I Explored Barcelona for the First Time! | Tim Laude

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  1. Barcelona Cathedral

    Temple · Barri Gòtic

    Construction began in the 13th century and was only completed in the 1900s.

  2. Pont del Bisbe

    Landmark · Barri Gòtic

    Look for the small skull carved under the bridge.

  3. Mercat de la Boqueria

    Market · El Raval

    Recommended dishes are jamón ibérico de bellota with manchego, garlic razor clams, Galician-style octopus and fresh figs.

  4. Plaça Reial

    Landmark · Barri Gòtic

    Street dancers were performing in the square during the visit.

  5. La Rambla

    Neighborhood · Ciutat Vella

    Large parts were under construction and renovation at the time of filming.

  6. Plaça de Sant Miquel

    Landmark · Barri Gòtic · brief mention

  7. Cerveseria Catalana

    Restaurant · Eixample

    The torrija dessert is a highlight; there can be a queue even at 10 p.m.

  8. Camp Nou

    Landmark · Les Corts

    Being expanded to 105,000 seats; tickets average €200–300, with a €700 minimum for El Clásico.

  9. Passeig de Gràcia

    Shopping · Eixample · brief mention

  10. Plaça de Catalunya

    Landmark · Eixample

    Has no restaurants around it and feels less chaotic than La Rambla.

  11. Casa Batlló

    Landmark · Eixample

    An audio guide is included; the tiles shade from light to dark blue going up so light spreads evenly.

  12. Sagrada Família

    Landmark · Eixample

    The tallest church in the world; interior finishing is expected by 2030, and Gaudí's crypt can be glimpsed.

  13. Tantarantana

    Restaurant · Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera

    Rated mediocre overall at €44 for the meal, though the potatoes with ham were good.

  14. El Born

    Neighborhood · Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera

  15. Paradiso

    Bar · Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera

    Opens at 5 p.m.; try the fig-based Pimpo, the Wabi-Sabi with rice-coconut foam, and the helium coffee 'flying cloud'.

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