A fine district for the advanced Barcelona goer. On Montjuïc hill, you'll forget the hustle and bustle of the city for a while.
The Poble-sec district was the city's first expansion after the city walls were demolished in the 19th century. Its name (Poble-sec literally means 'dry village') derives from the fact that a water source was only constructed decades after the first houses were built. Sandwiched between El Raval and Montjuïc hill, the neighbourhood is characterised by a relaxed, working-class atmosphere. There are hardly any sights to see, but eateries and places to go out all the more. Instead, Montjuïc is a mountain full of sights. It is also a great place to get a breath of fresh air.
