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This article discusses some interesting and unique venues that are off Barcelona´s beaten track. From a perfume museum to a museum of chocolate, this article offers insight into the city´s more eclectic side.

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Barcelona is one of the world’s most romantic cities to visit. Its seaside location in the south of Spain makes it a favorite destination for travelers. Barcelona’s history and culture continue to inspire visitors from around the world. Yet, while all the guidebooks will showcase many of Barcelona’s best-known sites and landmarks, they may not provide information about the city’s eclectic side. The following article discusses some Barcelona venues that are well worth checking out. From a chocolate museum to a rare book shop, Barcelona has a surprising array of interesting places to visit.

The Museu de la Xocolata is a unique museum and showcases many confectionary delights centered on chocolate. This chocolate museum is a treat for the senses. Located at Comerc 36, the Museu de la Xocolata offers a plethora of information and displays about chocolate and also offers workshops...

Of course, if a trip to Barcelona requires something a bit racier than confectionary treats, consider a stop at the Museu de L’Erotica. This museum is devoted to all things erotic and their holdings include sculpture, paintings, and even films. It contains holdings from all over the globe. Located at La Rambla 96, this museum...

The Museu del Calcat is another of Barcelona’s eclectic museums that should be included on any tour of the city. Located at Placa Sant Felip Neri 5, this museum is devoted to the history of shoes and covers the international gamut of footwear. From lovely embroidered Oriental slippers to hand-painted party shoes...

International rare book lovers will want to pay a visit to Comellas located at Rambla de Catalunya 15. Once a Parisian fixture, the book shop opened in Barcelona in 2001 and has created an old-world shop with a refined aura. This antiquarian book shop has an...

For truly eclectic shopping, head to the Placa de les Glories on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, or Saturdays to experience this phenomenal Barcelona antique and flea market...

Located in the Parc of Monjuic, the Botanical Garden of Barcelona is a gorgeous treasure trove of Mediterranean flora with a distinctive Catalonian flair. Some of Barcelona’s tallest trees are found in this historic garden...

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