 feet) is this scenic hill overlooking the sea. Montjuïc remained uninhabited until after the Middle Ages despite the fact that the Jewish quarter in Barcelona had already extended to the nearby Miramar area. The first path to the summit opened in 1607, and in 1640, a fortress was built to resist Spanish invasions during the Catalan Revolt. For centuries now, the Montjuïc park area has been a popular place for locals to pick wild herbs during leisure time, as well as an enjoyable attraction for visitors. Please note that while the park is free to visit, Montjuïc Castle charges an admission fee.
Featuring an air of striking regality that can be attributed to its historic dull rose facade, the Gran Teatre del Liceu is a longstanding symbol of Barcelona's prized culture. Perhaps the most important theater in Barcelona, the Gran Teatre del Liceu was built in 1847 as a venue for opera performances. The original building showcased a modern aesthetic designed by architects Miquel Garriga i Roca and Josep Oriol Mestres, and while the theater was rebuilt after a fire in 1994, a handful of cherished artifacts from the first structure remain. The main façade, the Hall of Mirrors, and staircase notably represent the historic Gran Teatre del Liceu as it was originally conceived. As important as ever, the new theater stays true to its roots by staging an exciting program of operas, concerts, and ballets performed by some of the most reputable companies in the world. It even houses a symphony orchestra and choir that perform throughout the year. With 2,292 seats, the Gran Teatre del Liceu is certainly grand, and it has one of the largest opera auditoriums in Europe.
Uma visão impressionante e a maior glória da comunidade do futebol na Espanha, o Camp Nou é um dos maiores estádios da Europa. Lar do amado Clube de Futebol de Barcelona, conhecido simplesmente como Barça pelos locais, este estádio espetacular foi construído em 1957 em um terreno separado, quando a expansão do estádio Camp de Les Corts foi considerada impossível devido à falta de espaço. O estádio é às vezes chamado de "casa que Kubala construiu", em referência ao grande artilheiro eslovaco-húngaro que jogou pelo Barça na década de 1950. Kubala era tão popular entre os espectadores que o estádio não conseguiu acomodar as massas extraordinárias que se aglomeravam para vê-lo jogar em mais de uma ocasião. O Camp Nou pode acomodar mais de 99.000 espectadores por vez e é profundamente icônico por suas arquibancadas vibrantes, pintadas nas cores do clube: azul e vermelho.
O Ícone arquitetônico Antoni Gaudí projetou este amplo parque para criar harmonia entre paisagens urbanas e naturais. Ele começou a construir o sistema de parques em Carmen Hill em 1910, criando uma tapeçaria atraente de estruturas, jardins e instituições públicas para os cidadãos e visitantes de Barcelona desfrutarem. Gaudí terminou de trabalhar no projeto em 1914 e, embora nunca tenha sido concluído, o Parque Güell se orgulha hoje em ser um Patrimônio Mundial da UNESCO. Experimente estilos arquitetônicos variados em características intrigantes, como as colunas da Sala de las Cien Columnas, ou Salão das Cem Colunas, que sustentam uma varanda de estilo romântico coberta de mosaicos.
The Italian architect, Domenico Bagutti, is the mastermind behind Parque del Laberint d'Horta. Constructed in the 18th Century, it shares space with the Desvalls' family mansion in the Horta-Guinardó district and is the oldest of its kind in the city. Spread over nine hectares (20 acres), its most significant feature is the labyrinth that lends its name to the park. It boasts an inspiring amalgamation of Neoclassical and Romantic schools of architecture with manicured lawns punctuated with Greek mythological sculptures, ornate fountains and rich flora. The beautiful layout has served as a backdrop for numerous performing arts and has served as a film set too.