El Poble-sec Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Palau Sant Jordi
Catch an event at Palau Sant Jordi during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Plaça d'Espanya
Serving as a gateway to Sants-Montjuïc and the buildings of the International Exhibition, this whirligig of movement is crowned by a spectacular monumental fountain.
Montjuïc
When the locals want to escape the city heat, they head for this lovely park to relax and recharge their batteries.
Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
Catch an event at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's great live music and churches.
Poble Espanyol
Enter a world of Spanish contrasts at this unusual attraction on Montjuïc Hill.
Montjuic Castle
Few places better exemplify Barcelona’s long history than this hilltop structure, which holds a complicated place in the city’s heart.
Activities
Sagrada Familia & Montserrat Small Group Tour with Hotel pick-up
Montserrat Half-Day Trip from Barcelona with Lunch & Wine Tasting Option
Barcelona: Old Town, Montjuic Castle & Cable Car Small Group Tour
Barcelona Private Food Tour With Locals: 6 or 10 Tastings
Barcelona: Fundació Joan Miró Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around El Poble-sec
Sants-Montjuïc
Sants-Montjuïc is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Port de Barcelona and Palau Sant Jordi. See more of Barcelona by jumping on the metro at Foc Station or Zona Franca Station.
El Raval
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.
Esquerra de l'Eixample
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Esquerra de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Placa Universitat and Sant Antoni Market, and jump on the metro at Urgell Station or Hospital Clinic Station to see more of the city.
Sants
Travellers choose Sants for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Placa de Sants - L5 Station or Mercat Nou Station and check out top sights like Park of Industrial Spain.
Ciutat Vella
Known for its stunning cathedral, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Ciutat Vella. Top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona are major draws. Catch the metro at Jaume I Station or Barceloneta Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Barcelona
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Barcelona. Top attractions like La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are major draws. Catch the metro at Liceu Station or Jaume I Station to see more of the city.