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hether this is your first time in the Catalan capital or whether you consider Barcelona to be your sunnier home from home, there is always plenty to see and do here. Over 7.5 million visitors enjoy their own unique Barcelona experience every year. These include business trips, family holidays, friends taking a break together, romantic weekends, and countless more good reasons for listening to the enticing call of destination Barcelona.

The way you travel says a lot about you, and if you’re reading this magazine, chances are that you’re an independent traveller who has chosen to stay in a holiday apartment. Congratulations!

Only 1,7% of Barcelona’s apartments are used for tourist apartment rentals, so you are one of the privileged few who have chosen to experience the city just like a local.

Barcelona is a truly unique city, with spectacular architecture, Mediterranean beaches, worldclass sightseeing attractions and a strong cultural identity. We would like to accompany your Barcelona experience with a guide that

includes and also goes beyond the regular information offered to tourists. After all, you’re not just visiting Barcelona, you’re also living with us, in the apartment next door.

You’ll find some useful insights into the structures that make the city tick, from local regulations to the colour of the recycling bins and the characteristics of different beaches.

Holiday apartment rentals represent the most sustainable travel option for many visitors, and as a conscious traveller we want to help you feel as integrated as possible during your stay in Barcelona.

Wishing you a comfortable stay,

Enrique Alcántara-García Chairman Apartur: Barcelona Tourist Apartments Association

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Welcome from Apartur • Tourist information • WiFi • Transport • Tax free shopping Live like a local Shopping hotspots Top tips

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SIGHTSEEING 14 16 18 20 22 24

Top 10 sights Sightseeing attractions Museums and art The fascist vision: exhibition at Catalan History Museum Day trip: Figueres and Dalí Activities for kids

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FEATURES 26 27 28 30

Secrets of Barcelona A Taste of Luxury Vocab: festive talk Christmas traditions WHAT'S ON

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November events December events Nightlife EAT & DRINK

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P32 COMEDY GOLD

Restaurants Bars & pubs

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Editor: Francesca Hector • Editorial Assistants: Alexandra Constantine, Maxwell Sendor, Yasmin Worsley, Ryan Lennon, Hollie Morton • Nightlife Desk: Mark J • Sales: Ana Sanchez • Marketing: Sandra Roig • Design: James Ramirez • Photography: Carlos Sanchez Pereyra (lamunicipaldebarcelona.com) While the publishers endeavour to ensure accurate content, we cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions, or for writers or contributors opinions. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be translated, reproduced, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical or otherwise, without prior written permission from the publishers.

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TOURIST INFORMATION General Tourist Info

· Plaça Catalunya, 17-S · Passatge de la Concepció, 7-9

Cultural Tourism · Palau de la Virreina, La Rambla 99 · Palau Robert, Passeig de Gràcia 107 TAX FREE SHOPPING Non EU residents can claim VAT back for goods with a value greater than 90,16€.

Ask for a tax free cheque. You can only claim for items you are taking out of Spain.

Cash in your tax free cheques at:

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Airport

Get cheques stamped by customs, then cashed at any Bureau de Change in the currency you wish.

THEFT REPORT You will need a crime number in Barcelona to make any insurance claims abroad. This is issued at a police station, however you can make the report online or by phone before collecting the number in person.

Police Stations

The most central ones are: Nou de la Rambla, 76-80 M Liceu Plaça Catalunya M Catalunya English speaking telephone line 902 102 112 www Online www.policiadecatalunya.net Click on “accés a l’oficina virtual de denúncies”. Click your language.

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TRANSPORT Getting to Barcelona Airport

By Aerobús to Terminal 1 & 2 Buses depart every 5 minutes from Pl. Catalunya, from 5:30 – 24:30.

Single 5,90€, Return 10,20€

By Public Transport: Metro Line 9 Sud (4,50€ one way) Bus number 46 to Terminal 1 & 2, from Plaça Espanya, from 05:38 – 23:58, every 25 minutes.

Night bus N16 (to Terminal 2), N17 (to Terminal 1.) Every 20 minutes, from Pl. Catalunya, 23:00 – 05:00.

Train to Terminal 2 (free bus from here to T1). Every 30 minutes, from Sants. From 05:13 – 23:14.

Single 2,15€, or you can also use T10 or other TMB tickets.

Getting to Girona Airport Barcelona Bus from Barcelona Nord Bus Station next to M Arc de Triomf One way 16€, Return 25€ Check timetable online www.barcelonabus.com Buses are timed with flight departures.

Around Barcelona 2,15€ Single ticket for bus/metro 9,95€ T10 ticket, 10 trips on bus/metro (transferable, & valid any day) 14€ Hola Bcn 2 day travelcard (non-transferable) Other travelcard options www.tmb.cat

FREE WIFI 500+ free WiFi spots are located throughout the city. www.bcn.cat/barcelonawifi POLICE, AMBULANCE, FIRE

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LIVE LIKE A LOCAL Cycling in the city

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Protective helmets are compulsory for cyclists under the age of 16.

Cyclists must use the cycle lanes; if there isn’t one, stay in the lane closest to the pavement.

Using the bus lane is not permitted.

