El Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sagrada Familia
Buildings don’t come more iconic than this extraordinary basilica which has become the symbol of Barcelona worldwide.
La Rambla
Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.
Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the great live music and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Plaça de Catalunya
Pass through Barcelona’s main plaza while heading between shopping districts and notice how the old city meets the new.
Barcelona Cathedral
This beautiful building in the heart of the Gothic Quarter dates back to the 13th century.
Passeig de Gràcia
One of Spain’s most expensive streets has masterworks by Gaudí, Falqués and more, interspersed with designer boutiques and rather opulent cafés.
Activities
Skip-the-Line Casa Batlló Tickets with SmartGuide
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
From Barcelona: Montserrat, Girona & Costa Brava Full-Day Guided Tour
Top Awarded Flamenco Show Tablao Cordobes with dinner option
Park Güell: Guided Tour with Optional Gaudí Experience Entry
Our pick of the best El Carmel Hotel Deals
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Tried to relax pool area around pool area to be greeted with
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Royal Ramblas
Breakfast was great and location is superb
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
What an incredible stay… the hotel staff and all the members were just amazing. Location fantastic and our room was amazing.. dining was exceptional, we didn’t have to leave the resort. We will definitely go back..
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
Location a little out of the way from the center of the city. Property was great and staff was amazing.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Rialto
The location of this hotel was excellent as there were cafes, pubs, stores, and wonderful architecture very close-by, and we were able to walk to most places we wanted to see. The desk staff were helpful and pleasant.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Arc la Rambla
Nice property right on La Ramblas. Great location. Jose on the front desk was very friendly and helpful. You can here some noise from the street but your right on Las Ramblas with a lot of people so you can expect that. Overall it was a nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmel
Gràcia
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Gràcia. Make a stop by Passeig de Gràcia or Gaudi House Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Joanic Station or Fontana Station to get around town.
la Vila de Gràcia
You might enjoy the architecture while in la Vila de Gràcia. Passeig de Gràcia is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Fontana Station or Gracia Station to see more of the city.
La Sagrada Familia
La Sagrada Familia is a destination travellers like for its churches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Sagrada Familia Station or Sant Pau Dos de Maig to explore sights like Sagrada Familia.
Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Sagrada Familia and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
Dreta de l'Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Passeig de Gràcia, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample
Visitors to L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Avinguda Diagonal and Mercat del Ninot. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Provenca Station.
