Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Despite its slight edginess, you shouldn't miss this part of El Raval - several fine old bars
have stood the test of time in these streets.
If you're curious about the fabric of life of multicultural Raval, take a stroll along Carrer
de l'Hospital. Fridays see the street fill with Muslims for the week's main prayers at the loc-
al mosque; numerous halal butchers' shops, cafes and barbers' shops cater to the area's large
Pakistani and North African population.
Local Life
Market Lunch
Don't miss La Boqueria's food - either queue up and buy some fresh pro-
duce and cook it yourself, or sit down at a stall and let the local chefs shower you with
Catalan delicacies.
Vintage Shops
El Raval is the epicentre of Barcelona's fascination with all things vintage
- you'll find plenty of second-hand shops along the pedestrian Carrer de la Riera Baixa,
particularly.
Sugar Rush
Locals swear that the best chocolate in town is to be had at Granja M Viader.
Getting There & Away
Underground Rail
El Raval is encircled by three metro lines. Lines 1, 2 and 3 stop at
strategic points around the district, so nothing is far from a metro stop. The Line 3 stop at
Liceu is a convenient exit point.
