Secret Barcelona (Paperback)

Paperback. Step beyond the Sagrada Familia. Wander past the crowded boulevards. Discover the Barcelona that hides in plain sight.Let Secret Barcelona lead you far from the familiar - into the citys most intriguing corners, forgotten histories and wonderfully unusual places that even locals rarely uncover.Unravel hidden stories behind Gaudis masterpieces and the Sagrada Familia. Explore a surprising world of miniature trains concealed beneath the main station. Discover a mysterious sculpted hand with a story few can explain. Step inside a forgotten anatomical amphitheatre where science once pushed its limits. Seek out a hidden Civil War air-raid shelter, preserved beneath the streets. Find a museum tucked away at the back of an ordinary shop, invisible to passers-by.Look closer, and youll uncover secret Masonic symbols scattered across the city - and even the emblem of FC Barcelona hidden within the walls of Santa Maria del Mar.These are just a handful of the remarkable places waiting to be discovered inside.Written by local experts, this is not the Barcelona of postcards and packed itineraries. Its a different city entirely one of hidden gems, untold stories and unexpected discoveries.Perfect if you:Think youve already seen everything Barcelona has to offerWant to explore beyond the typical tourist attractionsAre searching for unusual, non-touristy things to doLove hidden history, quirky locations and secret spotsBy day or night, Barcelona reveals itself only to those who know where to look.Ready to see Barcelona differently? Let Secret Barcelona guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Barcelona travel guide book and let our local experts show you the well-hidden treasures of this beautiful city. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.