If you are an architecture buff like my husband and I, consider a visit to Antoni Gaudi's Casa…read moreMila, aka La Pedrera. We did the nighttime tour on the first night of our honeymoon and it was spectacular. A great start to our trip and a truly architecturally magical evening we will never forget. From the light show on the truly unique rooftop facades to ending in the courtyard with a glass of cava.

This house has easy online ticket purchase and plenty of open hours. The view from the roof is…read moreawesome, and the architectural models upstairs are fascinating. I'm honestly not the biggest fan of Gaudi so I don't find this house to be a must-see in Spain for travelers, especially for €25 entry.

I've seen better in other cities, but it made for fun photos so there's that. Price does appear to…read morebe a bit steep, but it's a tourist attraction in a tourist area, and we were tourists. It did the job, but left much to be desired (see the Sex Museum in NYC!)

Out of curiosity and on a friend's recommendation, we entered this museum. We were surprised at…read morewhat we learned and also laughed at a lot. We were met with a flute of champagne too. And the gift shop is not to be missed!!

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.

Strolling after our Senior Dinner and there he was behind us, one of Anthony Gaudi's whimsical…read moreperfection!

Ok my (grown-up) daughter talked me into going here despite the reviews and my reluctance. What…read moregreat fun!! Whoever says this is a place only for kids is mistaken. It is a place for HAMS! And we hammed it up big. Almost every setting works great for silly photos and the ideas they have on the wall as a prompt are helpful. But use your imagination and don't be shy. In the midst of beautiful plazas and culture, this place was a welcome silly diversion.

The best speakeasy in Barcelona. The cocktails are well thought out and carefully crafted to your…read moretaste. Very strong drinks though, have more than two and you'll probably forget your way back home.

Super cool little bar, very much off the beaten track. Went to a Sunday night jazz show featuring…read moreChino and Albert Bello playing gypsy jazz. It was magical. The front of the bar faces what is essentially an alley and when the cab driver pointed the way from a main street I was dubious. Fortunately, there's a small sign and a buzzer at the door. Once inside, it's like a large living room with a few tables around the periphery. Cover was a few Euros and first drink was included. Crowd went from teenagers to old folks with some swing dancers thrown in. Would go back in a heartbeat if I found myself in Barcelona again.

Review for only the self-guided tour of the Palau itself, we did not see a show. Phenomenal design…read moreand accents in this colorful, mosaic-covered masterpiece. Easily as worthy as its many heritage counterpart structures in this bountiful city of wondrous architecture, it still seems like a hidden gem that gets overlooked amidst multiple world heritage sites. It is not just a beautiful building, it is one of the most photo-worthy UNESCO sites in town. Gorgeously preserved seats, wood, sculptures, stained glass, historic cafe, and don't miss those yummy balcony columns outside! There is much to love here, but if you are short on time and can only snap photos and move along, you can see it all in 20 minutes. Squeeze it in. It's one of the most beautiful buildings you've never heard of.

This place is absolutely stunning -- the architecture, the colors, the detail... just wow…read more Definitely one of the most beautiful buildings I saw in Barcelona. I was a little disappointed that during the night performance, the patio area with the famous mosaic columns was completely closed off. It's one of the highlights of the building, and I was really hoping to see it lit up at night. Apparently, it's only open during day tours, which is kind of a bummer if you're only going for a show. Also, heads up -- the main photo you see everywhere is taken from the upstairs balcony seats, so if that's the view you want, book accordingly.

Great place to walk and enjoy a beautiful day in the heart of Barcelona! There's shops and…read morerestaurants of all kinds as well as beautiful architecture looming over you on each side of the wide avenue. The only downside was all the construction that was really bottlenecking flow and making a ton of grinding and jack hammering noise. Plenty of people watching, shopping and dining opportunities, though!

Fyi right now they are doing construction and its a hot mess. We didnt know so we stayed in the…read morearea thinking it was going to be the happening stop. Plus because of construction its harder to walk around so not fun to get around.

