El Poble-sec Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Poble-sec
Popular places to visit
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.
Palau Sant Jordi
Catch an event at Palau Sant Jordi during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the fascinating museums and shops 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 fascinating museums and notable monuments.
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
Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Tablao Flamenco Cordobes on Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option
Discover 3 countries in one day. Andorra and France from Barcelona
Casa Batllo Admission Ticket with Intelligent Audio Guide
Our pick of the best El Poble-sec Hotel Deals
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
Todo perfecto, el cuarto limpio y el staff muy lindo siempre, atentos y cuidan tu maleta cuando haces checkout
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Very nice hotel, spacious and modern room. Breakfast was awesome. The downside is the drivers of the airport shuttle. They do not know anything about customer service.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Good
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Arc la Rambla
Clean room very attentive staff and reception desk and close to major tourist sites.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
We stayed at the grand Hyatt for a total of 4 nights. We were extremely impressed with the cleanliness and modern decor of the hotel. The staff at reception were extremely friendly and couldn’t do enough for us. They acknowledged multiple special occasions we were celebrating aswell as giving us ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hesperia Barri Gòtic
The staff was amazing
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Poble-sec
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gothic Quarter
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.
