Wifi
Your apartment has a wirelesss Internet connection. See below the log-in details:
Network: UNI PasoDoble-Canadilla 5Ghz
Password: barcelona1234
Network: UNI PasoDoble-Canadilla 2.4Ghz
Password: barcelona1234
We suggest connecting to the above networks first; however, if you have connection issues you may also try the following:
Network: UNI Figi-Walden 5Ghz
Network: UNI Finn-Ghost 5Ghz
Network: UNI Rooms 5Ghz
Network: UNI Naoko 5Ghz
Network: UNI Principal 5Ghz
Network: UNI Tengujo 5Ghz
Network: UNI Riva-Cadaques 5Ghz
Network: UNI Figi-Walden 2.4Ghz
Network: UNI Finn-Ghost 2.4Ghz
Network: UNI Rooms 2.4Ghz
Network: UNI Naoko 2.4Ghz
Network: UNI Principal 2.4Ghz
Network: UNI Tengujo 2.4Ghz
Network: UNI Riva-Cadaques 2.4Ghz
The password for all of the above networks is: barcelona1234
Keys & Check-out
During check-in, you will be provided with two electronic keys (tags). Each of the tags opens 3 doors: the main building door, the entrance hall door, and your apartment door.
Make sure you always double lock the entrance hall door at apartment level:
+ When entering, just manually turn the lock.
+ When exiting, place the tag over the black cylinder and then turn the cylinder twice to double lock (note: some cylinders turn counter clockwise).
For security reasons, please do not keep the address of the apartment together with the keys.
Upon check-out, just leave both tags on the table in the apartment and close the doors behind you (without locking).
If you lose any of the tags, notify us immediately and note that you are responsible for the cost of a new one.DestinationBCN has the right to change the lock entirely if considered necessary.
Kitchen appliances & Garbage
DISHWASHER
+You will find the detergent dispenser on the inside of the dishwasher door. Open it by pressing the release tab.
+ Put one of the tablets provided (underneath the kitchen sink) in the dispenser.
+ Close the dispenser by sliding the cover over the detergent deposit and press down on the arrow until it clicks shut.
+ Turn the machine on by pressing the ON/OFF button located on the door (to the left of the Bosch logo).
+ Press the button for the appropriate program, located on the right-hand side of the door. Once the program is selected, it will light up in red.
+ Close the door and the dishwasher will start automatically. It will continue until the end of the selected cycle.
+ At the end of the cycle, the dishwasher will stop and beep.
+ Open the door and press the ON/OFF button to make sure the machine is switched off.
STOVE
+ Press the POWER button at the far left.
+ Select the burner you wish to cook on by pressing the burner icon. As you press, it will indicate which burner you are about to cook on.
+ Use the +/- buttons to adjust the temperature.
If the stove is locked, the key symbol will light up. To unlock it, simply press and hold the key button for a few seconds.
OVEN & MICROWAVE
Your apartment has a combined oven / microwave.
HOW TO USE THE OVEN
+ Press the two dials in and they will automatically pop out.
+ Choose the desired cooking option with the left dial from the following options (clockwise):
– Microwave
– Fan assited ovens
– Conventional top and bottom
– Hot air grill
– Full width variable grill
– Auto cook
+ Press the right dial and it will pop out. Then choose the desired temperature.
+ Press the START button located at the far right.
Please note that if you select ‘grill’ as your cooking method, you only have three temperature options on the right dial (indicated at the top left-hand corner by the grill symbol).
HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE
+ Press the left dial in and it will pop out. Then turn the dial to the wave symbol (first one to the right).
+ Choose the power (900, 600, 360, 180 or 90), located between the left and right dials.
+ The default of 1 minute will appear on the screen. Choose more or less time by pressing the + and – buttons on the digital screen.
+ Press the START button located at the far right.
WASHER & DRYER
You will find a supply of towels and bed linen in your apartment. Should you need any more, please don’t hesitate to ask us. We will be happy to replace towels and/or linen. We kindly request that you do not wash the towels and linen yourself, since we wash them with special products.
HOW TO USE THE WASHING MACHINE
+ Pour detergent into dispenser number 2.
+ Select the MIX program ( 55-minute wash program). The MIX program has a preset temperature of 30o, but by pressing the temperature button below the screen you can select 40o or COLD. Other options include:
– Sinteticos (Synthetics)
– Intensivo (Intensive)
– Rapido (Quick)
– Delicado (Delicate)
– Lana (Wool)
– Resistentes/Algodones (Cotton)
– Centrif. adicional delicado (Delicate additional spin)
– Centrif. adicional (Additional spin)
+ When you select your option, the length of time, temperature, and spin speed will appear on the digital screen.
+ Press the INICIO/PAUSA button to start the wash cycle (button to the right of the dial).
Please note that when the program finishes, there is a security lock on the door. Do not attempt to force it open. Please allow 10 minutes to pass before attempting to open the door.
