Avinguda del Paral·lel, Barcelona

Name: Avinguda del Paral·lel
Address: Barcelona, Spain

#254 among attractions in Barcelona

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Avinguda del Paral·lel is one of the main streets of the city of Barcelona, dividing Ciutat Vella, Eixample and Sants-Montjuïc districts. It receives this name because it is parallel to the Equator. It runs from Plaça d'Espanya, where the city's exhibition halls are located, to the seafront, Plaça de la Carbonera and the passenger ship port, dividing the neighbourhood of Poble Sec, on the side of Montjuïc, from the neighbourhoods of Sant Antoni and El Raval. It was officially inaugurated on October 11, 1894. ()

Local name: Avenida del Paralelo Coordinates: 41°22'30"N, 2°9'41"E

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Eixample (Sant Antoni)Barcelona Spain

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Avinguda del Paral·lel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.6 miSW
11th- to 20th-century Catalan art museum
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona
16 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...
0.5 miNE
Nightlife, Entertainment district, Dancing
El Raval, Barcelona
13 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...
0.6 miNE
Modern art in sleek, glass-fronted venue
Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, Barcelona
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's vibrant cultural landscape, the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) stands as a beacon of modern artistic expression and innovation. Opened to the public in 1995, the museum's striking edifice, designed by American architect...
0.6 miSW
Fountain
Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Barcelona
15 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...
0.4 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Piscina Municipal de Montjuïc, Barcelona
12 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...
0.5 miS
Hilltop modern art museum honoring Miro
Fundació Joan Miró, Barcelona
12 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 miS
Fountain
Font del Gat, Barcelona
14 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 miE
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.
0.4 miE
Romanesque architecture, Monastery, Sacred and religious sites
Sant Pau del Camp, Barcelona
11 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.
0.4 miSW
Museum, Archaeological museum, History museum
Archaeology Museum of Catalonia, Barcelona
11 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.
0.6 miW
Tower, Observation decks and towers
Venetian Towers, Barcelona
16 min walk • The Venetian Towers is the popular name for a pair of towers on Avinguda de la Reina Maria Cristina at its junction with Plaça d'Espanya in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. There is one tower on either side of the street. The towers are 47m high, with a 7.2 metres square cross-section.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Avinguda del Paral·lel?

Nearby attractions include El Poble-sec, Barcelona (5 min walk), Sant Antoni, Barcelona (6 min walk), Institut del Teatre, Barcelona (8 min walk), Centre de Documentació i Museu de les Arts Escèniques, Barcelona (9 min walk).

How to get to Avinguda del Paral·lel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Avinguda del Paral·lel:

Metro

Poble Sec • Lines: L3 (2 min walk)
Sant Antoni • Lines: L2 (10 min walk)

Bus

Metro Poble Sec • Lines: D20, N0 tornada (2 min walk)
Viladomat - Manso • Lines: D50, N6, V11, V9 (3 min walk)

Train

Paral·lel (12 min walk)
Parc de Montjuïc (12 min walk)

Ferry

Barcelona (25 min walk)
Puerto de Barcelona (23 min walk)