Barcelona contains both the historic and the fantastically modern and amazing. From the colorful Arch de Triumph park to the romantic narrow alleys of the Gothic neighborhood, this city by the sea seems to attract all types – the adventurer, the romantic, the partier, the culture lover – with an almost overwhelming variety of things to do. You could stay forever just exploring its architectural marvels. And while the beach lures everyone to sun, swim, eat and party, it’s the cosmopolitan city that really dazzles. Much of the activity revolves around the Old City, a series of narrow streets and alleys packed with restaurants, cafes and nightclubs, and the home of Las Ramblas – the wide, tree-lined thoroughfare that’s long been the center of the city. Barcelona is the home of Gaudí's architectural masterpieces; the architect famous for his distinctive art nouveau style creations from Casa Milà and Casa Batlló to the La Sagrada Familia cathedral.