Barcelona : top sights, authentic experiences (3rd edition)

Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher*Lonely Planet's Best of Barcelona 2019 is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.

Gaze in wonder at Gaudi's Sagrada Familia, stroll along La Rambla and the ancient streets of the Barri Gotic, and take your pick of tapas joints - all with your trusted travel companion.

Discover the best of Barcelona and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet's Best of Barcelona 2019:Full-colour images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, art, food, wine, sportFree, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus easy-to-use colour maps to help you exploreCovers Barri Gotic, La Rambla, La Ribera, La Sagrada Familia & L'Eixample, Parc Guell, El Raval, Barceloneta & the Waterfront, and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best of Barcelona 2019, our easy-to-use guide, filled with inspiring and colourful photos, focuses on Barcelona's most popular attractions for those wanting to experience the best of the best. Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the country has to offer?

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