The first house designed by the iconic architect – exuberant Casa Vicens in the beleaguered city’s Gràcia district – opens to the public later this month. ‘This could be a moment of peace,’ says its manager
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Europe’s hidden coasts: Costa Maresme, Spain
The coast just north of Barcelona is often overlooked by visitors. But with miles of sandy beach, great restaurants and a coast-hugging train, it’s a perfect escape
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Barcelona’s open-air cabinet of curiosities, the Jardí Botànic
The author of new guide Quiet Barcelona sings the praises of this peaceful garden high on the slopes of Montjuïc
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10 of the best market restaurants in Barcelona
The restaurants and stalls around Barcelona’s markets use fresh produce, often direct from the vendors – and are some of the best places to eat in the city
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Staying in style in Barcelona
With an art gallery, coffee bar, yoga and south-east Asian food, you might find it hard to leave Barcelona’s Casa Bonay hotel – unless you get a craving for tapas
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City breaks with kids: Barcelona
It’s a favourite destination for adults, but Barcelona has loads to offer kids, whether they’re into football, science, the seaside or amusement parks
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A bookworm’s tour of Barcelona’s librerías
The Catalan capital may be more famous for Gaudí and tapas, but it has dozens of great bookshops, too