Bikes can only ride on pavements that are wider than 5 metres.

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Be aware that drinking alcohol in the street is illegal, and you can be fined from 30€ – 1500€ according to the severity of the disturbance.

Bikinis and shirts-off is just for the beach, cover up in town.

The police can fine people for buying goods from unauthorised street traders as well as the sellers themselves.

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In your apartment

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Please keep quiet between 22:00 and 8:00. Your neighbours will appreciate this, as they are not on holiday.

Lower your voices as soon as you enter the building as sounds carry up the stairs, and some people may also have the window open.

Be aware that heels on tiles or parquet floor make a loud click which can usually be heard in the apartment below.

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Keep your luggage in sight, or use a left luggage service. Make sure bags are always closed.

Protect your personal belongings, especially in crowded areas such as the city centre and La Rambla.

Be vigilant on public transport, especially the bus stop for the airport and on the train to the airport.

Recycling Barcelona is an eco-friendly city. Keep an eye out for the coloured recycling bins nearest to your apartment:

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Yellow: plastic and tetra pack Green: glass Blue: paper Brown: organic Grey: non-recyclable items

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1. PASSEIG DE GRÀCIA If you are drawn to classic and chic labels, then head straight to Passeig de Gràcia. This luxurious boulevard boasts beautiful buildings and décor, including the magnificent Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.

shopping HOTSPOTS

Many of the most prestigious fashion shops and brands in Barcelona are located here, including Bulgari, Gucci, Hermès, Prada, Emporio Armani, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton.

If you are on a budget, or don’t want to splash out as far as a pair of Jimmy Choo stilettos, then check out the high-street stores such as Zara, Mango and H&M which you'll also find here.

2. BORN This beautiful cultural hub is an up-andcoming fashion district with plenty of independent boutiques that specialise in one-off items and contemporary fashion.

Many of the most best shops are in C/ Rec, C/ dels Flassaders, and in the small streets off Rambla del Born.

3. RAVAL IF YOU ARE BRINGING GOODS OUT OF THE EU, ASK FOR A TAX FREE CHEQUE IN THE SHOP

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The quirky neighbourhood of El Raval has inspired an abundance of vintage clothing shops, located mainly on C/ Tallers and C/ de la Riera Baixa. You'll find everything from faux fur, camouflage jackets, vintage shoes and bags, to all kinds of retro styles.

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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING Festive window displays beckon shoppers into their colourful decorated consumer wonderlands.

Barcelona is one of Europe's most popular shopping destinations, and Christmas is an especially busy season. Check out the Fira de Santa Llúcia Christmas market, on p30.

4. RAMBLA DE CATALUNYA

Shops are normally closed on Sundays and public holidays in Catalunya, but during the month of December many will open on the 6th, 8th and 18th.

This boulevard crosses the Modernist Eixample district and leads from Plaça Catalunya to Diagonal. One of the trendiest shopping streets in Barcelona, international brands and exquisite local designers present their latest offerings in its small boutiques and larger stores.

5. GRÀCIA Once an independent village, Gràcia still retains a strong sense of its own identity; alternative, slightly bohemian, and very Catalan. It is popular with students and has lots of squares lined by bars and terraces.

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This wide avenue has been recently renovated and its tree-lined pedestrian promenade is full of elegant shops. Its shopping area stretches from the top of Passeig de Gràcia to Plaça Francesc Macià and continues towards Maria Cristina and the l'illa Diagonal shopping centre.

7. PORTAL DE L'ÀNGEL Just below Plaça Catalunya you'll find this pedestrian street which is brimming with top high street stores such as El Corte Inglés, Zara and Cortefiel. You'll also find several shoe shops and sparkles from Swarovski.

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El Gordo or "The Big One" is the world's largest Christmas lottery.

Tickets are made of 10 decimos, and each part is sold for 20â‚Ź, so lucky numbers are always shared amongst locals who buy tickets in the same place.

Winners are drawn on 22nd Dec.

Get to the Boqueria market on La Rambla just before closing time at 20:30 for some incredible prices, especially for freshly cut fruit and smoothies that can't be kept for the next day, such as three portions of fruit for the price of one.

A tip is always an appreciated way of showing your own appreciation for someone's service. Cover charges are included in all bills, but adding anything from a euro for a taxi ride to a few more euros at a restaurant is welcomed.

BLA BLA CAR - TRAVEL FOR LESS This great car share website is popular with both locals and travellers in Barcelona.

Create a user account, specify where you are, where you want to go and when, and the website brings up available rides. You meet the driver in the designated spot, pay the petrol money and away you go! Not only a money saving gem, but a great way to travel and meet new people. www.blablacar.es

XMAS EVE MIDNIGHT MASS IN BARCELONA This is one of the most special and beautiful religious ceremonies of the year, and is known as "La Missa del Gall". You can experience this Catholic tradition in Santa Maria del Mar in the Born, in the Barcelona Cathedral, and many more churches.

You can also find out about mass in other local churches thoughout Barcelona on the website www.misas.org, which has details of 289 places of worship.

