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.
Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
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.
Park Güell
Look out over the city from a Gaudí-designed terrace in this park in the city’s north.
Passeig de Gràcia
One of Spain’s most expensive streets has masterworks by Gaudí, Falqués and more, interspersed with designer boutiques and rather opulent cafés.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Casa Batlló Tickets with SmartGuide
Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Bus Turistic
Park Güell Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Barcelona
Top hotels in El Carmel
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Everything was nice, but the room was very dark. if you want to work or read a book , you will need a flashlight !
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Arc la Rambla
Staff was great, breakfast was great, location was great!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Moxy Barcelona
Great location with great amenities!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Excellent location
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
Safe an clean hotel stay
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
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 House Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Joanic Station or Fontana Station to get around town.
la Vila de Gràcia
You might enjoy the architecture while in la Vila de Gràcia. Passeig de Gràcia is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Fontana Station or Gracia Station to see more of the city.
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 Sagrada Familia and La Rambla, 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 La Rambla and Passeig de Gràcia, 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.
