Barcelona has a 2,000-year history that blends nicely with its cosmopolitan sensibility. Seeing Barcelona by walking is reccommended. A leisurely stroll down La Rambla uncovers a buys world of outdoor markets. On the waterfront, Olympic Harbour and Port Vell offer tourists a mix of cafés, bars, and curio shops. The Gothic Quarter is famous for its historical landmarks and bohemian atmosphere. Other things to see are the attractions, Santa Maria del Mar, the scattered ruins of the old Roman Wall, the Moderniste architecture of Example, and the Museu Picasso, which features the artist’s Blue Period.

Art, History and Culture
Our Art Walk: the foremost display of painting along with Museo del Prado, Museo Thyssen, Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, where all the history of universal painting has been collected, together with many of its most outstanding masterpieces. Besides, Madrid offers you 73 more Museums to embrace all the human knowledge.

A wide cultural program throughout the year
Concerts. Exhibitions. Ballet. Zarzuela, Flamenco, Madrid Festival, popular parties, etc

History live
One of the most important historic areas among the largest european cities, as well as many valuable historic-artistic monuments.

Fundacio Joan Miro
Avenida Miramar, 71, Parc de Montjuïc, Barcelona 08038 · 93-329-19-08
Established by Joan Miro as a forum for contemporary art. Much of Miro's work is displayed here in a wide variety of mediums, while periodic exhibits feature other artists. Check out the sculpture garden, library, gift shop, restaurant, and an auditorium for classical music performances.

Passion for life
Passion that makes you fully enjoy life, and which it reflects in the friendly character of its people. It is catching and you can practise it anytime. There is always something new to do to have fun in Madrid, a huge and delicious gastronomy and tempting shops difficult to avoid.

Museu Maritim
Avenida Drassanes, 1, Barcelona 08001 · 93-301-18-31
Majestic building dates back to the Catalan Gothic era. Unique artifacts such as nautical equipment, documents, ships and art provide an insightful glimpse into naval development and commerce. Many educational activities for children. ADMISSION: Adult 800 ptas, Child (8-16)/Senior (65+) 400 ptas, Child (under 7) Free

Surroundings
Within a stone's throw from Madrid there are a large number of places representative of Spanish history, art and culture. Important towns such as Toledo, Segovia, El Escorial, Avila, Aranjuez are known world-wide, and some of them have been declared of Human Heritage.