DIA DE LOS SANTOS INOCENTES, 28 DECEMBER If something smells fishier than the back of the Boqueria market, whether a news story or incongruous remark, check the date. This day "of the Innocent Saints" is the equivalent to the UK's April Fool's Day, a free-for-all prankster permit that reels in the gullible and offers opportunities for chuckles all round.

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Park Güell &SARRIÀ Gaudí ExperiÈNCIA SANT GERVASI

LES CORTS

Discover Gaudí’s gardens and works.

C/ Olot 7 & C/ Larrard 41 M Vallcarca / Lesseps

Camp Nou

Catch a game at FC Barcelona’s home turf, and tour their grounds and museum.

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Watch the fountains dance to an uplifting soundtrack and impressive light show.

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One of Europe's most . Enjoy tigious opera venues r. a show and guided tou La Rambla 51-59 M Liceu

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Casa BatLló Marvel at its colourful ceramic tiles, impressive interior and chimneys.

Passeig de Gràcia 43 M Passeig de Gràcia

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This magnificent construction captures the essence of Modernist architecture.

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Gaudí’s magnum opus is a masterpiece of symbolism and sacred geometry.

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El Born

Palau de la Música

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A lavishly decorated OLÍMPIC Modernist concert hall with world-class acoustics.

C/ Palau de la Música M Urqu inaona

Barcelona Cathedral

Visit the magnificent Gothic Cathedral with its beautiful cloister and religious art.

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Santa María del Mar

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PLAÇA REIAL Just off La Rambla, this square has animated bars, good restaurants and buzzing clubs which stay open until late. It's a popular meeting point for free walking tours. Tall palm trees and a graceful fountain create a unique ambience.

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BORN CULTURAL CENTRE

SANTA MARÍA DEL PI

The Born Market was reinaugurated in 2013 as a cultural centre with a special focus on 18th century life and the events of September 11th 1714, when Catalonia lost its independence.

This church has the largest stained glass rosette in Europe. A traditional artisan gourmet market takes place in the square at weekends, and offers plenty of opportunities to sample local delicacies.

Plaça Comercial 12 Jaume I Open Tues-Sun 10:00-20:00

Plaça del Pi 7 Liceu Open daily 10:00-18:00

ENJOY THE WINTER SUN

PORT OLÍMPIC

ARC DE TRIOMF

Gaze out onto the sailing boats docked in this stylish part of the city's port. Several yacht and catamaran trips depart from here daily. There are plenty of good seafood restaurants and bars.

Barcelona's Triumphal Arch marked the Universal Exhibition of 1888, and was the main entrance to the Ciutadella Park. It was designed in the mudejar style and boasts the city's coat of arms.

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Arc de Triomf

ART AND

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JOAN MIRÓ FOUNDATION

Barcelona’s contemporary art museum opened in 1995 with a mission to offer a diverse range of artistic visions. Its permanent collection includes works by Klee, Klimt and Tàpies.

Temporary exhibitions constantly challenge our ideas of contemporary art and existence.

This is the largest collection of Miró’s graphic art, with over 500 drawings and notebooks, 225 paintings and 150 sculptures. Highlights include the sculpture gallery with the Mercury Fountain by Alexander Calder, and Espai 13 which features the work of young artists.

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CATALONIA NATIONAL ART MUSEUM (MNAC) Located in the sumptuous Palau Nacional in Plaça Espanya, this museum holds an extensive range of sculptures, paintings, drawings and photography. Discover the history of Catalan art from the Romanesque period until the middle of the 20th century.

Palau Nacional, Parc de Montjuïc Plaça Espanya

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ANTONI TÀPIES FOUNDATION This remarkable space was set up to facilitate the understanding of modern and contemporary art. The collection has examples of every aspect of Tàpies’ artistic output and of the different techniques he used, such as painting, sculpture, drawing and engraving.

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COSMOCAIXA

BOOK TICKETS ONLINE AND AVOID THE QUEUES IN THE MOST POPULAR MUSEUMS AND ATTRACTIONS

Barcelona’s science museum offers interactive insights into all the different disciplines and principles of science in a clear, dynamic and interactive way. Discover our fascinating planet and cosmos thorough displays such as the Submerged Forest and Foucault’s Pendulum.

Carrer d’Isaac Newton, 26. FGC Tibidabo

PICASSO MUSEUM

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A fascinating insight into the controversial artist’s works, with a focus on pieces from Picasso’s earlier years which reveal the deep relationship he had with Barcelona. Much of the art you will find here was created while he was living in the Catalan capital.

This new museum opened in 2015 and presents global diversity through the wide range of pieces exhibited from Africa, Asia, America and Oceania. Discover how other heritages have developed alternative traditions and lifestyles.

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CATALONIA HISTORY MUSEUM

MANY MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES OFFER FREE ENTRY ON THE 1ST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH

Exhibitions give an insight into each major stage of the region’s development from prehistoric times to the present. Find out about the lifestyle of cave-dwellers in the Pyrenees, and the impact of the Spanish Civil War in more recent history.

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FC BARCELONA MUSEUM

A world-class centre for contemporary culture, the CCCB emphasises the importance of creative research and strives for new knowledge in the 21st century. Digital and new technologies are integrated in its galleries, exhibitions and archives.

