City Guide
Explore Like A Local
A few tips from our in-the-know locals: What to see, do,
and taste to get a true sense of the Barcelona experience.
Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 08007 Barcelona Spain
Parc de Montjuïc 08038 Barcelona Spain
38 Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes, 08018 Barcelona Spain
Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 619-621. 08007 Barcelona
Restaurants
From their background in El Bulli and Dos Palillos this new innovative concept was created, born from the desire to create something simple, mediterranean and uncomplicated.
Snug, industrial-chic restaurant focusing on creative seafood, meat tartares & other raw dishes.
Traditional Latin American comfort food served in a laid-back, fun and colorful restaurant.
Cafés
The place of origin of Cacaolat, the most famous chocolate milkshake in Catalonia. The history of this unique place begins in 1870, in the same spot where it stands now, exactly where the first owner opened a dairy.
Coffee shop and contemporary art space, hosting concerts, cultural courses, pop-up shops and events.
The Hardware Société, a cafe born in the laneways of Melbourne with a mission to redefine what breakfast and brunch can be. After Melbourne and Paris, Barcelona is the new destination to expand their vision of fun and tasty food.
The added bonus: they make their own chai latte and the decor is fun and girly.
Bars
Great food and super friendly staff. Have a drink while enjoying the view of Barcelona skyline.
We do not accept bookings.
Hip craft cocktail bar renowned for varoius styles of gin & tonic, plus live bands on weekends.
The Babula Bar 1937, Russian-inspired restaurant as its "brother" Sasha Bar 1968, is located in the Eixample, and offers a range of signature cocktails in a beautiful environment decorated industrially.
Decades-old basement cocktail den with red velvet seating, eclectic art & prebooked tarot readings.
Museums and Galleries
Independent museum with a wide range of inspiring modern, contemporary, and street art, where we exhibit Jean-Michel Basquiat, Banksy, Icy & Sot, JR, KAWS, Keith Haring, Jeff Koons, Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin, Yayoi Kusama, THE KID, Andy Warhol, Studio Irma, and so many more!
The Picasso museum Barcelona, hosted in five town houses and palaces from 13th-15th centuries, is a key reference for understanding the formative years of Pablo Picasso
The National Art Museum of Catalonia is perfect to discover the best collection of Romanesque art in the world or get excited about modernism or to get to know the new contemporary art. Moreover, the MNAC is located in a unique building from 1926 with privilege views of the city.
Josep Lluís Sert designed one of the greatest museum buildings in the city.
Disseny Hub Barcelona is proud to host BANKSY: The Art of Protest. A major international show featuring original artworks from private collections by the controversial British artist whose identity remains a mystery.
The Museu del Perfum opened its doors in 1963 to showcase the historical evolution of perfume bottles and vessels around the world.
The history of the Royal Academy of Medicine of Catalonia started in 1770. Located in one of the most important neoclassical buildings in Barcelona, where the spectacular anatomical amphitheater built by Ventura Rodríguez stands out and was intended for the training of surgeons.
Shops
Customers who visit Assumpta Bou's atelier want authenticity in art and craftsmanship. A piece of jewelry that fulfills and identifies: a lifestyle that values the long-lasting and real.
Since its opening in 2017, Casa Protea Plant Collectors Studio is considered as a meeting place for plant lovers.
Iguapop Shop is more than just a clothing shop, it is the iconic point of reference in the modern neighbourhood El Born and one of the first concept stores in the city of Barcelona.
For nearly 100 years, this name has been connected to Barcelona and the interior design sector. We have continuously been evolving which has allowed us to develop new visions of every lifestyle in which quality, functionality and service have always been present.
SVD is a multi-brand online store specialized in the latest and most limited editions sneakers. We have the most exclusive sneakers from brands such as Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Veja, Jordan and more. Whether you want to hit the gym or follow the latest urban trends, you will find the models that best fit your personality and needs.
Outdoors
Initially conceived to be a garden city for Barcelona’s wealthy families, its artistical, historical uniqueness and architectural was recognized in 1969 as a Monument of Cultural Interest; and in1984, UNESCO declared it World Heritage site.
In the quiet and secluded neighbourhood of Horta, there is an architectural relic from the 18th century, the oldest preserved gardens in Barcelona.
The gardens were created in the 70's and pay tribute to the Majorcan poet Miquel Costa i Llobera. In it, we find 800 species of cacti and other succulents.
Located at the top of the most charismatic mountain in Barcelona, Montjuïc Castle is a setting of countless crucial moments in the history of the city, some of them being quite obscure. Formerly it was the headquarters of the Military Museum, an institution that left in 2009, moving its collection to Figueres.
NEWS
The spring in Barcelona is a season full of colors, terraces, nice weather and good atmosphere.
During the month of April, Barcelona hosts the Bridal Fashion Week, the world's bridal leading event with the presence of the main bridal brands. From 17 to 21 April, BBFW will present catwalks and shows from around 30 designers, that can be only accessed through invitation. It will be attended by more than 360 brands and will welcome the central hub for businesses and networking, bringing together professionals, buyers and entrepreneurs.
Almanac Barcelona participates as the partner hotel of the BBFW, so guests staying in one of our top-suites will have the opportunity to attend this exclusive event (limited invitations, subject to availability).
At Almanac Barcelona, we have the perfect venues for conferences, company meetings and social gatherings to celebrate the most important technology event of the year.
We have created a special menu for this event together with our Michelin-starred chef Rodrigo de la Calle in our green restaurant Virens.
The most romantic day is just around the corner and deserves to be celebrated, so we have crafted a unique 12-step tasting menu for you to come and celebrate Valentine's day with your special someone.
Gift a unique experience signed by Michelin-starred chef Rodrigo de la Calle at our restaurant Virens, a gastronomic journey where you will be able to taste some of the chef's most iconic dishes. The perfect occasion to discover our green gastronomy and fall in love with healthy haute cuisine.
Barcelona has a lot of activities to offer during the whole year. If you plan to visit on the first month of the year, here are some things that you might not want to miss:
In February we celebrate Carnival in Barcelona. This year, it starts on February 8th, the so-called "Dijous Gras" with the "Arribo" (arrival), when the Carnival King presents himself to the crowd and, with the help of his 7 ambassadors, spreads his carnival spirit to the population. This act is followed by the parade of the Carnival King, the most important event of this festivities. From February 8th to 14th, Barcelona will be full of cavalcades, parades, parties and fun.
On February 11th, on Sant Jaume square, you will find the most typical Catalan tradition: castellers. Castells are human towers between six and ten people high, it is originally from Catalonia and was declared Intangible Heritage of Humanity by the UNESCO. If you are in Bacelona on February 11th, it is worth a visit to immerse yourself in the local culture.
During this month, visitors can enjoy the different Christmas markets that the city offers, the most relevant are Santa Llúcia Market and Sagrada Familia Market.
People can visit the Barcelona traditional Christmas nativity scene, which is held in Marès Museum.
If you visit Barcelona during this month, it is a must to go for a walk around its streets to see the Christmas lights and decoration. You will find ice skating rinks, one of them located in the iconic Modernist enclosure of Sant Pau, where a Christmas light spectacle takes place.
You can find all kinds of events in Barcelona all year long.
La Mercè is the patron saint of Barcelona, it is an annual festival and popular celebration held in public places all over the city, it has a huge program of events and traditional activities such as human castles, street parades or concerts.
You can enjoy this traditional festival between September 22nd and 25th.