Barcelona Guide Bureau’s guide opinions: Oliver Casado

Why Barcelona Guide Bureau (what is the difference between you and otherguides)?

It´s not for me to say, but I think that one of my qualities is empathy, I love dealing with people, it makes me feel great, I really enjoy my job, and I guess that this is why we´ve all chosen it!

Why Barcelona is a “must”?

Barcelona rocks!! A deep-rooted history, great weather, good food, some of the most interesting art-nouveau stuff in the world, an ideal place for shopping and very sociable people… what else could you ask for?

Your favourite place in Barcelona and why.

The Born quarter, really early in the morning, in my view is one of the most beautiful sights that the city can offer and the medieval atmosphere has been very well preserved!!

Something curious about Montserrat.

Did you know that our so-long worshipped black Mother of God was not originally black?

Something curious about Park Güell.

Gaudi´s capacity to predict the future: recycled materials, hidden passages that distribute rainwater, the concept of a self sufficient human community, we should all learn more from that man!!

Something curious about Sagrada Familia.

We all know that work at Gaudi´s Holy Family is in progress, but you don’t often get the opportunity to be in the bowels of a future Temple and to watch closely how it is being built. We are privileged eyewitnesses.

Something curious about Montjuïc.

Most of the Roman and Gothic constructions in the city were built using stone taken from Montjuic´s quarry.

Something curious about Gaudí.

Phonetically the word “Gaudi” is the Catalan verb “to enjoy” which is what we actually do every time we step into one of his works.

Something curious about Catalan people.

We have the reputation for meanness, but one thing is for sure: once you become close to a Catalan it is meant to last forever.

Three tips to enjoy Barcelona.

• Get a drop from one of the most emblematic fountains in the city (La font de Canaletes), you´ll be back soon.
• Don´t miss an early walk in St. Felip Neri Square when is quiet first thing in the morning
• There is no time to know Barcelona in one visit.