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This area near Trafalgar Street was for many years a hub of workshops and textile factories that shaped the character of the neighborhood. The textile industry provided not only jobs, but also identity: rhythm, material, and a creative way of inhabiting.
The building is part of that history and witnessed the city’s transformation. It was born to produce and, over time, evolved to welcome. Preserving its memory does not mean staying in the past but understanding where we come from.
When Joan Miró returned to Barcelona after years between Paris and Mallorca, he did so to reconnect with something essential. His journey was not outward, but inward.
A global hub for music and artists from around the world, the city has transformed over the years, yet its essence remains the same. No matter how many times you visit, there will always be new places to discover.
The galleries along Trafalgar Street have for decades been spaces of creative exchange. As Jaume Plensa once said, “Art does not change the world; it changes the people who can change the world.” These are places where emerging talents found refuge, and where Barcelona learned new ways of seeing.
El Pollo: A no-frills neighborhood bar. El Pollo is the kind of place that hasn’t changed because it didn’t need to: well-made tapas, simple dishes, and a bar that acts as a natural meeting point.
Franca: Honest cooking with a contemporary touch. Located on Roger de Llúria Street, Franca offers a welcoming, thoughtfully crafted table without excess. Carefully sourced ingredients, familiar dishes, and a calm atmosphere that invites you to linger.
It was born as a workspace, driven by the Sert family. Over time, as the factories moved away and the city changed its pace, the passage was left suspended in time. That was when it was taken over by other travelers, artists, and creators.
Barcelona from above, without official viewpoints. A clearing in the mountains where the air shifts and the city feels far away. Go at sunrise or as evening falls—don’t forget a bottle of wine and a light bite, or a hot coffee to start the day. You can get there on foot or by car, if you’re in the mood for a more relaxed plan.
What’s the purpose of your next getaway?
At UMA, we have a stay for every journey.
