Porta (Nou Barris)

Porta (Nou Barris)

Barcelona - Spain

3140 rooms for you

Show me more rooms

Porta (Nou Barris)

Barcelona, Spain

Porta has a privilege location as it is close to the city centre. Buldings such as Can Verdaguer remind us of Porta’s rural past. After 1960’s the neighbourhood became a residential area with several high blocks of flats being built to house the population. The centre of the neighbourhood’s life is Plaça Soller. The plaza is a meeting point for people of all ages that come to enjoy the bar terraces. The most recognisable landmark of the neighbourhood is the central sculpture done by Xavier Corberó. The neighbourhood has everything you need, offering several shopping options and sports facilities where you can practice different sports. Can Dragó sports complex is a 12 ha. Complex that includes running tracks, soccer pitches, an outdoor swimming pool and an urban park.

The neighbours

The neighbours in Porta are Catalan families and young professionals.

Interesting points

Plaça Soller is the heart of the neighbourhood. People meet to share a drink after work in one of the many terraces.

You will fall in love with

The neighbourhood is very well located and has good connections to the city centre.

The lifestyle

The Heron City shopping centre and El Corte Inglés department store, make Porta one of the best shopping areas in Barcelona.

Barcelona

Barcelona

About the city

Coming to study in Barcelona is life-changing. The capital of the Catalan region is home to Spain’s two best-ranked universities, and is one of the world’s most exciting cities. Here, you’ll find everything from great architecture, performing arts, and cultural centres, to economic hubs leading the way towards the future.

Studying in Barcelona is more than just that – it’s an adventure. The friends you make, the great weather you’ll enjoy, all contribute to this city’s charm.

Finding accommodation for students in Barcelona is very easy and affordable, especially when you’ve got Uniplaces to help you book safely!