Gràcia

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Gràcia

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Art nouveau architecture, indie boutiques, salsa bars, yoga studios

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"Hilly, upscale Gràcia is significantly more expensive than most other neighborhoods in the city center and is almost exclusively inhabited by locals (and expats trying to look like locals). While the area may be well-manicured, it’s anything but stuffy. Stay here if you want to get a feel for Barcelona’s urban-chic life, with a strong emphasis on wellness. Yoga studios are very popular in the area, as are organic grocers, sushi joints, and vegan cafes. Gaudí’s colorful Park Güell is definitely the most famous sight in the neighborhood, and it offers the best views of the city from above. At night, Gràcia’s Cuban bars stand out against the many beer and tapas spots. Join a free salsa class at Gracia Latina or El Cubano, then cool off from all that dancing with a refreshing mojito." - MATADOR_NETWORK

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Gràcia

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Gràcia

Eric B.

Yelp

Gràcia was established in 1626, by a novitiate of Carmelites who established a Convent there called "Nostra Senyora de Gràcia (Our Lady of Grace)." Gràcia was an independent municipality until it was annexed to Barcelona in 1897 along with other villages in the plain of Barcelona. The expansion of the Eixample district in the 19th century eventually led to the northward expansion of Barcelona, connecting Gràcia to the growing metropolis. Passeig de Gràcia connects the central Plaça Catalunya to Gràcia and other wide avenues in the area include Carrer d'Aragó, Carrer de Balmes and Passeig de Sant Joan (of which Gayle and I enjoyed a nice evening walk). The most well-known attraction in Gràcia is the Gaudí-designed Parc Güell which is located on El Carmel mountain and was on our "must see" list. Casa Vicens, Gaudí's first important work and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also located in Gràcia. Gràcia was also the original home to Teatre Lliure, one of the most prestigious theaters in Spain (the theater has since relocated to Montjuic). There are several notable squares in Gràcia including Plaça del Sol, Plaça de Rius i Taulet and Plaça de la Virreina.

Felipe A.

Yelp

My home in Barcelona! Gotta love the bohemian energy, the streets full of people, the great restaurants and markets. One of the best places in BCN!

Mike O.

Yelp

What can I say, I love living in this neighborhood! There's minimal tourist activity and throngs of shops and restaurants/bars to discover. There's really something for everyone and it's far enough outside of the center that you don't get as heavy a price for rent but still, you're only a few stops in from all the action (as if you even had to leave)...