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Welcome to Barcelona!
Welcome to Barrios de Barcelona! Our guide is structured to allow you to explore
the unique and contrasting barrios (neighbourhoods) of Barcelona while
making sure you catch the highlights in each one. Every different barrio
has something to offer and this is outlined through our guide,
allowing for easy navigation of both the guide and the city.
Get out and explore!

Meet the Team

Rachel Jordan, 28
USA
Barcelona favourite: I love the culture
and the people!

Lucy White, 21
Scotland
Barcelona favourite: magic fountain

Katie Chakhova, 30
Canada
Barcelona favourite: street art
and cava

James Treweek, 22
England
Barcelona favourite: Sagrada
Familia

Jasmaine Vaughan, 19
Scotland
Barcelona favourite: learning
about the Catalan language and
culture
Luke Cy, 30
England
Barcelona favourite: Camp Nou

Danielle Hines, 21
England
Barcelona favourite: The
music, whether youre on the
street, in the metro or at a
concert, Barcelona is bursting
with sound

Table of Contents
History
Barcelona Now and Catalan Identity
Survival Guide
Getting Around
Language Basics

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Sandemans New Barcelona Walking Tours

La Rambla
Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulalia
(Barcelona Cathedral)
Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi
Homenatge als Castellers
Mezcalaria El Antojo
Anti-karaoke

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Barri Gotic

El Raval

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Barceloneta

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Grcia & LEixample

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Barceloneta Beach
Jai Ca
LAquarium
Absente Bar

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Sagrada Familia
Park Gell
El Corte Ingles
Plaas de Grcia
Tur de la Rovira
Hospital Sant Pau
La Chappelle
Khan Kaffran
Unnatural Space

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Camp Nou
Estadi Olimpic
Jard Botnic de Barcelona
Font Magica de Montjuic
Manga & Rosa
Bar Bristol
Sala de Montjuic

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Mercat de la Boqueria
CCCB & MACBA
Street Art Tour
Holala! Plaza or Tallers
Restaurant LHavana
Restaurant Elisabets
23 Robadors

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Montjuic & Poble Sec

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Museu de la Xocolata
Museu Picasso
Parc de la Ciutadella
Fossar de les Moreres
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
Restaurant Galiy
El Xampanye

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Barcelona Extras

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Born

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Montserrat
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Montgat Beach
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History

The first human settlements in Barcelona date back to Neolithic times. There are many theories about the formation of Barcelona. Some even think that
Barcelona was founded by Hercules.

The city itself was founded by the Romans who set up a colony called Barcino at the end of the 1st century BC, which was occupied by the Visigoths in
415 and renamed Barcinona. The colony had over a thousand inhabitants and was bounded by a defensive wall, the remains of which can still be seen
in the old town (within the history museum, very near to Jaume I metro station).

Barcelona Now and

Catalan Identity
In a symbolic referendum in 2009, 95 per cent of those who voted were in favour of Catalonias
independence from Spain and wanted it to achieve statehood, but there was a low voter
turnout (only 27%).

2009

A demonstration in central Barcelona on 10 July 2010 against limitations of the autonomy of

Catalonia within Spain, and particularly against a recent decision of the Spanish Constitutional
Court to annul or reinterpret several articles of the 2006 Statute of Autonomy of Catalonia.
The number of people taking part in the demonstration was estimated at between 1.1 million
and 1.5 million. The demonstration was led by a banner with the slogan in Catalan Som una
naci. Nosaltres decidim. (in English, We are a nation. We decide.).

2010

The 2012 Catalan independence demonstration was a protest march which occurred in central
Barcelona on 11th of September. The protestors demanded the independence of Catalonia
and its consolidation as a sovereign state under the slogan Catalunya, nou estat dEuropa (in
English, Catalonia, new state in Europe). The number of participants was estimated at about
1.5 million to 2 million. The city centre was crowded for hours and many newspapers and other
news agencies described it as a historic demonstration and considered it to be the biggest
protest march ever held in Catalonia since the restoration of democracy in Spain, surpassing
other major demonstrations.

2011

On La Diada, Catalonias National Holiday, 11th of November 2013, hundreds of thousands of

people demonstrated in Catalonia for the independence from Spain and the right to decide
about their future. To draw attention to their claim to independence, they formed a human
chain across Catalonia, with a remarkable length of 400 kilometres.

2013

On 9th of November 2014, the Government of Catalonia held a non-binding vote on the
political future of the state. The ballot consisted of two questions: Do you want Catalonia to
become a State? and Do you want this State to be independent?.

2014

Survival Guide
Important Numbers
Ambulance No.: 061
Emergency No.: 122 (all emergencies)
Police No. 092 (local); 061 (regional)

Personal Safety
Overall, Spain is a generally safe place to be. When travelling, especially
alone, be sure to take the necessary precautions and stay in public areas
where there are plenty of people. If you are carrying a bag or a purse, be
aware of its location and keep it close to your body. The more popular areas
such as Las Ramblas or public transportation stations is where the skillful
pickpocketing can take place.
Money
The currency of Spain is the Euro (). Exchanges can be made at the airport
or around the city at different locations that are clearly marked (Las Ramblas,
etc.). It is best to bring euros along with you to have on hand upon entering
the country. MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted in most areas as well.
Where to Stay
There are various different places to stay in the city. Hotels and hostels can
be found all over in many of the different neighborhoods.

