The Frederic Marès Museum is located in the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, in an impressive medieval building that was formerly part of the Royal Palace. The museum boasts an extensive collection of medieval sculptures as well as tens of thousands of everyday items amassed by Marès, which provide insight into the lives of Barcelona’s… The post The Frederic Marès Museum (Visitors Guide) appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

Barcelona is famous for its striking Art Nouveau architecture, which attracts millions of tourists every year to visit iconic landmarks such as the Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera, and Casa Batlló. Apart from these well-known sites, which are open to the public, hundreds, if not thousands, of other Art Nouveau buildings are scattered throughout the city,… The post Casa Pàdua: The Green and Red Art Nouveau House at 75 Pàdua Street appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

The Basilica of Sants Màrtirs Sant Just i Pastor dates back to the fourteenth century and was built on the ruins of a fourth-century church, which was itself built on top of a pagan temple dedicated to the deity Mithras from Greco-Roman mythology. The church’s plain exterior, typical of Catalan Gothic architecture, belies the beauty… The post Basilica of Sants Màrtirs Sant Just i Pastor appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

Barcelona’s magnificent Gothic cathedral dates back to the thirteenth century and is one of the city’s oldest and most historic buildings. The cathedral is famous for its ornate Neo-Gothic façade, peaceful cloister and stone gargoyles that channel water from the roof. Other highlights include the ornate marble altar, elaborately carved choir stalls and the crypt… The post Barcelona Cathedral: A Complete Visitor’s Guide appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

The Camins de Ronda are a series of historic footpaths that run along the Costa Brava, one of Spain’s most beautiful sections of coastline. The paths date back more than a thousand years and were originally used by fishermen to travel from village to village. From the mid-nineteenth century, they were used by the police,… The post Complete Guide to Hiking the Camins de Ronda (Costa Brava Coastal Path) appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

The PR-C 171 trail is an easy twenty-kilometre hike through the Collserola mountain range, which visits the peaks of Sant Pere Martir, Tibidabo and El Turo de Santa María and offers breathtaking panoramic views of Barcelona, along the coast, and inland towards Montserrat and nearby cities like Sant Cugat del Vallès. The trail takes between… The post Walking the PR-C 171 in Barcelona: From Zona Universitaria to Trinitat Nova appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

If you’re planning a trip to Barcelona you’re probably wondering whether the tap water in Barcelona is safe to drink. Yes, tap water in Barcelona is completely safe to drink. It is continuously monitored to ensure that it meets the standards established in EU directive 2220/184 and under Spanish law, Real Decreto 140/2023. Both these… The post Can You Drink the Tap Water in Barcelona? appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

The Hash Marihuana and Hemp Museum in Barcelona is the largest museum in the world dedicated entirely to cannabis. The museum, which was inaugurated in 2012, explores the use of cannabis and hemp throughout history, including medicinal, cultural, industrial, and recreational uses. The museum is located in a medieval palace in the Gothic Quarter, where… The post The Hash Marihuana and Hemp Museum, Barcelona appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

Barcelona’s City Hall is a splendid example of Gothic architecture that has served as the local government’s headquarters since its construction in 1369. Like many other buildings in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, the city hall has been subject to various modifications and additions. However, despite all the changes, parts of the interior have remained unchanged since… The post Barcelona City Hall (history and why you should visit) appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more

The Casa de l’Ardiaca is a small Gothic building tucked away in plain sight, near the main entrance to Barcelona Cathedral. The building, which is currently home to the city’s historic archive, dates back to the twelfth century when it served as the residence of the archdeacon, a high-ranking member of the clergy. Despite being… The post Casa de l’Ardiaca: The Archdeacon’s House appeared first on Barcelona Lowdown ..read more