It's the most popular museum in Catalonia, and has historical archives of Barça football strips, sporting material, trophies, and an art gallery.

The football memorabilia collection details the team’s history from its early days to the current season.

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ussolini’s support of Franco proved to be decisive in the Spanish Civil War. Italy’s fascist regime sent military equipment such as planes, boats and arms, as well as financial support. The Aviazione Legionaria followed by the Corpo di Truppe Volontarie came to help Franco’s army in July 1936 and stayed in Spain until the conflict ended in June 1939.

This exhibition presents the larger than life legend that fascist propaganda spun around the Spanish Civil War. The collection brings together for the first time images that represent the fascist intervention during the conflict, whilst previous retrospectives have focused on specific places or the historical background.

Sources are drawn from both official propaganda and individual responses to the situation. An interesting discourse between different points of view gives fascinating insights through its variations, constant factors and revealing absences.

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Two hundred images have been chosen from a volume of about 20,000 and from three different sources. These are illustrated magazines which were close to the regime and subject to censorship, whilst maintaining some editorial independence; personal photos from about a dozen soldiers, and institutional and military sources. Together they represent an intertwined story, each with its own viewpoint.

Large variations on the same theme are sometimes captured, according to the objective or mission of each photographer, but there is also sometimes a striking resemblance between the materials and the story they tell.

This historic exhibition will be inaugurated on the 17th November and can be seen until the 26th February at the Museo d’Història de Catalunya (Plaça del Pau Vila, 3.) Entrance is free.

It will then travel to venues around Catalonia, Spain and Italy for the next three years.

Info and tickets : www.barcelonayyamenco.com +34 93 301 06 60 facebook.com/bcnyyamenco

DAY TRIP

Dalí museum & FIGUERES Tucked away up the Costa Brava, this unassuming town situated just north of Girona would be overlooked by many, were it not for Salvador Dalí. The artist was born and raised here, and returned to live here after many years in the 1960s.

DALÍ THEATRE MUSEUM The building which Dalí transformed into his museum used to be the town's municipal theatre. It was burnt down at the end of the Civil War in 1939, but was restored and inaugurated in 1974.

Even from a distance the Dalí Theatre Museum will immediately catch your eye with its enormous glass dome, pink wall encrusted with 1500 three-cornered loaves of Catalan bread and topped with giant eggs, and some incredible statues in the square outside the entrance, all offering a taste of what awaits its visitors.

The museum has a complicated array of rooms around a central semicircular garden area that contains a disused Cadillac covered in ivy containing three mannequins and various snails. If visitors put a coin into the slot provided, water washes over the inside of the 22

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car. In the Mae West room, a bizarre collection of bedroom furniture forms the actress’ face when seen from an elevated platform.

A picture in the main gallery transforms according to the viewer’s focus: ‘Gala Nude Watching the Sea, which, at a Distance of 20 metres, turns into the Portrait of Abraham Lincoln’.

Plaça Gala i Salvador Dalí, 5. 9:30-18:30. 12€

FIGUERES MODERNISM ROUTE Like jewels in this elegant town’s tiara, Catalan Modernism is represented by seven remarkable buildings in Figueres. Architect Josep Azemar i Pont introduced the style at the turn of the 20th century with his Casa Cusí, Casa Puig-Soler and Casa Salleras, all located on the Rambla. Explore the town as you follow this route, discovering his work and that of his contemporaries.

SIGHTSEEING

GETTING TO FIGUERES FRANCE FIGUERES

C ATA LO N I A BARCELONA

Train: Barcelona Sants to Girona (1hr, 11€), then Girona to Figueres (31mins, 5€).

EMPORDÀ ART MUSEUM The region has inspired many talented artists throughout history, which has resulted in this magnificent collection. From archaeology and Medieval sculptures to Baroque paintings and 20th century art.

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Art Nouveau that remains to be discovered

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In BCN VISIT OPEN CAMP Instead of rides, the world’s first theme park dedicated to sports has virtual reality simulations and real-life challenges from the most popular sports which place you right in the centre of the action. Can you score that winning goal? Will you be first across the finish line in a Moto GP challenge? Do you have what it takes to beat the world record in a 100m sprint?

Plaça de Nèmesi Ponsatí, Montjuïc

CREATIVITY AT MIBA MUSEUM The innovate Museum of Ideas and Inventions challenges kids with its interactive and quirky displays. Experience the hurricane simulator, peer below your feet with a periscope, and feel what it's like to walk on thin air with the glass floor entrance. Younger kids can take part in an inventions contest in the Kids Space.

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TIBIDABO FUNFAIR This amusement park is over a century old, making it one of the first and most iconic in the world. Not only are there 25 different rides and attractions suitable for children, teenagers and adults too, but the park’s location atop Tibidabo mountain is breathtaking. Enjoy panoramic views of the city and the shimmering Mediterranean from the top of the Big Wheel.

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Chocolate Artists. Treat the kids and visit Barcelona's Chocolate Museum. Workshops for all ages run throughout the Christmas season, such as a popular chocolate-making session.