Survival Guide

Time
Be aware of the time difference. Barcelona is one hour ahead of the
UK, six hours ahead of New York and Toronto, nine hours ahead of Los
Angeles, and nine hours behind Sydney. During daylight savings time,
Spains clocks jump ahead during the last week of March and back
again in the last week of October.
Health
Water from the tap is perfectly safe to drink; however, it may not taste
the best. When ordering in a bar or restaurant you will typically be
given bottled water.
There are several hospitals that have 24 hr accident and emergency
services along with pharmacies in each neighborhood with hours from
9am-1pm and 4pm-8pm.
If you are traveling during the summer months, be sure to carry
sunscreen with you and reapply often. Also carrying water with you at
all times is beneficial to stay hydrated in the intense heat.
Electricity
Spains electricity is 220v and plugs have round posts. It is important
that you bring an adapter and a converter (or transformer) to use UK
and US cell phone chargers, laptops, and other electric items.

Tips
Tipping is an acceptable action. Locals typically leave a few cents or
round to the nearest euro for a coffee or drink, a euro or two for most
meals aside from the nicer establishments, for those expect closer
to ten to fifteen percent. Taxi drivers generally like to get roughly five
percent.
Spanish culture can be quite affectionate between family members
and close friends. When greeting one another people generally shake
hands or touch cheeks while making a kissing sound.
Nonverbal communication is important. Be aware of your body
language even the way you are standing can send messages that you
might be unaware of.
If you plan on visiting the museums, a Barcelona Museum Pass can be
purchased for 30 and allows entry to six of Barcelonas most popular
museums and skip the queues. Its the best deal and is valid for three
consecutive months after redemption.

Getting Around

Metro
The metro system is a popular way of travel and the fastest way to get around
the city and runs on 6 lines. Tickets can be purchased at all metro stations.
There are various options for tickets to be purchased. Single (2.15); T-Dia
(one day pass for 7.60); 2 Day Pass (14); 3 Day Pass (20); for the best
By Air
deal, a T-10 ticket can be purchased (9.95) that is valid for 10 journeys on
If coming in by air, there are several different ways to get to where you the metro and the train. Hours of the metro service are Mon-Thurs, Sun and
are going. Grabbing a taxi may be less of a hassle, but will cost more public holidays 5am-midnight; Fri 5am-2am; Sat and the day before public
(approximately 30) plus extra charges if traveling after 9pm and if you holiday is 24-hr service. All metro stations can be identified with a red M.
plan to use the boot of the taxi. The airport train runs roughly every 30
minutes to the Barcelona Sants station costing approximately 4, making Taxi
this a cheaper option and will take about 15-20 minutes. Another cheaper Taxis can be hailed in most of the more populated areas such as venues, train
option would be taking the Aerobs service that runs every 5-10 minutes and metro stations, etc. Calling ahead can be beneficial but be prepared
to be charged a few extra euros and few of the companies speak English.
Mon-Sat 6am-1am; 5.90 or 10.20 return to and from T1 and T2.
Barna Taxi (tel: 933 222 222); Radio Taxi (tel: 933 033 033)
Bus
Buses and night buses are available daily 5am-10:30pm for single tickets Bike Rental
at 2.15. Barcelona Tour Buses can be taken around the city on a two- A great way to get around the city is to rent a bike for roughly 20 per day.
storey bus. Tickets can be purchased (27 for 1 day; 35 for 2 days) and For more information visit www.bicing.cat.
more information can be found at www.barcelonatours.es.
Barcelona has various modes of transportation, making it easy to get
around to different parts of the city. These modes include by way of
taxi, bus, metro, train, bike, and trams. Visit www.tmb.cat for ticket
information, bus stops, city transport map, and full timetables.

Language Basics
English

Spanish

Catalan

English

Hello
Goodbye
Good morning
Good afternoon
Good evening
Goodnight
How are you?
Thank you (very much)

Hola
Adis
Buenos das
Buenas tardes
Buenas tardes
Buenas noches
Cmo ests?
(Muchas) Gracias

To eat / to drink
Food / Drinks

Youre welcome
Please
Sorry
Excuse me
Yes/No
OK
Cheers!
Help!
Entrance
Exit
Open
Closed
Do you speak English?
Square
Street
Avenue
How much is it?
Where are (the toilets)?

De nada
Por favor
Lo siento
Perdn/ Perdona
S/ No
Vale
Salud!
Socorro!
Entrada
Salida
Abierto
Cerrado
Habla ingls?
Plaza
Calle
Avenida
Cunto cuesta?
Dnde estn (los
servicios)?

Hola
Adu
Bon dia
Bona tarda
Bon vespre
Bona nit
Com ests?
(Moltes) Grcies /
Merci
De res
Si us plau
Ho sento
Perd
Si / No
Val
Salut!/ Txintxin!
Socors!
Entrada
Sortida
Obert
Tancat
Parla angls?
Plaa
Carrer
Avinguda
Quant costa?
On sn (els lavabos)?

Spanish

Comer / Beber
La comida / Las
bebidas
I would like
Me gustara / Quisiera
The bill, please
La cuenta, por favor
The menu
el men
Breakfast
el desayuno
Lunch
la comida
Dinner
la cena
Dessert
el postre
Water
el agua
Beer
la cerveza
Wine
el vino
Is there a menu in
Hay un men en
English?
ingls?
I would like to reserve Quisiera reservar
a table for (2) people at una mesa para (dos)
(8) oclock
personas a las (ocho)
That was delicious!
Estaba buensima!

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Catalan
Menjar / Beure
El menjar / les begudes
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El compte, si us plau
el men
l esmorzar
el menjar
el sopar
el postre
laigua
la cervesa
el vi
Hi ha un men en
angls?
Voldria reservar una
taula per a (dues)
persones a les (vuit)
Estava bonssima!