Barcelona - Discover Spain: Experience the Best of Spain - page 107

Catedral
Barcelona's catedral is one of its most magnificent Gothic structures. The narrow
old streets around the cathedral are traffic-free and dotted with occasionally very
talented buskers.
Roman Walls
Make the loop down Via Laietana to admire what remains of the Roman walls.
Església de Santa Maria del Mar
Branch off down Carrer de l'Argenteria and circle Barcelona's finest Gothic church.
Museu Picasso
Head up Carrer de Montcada, home to several museums including the must-see
Museu Picasso. This collection focuses on his pre-Cubism years.
Mercat de Santa Caterina
Proceed north past the Mercat de Santa Caterina, a daring 21st-century reincarna-
tion of a grand 19th-century produce market on the site of a medieval monastery.
Palau de la Música Catalana
Dogleg on to this Modernista high point and World Heritage Site.
Barcelona in …
ONE DAY
Start your Barcelona adventure in the medieval warren of winding streets that is the Barri
Gòtic following our recommended walking tour . Allow plenty of time for admiring La
Catedral , the Museu d'Història de Barcelona and the nearby Museu Picasso .
TWO DAYS
The following day, take a walk through Gaudí's unique Park Güell , where the artificial
can seem more natural than the natural. Next, head to what many say is the highlight of
Barcelona, La Sagrada Família, Gaudí's breathtaking work in progress.