EVENTSACTIVITIES

Poble espanyolEvery Sunday there are two complementary possibilities:firstly, a creative workshop where children can enjoy makingoriginal craftwork, and a special performance for childrenwith music, theatre, magic, puppets....Where: Poble Espanyol de Barcelona | Av. Ferer i Guàrdia,13 08038 BarcelonaWhen: Every Sunday; Web: www.poble-espanyol.com

FESTIVITIES

Sant JordiSt Jordi's day is Barcelona's most romantic day of the year.Roses and books all inspired by the legend of Saint George on23rd April every year. St. Jordi is the patron saint of Catalonia,so Sant Jordi is celebrated on 23rd April to commerate his death.The legend of Saint George is that Saint Jordi slew a dragon tosave a princess - and then plucked a red rose for the princessfrom a rose bush, which had sprouted on the exact spot, wherethe dragon's red blood had spilled.The men give their sweetheart a red rose, and ladies give themen a book. There are bookstalls and book markets all overBarcelona on Sant Jordis day especially on Las Ramblas andRambla de Catalunya.

MUSIC & ART

D’A Festival Internacional de cine de autor de BarcelonaThe Festival will screen an international panorama of the finestcontemporary auteur cinema, combining the discovery ofemerging new talents and cinematographies.Where: Cines Aribau Club (sala 1 y 2)When: 24th April – 3rd May 2015; Web: www.cinemadautor.cat

ProphetiaProphetia comprises works by twenty-five artists who havefollowed and addressed the formation of the EuropeanCommunity. When: Fundació Joan Miró; Where: 13 March - 24 May 2015For more information: www.fundaciomiro-bcn.org

Try our spaNeed to relax after a busy day in Barcelona? Do you simplywish to unwind from the urban bustle? Welcome to TheWhite Wellness. The hotel spa is a space entirely dedicatedto your well-being, where you have an attractive combinationof infrastructures, services and a team of professionalsspecialised in health and beauty.

APRIL 2015

BCNBARCELONAS´S BEST

Requiem of Mozart in Palau de la MúsicaThe Palau de la Musica will revive Mozart through his music, thesymphonic orchestra of Vallés, directed by Xavier Puig, will be incharge of playing “Requiem”.Where: Palau Sant Jordi; When: Saturday 25th AprilFor more information: www.palaumusica.cat/es Bach en BarcelonaBach in Barcelona is a concert created and interpreted by thevioloncellist Jurgen van Win.Where: Sant Pau del Camp; When: Monday and Wednesdayfrom 13h to 14h; Web: bachinbarcelona.com

Picasso/Dali. Dalí/PicassoThe exhibition contains works by Pablo Picasso and SalvadorDalí from over 25 museums of art and private collections.Where: Museu Picasso; When: from March 20th 2015 to June28th 2015; Web: http://www.bcn.cat/museupicassoCarmen de BizetCarmen is a worker, on the fringe of society, and a seductress.She lives and loves as she wishes and is predestined totragedy by her radical sense of freedom.Where: Gran Teatre del Liceu; When: 17, 20, 23, 26 and 29April 2015 and 2 May 2015; Web: www.liceubarcelona.cat

SPORTS

Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell – Trofeo Conde de Godó.Celebrate its 63rd edition. The ATP World Tour 500 clay-courttournament is one of the most important events in Spanishtennis and on the Barcelona social calendar. Where: Real Club Tennis de Barcelona; When: 18-26 de abril Web:http://es.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Tournaments/Barcelona

La cursa dels bombersThis year a new “La cursa dels Bombers de Barcelona” will becelebrated, one of the most crowded 10km runs on these dates.The run, sponsored by Nike, may participate 26000 runners. Where: Barcelona;When: 13/04/2015Web: http://www.vamosacorrer.com/carreras/cursa-bombers-2015-barcelona-20150114/47th International Polo Tournament – Barcelona Polo

Challenge – Negrita CupThe Real Club de Polo de Barcelona will be hosting the 47thInternational Polo TournamentWhere: Real Club de Polo de BarcelonaWhen: 24th April – 3rd May 2015; Web: www.rcpolo.com

La cursa del Corte InglésThe 37th Cursa del Corte Inglés will offer a better control throughdorsal with chips incorporated.When: 12/04/2015; Web : http://www.cursaelcorteingles.cat/es

PARTIESHoli BarcelonaHoli is one of the most important celebration of the Hinducalendar which is characterized by its festivities. Carried outwith balloons and water pistols, cubes and colors.