Museu de la Xocolata, C/ Comerç 36. M Jaume I. 17€ Family Gymkhana at Poble Espanyol. Answer questions, follow the clues, and explore the twists and corners of this unique "Spanish Village", in English, French, Spanish or Catalan.

Fun for all the family. Av. Francesc Ferrer i Guardia 13 M Espanya. 5,70€ Magic shows at El Rei de la Màgia: Illusion and tricks C/ Jonqueres 15 M Urquinaona.

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PORT AVENTURA Although PortAventura is not located in the city it is definitely worth the short trip so you can see for yourself why it is the most visited theme park in Spain! Water rides, rollercoasters, and pyrotechnic shows are just a few of the attractions.

Theme areas such as Mexico and China create a wonderland of activities for kids of all ages.

SCIENCE AT COSMOCAIXA Barcelona's science museum has plenty of fun corners for the kids to explore, such as the Flooded Forest. This 1,000 m2 jungle greenhouse allows them to experience both the wet and dry aspects of the Amazon rainforest. Its trees grow tall alongside more than 100 living species, from birds to insects, frogs, piranhas and alligators.

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Train: Port Aventura (R-16).17:08:39 Isaac Newton, 26. FGC Tibidabo

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MEDIEVAL REPROBATES: LA CARASSA Illiteracy was no barrier for the seekers of carnal pleasure in Medieval Barcelona. A stone carassa face was placed outside brothels to indicate where they were. This one that dates back to the 15th century and can still be seen in C/ Mirallers, in the Born district.

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BRUNCH O'CLOCK?

MERCAT PRINCESA

It's too late for breakfast, but not quite lunch time... so where should you be heading?

The Meatpacking Bistro has a New York feel with a Catalan twist, at Trav. de GrĂ cia, 50-52. From a lip-smacking full English to variations on the theme of Eggs Benedict and jazzy omelets head to The Benedict on Gignas 23. Recovery Brunch at the fabulous Milk Bar offers all kinds of smoothies, eggs, pancakes, salads... and they whip up a mean Bloody Mary, at Gignas 21.

Tucked away in the back streets of the Born neighbourhood, you'll find an entrance that opens out into this delightful indoor food market. Stalls offer a wide variety of tasty treats from traditional tapas to sushi and mini pizzas. Those with a sweet tooth can indulge in pancakes and pastries; you'll also find cocktails, drinks and a cafeteria, all in a charming 14th century palace.

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THE MOST VIOLENT OBSESSION BY STRAUSS’S MOST PROPHETIC OPERA

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From December 7th to 23rd

Conductor Josep Pons Stage Director Patrice Chéreau Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of the Liceu Chorus Director Conxita Garcia English and Spanish subtitles available

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SEASONAL GREETINGS Feeling Festive? Merry Christmas, Feliz Navidad, and Bon Nadal to one and all! It's time to learn a few seasonal phrases and join in with the winter fun!

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Navidad

Nadal

Christmas Day

Noël

Nochebuena

Nit de Nadal

Christmas Eve

Veille de Noël

Sant Esteban

Sant Esteve

Boxing Day/St Stephen's

Lendemain de Noël

Nochevieja

Nit de Cap d'Any

New Year's Eve

St Sylvestre

Dia de año nuevo

Cap d'Any

New Year's Day

Jour de l´an

Un regalo

Un regal

A present

Un cadeau

Papel de regalo

Paper de regal

Wrapping paper

Papier cadeau

Los pastores

Els pastors

Shepherds

Le berger

Un pesebre/ belén

Un pessebre

A nativity scene

La crèche

Una estrella

Una estrella

A star

Une étoile

Papá Noel

Pare Noel

Father Christmas

Père Noël

Un trineo

Un trineu

Sleigh

Un traineau

Un reno

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Reindeer

Un renne

Un muñeco de nieve

Un ninot de neu

Snowman

Bonhome de neige

Desfiles

Cavalgades

Processions

Parades

Árbol de navidad

Arbre de Nadal

Christmas tree

Un Arbre de Noël

Acebo

Grèvol

Holly

Du houx

Muérdago

Vesc

Mistletoe

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Velas

Espelmes

Candles

Des bougies

Luces navideñas

Llums de Nadal

Christmas lights

Illuminations de Noël

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C AT A L A N CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS CAGA TIÓ

This Christmas log is a smiling hollowed out piece of wood with a red barretina hat. Children "feed" him every day from the 8th December and keep him warm with a blanket. On Christmas Eve the children beat him with a stick, singing songs that demand he poops presents...and candy, nuts and figs come pouring out!

CHRISTMAS MARKETS

The most important Christmas market is the Fira de Santa Llúcia, opposite Barcelona Catherdral, in the Gothic district. The square in front of La Sagrada Família also fills with festive stalls offering traditional Christmas figurines, nativity scenes and artisan gifts.

CHRISTMAS CHARACTERS

A key character in the Catalan nativity scene is the caganer, a small figure defecating discretely behind the crib of baby Jesus. These statues symbolise fertilisation and renewal. Children love finding the caganer in the larger nativity scenes that have dozens of characters, from shepherds and kings to villagers and angels.

