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Barri Gotic in Barcelona

Things to Do in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

The oldest part of Barcelona, featuring narrow, winding streets and medieval architecture, with landmarks like the cathedral and Plaça Sant Jaume. Expect a lively atmosphere day and night, especially near La Rambla and Plaça Reial.

The oldest part of Barcelona, featuring narrow, winding streets and medieval architecture, with landmarks like the cathedral and Plaça Sant Jaume. Expect a lively atmosphere day and night, especially near La Rambla and Plaça Reial.

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Top things to do in Barri Gotic

  • Barcelona Aquarium in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Barcelona Aquarium

    4.1 · 74.4k
    Zoo & Aquarium

    Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.

    Every day
    10 AM – 9 PM
  • Cathedral of Barcelona in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Cathedral of Barcelona

    4.6 · 83.9k
    Cathedral

    Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.

    Mon–Fri
    9:30 AM – 5:45 PM
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
    Sun
    2 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Synagogue Shlomo ben Adret in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Synagogue Shlomo ben Adret

    4.4 · 651
    Museum

    Built in the 3rd or 4th century, this is one of Europe's oldest synagogues & has a museum & tours.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    10 AM – 2 PM
  • Museo de Historia de Barcelona in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Museo de Historia de Barcelona

    4.6 · 5.5k
    History Museum

    Barcelona's history museum in a medieval setting, featuring remains of Roman streets & buildings.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 8 PM
  • Port vell in Barcelona in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Port vell in Barcelona

    4.6 · 294
    Waterway

    The old fishing quarter was rebuilt in the 18th century and now links city beaches, seafood restaurants, the marina, and Port Vell promenades. It is walkable from the Gothic Quarter through the waterfront and works well after museum-heavy…

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Museu Frederic Marès in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Museu Frederic Marès

    4.5 · 2.8k
    Art Museum

    Medieval sculpture collection of Frederic Marès & other displays in palace with tranquil courtyard.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 8 PM
  • Palau Reial Major in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Palau Reial Major

    Palace Museum

    palace in Barcelona, Spain

    Map
  • Sala Peres in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Sala Peres

    4.6 · 582
    Art Gallery

    art gallery in Barcelona, Spain

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue
    11 AM – 2 PM, 4 PM – 8 PM
    Wed–Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • Barcelona Wax Museum in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Barcelona Wax Museum

    4.3 · 6.9k
    Museum

    Waxwork figures of historical & cultural characters & celebs, plus a cafe in a fantasy fairy forest.

    Mon–Thu
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 8:30 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 8 PM
  • Church of Santa Ana in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Church of Santa Ana

    4.5 · 1.0k
    Monastery

    Catholic church & courtyard tucked away in a busy area, hosting occasional Spanish guitar concerts.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 11:30 AM, 4 PM – 5:30 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 11:30 AM, 4 PM – 5:30 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 1 PM
  • VNTG24 Vintage - Second Hand Store in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    VNTG24 Vintage - Second Hand Store

    5.0 · 314
    Flea Market

    A circular fashion statement offering a range of second-hand clothing items, including jackets, t-shirts, sweatshirts, shirts, pants, skirts, shorts, and various accessories.

    Mon–Thu
    4 PM – 8 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 8 PM
  • DesignPlace in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    DesignPlace

    4.6 · 477
    Specialty Store

Where to eat & drink in Barri Gotic

  • Shunka in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Shunka

    Michelin
    Japanese· €30–70

    At this discreet Japanese restaurant, hidden behind a large door that you have to knock on to gain access and which almost seems to be a “secret” address given its scarce signage, the concept is based around much more than a working...

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    1:30 PM – 4 PM, 8 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    1:30 PM – 4 PM, 8 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    1:30 PM – 4 PM
  • Bar Mariatchi in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Bar Mariatchi

    4.6 · 1.4k
    Live Music· €1-10

    Tapas plates, mojitos & beers served at a buzzy bar with live music & exposed brickwork.

    Mon–Thu
    7 PM – 3 AM
    Fri
    7 PM – 3:30 AM
    Sat
    7 PM – 3:30 AM
    Sun
    7 PM – 3 AM
  • Ocaña in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Ocaña

    4.6 · 16.1k
    Coffee Shop· €10–30

    Vibrant, sprawling space with decadent decor, offering a cafe, cocktails & live performances.

    Every day
    8:30 AM – 3 AM
  • Bar Sincopa in Barri Gotic, Barcelona

    Bar Sincopa

    4.5 · 1.9k
    Lounge· €1–10

    Popular, rocker-chic watering hole serving beer, wine & spirits, including international cocktails.

    Mon–Wed
    6 PM – 2:30 AM
    Thu–Fri
    6 PM – 3 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 2:30 AM
    Sun
    6 PM – 2:30 AM

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Map of Barri Gotic with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Barcelona Aquarium
  2. 2Cathedral of Barcelona
  3. 3Synagogue Shlomo ben Adret
  4. 4Museo de Historia de Barcelona
  5. 5Port vell in Barcelona
  6. 6Museu Frederic Marès
  7. 7Palau Reial Major
  8. 8Sala Peres
  9. 9Shunka
  10. 10Bar Mariatchi

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