Barcelona is the second largest city behind Madrid. Here you can experience the lively city itself, immerse yourself in culture (including the works of the Gaudi, Picasso and Miro), participate in sports, or have a more passive involvement in the city's many facilities, including the famous stadium of F.C. Barcelona, which is the second largest in the world. If you would prefer to just relax, there are sandy beaches or you can watch the hustle on the Plaza Catalunya or on the famous Ramblas.



The city offers a wide variety of art, a lively street life, an extensive nightlife and an international audience thus Barcelona was the venue for the Olympic Games in 1992; a visit to the Olympic Village is not to be missed.

At the end of September, one of the most important celebrations of the city takes place: the Mercè (patron saint of the city). During this time, there are many rock, pop and folk concerts, street-theatre productions and sporting activities.

The city's history is beautifully reflected in the famous Barrio Gótico, the old quarter known as the Gothic Quarter because it is a treasure house of Gothic architecture, and where you can find both historic monuments and modern institutions.

Barcelona's location offers easy access to the beaches of the Costa Brava and skiing resorts in the Pyrenees.

Barcelona is Spain's Mecca for modern art and theatre lovers. You can admire the work of Picasso, Miró and see Gaudi's famous Sagrada Familia, Güell Park and La Pedrera building.