Dive headfirst into Barcelona and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.
Barcelona rewards curiosity - discover sweeping views of the city that give way to an ocean of blue, and cutting-edge art museums alongside extraordinary Gaudi buildings. Our on-the-ground experts have explored La Sagrada Familia, relaxed in Parc de la Ciutadella, and shopped for fresh ingredients at Mercat de Sant Antoni. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Barcelona travel guide. Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning your trip to Barcelona effortlessly, including:
- Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
- Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
- Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Barcelona
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Casa Vicens, to La Pedrera, and Museu Picasso
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
- Connect with Barcelona's culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
- Updated as part of Lonely Planet's reimagined guidebook collections, built to help travellers plan smarter, travel easier and explore with confidence
- Covers: La Rambla & Barri Gotic; El Raval; La Ribera & El Born; Barceloneta, Waterfront & El Poblenou; La Sagrada Familia & L'Eixample; Gracia & Park Gu ell; Camp Nou, Pedralbes & La Zona Alta; Montjuic, Poble Sec & Sant Antoni
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Barcelona.