Staying in El Raval: what to know
El Raval, west of La Rambla, is multicultural and creative. It is home to MACBA, the CCCB and the Sant Antoni food scene on its edge, but it has rougher corners too.
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Who it suits
Budget-minded travellers who like an edgy, artsy area. Liceu and Sant Antoni Metro stations border it.
Be aware
The southern part near the port has a reputation for petty crime at night. Stay closer to MACBA or Rambla del Raval and use main streets.
Highlights
MACBA and the skateboarders in its plaza, Rambla del Raval with Botero's cat, Mercat de la Boqueria, and Palau Güell by Gaudí.
FAQ
Is El Raval safe?
Many visitors stay without problems, but it needs more street awareness than Eixample or Gràcia, especially at night.