Get to know Eixample
Eixample is one of Barcelona’s most recognizable districts, known for its grid layout, elegant avenues and striking modernist architecture. Positioned between the historic centre and the northern residential areas, it offers a central, well-structured environment that is easy to navigate, even for first-time visitors. Its streets blend steady urban activity with local cafés, shops and a reassuring sense of safety, creating a practical setting for professional stays.
For business travellers looking for corporate accommodation with quick access to workplaces and essential services, Eixample offers an excellent balance of convenience and lifestyle. Iconic buildings such as La Pedrera and Casa Batlló coexist with quiet cafés, spacious sidewalks and a vibrant yet organised urban rhythm. Here, corporate apartments, temporary corporate housing and flexible corporate rentals provide a comfortable base that supports both work and everyday living.
Its central location makes it easy to reach key business areas such as Avinguda Diagonal, Passeig de Gràcia and the city’s main transport hubs. The district’s structure, cosmopolitan atmosphere and wide range of services make Eixample a highly functional choice for corporate mobility, client meetings and short- to mid-term professional stays.
USEFUL LOCAL INFORMATION
Restaurants
– Ciudad Condal: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6rj2peHfDpCkJAVi9
– Brunch & Cake: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oPov98XxNGtV9QfCA
Cafés and bars
– Cosmo Café & Art Gallery: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Gt5qgHnA1qiCgz3r8
– La Central (bookstore & café close to the district border): https://maps.app.goo.gl/AvrNc7uLASdYkGjW7
Supermarkets and essentials
– Several Condis and Caprabo supermarkets across the district
– Mercado de la Concepción: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7uio49yXwL8tn7oaA
Leisure and culture
– Casa Batlló: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CwH3FWKzw7uJHk8j7
– La Pedrera – Casa Milà: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hGdyvQWtBCnCNVfo8
– Passeig de Gràcia (shopping + architecture)
– Official tourism information: https://www.barcelonaturisme.com
Sports
– DIR Eixample: https://maps.app.goo.gl/d7jVjfjqwZSZVjrYA
– Holmes Place Balmes: https://maps.app.goo.gl/d8rK7M2xG4M2dqeKA
– Wide avenues ideal for running (Diagonal, Passeig de Sant Joan)
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Metro
Key lines: L2, L3, L4, L5
Main stations: Passeig de Gràcia, Diagonal, Sagrada Família
Official information: https://www.tmb.cat
Buses
Many routes cross Eixample and connect with all major areas of Barcelona.
Information: https://www.tmb.cat
FGC and Renfe
Provença Station (FGC): https://www.fgc.cat
Passeig de Gràcia Station (Renfe): https://www.renfe.com
Eixample’s central position creates efficient connections for business commuters and professionals requiring easy access to meetings or corporate hubs.
ESSENTIAL SERVICES
Healthcare and hospitals
– CAP Roger de Flor primary care centre: https://catsalut.gencat.cat
– Hospital Clínic (easy to reach from the district): https://www.hospitalclinic.org
Pharmacies
Pharmacies available on nearly every block
Official pharmacy finder: https://www.cofb.org
Police and safety
– Mossos d'Esquadra: https://mossos.gencat.cat
– Guardia Urbana: https://ajuntament.barcelona.cat/guardiaurbana
Emergency number in Spain: 112
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