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Best of Barcelona Part of the Places of a Lifetime series from Traveler magazine

Local experts answer trip-planning questions about where to stay, where to eat, and what to see and do. Recommendations include price ranges, thumbnail descriptions, and insider tips—plus addresses, telephone numbers, and Web links.

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Antoni Gaudí’s Casa Batlló displays the Barcelona artist’s unmistakable motifs: sinuous lines and an underwater theme.
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Expert recommendations of the best clubs, bars, and other after-dark venues.
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Expert recommendations of the top dance, theater, and classical music venues.
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Expert recommendations of the top attractions—with advice on how to get the most out of your visit.
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Expert recommendations of the top events—with tips on how to best experience these celebrations.
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