Zona Franca Travel Guide
Barcelona
Visit Zona Franca
Popular places to visit
Sagrada Familia
Gaudí’s basilica in the center of Barcelona is an architectural marvel and offers views across the city from eight towering spires.
La Rambla
These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers.
Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Plaça de Catalunya
This popular Barcelona meeting point connects the old city with the new and is famous for its shopping, monuments and festival celebrations.
Camp Nou
Catch an event at Camp Nou during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's great live music and churches.
Park Güell
Look out over the city from a Gaudí-designed terrace in this park in the city’s north.
Things to do
Immersive Tour: F.C. Barcelona Museum - Open Date Ticket (Ticket Only)
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Barcelona in 1 Day: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell,Old Town & Pickup
Skip-the-Line Casa Batlló Tickets with SmartGuide
Tablao Flamenco Cordobes on Rambla Barcelona with Dinner Option
Top hotels in Zona Franca
Best Western Plus Hotel Alfa Aeropuerto
I really enjoyed my stay there, breakfast was excellent!! And all the staff was great!!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Excellent shuttle service, very convenient, right next to bus 65 final stop, and 10 minutes to terminal 1
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Moxy Barcelona
Breakfast really good
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Wonderful hotel. Exceptional restaurant. Easy access to the train station for getting around. Hotel is beautiful and the room was spacious and clean. Staff was super helpful. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
The stuff was super unfriendly and upcharged us for many things! Changing their minds many times
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
The staff are courteous, Hospitable and it is a beautiful hotel. These things, the kindness of the staff, and the nice hotel make the distance from the Gothic quarter and outside noise (sometimes) worth it
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Franca
Sants-Montjuïc
Sants-Montjuïc is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Port de Barcelona and Palau Sant Jordi. See more of Barcelona by jumping on the metro at Foc Station or Zona Franca Station.
El Poble-sec
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in El Poble-sec. Spend some time visiting top spots like Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, and catch the metro at Parc de Montjuïc Station or Espanya Station to see more of the area.
Sant Antoni
Travellers choose Sant Antoni for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Sant Antoni Station or Poble Sec Station and check out top sights like Sant Antoni Market.
La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample
Travellers choose La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Entenca Station or Hospital Clinic Station and check out top sights like Arenas de Barcelona.
El Raval
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Barcelona
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Barcelona. Top attractions like La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are major draws. Catch the metro at Liceu Station or Jaume I Station to see more of the city.
