Lonely Planet Pocket Barcelona

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Barcelona.

Imagine a place where Modernista architecture meets medieval streets and golden sand beaches share a stage with view-drenched parks. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travellers and locals who have visited Catedral de Barcelona, eaten a Catalan breakfast at La Boqueria, and strolled through Park Gϋell. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Barcelona travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

• Exciting 'Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Barcelona
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including La Sagrada Familia, Mercat de la Boqueria, and Museu Picasso
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Updated as part of Lonely Planet's reimagined guidebook collections, built to help travellers plan smarter, travel easier and explore with confidence
• Covers: La Rambla & Barri Gòtic; El Raval; La Ribera & El Born; Barceloneta, the Waterfront & El Poblenou; La Sagrada Família & L’Eixample; Gràcia & Park Güell; Camp Nou, Pedralbes & La Zona Alta; Montjuïc, Poble Sec & Sant Antoni

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Barcelona.