Barcelona, the second largest city of Spain, is the hearty, passionate capital of Catalonia and is an unforgettable city of art, culture and beauty. You have to see Gaudi's still unfinished Sagrada Familia to marvel at architecture like no other. Take in some more great art at the MACBA museum or go enjoy a classical or jazz concert at the Palau de la Musica Catalana, one of the world's finest halls.

Ramble along the Ramblas to enjoy the phenomenal shops and street musicians, living statues, hustlers and just plain loonies. Hop onto the Tramvia Blau for a rickety tram trip up to the top of Tibidabo and take in the magnificent sights of the city below.

Have a sunset drink at one of the chiringuito bars on the sugar sands of Barcelona's beaches, then after dark, join the locals for pub crawling at the Barri Gotic for a huge selection of tapas bars, wine bars, cocktail lounges and even Irish pubs! Now that you've worked up an appetite, head for El Born where you'll find the finest in New Catalonian cuisine, if you can keep out of the innumerable fine fashion boutiques in this neighbourhood.

For more information about Barcelona, visit the official online City Tourist Guide: www.bcn.es/turisme/english/turisme