An insider's guide to Barcelona's hidden gems and lesser-known corners.

Where's the best place to go out on a Saturday night in Barcelona? Which offbeat museums to discover after Sunday brunch (and where to enjoy it)? From which viewpoints do you get the best views of the Catalan capital? Which are Gaudí's must-see buildings? Where does Barcelona's modernisme reach its peak? Where to take the kids? Where to buy the best wine? And where do the locals hang out?

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Barcelonareveals hundreds of valuable addresses, avoiding the tourist hotspots and highlighting urban details that often go unnoticed. Mark Cloostermans, a Belgian journalist based in Barcelona, reveals the secrets of its neighbourhoods, points out historical details in the streets of the old town and guides you from the green hill of Montjuïc to the beach and back.

The best places to eat halal food, the must-sees for Barça fans and the various festivals you can use to plan your trip: The 500 Hidden Secrets of Barcelona reveals it all.

Publisher: Penguin