Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona
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Passeig de Gràcia - by Luís Alvoeiro Quaresma on Unsplash
Description
Passeig de Gràcia is one of Barcelona major avenues, stretching between Carrer Gran de Gràcia and Plaça Catalunya in the Eixample district. It is regarded as the most expensive street in the city and possibly in Spain. The 1.3km avenue was built in the early 19th century as part of the city's first urbanisation project and immediately became popular for the aristocracy. Several Art Nouveau buildings were designed by famous architects there, including Gaudi's Casa Battló and Casa Milà, and the avenue's wrought iron street lamps and ornate benches were designed by Pere Falqués i Urpí.
Access & Transport
There are 3 metro stations along the Avenue: Diagonal (L3/L5), Passeig de Gracia (L2/L3/L4) and Plaça de Catalunya (L1, L3, L6, L7, S7). Bus is also a good option, either along the Avenue, the Avinguda Diagonal or the Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes.
Instructions & Recommendations
If you are planning to shop there, it is best to avoid Sundays when many retail stores are closed. This activity is best combined with a visit of the Eixample neighbourhood, Plaça de Catalunya and Casa Battló or Casa Milà.
Environmental & Social
Urban environment with hardly any green spaces. Socially neutral
Conclusion
The Passeig de Gracia is best known as a high-end shopping street and the location of Casa Battló and Casa Milà. There are also other modernist buildings of interest for those interested in architecture, but not much else. In any case, it is highly likely that you will end up walking part of it given its central location and connectivity.
Key positive
Several touristic attractions along the Avenue and a visit-worthy neighbourhood around it
Good for luxury fashion shopping
Central and extremely easy to get to by public transport
Key negative
Most shops are expensive
The Avenue itself is not really spectacular
Suitability
Suitable for all ages but little to interest kids there. Accessible for wheelchair users.
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 25m
est. visit time:1h 30m
Monday11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday11:00 - 21:00
Wednesday11:00 - 21:00
Thursday11:00 - 21:00
Friday11:00 - 21:00
Saturday11:00 - 21:00
Sunday -