HOW TO USE THE DRYER
+ Select the appropriate option depending on what you are drying:
For Resistentes/Algod. (Cotton):
– Extra Seco (Extra dry)
– Seco (Dry)
– Seco para Guardar (Dry for the closet) + Seco para Planchar (Dry for ironing)
For Sinteticos (Synthetics):
– Seco (Dry)
– Seco para Guardar (Dry for the closet)
– Seco para Planchar (Dry for ironing)
Quick drying options include:
– Caliente 20 minutos (Hot 20 minutes)
– Caliente 40 minutos (Hot 40 minutes)
+ Press the INICIO/STOP button to start the cycle.
If the DEPOSITO light flashes, you simply need to empty the water deposit.
If the FILTRO light flashes, open the door of the dryer. In the inner rim of the drum, you will see a white filter that you can take out. Empty this and continue with your drying program.
GARBAGE
In warm climates, like in Spain, it is advisable to take the garbage out regularly. This can be done at anytime of the day, by taking it to the grey containers on Ronda Universitat. Turn right when you exit the building and you will find the garbage containers just across the street. If you wish to recycle, the recycle containers are located 2 minutes from the building, just one block down on Carrer Pelayo, which runs parallel to Ronda Universitat.
When you exit the building, cross Ronda Universitat and take the cross street (Carrer Balmes) one block down, where you will find the colored recycling cointainers:
+ Yellow container: plastic
+ Blue container: paper/cardboard
+ Green container: glass
TV & Apple TV
TV & APPLE TV
Simply press the POWER button on the TV remote control (LG). If the image doesn’t appear, press the INPUT button on the same remote control and select LIVE TV.
Press the LIVE MENU button to see the list of channels. In order to watch all available channels, you need to be on the ALL list. To do this:
+ Press the LIVE MENU button on the TV remote control (LG)
+ Select FILTER (the symbol to the right of the P) with the arrows on the remote control
+ Scroll to ALL and press the OK button
LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL CHANNELS
You can choose from local channels in Spanish and Catalan or satellite channels in different languages:
+ Press the CH LIST button
+ Press the LEFT ARROW on the center of the remote control to select OPTIONS
+ Select AERIAL from the menu that opens up
+ Choose TERRESTRIAL (local) or SATELLITE (international).
+ Press CH LIST button to make the menu disappear
HOW TO USE THE APPLE TV TO WATCH MOVIES OR LISTEN TO MUSIC
You can use the Apple TV to access our collection of music and movies, or to connect your own devices to access your own libraries. To use the Apple TV:
+ Turn on the normal TV
+ Press the INPUT button on top of the TV remote control
+ Choose HDMI2
+ Press any key on the Apple remote control in order to turn on the Apple TV. A small white light indicates that it is on.
+ Choose ‘movies’ or ‘music’ to access our collection, or connect your own Apple device through Airplay to access your own libraries.
If the TV screen shows Airplay connection settings when you turn on the Apple TV, press the menu button on the Apple TV remote control to go to the main menu and get started. Once you have chosen ‘movies’ or ‘music’ from the main menu, you will find our collection of movies and music under ‘purchased movies’ and ‘my music’.
To go to MOVIE SETTINGS for chapters and subtitles, press play to start watching the selected movie and then hold the round silver button in the middle of the Apple TV remote control for a few seconds.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR DEVICE THROUGH AIRPLAY
With Airplay, you can stream your own music, photos, and videos to the Apple TV.
+ From your iPhone, connect by swiping up the hidden menu from the bottom of the screen. From your computer, connect by selecting the Airplay icon from the upper right menu of your computer screen.
+ Select Airplay (skip this step if connecting with a computer).
+ Select the name of the apartment you are staying at and turn on the MIRRORING option (the name of your apartment can be found on the front page of the instructions book. There is no need to turn ‘mirroring’ on if you are connecting from a computer.)
+ A code will appear on the TV screen. You will have to enter this code on your device. Once the code has been entered, the device will be connected to the TV and you can start using it.
HOW TO USE THE APPLE TV REMOTE CONTROL
The Apple TV remote control is the little silver one.
The big, round silver button in the middle works like the ‘enter’ button on a keyboard. The black circle around it works as arrows to go left, right, up or down in the different menus.
By pressing the MENU button, you will go backwards. If you hold it for 5 seconds, it returns to the main menu.
By pressing the big, round silver button for a few seconds while a movie is playing, the movie settings menu will appear.
The Apple TV can be switched off by going back to the main menu and holding the PLAY/PAUSE button for a few seconds.
Air Conditioner & Heater
The air conditioning unit in your apartment both cools and heats the apartment. You can also set it to dehumidify or ventilate the air.
HOW TO USE THE AIR CONDITIONER
+ To turn the system on or off, press the grey button on the upper right-hand side. A red light on the upper right-hand side will indicate that the machine is on.
