Carrer del Consell de Cent
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Daniel Bartolomé - ©Ajuntament de Barcelona
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Daniel Bartolomé - ©Ajuntament de Barcelona
If there is one street that has become emblematic of the new Barcelona in recent years, it is undoubtedly carrer del Consell de Cent. In the middle of the bustling Eixample district, the traffic calming of this street has created an oasis of tranquillity in the heart of the city.
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Why visit carrer del Consell de Cent?
Stretching for six kilometres from the Joan Miró park to the passeig de Sant Joan, this street is a small miracle where pedestrians can stroll among trees, restaurants, shops and green spaces with the peace of mind of knowing that they are in charge here, as there is no noise or road traffic.
If you take an unhurried stroll through this microcosm of Barcelona you will discover the pleasure of having a vermouth in the sun at a pavement table, eating a delicious ice cream without rushing or discovering some of the best art galleries and shops in the city. Living life in the street, as has always been the case in our Mediterranean climate, is here and now easier and more enjoyable than ever.
How do I get to carrer del Consell de Cent?
Go to parc de Joan Miró and once there, behind the library, you can start your walk along carrer del Consell de Cent.
For the more curious
- Did you know: In Time Out’s ranking of the best streets in the world, Consell de Cent was in tenth position in 2024.
- Local's tip: Visit the Lehmann Factory, where you can still see the chimney of the old porcelain doll factory that a couple from Nuremberg set up in Barcelona last century.
- A must: Get to know the spirit and character of the people of Barcelona, unhurried, and take your time as you cross the city centre at a leisurely pace.
