Hotel Montecarlo Barcelona La Rambla, 124 Online Booking

In the heart of this cultural city that never sleeps and has every kind of pastime and sight on offer. We are within walking distance of the Virreina Palace - Museum of Decorative Art, Postal and Philately. Close also to the Liceo Opera House and Las Ramblas.

Las Ramblas is the central avenue where you will find fabulous flower stalls, bird sellers, cool shady seating where you can enjoy the local tapas and a cool drink and simply watch the world go by. The are opposite El Raval and across from Las Ramblas is known as Barri Gotic - the Gothic Quarter - here you can admire the Cathedral and its cloisters - lush gardens with palm trees and magnolias, Kings Square surrounded by ancient architecture, the Bishops Palace and Picasso's Gallery.

Meander down to the port area where you will find the statue of Christopher Columbus looking out to see, cross the boardwalk and you come to the exhibitions centres and Emax - the first Virtual Reality Cinema in Europe. Barceloneta has a unique identity of its own strewn with cool cafes, glorious gift shops and fantastic views across the port and ocean.

This area also leads to the Olympic Village, Zoo, Park and Museum of Modern Art.

Marvellous metro system for getting around the city and there is a Tourist Information Office close to the Opera House on Las Ramblas.