Things to do in Poblenou: a guide to the neighbourhood
Poblenou was Barcelona's great industrial district and today it mixes old factories, design buildings, beaches and a rambla with a village feel. It is the neighbourhood of The High Class, on Carrer de Pujades. This is what we recommend seeing.
La Rambla del Poblenou
It’s the heart of the neighbourhood: a quiet promenade, lined with terraces, ice-cream parlours and local shops, which leads down to the sea. It’s ideal for a stroll and a drink away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
The industrial past and the 22@
Poblenou was known as the “Catalan Manchester” because of its concentration of factories. You can still see brick chimneys and warehouses converted into offices, studios and cultural spaces within the 22@ technology district.
Culture: Can Framis and the Cementiri
- Museu Can Framis: contemporary Catalan painting in a restored former factory.
- Cementiri del Poblenou: one of the oldest cemeteries in the city, with mausoleums and sculptures. The most famous is El petó de la mort (The Kiss of Death).
Parks and design
- Parc del Centre del Poblenou: a contemporary park with green walls and shaded areas.
- Glòries: a short walk away are the Torre Glòries and the Museu del Disseny.
The beaches
Poblenou has direct access to some of Barcelona's quietest beaches, such as Bogatell and Mar Bella. Bear in mind, though, that you cannot smoke on the sand: we explain why in can you smoke on the beach in Barcelona?
How to get there
The most convenient metro stops are Llacuna and Poblenou (L4), and the Glòries area (L1). There are also several bus and tram lines along the Diagonal.
Remember
Consuming cannabis in the street or on the beach is a criminal offence. The High Class is a private association, open only to members aged 21 and over and by invitation only.
You may also be interested in
- Spannabis Barcelona: The Centre for Cannabis Culture
- How to access cannabis in Barcelona: complete guide
- Marijuana counselling in Barcelona: key rules
Want to get to know us? Discover The High Class, our weed club in Barcelona, see how to get to the club and contact us to request your invitation. Access for members aged 21 and over only.