OTHER ACTIVITIES

33 Salón del Cómic Internacional de Barcelona33rd “Salón del Comic” in Barcelona, an event organized byFicomic.Where: Fira Montjuïc Barcelona; When: From 16th to 19th April.For more information: http://ficomic.com/inici.cfm CosmobellezaPresent under the slogan “Architects of Beauty”. The bestbrands in each scope will present its lasts novelties.Where: Fira de Barcelona – Gran ViaWhen: 11, 12 y 13 de abril 2015; web: http://cosmobelleza.com

B-TravelThe new check point to the travelers who want to live newexperiences.Where: Fira de Montjuïc – Palacio 8 Av Maria Cristina s/nWhen: del 17 al 19 de abril 2015; web: http://www.b-travel.com

Handmade FestivalYou will find exhibitors, workshops, master classes, lectures,concerts, markets, demonstrations and more.Where: Fira de Montjuïc Av. Reina Maria Cristina, s/nWhen: 24,25y26 de abril; Web:www.handmadefestivalbcn.com

When: 12/04/15Where: Av/Cardenal Vidal i Barraquer, Barcelona For more information: http://www.holibarcelona.com/

BARCELONA GUIDE

PLACES

Sagrada FamiliaIs the craziest building site in the world! Gaudi’s genius, thecathedral will never be completed.Address: Carrer de Mallorca, 401; Phone: 932 07 30 31Subway: L2, Sagrada Familia; Web: www.sagradafamilia.cat

Casa BatlloGaudí's colourful mosaic of a building on Passeig de Gràcia.That's probably because it's covered in shiny scales.Subway: L3, Passeig de Gracia

Park GüellIs one of the most beautiful icons of the city. It’s located in theupper part of Barcelona, wich has wonderful views of the city.You can enjoy a fantastic green walk surrounded by a modernistworks.Address: Passatge de Sant Josep de la MuntanyaPhone: 902 200 302; Subway: L3, VallcarcaWeb: http://www.parkguell.cat/en/

MUSEUMS

CaixaForumOne of Spain's most ample collections of modern art, housedin a striking Montjuic building mixing the modernist with theavant-garde.Address: Av.Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia,6-8, 08038 BarcelonaPhone: 934 76 86 00

Miró FoundationPlayful modern complex in Montjuic holding a trove of work bySpain's master of stripped-down symbolism, Joan Miró.Address: Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, 08038 BarcelonaPhone: 934 43 94 70; Web: http://www.fundaciomiro-bcn.org/

Picasso Museum The permanent collections stands for more than 3,800 works andthis is one of the most popular and most visited museums inBarcelona. Address: Montcada, 15, BarcelonaPhone: 932 563 000; Web: www.museupicasso.bcn.esMNAC

MACBALeave the busy streets behind you for a moment by visitingBarcelona’s museum of modern art. Address: Plaça dels Àngels, 1, BarcelonaPhone: 93 412 08 10; Web: www.macba.es

Espai Gaudí – La PedreraVisit the Gaudi museum on the top floor and, if possible, stay tohave a drink on the roof terrace. The decorations here must haveinspired George Lucas and his Star Wars movies.Address: Passeig de Gràcia, 92 08008 BarcelonaPhone: 934 84 59 00

Fundación Antoni TàpiesContemporary art exhibitions are the rule, including a large bodyof work by Tàpies himself.Address: Carrer d'Aragó, 255, 08007 BarcelonaPhone: 934 87 03 15; Web: http://www.fundaciotapies.org/

