Books About Barcelona: Novels, Travel Guides & More

Whether you’re planning a visit to Barcelona, fascinated by its art and architecture or hoping to experience Spain’s cosmopolitan city through novels, we’ve got you covered. From post-war tales echoing the city’s Gothic past to essential travel guides and gripping true stories, explore the best books about Barcelona.

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Set in postwar Barcelona, this lyrical novel about a young man drawn to a mysterious book blends mystery, romance and adventure.

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Bringing 1930s and 1960s Barcelona to life, this sweeping tale of a Cuban family's journey through exile explores the special bond between sisters.

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Orwell’s powerful first-hand account of the Spanish Civil War explores his experiences in 1930s Barcelona, which helped shape his thought-provoking classic Animal Farm.

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Beautiful and powerful, Colm Tóibín’s novel set in 1950s Barcelona follows an Irish artist through art, love and a past that is never too far behind.

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Brimming with suspense, code-breaking and a heaping dose of dry humor, Dan Brown’s satisfying heist through Barcelona’s iconic locations raises interesting questions about God, blind trust and where we are going.

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When she learns the truth about her not-so-perfect family, a young woman’s life unravels in postwar Barcelona. Drawing from Carmen Laforet’s own experiences, this is a darkly funny and hopeful coming-of-age classic with Gothic undertones.

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Get the most out of your visit to Barcelona with a comprehensive list of everything worth seeing, whether you’re planning to spend a week there or staying longer.

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This small but handy guide will help you navigate Barcelona quickly and seamlessly. From must-see sights to top eateries and helpful tips, it’s perfect companion for shorter visits to the Cap i Casal.

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Whether the focus of your visit is art, architecture or Catalonia’s lively beaches, plan your itinerary with National Geographic’s vibrant and informative travel handbook.

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Want to go where Barcelonans hang out? This insightful guide compiled by five locals will tell you where to hear live music, shop and simply enjoy all that Spain’s cosmopolitan city has to offer.

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Spanning nearly two millennia of Barcelona’s evolution, Robert Hughes’ informative yet passionate guide to the city combines its layered cultural history with explorations of its art, architecture and the people who call it home.

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José Andrés shares recipes that highlight the rich, delicious ingredients and culinary techniques that are rooted in Spanish culture and history.

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Soccer fans will enjoy this insightful account of Catalonia’s famous football club. FC Barcelona’s rise comes vividly to life, with special focus on the team’s biggest stars including Lionel Messi and Johan Cruyff.

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From La Sagrada Família to Catalonian visionary landmarks that define Barcelona’s architectural landscape, discover the work of Antoni Gaudí in this richly illustrated collection.

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