This is a fairly basic but useful library off a beautiful courtyard in an academic area. The…read morelibrary is open and "modern" style. Magazines, books, computers and I was able to get a password for wifi access. Very close to Las Ramblas and the tourist area.

Just 300 hundred yards far from the Ramblas, you have the old city hospital, called Hospital de la…read moreSanta Creu i Sant Pau. One of the 600 years old buildings is hosting this cosy library. Specialized in arabic culture, it is a really nice place to read the newspapers, books or even watching a movie. There is also a children's library in front. The surroundings are astonishing, it is impossible that you don't fall off your chair if you happen to visit the cloister. You also have at the end of the library some tables with electric sockets, so you can plug your devices there. Internet is free if you have the library ID. Don't expect super high speed connection, but it works. The staff is kind and helpful and the restrooms are in good cleaning condition. The only problem is that is a small library so, after school is finished it could be difficult to find a free spot.

Great place to take your kids. All ages. It's a library and learning center. They also have a parc…read morebehind it. Some people are friendly but I swear they are not clear in helping. I don't get it. Ugh! But anyways there is a area to study. Use the computer. There is a play area on the second floor for little kids. Books to read. A reason area. There is a information desk on the first floor. And also classes below the first floor which makes it -1 -0. I don't get it but yes. Class rooms. The Casal Infantil is on the 2nd floor you have to pay €3.20 for a day. You can leave your child and come back before 8pm.

Casa Batllo is one of Gaudi's beautiful architecture designs. I purchased the tickets online and…read morewas instructed to download the app. Within the app there is access to the tickets and the audio tour once you arrive that describes the different sections. The exterior is so beautiful and resembles a sea creature. He was known to get his inspiration from nature and it shows throughout Casa Batllo. The tour took about an hour. We went early in the day to avoid a long wait time. There are some gift shops in different sections throughout the tour and they also had an option to take a photo on the balcony which was available for purchase. Overall it was a nice experience!

When researching popular tourist destinations in Barcelona, Casa Batlló came up on many a list. I…read morelike to take in museums and other historical structures whenever I visit a new city, so this sounded perfect. That being said, I purchased tickets for us to explore during our first full day in the city. Casa Batlló is one of several structures in Barcelona designed by Antoni Gaudí. I believe this was originally designed as a private residence, and has since become a showcase of the type of work Gaudí produced. The visits are self-guided, and once you enter you are given an audio guide that you can use throughout the house that provides information about the space you're in. The house itself is gorgeous. It's so intricately designed with different themes throughout the space. The audio guide really helped here as it told the history behind each room. I found myself snapping tons of pictures, or just standing there and taking it all in. As expected, there were a couple of gift shops, and some interactive exhibits scattered throughout the house as well. Note that not all spaces are open to all guests, it depends on the type of ticket you buy; that being said, even if you get the base ticket you will see a lot. Also, this place naturally attracts Instagrammers - be aware there are lots of people posing for the camera, Overall, Casa Batlló was an awesome experience. It was my first taste of Gaudí's influence on the city, and I would definitely return for another visit.

Lots to love here, but also lots to navigate. Look, Barcelona has a great number of libraries, and…read morethis could rank up there as a fantastic site but it has a building facility aspect it doesn't appear to seek a remedy for. So, the design. Way cool. Surrounded by a water feature a la a moat. Only from the times I've been there's no water, nor does there appear to have been any for some time. In place you have ample homelessness elements, rando garbage, and the like. Not inviting or sustainable, certainly failing the spirit of what was intended. Staff is helpful if mildly terse. Excellent seating and floorplan with 2 levels and ample natural light. Great selection not only of, of course, books but CDs and DVDs too. In short, it's a great resource though overall sorely in need of some new energy and care.

Nice church across the Urgell library. It's pretty big. Make sure you check the hours of mass. It's…read morea Catholic Church. Street Parking but not in the front. Lots of foot and car traffic.