MNACCatalonia's National Art Museum Graces the interior of the imposing Palau Nacional, built in 1929for Barcelona's International Expo. Here you can find treasuresfrom Catalonia's golden age of religious art, from Gothic toRenaissance.Address: Palau Nacional, Parc de Montjuïc, 08038 BarcelonaPhone: 936 22 03 60; Web: www.mnac.cat

MUST

See the Street Performers on Las RamblasHuman statues, street artists, dancers, magicians - they're allqueuing up to entertain you on Las Ramblas, each and everyafternoon. Don't forget to tip them!

Barceloneta-Montjuic Cable CarScared of heights? Look away. One of Barcelona's mostspectacular rides takes you 400 metres into the air overBarcelona's port, on its way to the heights of Mountjuicmountain

BeachesBarcelona is famous for its beaches, and the fact that they'remostly artificial does not stop the yearly 7 million tourists thatenjoy the sand and the waves. The most popular beachwould be "Platja de la Nova Icària".Subway: L4, Barceloneta

Catch a Show at the Liceu TheatreThis historic opera house is located on Las Ramblas. Elegantthough it is on the outside, nothing can prepare you for thedazzlingly opulent, horseshoe-shaped theatre hidden withinit. Subway: L3, Liceu

La Boqueria MarketBarcelona’s most famous market has a string of excellent tapaseateries around its periphery, just a squid’s throw from LasRamblas.Address: La Rambla, 91 BarcelonaPhone: 933 18 20 17Web: www.boqueria.info/mobile/

Palau de la Música Catalana This sublime concert hall designed by Domènech i Montaner ahundred years ago is not quite as wacky as some of Gaudi’sarchitecture. It is actually more representative of Modernism. ThePalace of Catalan Music not only pays tribute to the musicalheritage of the Catalans but to all music—as well as beauty, colorand joy.Address: C/ Palau de la Música 4-6; Phone: 93 295 72 00Subway: L1, Urquinaona; Web: www.palaumusica.org

Gothic Quarter Walking TourGet to grips with all the nooks, crevices and corners of Barcelona'smost historic quarter by joining a fun, educational walking tour. It'sa good way to meet people as well.

NEARBY RESTAURANTS

El Mall (Special discount for guest)Is located inside the Hotel Crowne Plaza Barcelona Fira Centerwhere you can taste an excellent Mediterranean food.Medium price: 25€; Schedules: Monday to Sunday from 13.30hat 15.30h/ 20.30h at 23.00hAddress: Avenida Rius i Taulet, 1-3 08004 BarcelonaPhone: 934 26 22 23; Web: www.cpbarcelonafiracenter.com

De PaulaPaula offers burgers, Brazilian- Mediterranean food and fastfood. Medium price: 5 - 9 €Schedules: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from13:00h at 16:30h/ 19:30h at 23:30h; Phone: 931 64 69 80Address: Carrer Creu Dels Molers 65, BarcelonaWeb: http://www.depaula.cat

II Golfo Di NapoliA Italian restaurant with a typical Neapolitan dishes. Medium price: 23 €; Schedules:Monday to Friday from13.00h at 16.00h/ 20.00h at 24.00hAddress:C/ Lleida, 38, Barcelona; Phone: (+34) 934 23 53 83Web: http://ilgolfodinapoli.wordpress.com

Quimet i QuimetIs an old cellar and this offers some delicious tapas andwines. Medium price: 30€Schedules: Monday to Friday from 12.00h at 16.00h/ 19.00hat 22.30h and Saturday from 12.00h at 16.00h.Address: C/Poeta Cabanyes, 25, BarcelonaPhone: 934 423 142; Web: http://bit.ly/Quimet

ElcheIborra family who brought and shared the taste and culinaryculture of their land Elche. Medium price: 36€Schedules: Every day from 13.00h at 16.00h/ 21.00h at24.00h; Address: C/Vilà i Vilà, 71, BarcelonaPhone: 934 413 089; Web: http://elcherestaurant.es/en

