As impressive as the works of Gaudí are, Barcelona offers so much more. Some of our recommendations are as follows:
• The Old Town (Ciutat Vella): The old town, with its winding pedestrian streets, is one of the best places to get lost wandering the city. The Barri Gotic, the medieval heart of the city, is filled with shops and restaurants. The harbour/Old Port area is nearby, and Las Ramblas, the wide boulevard with its stands, shops, and trees, provides an easy walk to Plaça de Catalunya and El Raval, another scenic neighbourhood.
• Museums: Nestled throughout the city are several world-class museums. The Museu d’Art de Catalunya is spectacular, and fans of Picasso, Joan Miro and Antoni Tapies will find museums dedicated to them as well.