The historical modernist area is called the “Qadrat d’Or” or Golden Zone, and lives up to its name as it is within walking distance of architectural gems such as Gaudi’s Casa Battló, La Pedrera and other famous houses like the Casa Amatller by Puig i Cadafalch or the Casa Lleó Morera by Domenech i Montaner.
Although perfectly located for enjoying Barcelona, the neighborhood maintains its local atmosphere with the newly renovated Paseo Sant Joan, where you will see the neighborhood come alive with café terraces, urban playgrounds, local grocery and flower shops, pharmacies and bakeries.
If shopping is what you are interested in, Paseo de Gracia and Portal d’Angel can be found just off of Plaza Catalunya, a 10-minute walk. In between these famous shopping streets is the Corte Ingles department store where you can find a gourmet supermarket.