Location: El Born / La Ribera
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Top 9 Concerts & Shows in El Born / La Ribera, Catalonia
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.
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1. Maestros de la Guitarra
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5.0 based on 1,492 reviews
Barcelona's most famous Spanish and flamenco guitar shows. Maestros de la Guitarra is the only festival of its kind in the world. Since 2000, it has produced in Barcelona more than 3000 concerts for more than one million music lovers from Spain and from all around the globe.
Reviewed By Humouresque - Singapore, Singapore
In the best & beautiful venue with great lighting, the maestros performed flawlessly with great passion & matched perfectly with the lovely, energetic flamenco dancers.it was a feast for the eyes & perfect music to the ears. A must see if you are in Barcelona.
2. Palace of Catalan Music
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4.5 based on 18,470 reviews
The Palau, an icon of modernist architecture in downtown Barcelona The Palau de la Música Catalana is one of the most representative monuments of the city and It is one of the most recommended tourist attractions of Barcelona. Built between 1905 and 1908 by the great architect Lluis Domènech i Montaner, the Palau de la Música Catalana is an architectural jewel of Catalonia and essential part of any visit to the city, as any of the most fascinating Gaudi buildings. This historical building, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, offers an experience so magical that visitors fall in love with it. From the hand of experienced guides, the wonders of this architectural pearl discovered and visitors into a fantasy world full of details and references to the characteristic nature of modernist architecture. An essential visit in the list of top 10 things to see in Barcelona.
Reviewed By camm3653 - Toronto, Canada
My husband and I are so glad that we took the official guided tour of this hidden gem designed by Lluis Domenech i Montaner. Tucked away amongst the narrow streets of La Ribera, it was quite a treat to come across the Palau de la Musica Catalana for the first time and see its facade of beautifully detailed sculptures and intricate mosaics. Once we went inside and saw the interior, especially the concert hall itself, we were even more impressed. Our guide did a masterful job of providing the history and explaining the details of the building including, the ironwork, mosaics, stunning stained glass windows and skylight, and the ornate sculptures. As part of the tour, we had the opportunity to sit back and listen to the organist play. Not only was the concert hall gorgeous, the acoustics were amazing too. Our only regret was not being able to see a performance at the concert hall during our stay in Barcelona. We highly recommend booking this one hour guided tour. It must be booked on the official website in advance as spots are limited and it often sells out. If you book 21 days in advance, there is a small saving of 4 euros per ticket off of the standard rate of 20 euros.
3. Teatre Museu El Rei de la Magia
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
4. Barcelona y Flamenco
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4.5 based on 1,067 reviews
Barcelona y Flamenco presents: “Opera y Flamenco” and “Gran Gala Flamenco” In more than 10 years their two principal shows have reached millions of spectators, making them the most seen Flamenco productions in Barcelona. "Opera y Flamenco – A Love Story" is born from the joining together of well known talented singers and flamenco artists and of the fusion of two passionate European arts. This incredible shows is choreographed by the award winning Rafael Amargo, the most important flamenco artist working today. Opera y Flamenco tells the tormented story of love between the dancers with their souls interpretated by the tenor and soprano. "Gran Gala Flamenco" takes the spectator on a journey by means of the heart of the deepest flamenco. Exciting, with a selection of the most poignant “palos” of flamenco interpretated by the new generation of Catalan artists. Let yourself be captivated by al the intensity and passion of the gypsy people and enjoy the perfect union of strength, music, spirit and dance. Barcelona y Flamenco productions continues running without interruption in the Palau de la Música Catalana and in the Poliorama Theatre.
Reviewed By orozcoyuri - New York City, United States
Hands down an excellent performance from all (dancers, singers, musicians) this is a must see! We had front row VIP seats and really appreciated the entire show from the front row.
5. Palau Dalmases
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4.5 based on 876 reviews
Reviewed By NeedToSeeItAll - Perth, Australia
Flamenco is so incredibly captivating, and the emotional performance at Palau Dalmases was no exception. I've seen a few flamenco performances including one of the most famous dancers in Spain, and I felt that this was the best performance I had seen. The musicians were very talented, particularly the guitarist - surely the best around. With the location in the gothic quarter it makes a great place to wander before and after the show, and a glass of cava went perfectly with the experience.
6. Antic Teatre - Espai de Creacio
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4.0 based on 155 reviews
Antic Teatre – Espai de Creació, better known as Antic Teatre, is an independent Social and Cultural Centre occupying a building that dates back to 1650 and has been listed in the City of Barcelona’s Architectural and Historical Heritage Catalogue since 1979. In between the Santa Caterina market and the Palau de la Música, in the very heart of the city, it has become a landmark venue for the neighbourhood with its unique garden and wealth of cultural and social history.
7. Teatre Borras
8. Casa Candela Flamenco
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
Casa Candela is home to the most authentic Flamenco. This site offers flamenco lessons and workshops for you to experience first hand the wonders of this magnificent culture. The workshop offers a tour of all the aspects of flamenco, explaining its origins and its consolidation until today, all taught by recognized and qualified professionals (UNESCO) who direct several resources towards you, which allow you to dance and be an authentic flamenco .