+ Open the lid of the control panel to select the operation mode by pressing the button with the different icons on the upper right-hand side of the thermometer symbol: snowflake (cool), sun (heat) water drop (dehumidify) and fan (ventilate), until the unit is set to the mode of your choice.
+ Set the temperature (celsius), by pressing the arrows above and below the thermometer symbol.
In order for the machine to function properly, the operating icon must correspond to the function you want: lowering the temperature to 16o when the unit is set to heat will not produce the same result as lowering it to 16º when it is set to cool.
Love one another
We are delighted that you have chosen to stay with us and will do everything to ensure that you have a pleasant stay. In return, we ask that you act responsibly and do not inconvenience other guests or neighbours. Please pay attention to the following:
+ No loud music can be played after 10:00 PM. In the event of excessive noise nuisance, DestinationBCN maintains the right to evict its guests without refunding the rental fee.
+ Guests are not permitted to host parties in the apartment or in the adjacent communal areas.
+ The amount of people staying in the apartment cannot exceed the amount of people the booking is made for.
+ Smoking is not allowed in the apartments and communal areas.
+ Guests are obliged to leave the apartment at the time agreed on upon checking in. When breaching the agreement the guest is liable to a fine of 350 euros per day.
+ On departure, the apartment should be in a generally clean condition.
+ Damages done to the apartment’s contents as a result of deliberate, criminal or reckless behavior, such as breakages, leaving the apartment in an especially dirty condition or accidental damage, will be forfeited to the guest. The amount shall be established by determining the replacement value or the repair cost of each object so it can be returned to the exact state it was in before the incident occurred. DestinationBCN reserves the right to charge the credit card submitted to cover the damage caused.
+ Pets are not allowed.
At your doorstep
TOURIST INFORMATION
The nearest tourist office is located on Placa Catalunya, Barcelona’s main square, just a 3 minutes walk from your apartment.
The entrance is in front of El Corte Ingles department store.
Tourist info signposts will lead you to the stairs towards the underground office.
Opening hours: every day 08:30- 20:30.
Placa Catalunya 17
T: +34 932 85 38 34 www.barcelonaturisme.com/wv3/en
Metro: Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
SUPERMARKETS: getting the basics
There are several 24-hour supermarkets located on your street. There is one just across the street, another as you exit the building, to the right, and another as you exit, to the left.
EL CORTE INGLES
El Corte Inglés department store on Plaça Catalunya has an excellent supermarket located in the basement. It offers all the basics, a variety of gluten-free and healthy products and a gourmet department.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 09:30-21:30, Sundays closed.
Plaça Catalunya 23
T: + 34 933 10 76 84
https://www.elcorteingles.es/centroscomerciales/es/eci/centros/centro-comercial- placa-de-catalunya
Metro: Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
WOKI ORGANIC MARKET
Woki Organic Market is an organic supermarket, deli and restaurant.
In the supermarket you’ll find a wide variety of organically certified fresh and packaged products. They also serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, including pasta dishes, hamburgers, woks, salads and vegan meals (to eat in or take away).
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 08:00-24:00, Sunday 12:00- 24:00.
Ronda de la Universitat 20
T: + 34 933 02 52 06
http://www.tribuwoki.com/en/restaurante/woki-organic-market-placa-catalunya
Metro: Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
CASH MACHINES
There are plenty of cash machines all over Barcelona that are accessible 24/7, but the closest to your apartment is located just a 50 meters from our building.
Banc Sabadell
Ronda Universitat 17
Metro: Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
DRY CLEANING: Looking your best
Whether you are in Barcelona for business or leisure, you can always look your best.
TINTORERIA BUGADERIA MIKA
A reliable express dry cleaner offering same day delivery at an extra cost of 1 euro per item.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 09:30-14:00 and 16:30-20:00, Saturday 09:30- 13:00, Sundays closed.
Carrer de Diputació 210
T: +34 934 54 85 77
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
PHARMACIES: Feeling unwell?
Pharmacies in Barcelona are able to treat many symptoms over the counter, helping to avoid a visit to the doctor.
FARMACIA COLISEUM
A well-equipped pharmacy with English speaking staff, also specializing in homeopathy and alternative therapies.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 08:30-22:00, Saturday to Sunday 09:00-22:00.
Carrer de Balmes 18
T: +34 933 17 93 47
www.farmaciacoliseum.com/
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
FARMACIA TORRES
Opening hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Carrer Aribau 62
T: +34 934 53 92 20
www.farmaciaabierta24h.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
BREAKFAST: Rise and shine
Barcelona is known for its late nights, but also has a lot to offer in the early (or not so early) morning.
LA ESQUINA
Coffee at La Esquina is carefully prepared following a well-measured ritual. It also offers toasts, burgers and the ‘Best eggs benedict I’ve had in years!’ Delicious cakes and desserts are hard to resist, and everything is 100% homemade. Enjoy a warm atmosphere complete with English indie music.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 09:00-19:00.
