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 fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Barcelona Cathedral
Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.
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
Park Guell Skip the Line Guided Tour
Best of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic
Sagrada Familia & Barcelona Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick-up
Montserrat Half-Day Trip from Barcelona with Lunch & Wine Tasting Option
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Tour
Top hotels in El Carmel
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Hotel ILUNION Bel Art
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmel
Gràcia
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Gràcia. Make a stop by Gaudi Experiencia or Gaudi House Museum 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.
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.
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample
Visitors to L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Avinguda Diagonal and Mercat del Ninot. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Provenca Station.
el Fort Pienc
You might enjoy the bars while in el Fort Pienc. Passeig de Sant Joan is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Marina Station or Arc de Triomf Station to see more of the city.