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Monograms provides traveler’s access to a Local Host, so you will have someone on hand to answer those vacation questions pertaining to Barcelona and Spain. No waiting in line at the concierge desk or trying to ask your waitress at breakfast directions to the shopping district. Simply ask your Local Host about Barcelona and you'll be on your way in no time. Plus, your Local Host will share local Barcelona insights and share suggestions for getting off the beaten path, leaving you more time to create lasting vacation memories that are yours alone.
Catalan National Art Museum
Considered the Prado of Romanesque art, this museum is a must. Housed in the National Palace, it displays the world’s finest Romanesque and Gothic paintings, sculpture and metalwork, as well as the Catalan impressionists, art nouveau furniture, and religious art from the Thyssen Bornemisza collection.
El Born
Formerly one of the seediest sections of Barcelona, the El Born neighborhood with its medieval roots has seen a revival. It is now one of the hottest spots to shop and dine.
Museu Picasso
From Picasso’s boyhood sketches to the art he became famous for, no other museum shows the evolution of this master’s work.
La Rambla
Sit back with a drink, savor the local tapas, and watch street performers go by. The opportunities are endless on this famous tree-lined promenade.
Casa Milà “La Pedrera”
Everyone flocks to the Sagrada Família to see Gaudi’s most famous work. But this building in the Qaudrat d’Or is a slightly less crowded place to take in his unusual architectural style.
Barri Gòtic
Barcelona’s Old City is the perfect place to wind down at the end of the day. This section of town is filled with the best tapas bars.
Tombbus
Want to shop for Spanish luxury goods, but don’t know where? Buy a ticket for the Tombbus, a luxury coach that will take you to Barcelona’s renowned shopping districts.
Port Olímpic
Built for the 1992 Olympic Games, this development offers views of sleek yachts, oceanfront parks, and Frank Gehry’s fish sculpture. Relax at an outdoor café and enjoy the scenery.
Museu Monestir de Pedralbes
A short ride outside of the city will lead you to this medieval monestary and its peaceful courtyards and museum of monastic life. The gothic church is a coveted spot for local weddings, and brides believe if they bring the nuns a dozen eggs before the ceremony it will keep the rain away.
La Granja
Stop here on Carrer Petrexol in the Barri Gotic for churros and a delicious cup of suizo, rich chocolate topped with whipped cream.
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