Carrer de Bergara 2
T: +34 937 68 72 42
www.laesquinabarcelona.com/en
Metro: Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
GALERIA COSMO
Galeria Cosmo is a cafe and contemporary art space with a relaxed location on a leafy, semi-pedestrian street. It offers healthy breakfasts and brunches, sandwiches, fresh juices, and specialty coffee and tea.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00-22:00.
Carrer d’Enric Granados 3
T: +34 931 05 79 92
www.galeriacosmo.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
BRUNCH & CAKE
Salad for breakfast? Pancakes for dinner? You can have it at Brunch & Cake, with a delicious offering of sweet and savory dishes in a sunny, stylish space. Everything is homemade with the best ingredients.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 09:00-22:00.
Carrer d’Enric Granados 19
T: +34 932 00 28 72
www.brunchandcake.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
BAKERIES & PASTRY SHOPS: You deserve it
You’ll notice lots of delicious bakeries around town, but here are some of the best, just outside your door.
FORN MISTRAL
Forn Mistral has been one of Barcelona’s best bakeries since 1879.
It still uses traditional wood-fired ovens and offers a wide variety of breads, including organic kamut, spelt, buckwheat, rye and plenty of mouthwatering pastries.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 07:00-21:00, Sundays closed.
Ronda Sant Antoni 96
T: +34 933 01 80 37
www.fornmistral.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
LA PASTISSERIA BARCELONA
Cake and coffee shop founded by one of Barcelona’s best pastry chefs, Josep Maria Rodríguez Guerola. He was the 2011 World Pastry Chef of the Year (try his rosa dels vents cake). There are rows of beautiful cakes and pastries to take away or enjoy in- house with a coffee.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 09:00-14:00 and 17:00-20:30, Sunday 09:00-14:30.
Carrer Aragó 228
T: +34 934 51 84 01
http://www.lapastisseriabarcelona.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
TRITICUM BY MORITZ
World-class bread at the Moritz brewery. Triticum supplies bread to several Michelin starred restaurants like Celler de Can Roca. Baker Xevi Ramon has taken bread to the next level, mixing artisan tradition with the most modern techniques.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 10:00- 22:00.
Ronda Sant Antoni 39
T: +34 660 19 86 66
www.triticum.net
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Sant Antoni L2
CHOK
A chocolate kitchen…yes. Find handcrafted chocolates, truffles and bars, Krönuts and Chökanias, cookies and much more. Indulge in the chök, their signature gourmet doughnut – made with less sugar and less fat. Lighter, healthier and truly scrumptious.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 09:00-21:00.
Carrer de les Ramelleres 26
T: +34 936 81 78 49
www.chokbarcelona.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
ESCRIBA
With 107 years of experience, Escriba offers gourmet cakes, ice cream cakes, artisan chocolates and other sweet delights. Also a great place for a quick coffee or a specialty hot chocolate (including 70% cocoa, Swiss and praline).
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-15:00 and 17:00-21:00, Saturday to Sunday 08:00-21:00.
Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 546
T: +34 934 54 75 35
www.escriba.es
Metro: Urgell L1
LUNCH OR DINNER: Delicious, nutritious, and…delicious
With fresh ingredients as the main attraction, it’s hard to go wrong with Barcelona cuisine – but these recommendations are tried and true.
LAFLAUTA
Enjoy high-quality tapas and flautas – delectable crusty baguettes with your choice of filling. La Flauta is a relaxed place for a quick bite, with a long history of excellent food at excellent prices. Also offers a wide selection of fresh sandwiches, salads, omelets, grilled meat, seafood and vegetables.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 13:00-16:30 and 20:00-01:00, Sundays closed. Carrer Aribau 23
T: +34 933 23 70 38
https://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Flauta/179852048706852
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
BACOA
Gourmet hamburgers made with premium ingredients and homemade sauces, including Roasted Tomato Ketchup, Salsa Brava, Aioli, Mustard, and Black Truffle Mayo. All burgers are served on hand-rolled buns and fries are cut by hand. Try the ice cream too!
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 12:00-01:00.
Ronda Universitat 31
T: +34 932 50 72 90
www.bacoaburger.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
EL NACIONAL
Four distinctly themed gastronomic areas: La Braseria for meat, La Llotja for fish, La Taperia for tapas, and La Paradeta deli-style café, as well as four bars specialized in beer, wine, cava or cocktails. The spectacular décor was done by the Barcelona based studio Lázaro Rosa Violán, to recreate the elegance of the 1930s and 1940s in Barcelona. Imagine ceramic wall art and Valencian mosaics, glass lamps, and a sky-high ceiling of lowered vaults. The building itself is 2600 square meters of history. Built in 1870, it originally housed a textile factory, then a café-theatre, a pre-Civil War car dealer’s shop and finally a garage. Go and see for yourself…you won’t be disappointed.
