Things to do in Barcelona
Explore Barcelona beyond the campus and discover plans designed for students
Modernisme and the city condal
Culture and heritage
Barcelona is the world capital of Modernisme. The Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Casa Batlló and Casa Milà are just minutes away by metro. Living in Barcelona gives you the chance to discover a new corner of a city that never stops surprising you, week after week.
Montjuïc and the Collserola hills
Nature and sport
From Diagonal Alto you have direct access to the Collserola trails, Barcelona's green lung. Montjuïc, with its gardens, castle and Olympic stadium, is just minutes away. In summer, the Maresme and Garraf beaches are half an hour away by train.
Pa amb tomàquet and the Catalan food scene
Gastronomy
La Boqueria market, the Mercat de l'Abaceria in Gràcia and the local markets of the Baix Llobregat showcase the very best of Catalan cuisine. Pa amb tomàquet, tapas in El Raval and market cooking are the gastronomic culture waiting for you in Barcelona.
Gràcia, Eixample and the city centre
Leisure and university life
The Gràcia neighbourhood, the Eixample and Barcelona's historic centre offer unparalleled leisure, culture and nightlife. The metro takes you from Diagonal Alto to any point in the city in under 30 minutes.