My favorite place to be in Barcelona - Passeig del Born is at the core of the stylish Born district and runs from the Santa Maria del Mar church to Plaça Comercial and the uncovered 17th-century ruins beneath the Born Cultural Center. The Passeig del Born is one of the most popular streets for a weekend stroll, and similarly for congregating on an evening for drinks - the crowds from the small cafes and bars that line it flow freely onto the cobbles. Wonderful atmosphere. Don't miss El Born for at least a coffee if not a whole morning of paper-reading and people-watching. Enjoy!