What would the the best part of Barcelona to stay in for a first trip of 7 days? We enjoy history, cathedrals, museums,cafes, restaurants and being able to walk to many of these activities. Preferably not the noisiest or most crowded part of town.
Posted by
Midwest
2768 posts
My last visit I stayed in the eixample, towards the south end of it. Specifically near Tetuan. The whole eixample area is nice and pretty central. Near a metro stop is important for getting around. Close to both the modernista sights and the old town.
My favorite area was the El Born district - great feel - but I didn't stay there so can't speak to how hotels are.
I'd avoid Barceloneta or beach - fine areas if that is your focus, but not as central for other sight seeing. I'd also avoid too near Ramblas - noisy, over touristed and apparently full of pickpockets.
Posted by
Brisbane, Australia
7175 posts
I like Eixample 'Dreta' - the area mostly to the right side of Passeig de Gracia.
http://www.barcelonas.com/dreta-de-l-eixample.html
My preference is near the Girona metro stop.
Anywhere within Passeig de Gracia - Mallorca - Passeig de Saint Joan - Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes.