A lovely neighbourhood for the seasoned Barcelona visitor. On Montjuïc Hill, you can forget the hustle and bustle of the city for a while.
The Poble-sec neighbourhood was the first area to be developed beyond the city walls after they were demolished in the 19th century. The neighbourhood takes its name (Poble-sec literally means ‘dry village’) from the fact that a water source was not installed until decades after the first houses were built. The neighbourhood is nestled between El Raval and Montjuïc Hill and is characterised by a relaxed, down-to-earth atmosphere. There are hardly any tourist attractions, but there are plenty of eateries and places to go out. Montjuïc, on the other hand, is a hill full of attractions. It’s also a great place to get some fresh air.
