El Poble-sec Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Poble Espanyol featuring a city, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Poble Espanyol featuring food and markets
Poble Espanyol showing a city
Poble Espanyol showing a city and heritage architecture
Poble Espanyol featuring signage

Popular places to visit

Plaça d'Espanya

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.

Plaça d'Espanya
Montjuïc

Montjuïc

When the locals want to escape the city heat, they head for this lovely park to relax and recharge their batteries.

Montjuïc
Palau Sant Jordi

Palau Sant Jordi

Catch an event at Palau Sant Jordi during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Palau Sant Jordi
Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys

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.

Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
Poble Espanyol which includes a city and heritage architecture

Poble Espanyol

Enter a world of Spanish contrasts at this unusual attraction on Montjuïc Hill.

Poble Espanyol
National Art Museum of Catalonia

National Art Museum of Catalonia

Experience a collection of Catalonian art spanning 1000 years in this architecturally striking museum.

National Art Museum of Catalonia

Activities

cable cars riding far above ground in Barcelona

Montjuïc Cable Car Tickets

AU$30
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Montjuïc Cable Car Tickets
Flamenco Night at Tablao de Carmen with Tasting Menu or Dinner

Flamenco Night at Tablao de Carmen with Tasting Menu or Dinner

AU$275
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Flamenco Night at Tablao de Carmen with Tasting Menu or Dinner
Welcome Tour to Barcelona in Private Eco Tuk Tuk

Welcome Tour to Barcelona in Private Eco Tuk Tuk

AU$159
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Welcome Tour to Barcelona in Private Eco Tuk Tuk
Private Guided Tour to Camp Nou La Masia and Montjuic

BARCELONA SPORTS VIP - Camp Nou - La Masia & Montjuic (Olympic)

AU$177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BARCELONA SPORTS VIP - Camp Nou - La Masia & Montjuic (Olympic)
Barcelona: Old Town, Montjuic Castle, Cable Car Small Group Tour

Barcelona: Old Town, Montjuic Castle, Cable Car Small Group Tour

AU$98
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Barcelona: Old Town, Montjuic Castle, Cable Car Small Group Tour
Arc del Triomf

Barcelona Highlights Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick Up

AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Barcelona Highlights Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick Up
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Our pick of the best El Poble-sec Hotel Deals

INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo

INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo

4 out of 5
Avinguda del Paral.lel, 57-59, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is AU$335 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$335
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,344 reviews)
Great place to stay in Barcelona for cruising
"Good location. The staff at the restaurant are so accommodating and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. They provide complimentary drinks in the room."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
Mambo Tango

Mambo Tango

2 out of 5
C/ Poeta Cabanyes, 23, Barcelona
The price is AU$227 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$227
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station. Popular attractions La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (250 reviews)
"It might not be for everyone, because it's not a hotel, but a hostel, so you need to know that you will share bathroom and other facilities (even if you have your own room, which I did). You will probably also need to climb stairs, so, if you have a problem with that, you need to alert them in advance. ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Mambo Tango
Barcelona Airport Hotel

Barcelona Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
Plaza de la Volateria, 3, Poligono Mas Blau, El Prat de Llobregat
The price is AU$266 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$266
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in El Prat de Llobregat. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,048 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay at the hotel. We enjoyed the dining experience. The menu had many options along with wine choices. The room with very nice, with updated accommodations."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Grand Hyatt Barcelona

Grand Hyatt Barcelona

5 out of 5
Plaza de Pio XII, 4, Barcelona
The price is AU$439 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
AU$439
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,361 reviews)
"Love the SPA , it’s soooooo refreshing and great relaxing feeling"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel

Lamaro Hotel

5 out of 5
Avenida Catedral, 7, Barcelona
The price is AU$669 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$669
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,782 reviews)
"This is an amazing hotel! Great location, excellent rooms, very nice cafe seating outside and fun rooftop bar with amazing view. Staff is excellent and the breakfast was very good."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Lamaro Hotel
Andante Hotel

Andante Hotel

3 out of 5
Avinguda de les Drassanes, 23-25, Barcelona
The price is AU$307 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$307
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,184 reviews)
"This was a great property. The rooms were like new with plenty of light, the hallways were quiet and the mattress was comfortable. I would recommend paying for breakfast - you can see food being prepared with fresh ingredients right in front of you. I loved the outdoor patio area but never made it ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Andante Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around El Poble-sec

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Sants-Montjuïc

4/5(39 area reviews)

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.

Sants-Montjuïc
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Sant Antoni

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Sant Antoni
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El Raval

4/5(61 area reviews)

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.

El Raval
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Ciutat Vella

5/5(10 area reviews)

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 Barceloneta Beach are major draws. Catch the metro at Jaume I Station or Barceloneta Station to see more of the city.

Ciutat Vella
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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.

Downtown Barcelona
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Gothic Quarter

4.5/5(123 area reviews)

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Gothic Quarter. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Jaume I Station or Liceu Station to see more of the city.

Gothic Quarter

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