Spain - Barcelona
Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona
By @hanneolsen
In the Raval you find a cultural center inside the old Casa de la Caritat, redesigned in the 1990s by Helio Piñón and Albert Viaplana. A glass façade leans toward the courtyard and reflects the rooftops, linking historic brick vaults with clean, bright galleries. The program looks at how we live now: exhibitions, debates, film and city ideas under one roof.
Address: Carrer de Montalegre, 5, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
Why go
Architecture and content in balance. Strong temporary shows with a clear contemporary focus. Xcèntric for experimental cinema and Kosmopolis for literature.
Known for
A sharp program on urban life and culture in a historic complex with a mirrored courtyard façade.
Vibe
Quiet, light filled interiors. A calm courtyard outside with reflections and city life just beyond.
Tips
Check the calendar before you come. Free entry on Sundays from 15:00 to 20:00 with online reservation. If the Mirador is open, start or finish there for a clear view over the sea, Montjuïc and Tibidabo. Leave time for the bookshop and the courtyard.
About @hanneolsen
I am a travel journalist specializing in Spain. I often work and live in Spain, which I consider my second home. As a cultural traveler, my curiosity drives me to continually seek out and convey the many stories that help define Spain, its people, and their culture. In addition to running Spain by Hanne, I also contribute travel articles and photos to Politiken and other Danish media. Received the Danish Media Award at the Spain Talks Awards 2025, organized by Turespaña, for a travel feature on Benidorm focusing on sustainable tourism.