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FEATURES

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

Once Barcelona's street decorations are switched on at the end of November there's no denying that Christmas is just around the corner. Look out for the pretty lights in small streets of the Gothic and Born districts, and the large wall of electrified colour along Gran Via.

S K AT I N G R I N K

The grounds of the Feria de la Farga in l'Hospitalet become a covered ice-skating rink. This opens at the end of November and is popular with children and nostalgic grownups who seek the magic of stepping inside a Christmas card.

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This traditional Christmas sweet is made with honey, sugar, egg whites and almonds or other nuts. Turrรณn de Jijona is a soft blend with ground almonds and oil, which makes it more sticky. Turrรณn de Alicante is a hard block made with whole almonds. There are many other variations of with additional ingredients such as chocolate, puffed rice and candied fruits.

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FESTIVAL MILLENNI Music

This prestigious music festival introduces top international stars to some of the city’s best venues. Highlights include Tony Hadley from Spandau Ballet (21st Nov) and Carlos Núñez (30th Dec) at the Palau de la Música Catalana. www.festival-millenni.com

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THE BIG IF improv Comedy Festival

Some of the world’s best improv comedians are on their way to Barcelona. The festival’s 4th edition hosts over 150 improvisers from more than 20 countries who will perform across 4 nights and deliver 20 original comedy shows. Expect non-stop original fast paced comedy built on audience suggestions. Alongside Barcelona’s own Impro Acatomba and The Modestos, catch North American duo Rocket Sugar Factory, Irishman Neil +1 who improvises his entire show with a random audience member, multi award winning British team the Maydays, and Texas based veterans Parallelogramophonograph.

Teatre El Cercle. Carrer de Santa Magdalena, 12 www.barcelonaimprovfestival.com

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LE NOZZE DI FIGARO Opera

Mozart's music accompanies this classic story, set in Seville. Figaro, the barber, is preparing for his wedding to Susanna but Bartolo wants him to marry Marcellina, his housekeeper. Intrigue and jealousy surround an increasingly complex relationship.

Gran Teatre del Liceu, La Rambla 51-59

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WHAT'S ON Nov-Dec

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BARCELONA COMEDY FESTIVAL Stand-up comedy

Does comedy gold get any better than the legendary Eddie Izzard bringing his show from sell-outs in NY's Madison Square to our cosy Cafè Teatre Llantiol? Izzard's Force Majeure Spanish tour looks set to be a linguistic tour de force. A full supporting program includes International LOL-itas featuring comediennes from 6 different countries. www.barcelonacomedyfestival.com

Nov

14-20

L'ALTERNATIVA Film festival

As always, the nucleus of the festival concept is cinematography which presents new ways of seeing and representing the world. The language and expressive capacity of cinema is pushed beyond the boundaries of the conventional to lead us into a space where a new experience of the familiar becomes possible. www.alternativa.cccb.org

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EVERYTHING IS OK Dance/pop

Barcelona's leading venue for emerging international dance and performance Sala Hiroshima presents a solo show by Marco d'Agostin. The Italian artist bombards the audience with an uninterrupted chain of movement. D'Agostin's articulate, precise body is a container throwing out images and postures from the world of entertainment.

Vila i VilĂ , 67. www.hiroshima.cat

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18-20

MARVEL UNIVERSE Performance

A spectacular performance brings all the Marvel superheroes to life. The story revolves around a cosmic cube which is the centre of all power. Who will triumph as Spiderman, The Avengers, Thor, Hulk and their enemies battle it out on a cosmic scale?

Palau Sant Jordi. www.palausantjordi.cat

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FIRA SANTA LLÚCIA

27-23

Christmas Market

This spectacular market has over 200 stands where you will find Christmas trees, garlands, crafts and delicious traditional treats like turrón. Figurines representing characters from the Nativity are crafted out of clay, wood, and plastic, and are sold at many stalls.

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MAGIC INTERNATIONAL Nautical

This unique fair creates a space for the cultural diffusion of hidden knowledge, bringing together fans and professionals of esotericism, spirituality and natural therapies. For centuries these practices have been discredited and obliged to stay hidden, but now the mysteries that contribute to their secretive status are unveiled, with a detailed program of workshops and conferences.

Fira de Barcelona www.magicinternational.com

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ELEKTRA Opera

Strauss reflects the full horror of Sophocles' tragedy in this work of musical contrasts set in Mycenae, Greece. Queen Klytämnestra and her lover murdered her husband, and their daughters Elektra and Chrysothemis plan revenge. Before they can act, their brother Orest, who they thought dead, returns.

Gran Teatre del Liceu, La Rambla 51-59

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Barcelona has never been known to turn down any excuse for a fiesta, and this night is no exception.

A few areas to keep on your party radar are Plaça Espanya for its fireworks, the seafront restaurants for their special events, and the city centre for its general mayhem.

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NIGHTLIFE Another rollercoaster, jam-packed programme of cultural events over the next couple of months include the MIRA Festival with Death in Vegas, the MPB Jazz Festival in various locations until the 21st of December, and if you can belieb it, even Justin’s in town! Of course Xmas and NYE are both on the horizon, but November packs a punch until the yuletide festivities commence. Take a look at our top tips on where to go out over a very busy start to the winter season in Barcelona.