I have visited more churches/cathedrals than i can count but this was so unique. Love those huge…read moregothic churches but they are dark inside. This was stunningly and lots of light. The colored rays from the stained glass was breathtaking and like nothing I've even seen. I hear it changes at different times of day. The outside can be seem from miles away due the the size but once right there the details are so interesting. We signed up for guardi excursion and they got us in quicker as the lines are ridiculous. But they limited our time. I would have stayed much longer. Its nearly finished after all these year and one of the reasons I chose Spain as a travel destination. If you are in Barcelona definitely dont miss visiting here. No matter your relationship with religion this is a work of art. Stunning even though crowded. as with most things the pictures just cant do it justice. I feel so blessed to have been able to finally see it in person. I don't know that Spain and Portugal are places we would return but this was on top of our list for Spain. Designed by Antoni Gaudi construction was began in 1882 and not funded by Vatican or government so depends of ticket and donations. Plus construction was slowed by need to acquire adjacent properties that were anxious to sell. crazy it took over 140 yrs. So its a rare mixture of new and old. Be very aware tickets sell our weeks ahead. This was an added excursion with our go ahead tour. If i were to return to Barcelona I'd def visit all the Gaudi locations again.

This was more than I expected it to be. Our tour was amazing! If you can, book a tour. Our guide…read morewas very passionate and knowledgeable about the basilica. Initially, I thought I knew what we were getting into but quickly found out I had no clue. On top of this being an immense building project, it is also filled with symbolism. Everything in the cathedral has a declarative and deliberate purpose, nothing is random. Also, there is a fantastically assembled museum under the church. Don't miss out on this amazing experience. Enjoy!

From the owner: "The House of Whispers" es un concepto pensado y hecho para los que somos seguidores, fans o…read moresimplemente curiosos del terror clásico, de lo paranormal y lo extraño. Seguro que alguna vez has escuchado sobre alguna experiencia paranormal, esta vez queremos que tu seas el protagonista. Inspirándonos en hechos reales y basándonos en el concepto de Room Escape, de aventura gráfica y survival horror.

This is the cinematic experience I have been seeking. I've been living in the BCN since August…read more2020, and meanwhile oh yeah pandemic but since things are humming again including here I have been to 5 different cinemas and of those this is the winner winner chicken dinner. Today I saw The Batman at 1130a. On a Monday. In Barcelona. This is basically the definition of impossible. They don't do matinees here. They especially don't do weekday matinees here. And they especially especially absolutely do not do VOSE weekday matinees here. In short: cha-ching. Beautifully maintained premises, ticket sale via front of house automation, legit concession, comfortable seats (though the arms don't move and the orientation is upward), but maybe my favorite thing? Reverence. The exit sign was turned off during the movie. And no other light, noise (think hvac), or otherwise nuisance invaded the viewing space. Gadzooks this hit the marks! I will 100% be back. Thank you Verdi, thank you thank you thank you -

Verdi's a sweet spot. Movie theatre's are all a bit similar in many ways, but these are the three…read morereasons I particularly love Verdi: 1.) Location, location, location! Verdi's surrounded by an *awesome* collection of bars and restaurants: perfect for grabbing a bite to eat before a film, or having a drink while doing some post-flick reflection. You'll never tire of the options! 2.) VOSE! Sometimes I like to see American films in, well, English! Verdi's all about subtitling (just saw Hannah Arendt in German and English--fabulous!), so it's great if you want to practice your language, or just watch a film as it was made, in the vernacular! 3.) Verdi's a solid, clean movie theatre with an awesome selection. Sometimes theatre's miss the spot...they either have weird/disappointing offerings or don't take care of their facilities. Not so at Verdi: you're bound to have an enjoyable time! One thing I'd change? The price...life is expensive, and at 9€ a pop, a visit to Verdi isn't like going to the Filmoteca. But then again, Verdi's better than most of your other options. Enjoy!