See Barcelona through an insider’s eyes

Take a fresh look at Barcelona

How can you get a new perspective on your ports of call? With the help of our local experts’ recommendations, shared in our new Port Guides.

As well as ticking off major sights, these indispensable guides also take you to lesser-known places. We asked Gemma Askham, Barcelona local and author of our Port Guide to the city, to recommend three of her favorite spots:

Head to Baixada de Viladecols to discover jewelry studios and artisan gift shops amid remnants of ancient walls built by the Romans.
For savory and literary sustenance, the Espai Quera is a charming travel bookstore, dating from 1900, which conceals a secret restaurant.
Duck into Ciutadella Park to take five in the serene, palm-filled, 19th-century greenhouse, The Hivernacle.

Check out these and Gemma’s other tips on your next cruise to the city.