Plaça de Catalunya Barcelona

A square where people meet up at in the middle of the Bari Gothic area of Barcelona, Placa de Catalunys is also where the traveler can catch one of the open top tour buses. This is the hub of Barcelona's tour and travel industry, and where the locals catch their buses to get from one end of the city to the other. It is crowded, scenic, and inviting. This vast square contains cement and stone benches, colorful ornamental gardens, and exquisite statues. At the far end is one of the largest and most prominent water fountains in the city, and a popular tourist attraction for new arrivals and long time residents alike. It is especially busy during the weekends, when the cities young gather to go out to the clubs. This is the ultimate spot to met your party, sit and relax, or stroll along the pathways of the great square to watch the street performers and visit the travelers information and souvenir kiosks. If you find larger store to your liking for shopping, some of the largest and most prominent department stores line the square. If stopping at one of the travelers kiosks is not to your liking, just below street level is hotel accommodation information bureau where the friendly staff will guide you in the right direction for any accommodation to your liking, be it a five star hotel or the nearest hostel.