Discover the magic of Barcelona on a stroll down the Rambla or visit the Old Port, the Gothic Quarter, Liceu Theatre, the Palace of Music. The Magic Fountains of Montjuïc, the CaixaForum, Poble Espanyol, the Mies van der Rohe Pavillion and the Palau San Jordi are all within walking distance from the hotel. The Paral·lel metro station is located just in front of the hotel, giving you the opportunity to easily go all around the city and to the most popular sights, like the Sagrada Familia, the Paseo de Gracia, Rambla de Catalunya, Park Güell or Camp Nou. In addition, there are many dining, shopping and entertainment choices in the area. Port Olimpic is at just 10 minutes' driving distance as well as the trendy shops of ‘Avinguda Diagonal’. Hotel Barcelona Universal is without a doubt an ideal base for exploring this vibrant city.