The gothic quarter is really special. The older architecture is beautiful and the area is loaded with shops, cafes and restaurants. The gothic buildings and narrow passage ways offer a real European ambiance. More

we stayed rigth in the gothic quarter and it was so cool... we were minutes to Passeig teh Born..and we ahd a aweseme time More

had some nice shops to see the local fare but very busy and lots of people. More

Let the winding side streets take you where they will. Visit this are of the city and take your time. Every other street is a little surprise. Don't forget to look up. The architecture here is worth looking up to see the cornices and even the windows. Do not worry, eventually you will end up back in the Ramblas or... More

We had a private guide for this and found it very enjoyable. More

Found it fascinating. Signed up for walking tour with Barcelona Information Centre. Comprehensive history. Meant you understood what you were looking at and saw things you would ahve missed otherwise More

It was great to wander all the little streets and learn our way around this area, packed full of bars, restaurants and shops. Much nicer than Las Ramblas. But beware, it is full of pickpockets, beggars, buskers, alcoholics etc. We were in Barcelona one hour before we saw a bag snatch, and had pickpocket attempt on our first night. We... More

Loved every minute! Did the Old city tour with Runner Beam and then wandered on ourselves. The buildings are preserved wonderfully! It's really a very charming part of the city. Would definitely spend a couple of hours strolling there again!! More

To get away from tourist priced bars/restaurants, go down the many side streets - you'll find some great places to eat and drink at more reasonable prices. More