El Carmel Travel Guide
Barcelona
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 great live music and notable monuments 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.
Barcelona Cathedral
Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.
Camp Nou
Catch an event at Camp Nou during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Things to do
Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off
Fast Track: Sagrada Familia Guided Tour
Skip-the-Line Casa Batlló Tickets with SmartGuide
Park Guell Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up
Montserrat Tour with Cog-Wheel Train & Black Madonna Priority Access
Top hotels in El Carmel
Barcelona Airport Hotel
I have to say that this hotel is not getting a good rating from us. At $300 or more a night it has been the noisiest hotel ever. Door slamming and people talking loudly in the hallways and someone keeps rattling our door knob while we are trying to sleep. I chose this because they had an excellent ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Breakfast buffet was extraordinary. Hotel personnel very friendly and willing to help guests.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Royal Ramblas
Super good
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Rialto
Breakfast was great. Room and facilities freshly renovated with old world vibe respected. Excellent location! Hint...if using Black and Yellow taxi...instruct taxi to drop you in front of hotel...not in the square. From the cruise port to Rialto, Gothic Quarter, should be under 30 and dropped at ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
Aaaa
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Arc la Rambla
Everything was excellent! We had an amazing stay, the staff is friendly and helpful! The breakfast was amazing! The location is convenient! I highly recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmel
Gràcia
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Gràcia. Make a stop by Passeig de Gràcia or Gaudi House Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Joanic Station or Fontana Station to get around town.
la Vila de Gràcia
You might enjoy the architecture while in la Vila de Gràcia. Passeig de Gràcia is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Fontana Station or Gracia Station to see more of the city.
La Sagrada Familia
La Sagrada Familia is a destination travellers like for its churches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Sagrada Familia Station or Sant Pau Dos de Maig to explore sights like Sagrada Familia.
Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Sagrada Familia and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
Dreta de l'Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Passeig de Gràcia, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample
Visitors to L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Avinguda Diagonal and Mercat del Ninot. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Provenca Station.
