"Time Out" Barcelona (10th ed)

Changes are afoot in the Catalan capital, with the palpable surge of national pride as the region is granted more independence giving a boost to every aspect of Barcelona life.

As arts agendas are given a fillip and ever more grander architectural schemes are dreamt up to keep pace with Jean Nouvel's, Richard Rogers' and Enric Miralles' recent contributions to the skyline, the city has also seen a return to its roots, with old traditions brushed off and ancient festivals given renewed vigour.

The tenth annual "Time Out Barcelona" looks at the changes and remains the ultimate reference for all the essentials: where to stay, where to eat, where to shop and what to see.