Casa Tapas CañotaOffers excellence choice of tapas. Medium price: 30€Schedules: Tuesday to Saturday from 13.00h at 24.00h andSunday from 13.00h at 16.00h; Address: C/ Lleida, 7Phone: 933 25 91 71; Web: http://casadetapas.com

Bodega 1900It offers different covers with high quality. Medium price: 30-45€; Schedules: Tuesday to Saturday from 13.00h at 20.00hAddress: Carrer Tamarit, 91, BarcelonaPhone: 933 252 659; Web: http://ca.bodega1900.com

PaktaIs the best Japanese Restaurant - Peruvian style.Medium price: 98€; Schedules: Tuesday to Friday from 19.00h at23.00h and Saturday from 12.00h at 26.00h/19.00h at 23.00hAddress: Carrer Lleida 5, BarcelonaPhone: 9362401; Web: http://www.pakta.es

Espai KruA special place, with a menu split into two sections. Raw andlightly cooked. Medium price: 55€Schedules: Wednesday to Saturday from 13.30h at 16.00h/20.00h at 23.30h; Address: Carrer Lleida 7, BarcelonaPhone: 93 424 81 52; Web: http://www.espaikru.com

Rías de GaliciaAn elegant restaurant offers the best of Galician seafood. Mediumprice: 80€Schedules: Every day from 13.00h at 15.30h/ 20.00h at 23.00hAddress: Carrer Lleida 7, BarcelonaPhone: 93 424 81 52/ 93 423 45 70; Web: www.riasdegalicia.com

Tickets Tapas BarRestaurant with good service and quality. Medium price: 55€Schedules: Tuesday to Saturday from 19.00h at 23.00h andSunday from 13.00h at 15.00h; Address: Avinguda Paral•lel 164Phone: 932 924 254; Web: http://www.ticketsbar.es/web

XemeiXemei is a Venetian restaurant with a quiet atmosphere.Medium price: 40€; Schedules: Monday to Friday from 13.30h at24.00h and Saturday to Sunday from 14.00h at 24.00h.Address: Passeig de l’Exposició 85, BarcelonaPhone: 935 53 51 40; Web: www.xemei.es

CITY CENTER RESTAURANTS

El Tragaluz It offers a traditional yet modern, you can find the samerecipes always but with a more modern technique, withlighter ingredients.Address: Passatge de la Concepció, 5, Phone: 934 870 621

La Champanyeria Cheap and crowded affordable tapas and cava in a hustle-bustle bodega across the road from Port Vell.Address: Carrer de la Reina Cristina, 7; Phone: 933 10 08 39

Bar Tomás The King of Spain's favourite spicy potato dish at a staunchlytraditional but informal joint on Sarrià's main drag.Address: Carre Major de Sarrià, 49; Phone: 932 03 10 77

Restaurante Barceloneta It offers a good meal marine,with the best fish and a great viewsof the port.Address: Carrer de l'Escar, 22, 08039 Barcelona Phone: 932 21 21 11; Subway: Barcelona-Estacio de Franca

Ciudad CondalOffers a wide range of tapas and traditional cuisine.Address: Rambla de Catalunya, 18 BarcelonaPhone: 933 18 19 97

La Bodegueta The restaurant offers a wonderful selection of traditional tapas.Address: Rambla de Catalunya, 100, Barcelona Phone: 932 15 48 94; Subway: Diagonal

COFFEE & CAKESLolita bakeryTake away cupcakes, by the LA PEDRERAAddress: Carrer del Portal Nou, 20, 08003 Barcelona Phone: 933 10 36 76

Brunch and Cake All day kitchen, bistro NICE cakes.Address: Carrer Enric Granados, 19, 08007 Barcelona Subway: Barcelona-Passeig de Gracia

Caelum All kinds of sweets made by nuns and monks in monasteries andchurches from all aroun Spain.Address: Calle Palla, 8, Phone: 933 02 69 93; Subway: Liceu