Things to do in Barcelona, Catalonia: The Best Monuments & Statues

December 24, 2021 Milan Banda

Barcelona feels a bit surreal – appropriate, since Salvador Dali spent time here and Spanish Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí designed several of the city’s buildings. Stepping into Gaudí’s Church of the Sacred Family is a bit like falling through the looking glass - a journey that you can continue with a visit to Park Güell. Sip sangria at a sidewalk café in Las Ramblas while watching flamboyant street performers, then create your own moveable feast by floating from tapas bar to tapas bar.
Restaurants in Barcelona

1. Desconsol

Sant Pere - Santa Caterina i la Ribera, 08003 Barcelona Spain
Excellent
53%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Desconsol

Reviewed By Dr_Waugh - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Strolling through the park we happened upon this after visiting the Catalonian Parliament building. The sculpture is just lovely. Spend a while taking in the form.

2. Cascada Monumental

Passeig de Picasso, 21 Ciutadella Park, 08003 Barcelona Spain http://mybarcelona.pl/park-de-la-ciutadella
Excellent
57%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 490 reviews

Cascada Monumental

Reviewed By Margo7850p

The Cascada Monumental is a breathtaking waterfall located inside of the huge Ciutadella Park. The Cascada is located at the northern corner of the park opposite to the lake. It was erected by Josep Fontsére and to a small extent by Antoni Gaudí, who at that time was still an unknown student of architecture. Beautiful tiered fountain rolling at the base of Venus statue. One of the most impressive attractions in Barcelona. Beautiful. Must see.

3. Sabiduria

Placa Catalunya, 08002 Barcelona Spain
Excellent
40%
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50%
Satisfactory
10%
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Sabiduria

4. Arc de Triomf

Passeig Lluis Companys, 08003 Barcelona Spain +34 932 85 38 34 http://www.barcelonaturisme.com/wv3/en/page/1211/arc-de-triomf.html
Excellent
32%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
1%
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4.0 based on 2,999 reviews

Arc de Triomf

Reviewed By 795gl - Bridgeboro, United States

Built for the 1888 Barcelona World Fair, and still standing proudly over the wide central promenade of the Passeig de Lluís Companys, leading to the Ciutadella Park that now occupies the site of the world fair. The craftsmanship of the arch, street lights and the other artwork is magnificent.

5. Mirador de Colom

Placa Portal de la Pau, s/n, 08001 Barcelona Spain 932 853 834 https://www.barcelonaturisme.com/wv3/en/page/2203/mirador-de-colom.html
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4.0 based on 2,280 reviews

Mirador de Colom

Ride to the top, and you'll see! The Columbus Monument which was dedicated in 1888 as part of the ceremonies marking the Universal Exhibition, stands at the end of La Rambla of Barcelona, near the sea. Take the lift inside the column to the viewing gallery at the top, a viewpoint 60 meters above the ground, where you can enjoy great views of Barcelona.

6. Cat, Fernando Botero

Rambla del Raval, s/n Esta ubicado en unos jardines publicos, 08001 Barcelona Spain http://www.barcelonaturisme.com/wv3/es/page/1226/gato-fernando-botero.html
Excellent
42%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
2%
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4.0 based on 337 reviews

Cat, Fernando Botero

Reviewed By ShopD2 - New York City, United States

Typical Botero's creation! El Gato Grande! This cat looks so cool, it's dificult not to touch! Very photogenic)))

7. Escultura La Gamba

Passeig de Colom, 08039 Barcelona Spain
Excellent
24%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
38%
Poor
1%
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4.0 based on 98 reviews

Escultura La Gamba

Reviewed By Bibcay - Gateshead, United Kingdom

I love the piece of art. Amazing engineering. It looks like a lobster and I think it is. While your in that neighbourhood go.

8. Ramon Berenguer III

08002 Barcelona Spain
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4.0 based on 20 reviews

Ramon Berenguer III

9. Font de Santa Anna

Carrer Cucurulla, 6, 08002 Barcelona Spain
Excellent
31%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
31%
Poor
2%
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4.0 based on 42 reviews

Font de Santa Anna

10. Miraestels

Port of Barcelona Ramble del Mar, 08039 Barcelona Spain +34 932 15 06 30 [email protected] http://www.miraestels.com
Excellent
23%
Good
56%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
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4.0 based on 39 reviews

Miraestels

MIRAESTELS, a floating icon, becomes guardian of the waters. With its watchful presence, it urges us to care for and respect the sea, the origin of known life. And it does so in the Mediterranean of encounters among ancient peoples, a sea of legends, history and culture, all of which today, cruelly punished by our excesses, is in serious danger and sends out a cry for help. MIRAESTELS staring into heaven indicate a double vigilance. From there come the great questions and great answers; no wonder the contemplation of the celestial vault has been the main engine of scientific knowledge. Science continues to declare this: our future demands reserved areas to continue studying the stars and the cosmos away from light pollution. MIRAESTELS from Robert Llimós, painter and sculptor from Barcelona, he is an excellent product of the Academy who has gone through all the avant-garde to return to the origins: painting or depicting what is seen rather than what is felt.

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