HISTORY, CULTURE AND LEISURE
AN EMBLEMATIC SPACE IN BARCELONA
Because of its location, its history, its personality and everything within it, Poble Espanyol is a special and one-of-a-kind spot in Barcelona. It has everything from architecture, handicrafts, modern art, cultural and leisure activities. Come and check it out for yourself!
POBLE ESPANYOL IN FIGURES
YOUR TOWN WITHIN THE CITY
Open air, traditional architecture, artisans working daily, a little-known modern art museum in Barcelona.…
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117 REAL LIFE-SCALE ARCHITECTURAL RECREATIONS
18 ARTISANS WORKING LIVE
+ 40,000 m2 of OUTDOOR SPACE
+ 300 WORKS OF ART
5 AUDIOVISUAL INSTALLATIONS TO LEARN ABOUT THE CULTURE OF AN ENTIRE COUNTRY
+ THAN 1,200,000 VISITORS PER YEAR
A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY...
FROM 1929 UNTIL TODAY
Inaugurated in 1929 for the Barcelona Universal Exhibition, Poble Espanyol maintains its original spirit but has evolved with the times, adapting to the needs of locals and visitors alike.
A WHOLE TOWN AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
Without doubt, strolling through Poble Espanyol, from the Main Square to the Romanesque monastery through the Andalusian quarter, is a delight. A leisurely walk on which you'll learn about much more than just architecture.
Strolling through Poble Espanyol’s streets, you’ll discover the workshops of more than 15 artisans who work here every day. You can also visit the Fran Daurel museum, a little-known modern art collection in Barcelona. Don’t forget to check out the audiovisual installations about the festivals and traditions of the different regions of Spain and be amazed by the breathtaking views of Barcelona that you can take in from the Monastery of Sant Miquel. What’s more, if you come with children… make sure to check out the giant slides!
Music is experienced in Poble Espanyol like nowhere else in Barcelona. Its acoustics, and the fact that it is a large outdoor space in a natural environment, make it a one-of-a-kind place to experience music.
Concerts by renowned national and international artists, homegrown rock, blues and rumba festivals, among other styles, an outstanding nightlife offer... Whether you come with family or friends, Poble Espanyol has the music for you! Because there is no other place like it when it comes to music in Barcelona.
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Tapas, homemade food, cold meats, meat, cheeses, wines, sweets... Poble Espanyol's bars, restaurants and gastronomic shops have a wide variety of products and proposals, whether it's for a quick snack, lunch, dinner or a drink in a quiet and safe environment. What's more, many of the establishments have a terrace!
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If you fancy checking out some modern art in Barcelona in a unique environment, Poble Espanyol will surprise you. It has a museum housing works by artists such as Picasso, Dalí and Miró, among other world-renowned artists.
However, that's not all... You can visit a garden brimming with sculptures, an engrossing photographic exhibition on the creation of Poble Espanyol, the Fiesta audiovisual space and other temporary exhibitions.
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Have you ever seen artisans making glass, leather, ceramic or jewellery first hand?
More than 15 artisans hone their craft in the enclosure's workshops elaborating unique pieces using traditional methods. How about taking part in one of their workshops and courses? Get a real handicrafts experience in Barcelona!
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On a relaxing and pleasant walk, you'll discover how rich Spain's architectural heritage is. Walk around Poble Espanyol to check out the 117 real-life scale recreations of buildings from all over the country.
Feel the magic of an Andalusian neighbourhood, the beauty of the traditional Galician houses, monuments such as the Utebo Tower or a Catalan Romanesque monastery... All in the open air in a wonderful cultural and safe place in Barcelona.
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Music is experienced in Poble Espanyol like nowhere else in Barcelona. Its acoustics, and the fact that it is a large outdoor space in a natural environment, make it a one-of-a-kind place to experience music.
Concerts by renowned national and international artists, homegrown rock, blues and rumba festivals, among other styles, an outstanding nightlife offer... Whether you come with family or friends, Poble Espanyol has the music for you! Because there is no other place like it when it comes to music in Barcelona.
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Tapas, homemade food, cold meats, meat, cheeses, wines, sweets... Poble Espanyol's bars, restaurants and gastronomic shops have a wide variety of products and proposals, whether it's for a quick snack, lunch, dinner or a drink in a quiet and safe environment. What's more, many of the establishments have a terrace!
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If you fancy checking out some modern art in Barcelona in a unique environment, Poble Espanyol will surprise you. It has a museum housing works by artists such as Picasso, Dalí and Miró, among other world-renowned artists.
However, that's not all... You can visit a garden brimming with sculptures, an engrossing photographic exhibition on the creation of Poble Espanyol, the Fiesta audiovisual space and other temporary exhibitions.
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Have you ever seen artisans making glass, leather, ceramic or jewellery first hand?
More than 15 artisans hone their craft in the enclosure's workshops elaborating unique pieces using traditional methods. How about taking part in one of their workshops and courses? Get a real handicrafts experience in Barcelona!
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On a relaxing and pleasant walk, you'll discover how rich Spain's architectural heritage is. Walk around Poble Espanyol to check out the 117 real-life scale recreations of buildings from all over the country.
Feel the magic of an Andalusian neighbourhood, the beauty of the traditional Galician houses, monuments such as the Utebo Tower or a Catalan Romanesque monastery... All in the open air in a wonderful cultural and safe place in Barcelona.
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SOME CURIOSITIES
DID YOU KNOW THAT...?
Poble Espanyol's designers travelled to 1,600 towns in a Hispano Suiza car seeking inspiration on which buildings to make replicas of in Poble Espanyol. This on its own means it is a one-of-a-kind enclosure. Here are some of the interesting facts that make the enclosure a truly special place in Barcelona:
It was intended that Poble Espanyol would be demolished when the 1929 International Exhibition was over, but it continued to function thanks to its great success and the good critical reviews it got
Some scenes from Perfume – The story of a murderer, directed by Tom Tykwer and based on the book of the same name by Patrick Süskind, were filmed in Poble Espanyol
According to Michael Eisner, president of Walt Disney from 1984 to 2005, Poble Espanyol inspired the Disney theme parks