Barcelona is the second favourite destination for luxury tourism worldwide, only behind the big apple. These two cities are at the head of the preferences of tourists with high purchasing power, who also express their desire to visit European destinations such as Rome, Venice, Florence, Paris, Amsterdam, Vienna, Dublin and Copenhagen.

Where to stay in Barcelona

To the question of what type of accommodation they value to choose for their vacations in the next two years, 76% of the travellers respond that a cruise, while the rest prefers luxurious hotels in Barcelona. The type of room is essential for the luxury traveller since the respondents declare to reserve the maximum category of available suite. But those guests looking for luxury hotels also look for delicious and luxurious restaurants.

Good wine and gastronomy

Considered the Spanish gastronomy capital, Barcelona is proud of its delicious cuisine, revolutionized by the new generation of chefs. Catalan cuisine always has fresh ingredients that are probably its best features.  Barcelona is home to delicious and numerous restaurants, but certainly, you must visit the historic Patisserie Escribà.

Also, if you want to enjoy delicious tapas, don’t miss the chance to try Tickets, restaurants ran by Albert Adriá (brother of Ferrán). Gourmands love to visit the famous Can Ravell to try their spectacular paella. But if you want to try delicious fish, you must visit the 7 Portas. This restaurant has been served fresh fish for more than 175 years, and has served as a meeting point for lovers of fresh fish like Orson Wells, Michael Douglas, and Catherine Deneuve, amongst many others… check out the guestbook.

For Michelin-starred lunches, Dos Cielos is a safe bet. Thanks to its fabulous location on the terrace of Hotel ME, you can enjoy spectacular views of the sea while enjoying delicious dishes. The Hotel Condes offers dinners in its restaurant Lasarte, while El Palace (ex-Ritz), with the 20s aesthetic raised to its maximum expression, surprises us with the top cuisine of Caelis.

Port Vell and Barceloneta come with an unbeatable offer for outdoor dinners. Jean Paul Gaultier and Jodie Foster have enjoyed a drink with unique views over the city in Torre d’Alta Mar, reopened after the Civil War as a banquet restaurant.

Shopping therapy along the Golden Mile of Barcelona

Passeig de Gracia comes with numerous shops of the most famous brands. Las Arenas also comes with an interesting offer as well as of course L’illa, in diagonal, or the commercial epicentre since the medieval era, El Born. Certainly, Barcelona is the paradise for those visitors looking for fabulous restaurants, luxurious accommodation and a large number of shopping options.