DK Travel : Barcelona

With warm, crystal-clear waters lapping its sandy shores and mountains nuzzling up to its northern edge, this glittering jewel in the Mediterranean is blessed with desirable geographical genes. From the buoyant, revamped port area to the atmospheric medieval streets of the Barri Gòtic and the beautiful Modernista buildings of the Eixample, Barcelona has it all. A host of treasure-filled museums, architectural wonders, lively beaches and enchanting squares provide the icing on the cake.

Mirablau

A slightly older, well-heeled set, who adhere to the smart dress code, come to this club-bar for cocktails and amazing views of the city.
Mirador de Colom

At the end of La Rambla, the statue of Christopher Columbus offers a good vantage point for viewing the city. The column, rising 80 m (262 ft), was built in 1888. The elevator that whisks visitors to the top has, fortunately, been renovated since then!
Miranda

The emphasis at Barcelona’s first decidedly gay restaurant is on drag queen acts, not the economical International food.
Mirasol

Possibly Gràcia’s most classic bar, the atmospheric Mirasol has been a bohemian hang-out for decades. In summer, there’s outdoor seating on the plaça .
Miria

The tiny Plaça de Ruis i Taulet boasts four café terraces to choose from. Miria is the best of the bunch and the staff mix a fine caipirinha (sugar-cane spirit with lime, sugar and crushed ice).
MNAC Café

The grand Oval Room of the Palau Nacional is an elegant lunching spot. Specialities include vegetables au gratin and pastries.
Modart

One of the first boutiques in this neighbourhood, Modart is a simple and unpretentious shop where the women’s clothes speak for themselves. Garments by numerous other up-and-coming designers also feature.
Mond Bar

This tiny, trendy bar in the heart of Gràcia is a magnet for mellow barflies who come to mingle, smoke and listen to DJ-spun tunes, including techno, pop, soul and 1970s classics. (Hip Drinking Spots).
Mond Bar

The comfortable sofas, low lights and innovative music policy (pop, lounge and trip-hop) make this one of the coolest hang-outs in the city. Some of Barcelona’s best DJs play here.
Monestir de Montserrat

Catalonia’s holiest place is the region’s most visited monastery. It boasts some Romanesque art and a statue of the “Black Virgin”. (Montserrat).

Jump to top

Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
- under €10
- €10–20
- €20–30
- over €30