The Ramblas

Las Ramblas is a block of streets located in the center of Barcelona. There are many trees along this only pedestrian boulevard. The smaller streets are filled with shops and cafes on either side of the street. Visitors and locals can dine at the restaurants and cafes with tables on the sidewalk. There are flower stalls, kiosks with lots of hawker souvenirs and markets in the cafeteria. Street artists bring a lively atmosphere to the area. Visitors can come here at any time of day to stroll along the 0.75-mile (1.2-kilometer) boulevard and explore the surrounding area.

Las Ramblas divides the old town into two zones. The main street (La Rambla) runs from Placa Catalunya in the north to Port Vell in the south. The Gothic Quarter has medieval architecture on one side and the multicultural Raval district on the other.

It will take you about an hour to walk all the way to La Rambla. Take a break at any bar or café for sangría or seafood rice. This is a tourist area, so prices are higher than other areas in the city.

La Boqueria is the city's most popular market, a good place to buy fresh vegetables, seafood and foie gras. Look for the main entrance on La Rambla.

Visit the Liceu Theatre, which is a ballet and opera house. The massive building, which opened in 1847, is impressive for its interior, with its vast yellow and red auditorium. One of La Rambla's features is the surrealist artist Joan Miró's cracked ceramic tiles on the sidewalk near the Liceu Theatre.

Opening times and fares Always open and free to visit.