Bones festes!

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Email the team at night@barcelonaconnect.com and tell us more about it. Check our website for regular updates on where’s good to go: www.barcelonaconnect.com

LATE NIGHT VENUES OPEN TIL 5AM OR 6AM

Marula Cafè Located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, this bustles with Funk, Jazz, Soul, House, Boogaloo, Brasilian and Latin sounds. Marula aims to please an eclectic crowd of aficionados from soul-lovers to hip-hop enthusiasts with resident DJs, live shows and-bi-weekly jam sessions.

Open from Wednesday to Sunday.

LIVE BANDS

Escudellers, 49. www.marulacafe.com/bcn Sidecar Club

02 The Wedding Present at Sidecar

One of the city's finer live music venues with a history spanning 30 years of rock, punk, indie, experimental music and all the styles that don't fit in the mainstream. Pete Doherty recently played there amongst talent from the local scene and other international rock music artists and underground indie DJs. Closed Sundays.

11 The Big Bet Swing Band at Harlem Jazz Club

Plaça Reial, 7. www.sidecarfactoryclub.com

November

20 The PIxies at Sant Jordi Club 30 Jey River and the Fishbones at Big Bang Bar December 01 Ocean Colour Scene at Sala Apolo 03 Liam Cloud + surprise guest at Sidecar Club 07 Crystal Fighters at Sant Jordi Club 31 Official Barcelona NYE event at the Magic Fountains, Plaça Espanya 36

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BLVD on La Rambla Boulevard Culture Club is a stunning venue smack bang at the bottom of the infamous Rambla. With Function One sound, the club boasts a lot of space over 3 room. It's commercial in the big room, Hip Hop/RnB in the small one, and you'll find electronic music upstairs in the attic. It’s open every night of the week and is always jam-packed.

La Rambla, 27. www.boulevardbarcelona.com

WHAT'S ON

La Burnessa Hidden away on Carrer d' Avinyó, this is an intimate cocteleria which packs a knock-out punch! Major sport events are shown on the telly, but the bar is not about about that.

Expect great tasting drinks, Latin music and genuinely friendly service in this cosy little corner of the old town.

INSIDER HANGOUTS

The nightlife team tried the mojitos last week (prepared by Alex) and they're one of the best we have ever had in the city. The drinks list is extensive, so you will find all your traditional favourites, gins and maybe something new to try. If you are feeling peckish, try the ceviche! Open every day.

Carrer d'Avinyó, 40.

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TOP ELECTRONIC PICKS November 05 Detroit Love with Carl Craig, Kenny Larkin at Teatre Nacional de Catalunya 10 MIRA FESTIVAL with Death in Vegas & many more at Fabra i Coats 11 Klow with Gabriel Ananda, Iñaki del Pozo, David Ferrer at City Hall 18 IAW with Niff, Sergio & Francesco at Macarena 26 A Night called Techno with Joel Mull & Samuel L Session at R33 December 07 A Night called Techno with DJ Murphy & Javi Lago at R33 16 Watermelon meets This Side Up at Discoteque Parallel 37 23 Coyu presents Feline at Nitsa 31 Luciano NYE special, Andre Bujat at Pacha

FULL LISTINGS WWW.BARCELONACONNECT.COM

FLAMENCO Flamenco is a tradition from Andalucía and not Catalunya, but there are several magnificent venues where you can experience the passionate music and dance, and vibrant costumes that define flamenco.

Barcelona y Flamenco Palau de la Música Catalana C/ Palau de la Música 4-6 M Urquinaona & Teatre Poliorama, La Rambla 115 M Catalunya 37

RESTAURANTS Mediterranean The Mediterranean diet can be part of a healthy lifestyle, and where better than to enjoy it in all its splendour than in Barcelona? Many restaurants prepare classic dishes with typical local ingredients, as well as their own creative fusions.

MariscCo

GOTHIC / EIXAMPLE

Mediterranean cuisine with fresh top quality products in a modern and welcoming ambience. Choose from the extensive selection of fresh fish and seafood on display, and it will be grilled or prepared in front of you. Specialties include lobster paella, prawn paella and homemade desserts. Not to be missed!

“Don't miss MariscCo's outdoor terrace in Plaça Reial” p52

C/ Còrsega 272 93 292 2816 Diagonal, FGC Provença www.mariscco.com

Pescadito de Balmes

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Plaça Reial 8 93 412 4536 Liceu

SANT GERVASI

Traditional family-run restaurant that has been offering the best local dishes with all fresh seasonal market ingredients for 20 years. Lunchtime menu during the week and group menus available for all special events in 2 independent rooms for up to 90 diners.

C/ Balmes 440 · 93 417 1659 · elpescadito.es Mon-Sat 11:30-00:00, Sun 11:30-17:00 FGC Tibidabo / El Putxet

Find more recommendations for eating and drinking in Barcelona, and exclusive interviews on www.barcelonaconnect.com

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A modern and inviting space created by experienced interior designers and restauranteurs; each table has its own individual touch. Fusion Mediterranean cuisine, with a philosophy of sharing dishes as well as good times with friends. Enjoy creative tapas and exquisite combinations of fresh ingredients.

