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It is largely its industrialization that explains the extraordinary expansion of Barcelona that will begin in the second half of the 19th century. It is especially in the northern part of the city, in the district of Sant Marti and that of Poblenou that the factories were. From the end of the 20th century, here as in many other Western countries, relocations will gradually cause the deindustrialization of the city.
Today, on the site of what was once known as the Catalan Manchester, the most avant-garde and futuristic Barcelona is budding.
Closer to home, on October 17, 1986, the selection of Barcelona as host city for the 1992 Olympic Games was announced; it was the start of a colossal urban transformation.
Come and discover the futuristic "Poblenou" by bike with us, but also its oldest part, the Olympic village, the seafront... A visit off the beaten track that will not fail to seduce you.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet in Plaça Reial. In the center of this square is a fountain, the Fountain of the Three Graces. I will wait for you near this fountain, on the rambla side, I will have in my hand a briefcase marked "You are here".
Itinerary
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1Placa Reial
This is our meeting place, one of the most beautiful if not the most beautiful square in Barcelona, with the remarkable fountain of the Three Graces in its center and not far away, two lampposts designed by Antoni Gaudí.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Parc de la Ciutadella
Formerly the site of an old citadel converted into a park at the end of the nineteenth century, discover this very beautiful park, its greenhouse, its shade house, its Museum of Natural Sciences, its Museum of Geology, its Zoo, the preserved buildings of the citadel, its beautiful fountain...
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Arc de Triomf
Entrance gate to the first Universal Exhibition in Barcelona which took place in the Parc de la Ciutadella.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Parc de la gare du nord in which is the very beautiful work of the American artist Beverly Pepper: "The fallen sky".
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Teatre Nacional De Catalunya (Pass by)
A work of the Barcelona architect, Ricardo Bofill.
Admission ticket free -
5Los Encantes Barcelona
The very amazing flea market in Barcelona.
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The brand new Barcelona Design Museum
Admission ticket free -
6Torre Glories
A work of the French architect Jean Nouvel.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7El Poblenou
More precisely, the part of the Poblenou district known as District 22@ where there are a large number of buildings of ultra-contemporary architecture and also, the "Parc del Center del Poblenou" designed by Jean Nouvel.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Rambla del Poblenou (Pass by)
The main artery of this popular area, a pleasant walk down to the beach.
Admission ticket free -
8Ciutadella / Vila Olimpica
The Olympic Village built to house the athletes during the 1992 Olympic Games, the Olympic port and the various developments made for this very important event for the city.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
La Barceloneta (Pass by)
La Barceloneta, its picturesque narrow streets and its magnificent promenade by the sea.
Admission ticket free -
Port Vell (Old Port) (Pass by)
The Old Port of the city, completely transformed at the end of the 80s.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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