Located just north of the old town, it connects with the Gothic area and the Gràcia area, generating a feeling of a metropolitan center. It was designed to be a modern neighborhood of Barcelona, and many beautiful Art Nouveau and Gaudí facades can be found today. It is full of good shops, big brands, exclusive bars and good restaurants. Connected by numerous bus and metro lines that cross the area, it is ideal for riding a bike lane and getting around the city center with ease.