Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter


Booking your vacation rental in Barcelona around the gothic quarter means that you only have to step outside your door to be surrounded by stunning architecture and a hub of activity. The streets of Barcelona’s gothic quarter are filled with Medieval buildings and trendy bars, clubs and restaurants. What’s more, you are in the heart of the city, within easy reach of all the other main attractions.

History

The area is known as the gothic quarter due to its former life as a Roman village. You will still be able to find many remains of its glorious past. Because of the constant modernisation of the area, it’s not unusual for you to spot a modern building right next to an ancient one. It’s this eclectic mix of old and new that brings people from all over the world to find Barcelona accommodation in this area.

Shopping

There is an abundance of shopping opportunities in the gothic quarter. For commercial shopping head to Calle Portal de L’Angel or you can spend hours popping in and out of the little boutiques of Calle Avinyo. You are also in close proximity to Las Ramblas which has an abundance if shops and market stalls.



Architecture

When exploring the narrow labyrinth of streets, be sure to look up, or else you will miss all of the best bits. Bridges and archways span across the roads, and the decor on some of the building are extremely detailed.

There are many squares where you can sit outside with a drink and enjoy your surroundings. In the heart of one is the areas main attraction, the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulàlia. The cathedral was constructed from the 13th to the 15th centuries and is a stunning example of gothic architecture. One of its most notable features being the roof, scattered with gargoyles and a host of other mythical creatures.

Dining

If you don’t want to dine in your villa in Barcelona, you will be spoilt for choice with the amount of restaurants and bars in this area. The Plaça Reial is always popular both day and night and there is a great deal of nightlife on offer.

Location: Barcelona, Spain

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