Between the Rambla and the triumphal arch, the Urquinaona metro stop is located at the top of the Via Laietana, the avenue that connects the Eixample district to the Port.
Connected with the line L4, as well as many Bus lines, the Urquinaona metro station is just a few steps from Plaça Catalunya and the Gothic Quarter ; it offers, among other things, easy access to the Palau de la Musica Catalana, the Paradox Museum and major avenues such as Ronda de Sant Pere, Via Laietana and Calle Pau Claris.
Maze of alleys between Raval and Born where museums, churches, Roman vestigations and architecture retrace the history of Barcelona's oldest district that stretches along the Ramblas from the old port to the Plaza Cataluña.
Gothic Quarter guided tourFrom classical to modern music, (UNESCO heritage since 1997), the Palau de la Música Catalana (Palau de la Música Catalana) is one of the most beautiful concert halls in Barcelona.
Buy now and save timeAs a very important intersection of the city, and a rallying point served by a large number of transports, Plaça Catalunya is one of the most recommended meeting points to get to the centre of Barcelona, where the pigeons have established their headquarters.
Little preview of your next visitThe Metropolitan Basilica Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalie is permanently inhabited by 13 geese who protect the cloister. Mainly built between 1298 and 1450, the Gothic style cathedral has been classified as a national artistic historic monument since 1929.
Barcelona cathedral virtual tourThe Paseo de Gracia (Passeig de Gracia), Barcelona's fashion boulevard where monuments, exceptional architecture, restaurants and boutiques of famous brands such as Hermés, Chanel or Diesel share the 1.5 kilometres that connect Plaça Catalunya to the Gracia district.
Quick visit of the Passeig de GraciaLocated in the Born district, the Santa Caterina market in Barcelona is a historical place where you can buy typical products from Catalonia and Spain.
Av. de Francesc Cambó, 16, BarcelonaBetween Ronda de Sant Pere and Passeig de Colom, the Via Laietana runs alongside the Gothic Quarter to connect the Plaça Urquinaona and the port of Barcelona. The Via Laietana offers, among others, access to the Palau de Musica Catalana, the Barcelona History Museum, the Holy Cross Cathedral, the church of Santa Maria del Mar or the Picasso Museum.
The "Barcelona Essentials pass" offer which not only includes fast-track entry to the Sagrada Familia and its interior museum, but also ticket-free access to the monumental area of Parc Guell, as well as unlimited access for 2 to 5 days to Barcelona's public transport network (metro, tram, bus, Montjuic funicular, etc.).
How does this pass work Book this pass onlineA stone's throw from the Catalan Music Palace, at the Tosca restaurant the tapas are not only excellent, but also original and well presented.
Carrer de l'Argenteria, 62 - metro UrquinaonaA beautiful establishment, near the Catalan Music Palace (Palau de la Música Catalana) and only a few steps from the Gothic Quarter, where service, reception and Catalan culinary specialities prepared with market products are of excellent quality.
Calle Bou de Sant Pere 13, 08003 Barcelona - metro UrquinaonaA few steps away from Barcelona Cathedral, Le Bun Bo is an excellent Vietnamese restaurant in the centre of the city where the best traditions of the country are accompanied by cocktails in a very local decoration.C\ Sagristans, 3 - metro Urquinaona
How to get to Bun Bo Vietnam restaurantNice Japanese restaurant two steps away from the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. Wide assortment of seafood, sushi and Japanese specialties at all you can eat ; Check off your favorite buffet items, and repeat as much as you want.
Carrer de les Jonqueres, 4 - Urquinaona metro stopFrom 2 to 5 days, the Hola card is the best option to visit Barcelona without stress, with unlimited access to public transport. From metro to tram, bus (TMB) or Montjuic funicular, not forgetting zone 1 trains, the Hola Barcelona card also includes transport between airport and Barcelona city centre.
unlimited travel on Barcelona's public transport network : metro, bus, tram, funicular and trains.
Airport terminal access included.
Offer which includes unlimited public transport + entrance to the Sagrada Familia and Gaudi's Park Güell.
Book this pass onlineBarcelona airport transfer + unlimited public transport + audio guide + 10% discount on several attractions.
Book this pass online48 hours of unlimited travel on Barcelona public transport as well as impressive discounts on many attractions.
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