El Poble-sec, Barcelona

Name: El Poble-sec
Address: Barcelona, Spain

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El Poble-sec is a neighborhood in the Sants-Montjuïc district of Barcelona, Catalonia. The neighborhood is located between Montjuïc mountain and the Avinguda del Paral·lel. ()

Local name: Pueblo Seco Area: 1.78 mi²Coordinates: 41°22'22"N, 2°9'43"E

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Sants-Montjuïg (El Poble Sec)Barcelona Spain

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El Poble-sec – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, El Raval, Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Montjuïc Castle.

0.5 miSW
11th- to 20th-century Catalan art museum
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona
14 min walk • Perched majestically atop Barcelona's Montjuïc hill, the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is not only a beacon of cultural heritage but also an architectural marvel. This grand museum, housed in the Palau Nacional, showcases an extensive collection of Catalan...
0.6 miNE
Nightlife, Entertainment district, Dancing
El Raval, Barcelona
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, El Raval is a vibrant and eclectic entertainment district that pulses with energy and creativity. This once gritty neighborhood has transformed into a cultural hotspot, offering an array of experiences for both locals and tourists...
0.5 miW
Fountain
Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Barcelona
14 min walk • The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is a captivating spectacle in the heart of Barcelona, Spain, combining water, light, and music in a mesmerizing display that has enchanted visitors since its inception. Created for the 1929 International Exposition, the fountain is a...
0.6 miSE
Forts and castles, Historical place
Montjuïc Castle, Barcelona
16 min walk • Perched atop Montjuïc Hill in Barcelona, Spain, Montjuïc Castle is a formidable fortress with a storied past that has watched over the city since 1640. Initially constructed as a military fortress, it has played a pivotal role in Barcelona's history, bearing witness...
~1500 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport
Piscina Municipal de Montjuïc, Barcelona
8 min walk • The Piscina Municipal de Montjuïc is an iconic sport venue in Barcelona, Spain, with a history as rich as its panoramic views. Perched on the hill of Montjuïc, the pool is famed not only for its sports facilities but also for offering one of the most breathtaking...
~1640 ftS
Hilltop modern art museum honoring Miro
Fundació Joan Miró, Barcelona
8 min walk • Perched on the hill of Montjuïc in Barcelona, Spain, the Fundació Joan Miró stands as a beacon of modern art, dedicated to the life and works of the illustrious Catalan painter, sculptor, and ceramicist Joan Miró. Founded by Miró himself in 1975, the museum is a...
0.5 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Olympic and Sports Museum Joan Antoni Samaranch, Barcelona
14 min walk • The Juan Antonio Samaranch Olympic and Sports Museum opened in 2007 at the Olympic Ring in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The museum is located in front of the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium at the Montjuïc hill.
0.4 miSW
Fountain
Font del Gat, Barcelona
11 min walk • Font del Gat is a fountain in Barcelona included in the Inventory of the Architectural Heritage of Catalonia. Font del Gat translates to Cat's Fountain in English. It is located within the Jardins de Laribal, in Montjuïc. The fountain is located inside an arch made of rough stone.
0.6 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Drassanes, Barcelona
16 min walk • The Maritime Museum of Barcelona is located in the building of Drassanes Reials de Barcelona, the royal arsenal of Barcelona, dedicated to shipbuilding between the thirteenth century and eighteenth century.
0.5 miNE
Romanesque architecture, Monastery, Sacred and religious sites
Sant Pau del Camp, Barcelona
12 min walk • Sant Pau del Camp is a church and former monastery in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. While the monastery now stands within the El Raval district in central Barcelona, it once stood outside the city; its rural location gave the church its name.
~1610 ftSW
Museum, Archaeological museum, History museum
Archaeology Museum of Catalonia, Barcelona
8 min walk • The Archaeology Museum of Catalonia is an archaeological museum with five venues that exposes the most important archaeological collection of Catalonia, focusing on prehistoric times and ancient history.

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Which popular attractions are close to El Poble-sec?

Nearby attractions include Avinguda del Paral·lel, Barcelona (5 min walk), Centre de Documentació i Museu de les Arts Escèniques, Barcelona (7 min walk), Institut del Teatre, Barcelona (7 min walk), Teatre Grec, Barcelona (7 min walk).

How to get to El Poble-sec by public transport?

The nearest stations to El Poble-sec:

Bus

Elkano - Blasco de Garay • Lines: 121 (2 min walk)
França Xica - Concòrdia • Lines: 121, 55 (4 min walk)

Metro

Poble Sec • Lines: L3 (5 min walk)
Paral·lel • Lines: L2, L3 (11 min walk)

Train

Parc de Montjuïc (8 min walk)
Paral·lel (11 min walk)

Ferry

Barcelona (22 min walk)
Puerto de Barcelona (22 min walk)