“Cocktails in a lounge atmosphere until 3am at weekends” p52

C/ Aribau, 113 · 93 452 3673 · Mon-Tue 9:30-18:00, Wed-Thur 09:30-00:00, Fri 09:30-03:00, Sat 20:00-3:00 Diagonal, FGC Provença

Vegetarian CENTRE

Govinda

Barcelona’s original Hindu vegetarian restaurant offers a wide range of creative Indian dishes. Tickle those taste buds with one of their mild or spicy specialities. Set lunch 3 course menus available for 10,50€ and weekend menus for 15,30€. Located just off La Rambla. www.amalteaygovinda.com p51

Plaça Villa Madrid 4 · 93 318 7729 · Tue-Sat 13:00-16:00, 20:00-23:00 · Mon & Sun 13:00-16:00 Catalunya

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Well-being through healthy nourishment. Freshly squeezed vegetable and fruit juice smoothies, and cold press juices, organic and locally sourced. Homemade quiches, vegetarian pizza, salads, plus “today's specials”. Menus from 5,90€. p52

Paris 201 · 93 200 8825 · greenshots.es Mon-Fri 8am-7:30pm · Sat 9am-8pm

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Amaltea

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Amaltea use the freshest and most natural ingredients, including many biological products, to make its delicious and creative vegetarian dishes. Generous midday menus 10,70€, weekends and evenings 15,30€. Midday combination dish with a drink just 8,70€. p52

C/ Diputació 164 · 93 454 8613 · Mon-Sat 13:00-16:00, 20:00-23:00 · amalteaygovinda.com Urgell 39

International Rincón Persa

EIXAMPLE

This is the only Persian restaurant in Barcelona, and if you've never experienced Persian cuisine you're in for a treat! Specialties include rice dishes, kebabs and stews.

There's a great selection of starters to share, vegetarian dishes and Persian desserts.

“Discover our enthusiasm and love for our historic cuisine and culture.”

p52

C/ Floridablanca 85 · 93 425 5996 · Tues-Sat: 13:00-16:30 and 20:15-23:45, Sun 13:00-16:30 · rinconpersa.es Sant Antoni

Ziryab Fusion Tapas

BORN

Ziryab's tapas and dishes are all freshly made, using quality ingredients and blending traditional local tapas with Middle Eastern flavours to create interesting, spicy and flavoursome dishes such as grilled halloumi cheese with serrano ham, delicious dips with pitta, and some great Middle Eastern wines. p54

C/ Ases 4 · 932 68 17 74 · ziryab.es Jaume I Mon-Thurs 13:00-23:30 · Fri-Sun 13:00-00:00

BARS L'Aromatica

EIXAMPLE

The place for the coffee lovers! Let the English speaking staff introduce you to the Spanish style of coffee making or our variety of exotic and traditional teas. Milkshakes, waffles, and pancakes or English Breakfast with a large variety of local beers along with good music and free wifi. p52

Gran Via Corts Catalanes, 552 · 934 51 21 34 Mon-Fri: 07:30-21:30 · Sat-Sun: 09:00-21:30

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Cat Bar

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Cat-themed craft beer bar with 9 taps and 30+ bottles of mainly local Catalan & BrewDog Beers. Serves a selection of vegan food and wheatfree options. Limited table service. A piano is available for anyone who can play, and random passing guitarists and violinists play. Free WiFi. p54

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C/ Boria 17 · 18:00-1:00 or 2:30 · catbar.es Kitchen open daily except Sun from 18:00-11.30pm

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Very centrally located family owned Irish Pub, just off La Rambla. Great food served, from traditional Irish breakfast and steak & kidney pie to burgers and fantastic Sunday Roast. Special food and drink deals. 400+ sports channels. Large outdoor terrace. Pool and darts.

“Home made food and a huge selection of beers!”

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Joaquim Xirau · 93 412 6263 · Open everyday from 9am Kitchen open till late Drassanes flahertysbcn.com

Shenanigans Irish Bar

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Formerly known as The Quiet Man, it was the first Irish pub to open in Bcn. Located off La Rambla, Irish family owned and home to the cheapest beer in town from just 1€, it's a popular spot! Have great craic, meet new people and enjoy a few pints. It's the place to be!

Pints of Guinness and Ales 4€ Pints of Lager 3€! p50

Carrer Marqués de Barberá 11 · 93 412 12 19 Liceu Mon-Thur: 18:00-2:00 · Fri-Sat: 14:00-3:00 · Sun 14:00-2:00 shenanigansbcn.com

Ziryab Shisha Lounge

BORN

If you are looking for a shisha in Barcelona, this is the place for you.

Choose from flavoured tobacco - apple, grape… even watermelon, lemon and mint, and capuccino. You can also enjoy a glass of wine, fresh teas and infusions in this unique spot in the trendy Born area. p54

C/ de Grunyi 4 · 93 667 3786 · ziryab.es Every day 19:00-1:00

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