TOP THINGS TO DO IN BARRI GOTIC
Here is what to see in Gothic Quarter:
1
Plaça del Rei
In this plaza stands out the medieval Palace of the Catalan Dynasty in the Middle Ages, and in the and the ground have been excavated the Roman ruins of our city (accessible through the Museum of History of the City). Do you know that in autumn and spring there are local bands of traditional Catalan music playing live and people gathers to dance to ancestral routines?
2
Cathedral of Saint Eulalia
From the religious point of view, it is the most important church in Barcelona. The entrance is free of charge until noon, and after 5:30 PM. Don’t miss the cloister where the geese leave. By the way, for an extra fee you can take the elevator that takes you to the top! Learn more about the Cathedral.
3
Square of St. Philip Neri
A twisted alley takes you to this charming little square that in the month of June is usually covered by yellow flowers fallen off the trees.
4
Roman Temple of Augustus
Hidden in a backstreet behind the Cathedral, and sheltered inside the building of the oldest Catalan hiking club, still four columns remain of this temple from 2 millenniums ago. It’s a bit off the beaten path, and that’s why even many locals that even know it exists… Love the Roman times? Here are some more Roman sites in Barcelona.
5
Medieval synagogue
According to the records kept in the old archives, it would be the oldest documented synagogue in Europe. The structure is now visitable and there you can learn here the history of our Medieval Jewish community, that disappeared after the attacks suffered in 1391. We can take you on a Jewish Tour, too.
AND BONUS! Where did Picasso used to hang out in the area?
6
Els Quatre Gats
This café in the Gothic District has kept its bohemian atmosphere from the early 1900’s when a young and still unknown Picasso use to hang out there to hear the news arriving from France.
What’s your favorite Gothic Quarter attractions?
Marta
Marta is the founder of ForeverBarcelona. She is a passionate tour guide that loves Barcelona and loves writing too. She is the main author of our Blog, and is committed to sharing her knowledge about Barcelona and her best tips with our readers.
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