Eixample

Barcelona

Eixample
Eixample
Eixample
Eixample
Eixample
This upscale part of Barcelona charms with grand buildings, modernist architecture, fine dining, and trendy bars and luxury shops.

“L’Eixample” means “The Extension.” The district was developed to connect the original city of Barcelona with the surrounding towns of Sarrià and Gràcia. It’s a huge barrio (neighborhood) with many different faces, but if you spend a few days here you’ll soon be able to recognize them all.

Start at the transportation hub of Plaça de Catalunya and stroll north to discover the neighborhood at your own pace. Because L’Eixample is so central, it’s easy to get here by metro and FGC train. It’s even easier to find your way around because the district’s wide streets were laid out in a geometrical grid pattern during the late 19th century. The Avinguda Diagonal, one of Barcelona’s major avenues, slices right through it.

L’Eixample was constructed during the height of Catalan modernism and talented artists, most famously Antoni Gaudí, gave this neighborhood its distinct art nouveau style. Sign up for a modernism walking tour, which will also introduce you to the master designs of Josep Puig i Cadafalch and Lluis Domenech i Montaner.

The iconic curving building of Casa Milà was nicknamed “La Pedrera,” which translates to the Stone Quarry, when it was built at the start of the 20th century. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was the last private residence designed by architect Antoni Gaudí. Take a tour to admire its ornate interior, period furniture and highly unusual rooftop.

Also don’t miss the stunning façade of the Casa Batlló, another one of Gaudí’s creations. It sits on Passeig de Gràcia, the neighborhood’s central shopping street with a focus on designer fashion. While here, have dinner at one of the five restaurants within El Nacional, an art deco dining venue created in a covered car park.

To the east, in the Antiga Esquerra de l’Eixample, (the Old Left Side) there’s an area nicknamed the “Gaixample.” Come here to hang out in the bars and clubs to experience the city’s LGBTQI scene. Another area within this “Old Corner” is Sant Antoni, an up-and-coming neighborhood with trendy cafés, boutique fashion shops and a popular weekday market.

If you are new to Barcelona, it’s a good idea to base yourself in L’Eixample and walk to La Sagrada Família, La Rambla, Park Guëll and many of Barcelona’s other world-famous attractions.


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Top hotels in Eixample

Hotel Glories
Hotel Glories
3 out of 5
C/Padilla, 173, Barcelona
The price is P6,269 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
P6,269
P7,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (642 reviews)
Pleasant stay
"The room was small but comfortable. The hotel bar had surprisingly good prices. Good budget stay except the price was too high. All the hotels in vicinity were overpriced. You pay for the location."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Hotel Glories
Hotel Condes de Barcelona
Hotel Condes de Barcelona
4 out of 5
Passeig de Gracia, 73-75, Barcelona
The price is P16,775 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
P16,775
P19,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Hotel Condes de Barcelona
Hotel Regina Barcelona
Hotel Regina Barcelona
4 out of 5
Bergara 2-4, Barcelona
The price is P12,200 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P12,200
P14,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Exceptional location, and beautiful rooms"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025

Hotel Regina Barcelona
Sercotel Rosellon
Sercotel Rosellon
4 out of 5
C/ DEL ROSSELLON 390, Barcelona
The price is P10,167 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P10,167
P11,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing stay! The staff were very friendly and helpful! It was just too hot in the room which made the night not enjoyable. We only stayed one night otherwise we would have asked about it. The roof top terrace was great, with awesome service and very friendly!"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Sercotel Rosellon
Olivia Balmes Hotel
Olivia Balmes Hotel
4 out of 5
Carrer de Balmes, 117, Barcelona
The price is P11,183 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
P11,183
P13,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"I had a lovely time staying at this hotel, the staff was friendly and kind."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Olivia Balmes Hotel
Occidental Diagonal 414
Occidental Diagonal 414
4.5 out of 5
Avenida Diagonal, 414, Barcelona
The price is P10,675 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P10,675
P12,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (958 reviews)
Perfect location and great stay
"I stayed at this hotel for three days and we were upgraded to a delux room with a balcony. It was still smaller than I expected. The location of this hotel is great and the breakfast is awesome!"

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Occidental Diagonal 414
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Other neighbourhoods around Eixample

Placa de Catalunya which includes outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

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 Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.

Dreta de l'Eixample
A taste bud explosion! This chicken nacho sandwich is as unique as it is beautiful and soooo yummy! Come hungry! #Trovember

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.

L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample
Casa Vicens showing heritage elements

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 Vila de Gràcia
Arc de Triomf which includes heritage elements, a sunset and street scenes

Sant Pere

Travelers to Sant Pere praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Palau de la Música Catalana and Arc de Triomf.

Sant Pere
La Sagrada Familia showing a sunset, a city and landscape views

La Sagrada Familia

La Sagrada Familia is a destination travelers 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.

La Sagrada Familia
Blue skies .. Arc de Triomph view ...

el Fort Pienc

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

el Fort Pienc

Eixample