El Carmel Travel Guide
Barcelona
Popular places to visit
Sagrada Familia
Buildings don’t come more iconic than this extraordinary basilica which has become the symbol of Barcelona worldwide.
La Rambla
Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.
Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops 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.
Camp Nou
Catch an event at Camp Nou during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Park Güell
A surprise awaits you at every turn in this fantasmagorical park with fabulous views over the city.
Top hotels in El Carmel
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Excellent breakfast. The shuttle bus had limited luggage space which filled up very quickly. You have to fight your way in.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Moxy Barcelona
Great customer service
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
Room was excellent. Price was right Staff were super nice Would definitely stay there again. Highly recommend it
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Arc la Rambla
Breakfast was good, clean area, variety was good.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Royal Ramblas
The hotel was amazing and so were the staff.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Excellent place to stay. Wonderful Staff
Reviewed on 7 Apr 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 Experiencia 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.