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, kitchen open from 12:00-24:00, bar closing at 02:00, Friday to Saturday, kitchen open from 12:00-01:00, bar closing at 03:00. Passeig de Gracia 24
T: +34 935 18 50 53
www.elnacionalbcn.com
Metro: Passeig de Gràcia L2, L3, L4 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
TAPAS24
Paying homage to classic tapas like Ous estrellats al gust with bull negre, and the always-fresh Boquerones al limón accompanied by excellent pa amb tomaquet. Run by renowned chef Carlos Abellan, also behind Suculent in the Raval neighborhood and La Guigueta in Barceloneta.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 09:00-24:00.
Carrer Diputació 269
T: +34 934 88 09 77
www.carlesabellan.com/mis-restaurantes/tapas-24/
Metro: Passeig de Gràcia L2, L3, L4 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
CIUDAD CONDAL
This is a favorite among locals and visitors for its wide variety of tapas and imported beers. It also offers excellent seafood dishes like Galician Octopus and is sure to have something for everyone. Can be busy, but the queue moves quickly and it is worth the short wait.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 08:00-01.30.
Rambla de Catalunya 18
T: +34 933 18 19 97
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ciudad-Condal/168195233218836
Metro: Passeig de Gràcia L2, L3, L4 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
FLAX & KALE
Their motto is: Eat better, be happier, live longer. Founded by Teresa Carles, a pioneer in veggie restaurants in Barcelona, Flax & Kale offers gourmet vegetarian, raw, vegan, gluten free, and fish dishes. Get your salads here (try the kale and red quinoa), as well as cold-pressed juices, delicious smoothies and nut milks.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 09:30-23:30.
Carrer dels Tallers 74
T: +34 933 17 56 64
www.teresacarles.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
CINC SENTITS
Self-taught chef Jordi Artal’s cuisine is rooted in Catalunya’s culinary traditions with modern techniques and the finest local ingredients.
Try the carefully selected tasting menus, with an optional pairing of exceptional Spanish and Catalan wines.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday 13:30-15:00 and 20:30-22:00, Sundays and Mondays closed.
Carrer Aribau 58
(+34) 933 23 94 90
www.cincsentits.com/en
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
MUCCI’S
A young and lively place that is good for a quick bite. Offering pizza slices, whole pizzas, salads and tasty empanadas. They also do take away and delivery.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 13:00-24:00.
Carrer dels Tallers 75
T: +34 934 15 68 91
www.muccis.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
MONT BAR
Fresh, local and organic, Mont Bar offers a variety of small dishes from traditional and vanguard cuisine. Their menu is always changing, based on seasonal products often from their own farms. It features an amazing wine list, with a bottle for all budgets. Superb dining in an informal atmosphere with a lively terrace.
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 09:00-24:00, Friday to Sunday 12:30-01:00. Carrer de la Diputació 220
T: +34 933 23 95 90
www.montbar.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
DRINKS: Relax and enjoy
It’s always the right time to take a break in Barcelona and there are plenty of places to do so.
BETTY FORD
Named after the rehab clinic of choice for Hollywood stars, Betty Ford serves giant cocktails and delicious snacks and burgers (meat or veggie). Thanks to the Australian owner, you can also try some great international brews.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 19:00-02:30.
Carrer de Joaquim Costa 56
T: +34 933 04 13 68
bettyfordsbcn.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
FABRICA MORITZ
Fabrica Moritz is an old factory of Catalan beer maker Moritz, which was completely renovated by renowned architect Jean Nouvel.
Savor unpasteurized beer from a tap connected directly to a micro brewery. Take your time with the different beers to also sample the long menu of tapas.
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday 07:30-02:30, Friday to Saturday 07:30-03:00. Ronda de Sant Antoni 39-41
T: +34 934 26 00 50
www.moritz.com
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Sant Antoni L2
MONVINIC
If you love wine, Monvinic will be your Eden. This micro-universe dedicated to the
fruit of the vine opened in July 2008, after 5 years in the making. The kitchen offers creative Catalan cuisine with superb dishes and knowledgeable wait staff to suggest the perfect pairings. It’s also a great place to go for a glass of wine and a gourmet tapa. A tip: Monvinic lets you order half glasses, so take advantage and try a few!
Opening hours Wine bar: Tuesday to Friday 13:00-23:00.
Opening hours Restaurant: Tuesday to Friday 13:30-15:30 and 20:00-22:30, Saturday 19:00-23:00, Sundays and Mondays closed.
Carrer de la Diputació 249
T: +34 932 72 61 87
www.monvinic.com
Metro: Passeig de Gràcia L2, L3, L4 or Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7
NAPARBCN
Enjoy the finest craft beer and contemporary Catalan cuisine to match (Michelin- starred chef Miquel Aldana runs the kitchen). Some beers are made in their own brewery, like the Green Madness IPA and the American-style red. All beers on the menu are made with fresh ingredients and are 100% free of additives and conservatives. Opening hours: Tuesday and Wednesday 17:00-24:00, Thursday to Saturday 12:00- 02:00. Sundays and Mondays closed.
