Visit Zona Franca
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 great live music and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Camp Nou
Catch an event at Camp Nou during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's great live music and churches.
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
Barcelona: Park Güell Guided Tour & Priority Access
Skip the Line: Palau de la Música Ticket or Tour
Barcelona Marvels: A Guided Walking Tour of the City’s Highlights
Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Bus Turistic
Top hotels in Zona Franca
Best Western Plus Hotel Alfa Aeropuerto
Clean room good shower but no shuttle service till after 6am
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Barcelona Airport Hotel
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Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Arc la Rambla
Nice hotel in good location, sadly the entire length of la ramblas is like a building site, literally right outside the door.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Lamaro Hotel
I loved the rooftop tapas with the view of the vella cathedral!! Food was great and the view was amazing! The concierge, Raquel, was very helpful finding us a ride to the port during the taxi strike. I would definitely recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Excellent staff, very responsive and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Barceló Raval
Inside the Hotel is beautiful. The service and food was awesome.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Franca
Sants-Montjuïc
Sants-Montjuïc is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Port de Barcelona and Palau Sant Jordi. See more of Barcelona by jumping on the metro at Foc Station or Zona Franca Station.
El Poble-sec
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in El Poble-sec. Spend some time visiting top spots like Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, and catch the metro at Parc de Montjuïc Station or Espanya Station to see more of the area.
Sant Antoni
Travellers choose Sant Antoni for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample
Travellers choose La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Entenca Station or Hospital Clinic Station and check out top sights like Arenas de Barcelona.
El Raval
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.
Ciutat Vella
Known for its stunning cathedral, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Ciutat Vella. Top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona are major draws. Catch the metro at Jaume I Station or Barceloneta Station to see more of the city.
