Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet's Discover Barcelona is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore out-of-this-world Gaudi architecture, graze on tapas as you go bar-hopping, or stroll along the carnivalesque La Rambla; all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Barcelona and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Discover Barcelona: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, architecture, politics, food, wine, sport Free, convenient pull-out Barcelona map (included in print version), plus over 21 colour maps Covers Barri Gotic, El Raval, La Ribera, Barceloneta, L'Eixample, La Rambla, Montjuic, La Zona Alta, Gracia, El Born and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Discover Barcelona, our easy-to-use guide, filled with inspiring and colorful photos, focuses on Barcelona's most popular attractions for those looking for the best of the best. Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences and extensively covers all of the city's neighborhoods? Check out Lonely Planet's Barcelona guide. Or check out Pocket Barcelona, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Spain guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer, or Discover Spain, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Regis St Louis, Sally Davies and Andy Symington About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.