Carrer Diputació 223
T: +34 934 08 91 62
Metro: Universitat L1, L2
MILANO COCKTAIL BAR
A classic bar with a modern vibe. Red velour, cozy booths, and bow tied waiters. Nothing too fancy, frequented by young and old.
A daytime visit might surprise you with a live jazz combo, slowing down the bustle in one of the busiest parts of town.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 12:00-03:00.
Ronda de la Universitat 35
T: +34 931 12 71 50
www.camparimilano.com
Metro: Plaça Catalunya L1, L3, L6, L7 or Universitat L1, L2
Museums & Sites
ARTICKET
If you intend to see more than one museum, you can purchase the Articket, which will give you access to MNAC, Fundacio Antoni Tapies, Fundacio Joan Miro, MACBA (Museum of Contemporary Art), CCCB and Picasso museum. www.articketbcn.org/
LA SAGRADA FAMILÍA
The Sagrada Familia is a monumental Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, designed by the architect Antoni Gaudi. Construction work has been ongoing, intermittently, since 1882 and it is perhaps the most famous incomplete building in the world. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is an iconic symbol of Barcelona. There are several tours available (a guided experience, an audio tour or discover by yourself). It is strongly advised that you purchase tickets online in advance if you wish to go inside.
Opening hours: November to February: every day 09:00-18:00, March: every day 09:00-19:00, April to September: every day 09:00-20:00, October: every day 09:00- 19:00, December 25, 26, January 1 and 6: 09:00- 14:00.
Carrer de Mallorca 401
T: +34 932 08 04 14
www.sagradafamilia.org/en/
Metro: Sagrada Familia L2, L5
LA PEDRERA / CASA MILA
Casa Mila, popularly known as La Pedrera, is a modernist building designed by architect Antoni Gaudí. It was built between 1906 and 1910. At the time, it was controversial because of its undulating stone facade, twisting wrought iron balconies and windows designed by Josep Maria Jujol. Several structural innovations include a self-supporting stone front, columns and floors free of load-bearing walls, an underground garage and sculptural elements on the roof. In 1984 La Pedrera was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is currently the headquarters of the Fundació Catalunya-La Pedrera which manages exhibitions and other activities at La Pedrera. You can visit La Pedrera at day time or night time. It is recommended that you buy your tickets online in advance. Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 09:00-20:30 and from 21:00-23:00.
Carrer Provença 261-265
www.lapedrera.com/en/
Metro: Diagonal L3, L5
CASA BATLLÓ
Casa Batllo is another one of Antoni Gaudí’s masterpieces. Like everything Gaudí designed, it is only identifiable as Modernisme or Art Nouveau in the broadest sense. The ground floor in particular, has unusual tracery, irregular oval windows and flowing sculpted stone work. There are few straight lines, and much of the façade is decorated with a colorful mosaic made of broken ceramic tiles. The roof is arched and was likened to the back of a dragon or dinosaur.
There are several tours available and it is recommended that you buy your tickets online in advance.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 09:30-20:30.
Passeig de Gràcia 43
www.casabatllo.es/en
Metro: Passeig de Gracia L2, L3, L4
PARC GÜELL
Park Güell originated in 1900, when Count Eusebi Güell bought a tree-covered
hillside and hired Antoni Gaudí to create a miniature city of houses for the wealthy in landscaped grounds. The project was a commercial flop and was abandoned in 1914, but not before Gaudí had created 3km of roads and walks, steps, a placa and two gatehouses in his inimitable manner. In 1922 the city bought the estate for use as a public park. The park contains amazing stone structures, stunning tiling and fascinating buildings. At the top of Parc Güell is a terraced area where you get a wonderful view
of the park and of Barcelona City. Park Güell also has a small house in the park in
which Gaudí lived at one stage. The house has now been converted into a museum and contains interesting furniture also designed by Gaudí.
Due to its popularity it is recommended that you buy tickets online in advance, since access to the park is limited to 400 people every half an hour.
Opening hours: from January 1 to March 25: 08.30 to 18.30, from March 26 to April 30: 08.00- 20.30, from May 1 to August 27: 08.00- 21.30, from August 28 to October 28: 08.00- 20.30, from October 29 to December 31: 08.30-18.30.
Park Güell is off Carrer d’Olot in Barcelona and has three entrances: one on Carrer de Larrard (main entrance), one at Carretera del Carmel 23 and on Passatge de Sant Josep de la Muntanya, which you get to by going up an escalator.
T: +34 934 091 831
www.parkguell.cat/en
Metro: Vallcarca or Lesseps L3
PICASSO MUSEUM
The Picasso Museum Barcelona houses one of the most extensive collections of artworks by the 20th-century Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. The museum is housed in five adjoining medieval palaces in Barcelona’s El Born area. It is recommended that you buy your tickets online in advance.
