When it comes to deciding which area of Barcelona you should stay in, on your next visit, let us save you some time. Want the trendiest corner in town, complete with chic boutiques, hip clubs and some of the Spanish hub’s premier restaurants? Then Eixample is the address you’re looking for. This most exclusive nook of Barcelona boasts a long and colourful history, and is home to some of the city’s most popular attractions, like the Sagrada Familia, la Pedrera and Casa Batllo. But be warned: Eixample boasts so many attractions and entertainment options that you may not even want to stray far from home! Between the sightseeing, shopping and dining, Eixample will keep you busy for many days on end. When the sun starts to set, be assured that finding a superlative drinking hole in Eixample will be a piece of tortilla. From high-end, top-notch cocktail bars to fun and festive cervezerias, this barrio’s got you covered. Book your holiday rental apartment in Eixample when next visiting Barcelona and head to the following bars for a night out in Barcelona you won’t forget. Dry Martini, Carrer d’Aribau 166 This bar is as trendy as Barcelona gets, yet we’re here to tell you ...

Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia in Spain, hit the world tourism stage in the early 90s, when it grabbed the news headlines for hosting one of the most successful Olympic Games in history. Since then, millions of discerning travelers have been descending on its coastal shores to take in the sites, history and ambience of this vibrant and captivating city. Thanks to the international exposure, Barcelona has undergone a makeover of colossal proportions; morphing it into one of Europe’s most fashionable capitals. The Eixample district, once a prime exemplar of grid-like urbanization, is now the trendiest suburb in town; booking a Barcelona holiday apartment in the Eixample district will definitely put you in the centre of the action. This hamlet of open air markets, designer stores and trendy eateries is the ideal destination for tourists who wish to have the very best of Barcelona right at their door step. To give you a taste of what Eixample has to offer, we’ve compiled a list of the top three most popular restaurants around. Not only are these places infinitely popular with Barcelona’s ‘it’ crowd, but they also offer gastronomic experiences second to none. So don’t wait...dig in! Cornelia & Co, Carrer ...

One of the biggest draws to Barcelona is its architecture. From stunning showpieces such as Jean Nouvel’s Torre Agbar to the robust beauty of the Gothic quarter, the architectural variety in Barcelona is quite remarkable. But if there were one singular style that could be termed truly ‘Barcelonese’ it would be modernisme. Most people may be aware of the modernisme through the fluid, almost organic works of Antoni Gaudí, the movement’s most famous exponent. But there are many more notable contemporaries of the great architect, and most of their work can be seen in the neighbourhood of the Eixample (or ‘Extension’) the 19th century, grid-like ‘new town’ that spans northward from Plaça Catalunya. And the best way to see it is on foot. Start your modernisme walk is the Passeig de Gràcia, a high-end shopping strip that is paved with hexagonal-shaped, grey-blue tiles designed Gaudí. Head to the cross street with C/ Aragó and you will be standing in front of the zenith of modernisme: the Manzana de Discòrdia (or ‘Block of Discord). These three buildings are all showstoppers: built for a chocolate baron, the Casa Amatller resembles a fairy-tale Flemish townhouse, whilst the Casa Lleó Morera (now occupied by ...

Best is a very subjective word but visitors to Eixample, Barcelona can be sure that the district does indeed have some of Barcelona’s best restaurants. El Tragaluz Restaurant in Ptge. de la concepció, 5, offers differing décor in its three distinct areas and a general style of modern Mediterranean cooking that only uses fresh produce. Click here for a more extensive review of El Tragaluz. Noti Restaurant in Roger de Llúria, 35- 37 has a charming interior, offers excellent cocktails and good food and wine at affordable prices. Moo Restaurant in C/ Rosselló 265 is on the ground floor of the Omm Hotel. It has an excellent chef who offers a personal take on traditional Mediterranean food. The Moo restaurant is particularly attractive but the price still fairly reasonable. Ciudad Condal in Rambla de Catalunya, 18 opened in 1997 and is renowned for its tapas and its choice of beers. Despite its popularity, the service is very good and the food even better, especially the amazing desserts. Cinc Sentits in Calle Aribau, 58 the name means five senses in Catalan. Typical choices of food that make this restaurant one of the best in Eixample, Barcelona, are the Foie Gras ‘Coca’ and the Iberian suckling pig. Other fine choices are the saddle of lamb and the ...