Via Laietana, Barcelona

Name: Via Laietana
Address: Barcelona, Spain

#202 among attractions in Barcelona

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Via Laietana Vía Layetana in Spanish, is a major thoroughfare in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, in the Ciutat Vella district. The avenue runs from Plaça Urquinaona to Plaça d'Antonio López, by the seafront, and separates the neighbourhoods of the old city it has on either side: La Ribera/El Born and Sant Pere on one and Barri Gòtic on the other. Besides being always overcrowded with both locals and tourists attracted by its Modernista Art Nouveau, Art Déco, and Noucentista neo-classical architecture, in addition to its nearness to the Ramblas and the quiet pedestrian streets of Barri Gòtic, Via Laietana hosts the headquarters of a number of banks and institutions. ()

Local name: Vía Layetana Architectural style: NoucentismeLength: 3627 ftCoordinates: 41°23'7"N, 2°10'37"E

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Ciutat Vella (El Barri Gòtic)Barcelona Spain

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Via Laietana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palau de la Música Catalana, Barcelona Cathedral, Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Palau Reial Major.

~890 ftN
Music recitals in bold art nouveau hall
Palau de la Música Catalana, Barcelona
5 min walk • In the heart of Barcelona's cultural scene stands the Palau de la Música Catalana, an architectural gem and a celebrated concert hall that resonates with the sounds of music and the beauty of art nouveau design. Built between 1905 and 1908 by the renowned architect...
~660 ftSW
Landmark 13th-century place of worship
Barcelona Cathedral, Barcelona
4 min walk • Barcelona Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia, stands as a magnificent testament to Gothic architecture in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. This venerable church, dedicated to Eulalia of Barcelona, a co-patron saint...
~820 ftS
Medieval building and seat of government
Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Barcelona
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, the Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya is a testament to the rich history and architectural grandeur of the region. This magnificent palace serves as the seat of the Generalitat de Catalunya, the government of...
~720 ftSW
Gothic architecture, Palace
Palau Reial Major, Barcelona
4 min walk • The Palau Reial Major is a historic palace nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, a testament to the city's rich medieval past. As an emblem of Catalan history, this grand complex was the residence of the counts of Barcelona and later, the Kings of Aragon.
~550 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Museum of the History of Barcelona, Barcelona
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, the Museum of the History of Barcelona (MUHBA) offers a unique journey through the city's rich past. This cultural institution is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the historical heritage of Barcelona, from its...
~950 ftS
Square lined with prominent landmarks
Plaça Sant Jaume, Barcelona
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, Plaça Sant Jaume is a historic square that serves as a central hub for both political and social gatherings. This open space is framed by two of the city's most significant buildings: the City Hall of Barcelona...
~360 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museu Frederic Marès, Barcelona
2 min walk • The Museu Frederic Marès is an art and sculpture museum in Barcelona, Spain. The Museu contains a collection of thousands of items from the sculptor Frederic Marès.
~500 ftS
Monuments and statues
Topos V, Barcelona
3 min walk • Topos V, or simply Topos, is a sculpture by the Basque artist Eduardo Chillida, standing at Plaça del Rei in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona.
~700 ftS
Remains of 4 Roman temple columns
Temple d'August, Barcelona
4 min walk • The Temple of Augustus in Barcelona was a Roman temple built during the Imperial period in the colony of Barcino. The temple was the central building on Tàber Hill, currently in Carrer del Paradís number 10, in the city's so-called Gothic Quarter. The dedication to Augustus is traditional, but unproven.
~460 ftS
Square
Plaça del Rei, Barcelona
3 min walk • Plaça del Rei is a 14th-century medieval public square in the Barri Gòtic of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The square is surrounded by the Palau Reial Major including the Saló del Tinell, the Palau del Lloctinent, the 15th-century tower Mirador del Rei Martí, and the Capella Reial de Santa Àgata.
~400 ftSE
Gothic architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Chapel of Santa Àgata, Barcelona
2 min walk • The Chapel of Santa Àgata is a chapel located in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It is also as the Royal Chapel. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1866.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Via Laietana?

Nearby attractions include Museu Diocesà, Barcelona (2 min walk), The Gaudí Exhibition Center, Barcelona (2 min walk), Museu Frederic Marès, Barcelona (2 min walk), Chapel of Santa Àgata, Barcelona (2 min walk).

How to get to Via Laietana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Via Laietana:

Bus

Via Laietana - Pl Ramon Berenguer • Lines: 120, 47, N28, N8, V15, V17 (1 min walk)
Via Laietana - Pl. Ramon Berenguer • Lines: 47, N28, N8, V15, V17 (1 min walk)

Metro

Jaume I • Lines: L4 (4 min walk)
Urquinaona • Lines: L1, L4 (8 min walk)

Train

Barcelona - Plaça Catalunya (11 min walk)
Barcelona - Estació de França (12 min walk)

Tram

Wellington • Lines: T4 (18 min walk)
Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica • Lines: T4 (21 min walk)

Ferry

Puerto de Barcelona (21 min walk)
Barcelona (23 min walk)