Opening hours: Tuesday and Wednesday: 09:00-19:00, Thursday: 09:00-21:30, Friday to Sunday 09:00-19:00, Monday closed.
Carrer Montcada 15-23
T: +34 932 56 30 00
www.museupicasso.bcn.cat/en
Metro: Arc de Triomf L1 or Jaume I L4
FUNDACIO ANTONI TAPIES
The Fundació Antoni Tàpies is a cultural center and museum dedicated mainly to the life and works of the painter Antoni Tàpies. The Fundació was created in 1984 by the artist Antoni Tàpies to promote the study and knowledge of modern and contemporary art. It combines the organisation of temporary exhibitions, symposia, lectures and film seasons with a range of publications to go with the activities and periodic shows of Antoni Tàpies’ work. The Fundació owns one of the most complete collections of Tàpies’ work, mostly made up of donations by Antoni and Teresa Tàpies. You can buy tickets at the entrance. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00-19:00, Monday closed.
Carrer d’Aragó 255
T: +34 934 87 03 15
www.fundaciotapies.org
Metro: Passeig de Gracia L3, L4
FUNDACIO JOAN MIRO
Internationally renowned museum, honoring artist Joan Miró located on the Montjuïc hill. Miró formed the Foundation in 1968 with his friend Joan Prats. Miró wanted to create a new building that would encourage particularly younger artists to experiment with contemporary art. The Building, the courtyards and the terraces were designed by Josep Lluís Sert. In line with Miró’s original idea, the foundation has a space named Espai 13, which is dedicated to promoting the work of young experimental artists. You can buy tickets at the entrance or online.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00-20:00, Sunday: 10:00-15:00, Monday closed. Parc de Montjuïc s/n
T: +34 934 43 94 70
www.fmirobcn.org/en/
Metro: Paral-lel L3, L2 and from there the Funicular Montjuic
MNAC – Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya
MNAC is the national museum of Catalan visual art situated on the Montjuïc hill near Placa Espanya. The museum is especially notable for its outstanding collection of romanesque church paintings and for Catalan art and design from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including modernisme and noucentisme. The Museum is housed in the Palau Nacional, a huge, Italian-style building dating back to 1929. From the roof- viewpoint you can enjoy 360º views of Barcelona.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00-20:00, Sunday: 10:00-15:00, Monday closed. Palau Nacional, Parc de Montjuïc s/n
T: +34 936 22 03 60
www.museunacional.cat/en
Metro: Plaza de Espanya L1, L3 or Liceu L3
MACBA
The Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) offers an enticing exhibition programme of outstanding contemporary art. Located in the Raval area, a two-minute walk from Plaça de Catalunya, its iconic main building designed by Richard Meier, features captivating exhibitions for art lovers and a permanent collection of more than 5800 works.
Opening hours: Monday 11:00-19:30, Tuesday closed, Wednesday to Friday 11:00- 19:30, Saturday 10:00-21:00, Sunday 10:00-15:00.
Plaça dels Àngels 1
T: +34 934 12 08 10
www.macba.cat/en/
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Catalunya L1, L3 or Liceu L3
CCCB – Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona
The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona is an exhibition and event space focused on contemporary culture, cinema, music, performing arts and everything related to artistic experimentation.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 11:00-20:00, Monday closed.
Carrer de Montalegre 5
T: +34 933 06 41 00
www.cccb.org/en
Metro: Universitat L1, L2 or Catalunya L1, L3
LACAIXA FORUM
LaiCaixa Forum has one of the most important collections of contemporary art in Europe with works of outstanding artists such as Beuys, Anish Kapoor, Tony Cragg or Juan Uslé amongst others. It is located in the restored clothing factory Casaramona. The construction at the foot of Montjuic was designed by Catalan architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch in the style of Catalan Art Nouveau, the Modernism. It was reopend in 2002 as LaCaixa Forum. The most important objectives of the reconstruction of the building were to maintain the original structure, colour and style, but also to set new trends. The exhibition space comprising 3000 sq meter is flooded with light. The entrance area was designed by the Japanese architect Arata Isozaki. A tree made of steel and glass welcomes the visitors at the entrance. Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00-20:00.
Av. de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia 6-8
T: +34 934 76 86 00
https://caixaforum.org/es/barcelona
Metro: Plaza de Espanya, L1 or L3
BARCELONA BUS TURISTIC
The Barcelona Bus Turistic allows you to get to know Barcelona by bus at your own pace. This hop on hop off tourist bus operates on three different routes in the centre
of Barcelona. All the tour buses are open double deckers, so on the top deck you can enjoy the sun while driving around the city. Especially in summer make sure to bring sun protection since the sun can get quite intense in Barcelona.
Tickets are valid for one or two days and in this time you can get on and off the Barcelona Bus Turistic as often as you like.
All the buses dispose of audio guides in ten different languages that will give you some background information on the sights passing by.
