Barcelona/ Lonely Planet

Sun-kissed and lapped by the Mediterranean, Barcelona is packed with cultural treasures, from lamp-lit medieval lanes to glittering Gaudi masterpieces. By nightfall the city is a whirl of buzzing restaurants and tapas bars. Regis St. Louis, Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book Full color guide Free pull-out city map 2000 years of architectural flair 120 bar and club reviews 31 pages of detailed maps 3 expert authors 1 unfinished church Comprehensive map section Feature coverage of top sights Range of planning tools In-depth background on Barcelona s food scene