Poblenou Travel Guide

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Poblenou
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Poblenou
Poblenou
Poblenou

Gentrification has turned this former industrial district into one of Barcelona’s most artistic and edgy neighborhoods. Come see it before the masses arrive.

You could say El Poblenou (The New Town) is an up-and-coming neighborhood and one of Barcelona’s best-kept secrets, but the truth is it’s already undeniably trendy and that word has already gotten out.

El Poblenou is a loosely defined area that refers to the new developments east of Parc de la Ciutadella that extend south towards Barcelona’s waterfront. Many return visitors to Barcelona prefer to stay here over the Old City due to the lack of crowds, more reasonable prices and the authentic and artistic atmosphere.

The former industrial district has its own Rambla, a bustling, pedestrian-friendly

street modeled on the famous one in the Old City. La Rambla del Poblenou takes you from the huge Diagonal Mar shopping center on Avinguda Diagonal to the seaside.

Tip: Take lots of little side trips along the way to make some Poblenou discoveries all of your own. When your feet need a rest, take a seat on a café terrace and order some delicious tapas dishes. Every first weekend of the month, the Palo Alto Market delights the crowds with food stalls and music.

If you are into modern art, check out La Plataforma and Addicted To Life, both not far from the Llacuna metro station. Afterwards, visit the Museu del Disseny de Barcelona (Design Museum of Barcelona) in Plaça de les Glories Catalanes. The exhibits showcase ever-changing examples of fashion design, interior design, product design and information design.

Get a new wardrobe or haircut in the square’s sprawling Les Glòries mall in preparation for a night out on the town. Head back to La Rambla del Poblenou to have a late-night meal and party with the locals.

Poblenou’s recently redeveloped former slum, now rebranded as El Front Marítim del Poblenou, borders on the Ronda del Litoral coastal road. Across from this busy highway, you’ll find some LGTBQI-friendly clubs along the Platja de la Nova Mar Bella, a popular Mediterranean beach.


Popular places to visit



Other neighbourhoods around Poblenou

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La Vila Olimpica del Poblenou

3.5/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending time in La Vila Olimpica del Poblenou, you might enjoy attractions like Barceloneta Beach and Nova Icaria Beach. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Ciutadella-Vila Olimpica Station to see more of the city.

La Vila Olimpica del Poblenou
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Sant Martí

4/5(193 area reviews)

Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Sant Martí. Top attractions like Barceloneta Beach and Centro Comercial Glòries are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Pere IV Tram Stop or Fluvià Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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el Fort Pienc

You might enjoy the bars while in el Fort Pienc. Passeig de Sant Joan is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Marina Station or Arc de Triomf Station to see more of the city.

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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.

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El Born

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Paseo del Borne or Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.

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Barceloneta

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

Barceloneta is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Port de Barcelona or Barceloneta Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Barceloneta


Poblenou Travel Guide