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The Passeig del Born Barcelona

El Born - Barcelona

El Born is a favorite area for lovers of Barcelona nightlife. Nowadays the Born is even more packed with bars, though it's nice that places like the Miramelindo are still there, largely unchanged. Is was also a site of the executions and witch burning in medieval times.

Do not miss it and walk along its narrow streets full of very fashionable stores and restaurants.

The Passeig del Born Barcelona

Born, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

Area: El Born
Metro/Bus: Metro: L4 Jaume I
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best in Barcelona

eddy (10 Jun 2014 - 10:30)

El Born is the best area of barcelona to me. Such a pleasure to roam an discover nice shops, great bars, small streets. To me it's the heart of the city.

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I really do recommend a visit.
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for the lovely view of Barcelona
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thanks for the tip

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Frinniella - 28 Sep 2023 - 07:50

I really do recommend a visit.

We don't talk enough about this palace, which is really very beautiful... Unfortunately, the façade was being restored at the time of our visit but the interior is simply magical. The price is a bit high, but like many monuments and museums in Barcelona, it's worth it.

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Dnila - 27 Sep 2023 - 08:00

I would have loved to have seen some corridas

No more bullfights for years... sad... I think José Tomas was the last to fight here for a memorable bullfight... This place has the merit of still existing for shows.It's an impressive building that could hold up to 24,000 people. Rather well preserved, admission costs €6.

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oLi - 27 Sep 2023 - 08:00

for the lovely view of Barcelona

A lovely view of Barcelona and its port, but no real interest in the design of the building, which remains a military defence building.

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Manda - 26 Sep 2023 - 07:32

thanks for the tip

thank you for all this information, so we went there. A wonderful market with all the local products but not the tourists.

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Gty2023 - 24 Sep 2023 - 21:40

great local market

Covered market. Very pleasant with the smell of flowers at the entrance. There are tables and chairs in the aisles so you can eat there. Coffee and potato tortillas available.

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Best interior shop of Barcelona

I came across the most incredible store i have seen in a long time and I have been living im Barcelona for over 20 years. It’s called Pachulí Interior & Lifestyle and is situated in El Born. It’s a bit hidden which is a shame cause I think everyone should experience this authenticity and unique place. Just go and check it out already!!

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free and it's well worth a visit.

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3 comments

best in Barcelona - eddy (10 Jun 2014 - 10:30)

El Born is the best area of barcelona to me. Such a pleasure to roam an discover nice shops, great bars, small streets. To me it's the heart of the city.
The place to visit - Eugene T (9 Apr 2014 - 09:30)

Could walk hours in this area, to me the most beautiful and interresting of Barcelona.
Don't Miss the Chocolate Museum! - Dejavivir (19 Oct 2009 - 19:15)

If you are in the Born area of Barcelona and love the idea of chocolate you cannot miss this museum! This is a complete indulgence for chocolate lovers like myself. This museum is now in what was a convent and they have transformed it into a one of a kind walk through of the history of chocolate! Dont forget to go into the Museum's cafe for a thick warm cup of chocolate! Here is a very good article I found about the museum with alot more information: http://www.bornliving.com/out-and-about/culture/chocolate-museum/

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The Passeig del Born Barcelona

Have a drink between night birds…

Become unbeatable on Catalan wines

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3 comments

best in Barcelona - eddy (10 Jun 2014 - 10:30)

The place to visit - Eugene T (9 Apr 2014 - 09:30)

Don't Miss the Chocolate Museum! - Dejavivir (19 Oct 2009 - 19:15)