El Poble-sec Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Poble-sec
Popular places to visit
Montjuïc
When the locals want to escape the city heat, they head for this lovely park to relax and recharge their batteries.
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.
Palau Sant Jordi
Catch an event at Palau Sant Jordi during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
Catch an event at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Poble Espanyol
Enter a world of Spanish contrasts at this unusual attraction on Montjuïc Hill.
National Art Museum of Catalonia
Experience a collection of Catalonian art spanning 1000 years in this architecturally striking museum.
Activities
Hola Barcelona : Barcelona Unlimited Transport Card
Casa Batllo Admission Ticket with Intelligent Audio Guide
Park Güell: Guided Tour with Optional Gaudí Experience Entry
Discover 3 countries in one day. Andorra and France from Barcelona
Our pick of the best El Poble-sec Hotel Deals
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
clean room, great location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Rooms great, staff excellent, breakfast amazing choices of Hugh quality food and drink
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Lamaro Hotel
Nikki t u it iyvv c th
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Barceló Raval
Okay room and hotel. The area around the hotel appears sketchy, but that may just be perception. An okay hotel for those visiting Barcelona.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Excellent stay!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
BYPILLOW Flamant
Great room in a great neighborhood!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
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.
Sant Antoni
Travellers choose Sant Antoni for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
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.
La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample
Travellers choose La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Entenca Station or Hospital Clinic Station and check out top sights like Arenas de Barcelona.
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.
