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WHAT'S ON IN BARCELONA APRIL 2018 # 34
 
 
 
 

Welcome to Barcelona and Happy Sant Jordi 2018!

The fine weather is the perfect excuse to explore Barcelona on foot: to discover its history as you stroll through its streets, to go shopping, to relax at a pavement café and enjoy one of its most poplar festivals, the Diada de Sant Jordi. On 23rd April the city is packed with stalls selling roses and books, and cultural activities too.
We look forward to welcoming you!

 
   
 
   
 
 
 

The tradition of Sant Jordi

The book, the rose… and the bread!

A complete Diada de Sant Jordi in Barcelona means taking a leisurely stroll, giving friends and loved ones flowers and books, and tasting traditional products like the special bread, the pa de Sant Jordi. If you’re visiting the city, experience Sant Jordi like a true Barcelonian!

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A passion for culture

 

The Arús Library, founded more than a century ago

Books, manuscripts, incunabula, music scores… an interesting guided tour of knowledge with discounts at the ticket office on Sant Jordi Day.

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Stories and legends of the Gothic Quarter

Do you enjoy legends like the one about Sant Jordi? Travel with us to medieval Barcelona on this walking tour. You’ll discover stories that are worthy of novels!

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Mies van der Rohe Pavilion

The pavilion is an iconic piece of modern architecture and will be open to the public free of charge to celebrate Sant Jordi. Make sure you visit!

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Palau Güell

Discover the story of Eusebi Güell, the original owner of this modernista landmark house with dramatised tours throughout the day.

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Springtime shopping

Spring is in full bloom in Barcelona! And over the coming months discovering the city and doing some shopping will be a real pleasure. Here are two unique experiences designed so you can enjoy your visit to the full. You’ll even be able to go shopping on Sundays as the city’s shops will be open.

 

Barcelona Shopping Days

Strolling through Barcelona and going shopping is an irresistible plan when the fine weather arrives. In May, take advantages of Sundays 6th, 13th and 20th!

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Barcelona Genuine Shops Tour

You can sign up for this tour and visit a selection of the city’s genuine and unique shops with a professional guide. You’ll be inspired!

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The essentials for 2018

Don’t miss out on these 100 plans!

Come to Barcelona! The city offers you a wide range of cultural events: concerts spanning every musical genre, art exhibitions, dance, film and theatre festivals, sporting competitions... Make sure you don’t miss some of the year’s 100 essential events.

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