The blue and the red route take both about two hours whereas the green route takes about half the time.
The nearest hop on spot is Placa Catalunya, right at the entrance of El Corte Ingles department store. You can buy tickets online or on the bus.
First departures: between 09:00 and 09:30 from any stop, last departures: 19:00 in winter and 20:00 in summer.
www.barcelona-bus-turistic.com
MONTSERRAT
Montserrat is a spectacularly beautiful Benedictine monk mountain retreat about
one hour North West from Barcelona by train. Not only is Montserrat Monastery of significant religious importance, the natural beauty surrounding the monastery is simply breathtaking.
If you enjoy walking, there are also some interesting walks through the mountains where you will experience magnificent views of some of the most unusual rock formations
in Catalonia. You can take a funicular to the top of the mountain and from there you
can choose a number of different walks, all with amazing views of the Catalonian countryside.
Another highlight of your visit to Montserrat monastery is to listen to the famous Basilica choir boy performances of Gregorian chants and other genres of religious choral music. The performances can be heard free of charge in the Basilica daily with the exception of Christmas holidays, July and some other festive periods during the year. For information about how to get to Montserrat from Barcelona: www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/tour/barcelona-montserrat.html
Metro: Plaza de Espanya L1 or L3 and from there Linea R5 towards Manresa
MUSEU DEL DISSENY
Located at the Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes, Barcelona’s Design Museum glorifies Catalan and, more in general, Spanish decorative and applied arts. The museum displays a marvel of handicraft from past centuries, and product, fashion and graphic design of more recent times.
The first floor displays 240 objects of mostly Spanish product design. Objects range from the obvious chairs, lamps and other furniture to a tree pit by Salavador Fábregas that adapts to the growth of the tree, and a wringer bucket Ecofrego by Carlos Rivadulla and Josep Añols that separates the wastewater. The second floor houses incredible pieces of Catalan artisanry from the 3rd to the 20th Century in ceramics, textiles, furniture, glassware, miniatures, clocks, wallpaper and more. The third floor presents a beautiful display of the development of fashion from 1550 to the present. Finally the top floor gives an overview of the evolution of Spanish graphic design between 1940 and 1980 from a side occupation for artists to a profession.
The building by Barcelona architecture firm MBM arquitectes at first impresses by its size. The public atrium of the building, called Design Hub, is enormous.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-20:00, Monday closed.
Placa de les Glòries Catalanes 37-38
T: +34 93 256 68 00
http://ajuntament.barcelona.cat/museudeldisseny
Metro: Glories L1
CAMP NOU
Camp Nou is the home stadium of FC Barcelona since its completion in 1957.
With a seating capacity of 99.354, it is the largest stadium in Spain, also the largest
in Europe and the third largest association football stadium in the world in terms of capacity. It has hosted two European Cup/Champions League finals in 1989 and 1999, five matches including the opening game of the 1982 FIFA World Cup and the football competition final at the 1992 Summer Olympics. It is recommended to book tickets for the Camp Nou Experience online in advance to avoid queues and handing costs. Carrer d’Aristides Maillol 12
www.fcbarcelona.com/info-tickets
Metro: Collblanc L5 or Palau Reial L3
MORE USEFUL INFORMATION
+ For the latest in Barcelona and things to do please visit our blog at www.destinationbcn.com
+ Barcelona tourism official website www.barcelonaturisme.com
+ If visiting Barcelona with children, you can find activities and things to do at www.kidsinbarcelona.com
PRINTING TICKETS
You can print the tickets at our office. Just send us an email with the tickets attached
to info@destinationbcn.com, informing us that you want them printed and we will print them for you. Please send your email at least one day in advance and indicate in the subject your apartment name (you can find the name of your apartment on the 1st page of this booklet) so we can make sure we can print them in time.
Alternatively you can print at Work Center just next door (Ronda Universitat 9), exiting the building, to your right.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-20:30, Saturday 10:00-20:30, Sunday closed.
Medical assistance
If you need medical assistance during your stay, you can contact our private medical services provider Betlem. They speak several languages.
Betlem provides private doctors 24 hours all year round. Phone numbers are toll free. They only take cash payments and the fee ranges from 100 to 110 euros.
If hospitalisation is needed, Betlem partners with Hospital Quiron, a reputable medical center in Barcelona, where preferential treatment can be expected.
CALLING BETLEM
From an international line: 0034-971 894 484
From a local line: 900 844 484
When calling Betlem you will be asked to provide our specific code along with the information below:
+ Code: DESTINATION
+ Name of your apartment
+ Address of your apartment
+ Name
+ Age
+ Symptoms
+ Nationality
+ Name of your insurance company if you have one
You can find the name and exact address of your apartment on the first page of this booklet.
If you need further assistance, you can contact us at 0034-935 325 267 (9:30 to 18:30) or on 0034-935 141 950 (18:30 onwards)