El Carmel Travel Guide
Barcelona
Popular places to visit
Sagrada Familia
Gaudí’s basilica in the center of Barcelona is an architectural marvel and offers views across the city from eight towering spires.
La Rambla
These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers.
Plaça de Catalunya
This popular Barcelona meeting point connects the old city with the new and is famous for its shopping, monuments and festival celebrations.
Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Camp Nou
Catch an event at Camp Nou during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
Barceloneta Beach
The warm water of the Mediterranean Sea and aquatic sports, beach bars and nightlife combine to make this Barcelona’s most popular urban beach.
Things to do
Discover Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia Guided Tour
Barcelona Sagrada Familia Reserved Access Tour
Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Bus Turistic
Barcelona: Park Güell Guided Tour & Priority Access
Top hotels in El Carmel
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Convenient, clean, model and spacious. Highly recommended. Shuttle late night and early morning.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Lamaro Hotel
Enjoyed this hotel and the rooftop bar a lot. It was so clean and quiet. Perfect stay in Barcelona.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Barceló Raval
Staff was courteous, went above and beyond to accommodate us. Very helpful with all our needs. Location is great, and the 11th floor 360view is incredible
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Excellent stay!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
BYPILLOW Flamant
clean room nice shower
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Room was very clean, staff very helpful and professional. View was amazing from the room and roof top, food was delicious too
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmel
Gràcia
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Gràcia. Make a stop by Passeig de Gràcia or Gaudi Experiencia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Joanic Station or Fontana Station to get around town.
La Sagrada Familia
La Sagrada Familia is a destination travellers like for its churches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Sagrada Familia Station or Sant Pau Dos de Maig to explore sights like Sagrada Familia.
Sant Gervasi
Travellers choose Sant Gervasi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Muntaner Station or Sant Gervasi Station and check out top sights like Francesc Macia Plaza.
Sarrià-Sant Gervasi
Travellers choose Sarrià-Sant Gervasi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Carretera de les Aigues Station or Vallvidrera Superior Station and check out top sights like Tibidabo Amusement Park.
Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and Sagrada Familia, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
Dreta de l'Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
