Publisher's Synopsis
Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher
Lonely Planet Barcelonais your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Stroll along La Rambla past colourful flower stands, enjoy the whimsy of Gaudi's architectural details, or spend an evening sampling Spanish tapas at an outdoor cafe; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Barcelona and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet Barcelona Travel Guide:
- Full-colourmaps and images throughout
- Highlights and itinerariesshow you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests
- Insider tipssave you time and money and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips- including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets- including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insightsgive you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including history, art, music, dance, architecture, politics, sports, cuisine, wine, and more
- Free, convenient pull-out Barcelona map(included in print version), plus over 30 colour neighbourhood maps
- Useful features- includingWalking Tours, Travel with Children,andDay Trips
- Coverageof La Rambla, Barri Gotic, El Raval, La Ribera, Barceloneta, The Waterfront, La Sagrada Familia, L'Eixample, Gracia, Park Guell, La Zona Alta, Montjuic, and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Barcelona,our most comprehensive guide to Barcelona, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled.
- Looking for just the highlights of Barcelona? Check outLonely Planet's Discover Barcelona,a photo-rich guide to the city's most popular attractions, orLonely Planet's Pocket Barcelona,a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.
- Looking for more extensive coverage? Check outLonely Planet's Spainguide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer, orLonely Planet's Discover Spain,a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions.
Authors:Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Regis St Louis, Anna Kaminski, and Vesna Maric.
About Lonely Planet:Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.
TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category
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