A Photographer’s Lifestyle Guide to Barcelona, Spain
There’s a special kind of energy that flows through Barcelona – a mix of Mediterranean ease and artistic boldness. Gaudí’s surreal buildings rise like sculptures between sunlit boulevards, setting the tone for a city where visual inspiration is around every corner. Whether wandering through busy markets or catching golden hour on Montjuïc, Lomographers will find endless scenes full of movement, texture, and color.
El Raval is one of the most eclectic neighborhoods in Barcelona, with a mix of cultures, street art, and vintage shops. Here, you’ll find numerous art galleries, antique stores, and a vibrant artist community. El Raval is perfect for capturing the urban life in all its diversity. Photo by frpujol
El Raval, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Spain
Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC) – Montjuïc, Barcelona houses one of the most complete collections of Catalan art, from the Middle Ages to modern art. Although its main focus is painting and sculpture, its temporary exhibitions and cultural programming also include disciplines such as photography and design, making MNAC a multidisciplinary cultural hub. Photo by synchronocity
Palau Nacional, Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
Fundació Joan Miró – Montjuïc, Barcelona houses an impressive collection of works by Catalan artist Joan Miró, as well as temporary contemporary art exhibitions. Located on Montjuïc Hill, it offers spectacular views of the city, making the visit both an artistic and visual experience. Photo by oukrid
Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
Located on La Rambla, La Boqueria is one of the most famous markets in Barcelona, known for its wide variety of fresh products and local crafts. It’s a must-see for food lovers and a perfect spot to capture the essence of Barcelona’s culinary scene. Bring your LomoChrome Turquoise film to create unexpected color shifts and make the vibrant market palette pop with a creative twist. Photo by jborras
La Rambla, 91, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
Nostàlgic, found on Carrer de Goya, sells Lomography cameras, films, and lenses, and also provides development services. Photo by Angélica Rueda
C. de Goya, 18, Gracia, 08012 Barcelona, Spain
KBr Fundación MAPRE, with two exhibition spaces, a bookstore, an area for educational activities, and a multipurpose auditorium, has become a national and international reference in the field of photography. Photo by Tamara Lopez Seoane
Av. del Litoral, 30, Sant Martí, 08005 Barcelona, Spain
Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter) is a maze of narrow alleyways, hidden squares, and medieval architecture, offering endless photographic opportunities. With its stone walls and unique details, it’s the perfect place to capture the historical essence with the Diana F+ to add a dreamy aesthetic to your shots and play with multiple exposures. Photo by crismiranda
Gothic Quarter, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Spain
Museu Picasso – El Born, Barcelona is a tribute to one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Across various rooms, the museum explores Picasso’s evolution from his early works to his more experimental periods. In addition to its vast collection, the museum hosts temporary exhibitions related to modern art and creativity.
Carrer de Montcada, 15-23, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Barceloneta is a vibrant seaside neighborhood in Barcelona, blending historic charm with beach vibes. Expect narrow streets, bustling beaches, and iconic architecture. Barceloneta is perfect for capturing playful perspectives of Barcelona’s coastal life with the Fisheye Camera.
La Barceloneta, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Spain
Museums, Art, Photography, and Culture in Barcelona
We’ve curated a list of our favorite museums, art galleries, and cultural landmarks in Barcelona to offer you a comprehensive guide to the best creative hotspots to visit during your trip.
Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) – Raval, Barcelona
MACBA is one of the most important contemporary art museums in Barcelona, known for its modern architecture and impressive collection of contemporary art. It is a vibrant space where the visual arts are explored from multiple perspectives, offering both permanent exhibitions and temporary events that encourage reflection on contemporary culture and society.
Arxiu Fotogràfic de Barcelona
The Barcelona Photographic Archive is dedicated to preserving, processing, describing, and disseminating the photographic heritage of the city. The archive holds over three million photographs dating from 1844 to the present day.
La Virreina Centre de la Imatge – La Rambla, Barcelona
La Virreina is a center dedicated to photography and contemporary visual arts. Throughout the year, it organizes photographic and video art exhibitions, as well as a series of activities and workshops exploring the world of imagery in its broader context.
Mercat de Santa Caterina
Situated near Barcelona’s Cathedral, this market is recognized for its colorful ceramic roof and lively atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a blend of fresh produce and local culture.
Street Photography and Lomographic Scene in Barcelona
Barcelona is a city where creativity flows from every corner. Here, we share some of the best tips from our Lomography community about the most interesting places to visit and photograph, along with some recommendations for shooting with analogue cameras. We also highlight some of our most inspiring LomoHomes and Partners based in Barcelona.
El Born
El Born is a bohemian and artistic neighborhood in Barcelona, known for its independent boutiques, charming cafés, and art galleries. It’s ideal for those wanting to capture a mix of local life, medieval architecture, and a vibrant art scene.
Gràcia
Gràcia is a neighborhood full of character, with cobbled streets, quiet squares, and plenty of small shops. It’s perfect for street photography, capturing everyday moments with a personal and artistic touch.
Eixample
Eixample is famous for its wide avenues, modernist buildings, and its perfect grid layout. It’s an ideal neighborhood for architecture lovers who want to capture the urban design of the city, especially the famous buildings by Gaudí.
Montjuïc
Montjuïc Hill is one of the most iconic viewpoints of Barcelona. From the Montjuïc Castle to its gardens and cultural spaces like the MNAC, it’s full of perfect spots for analogue photography, whether you’re shooting landscapes or architecture.
Anything missing?
Got a favorite photo gallery, hidden photo spot or local tip we haven’t covered in this city guide? Help us make this the best analogue travel companion! Send your suggestions to travel@lomography.com and we’ll take a look.
Tips from Lomography Magazine
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Fine Art Portraits on 110 Film: Workshop with Nostàlgic Barcelona Photo Store
written by ludovicazen on 2024-10-13 #gear #people
See the fantastic results of our 110 portrait workshop in collaboration with Nostàlgic Barcelona Photo Store and Marta Pilotto!
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"HipHoesía" & Film Photography: A Conversation with Artist Samir Gallego
written by sylvann on 2024-06-23 #culture #people #places
Barcelona-based artist Samir Gallego talks about the intersections between film photography and what he calls "HipHoesía" – hip-hop music infused with poetry. For the multidisciplinary artist, the three mediums are languages he uses in unison to paint images from his world.
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Shannon Lloyd Explores Medium Format Photography with the Diana F+
written by ludovicazen on 2024-04-06 #gear
Experimental photographer Shannon Lloyd said that shooting with the Diana F+ is a "pretty unique experience" after using it for the first time with our medium format films. Let's find out why!
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Sara Guerrero on Experimenting with the Lomomatic 110
written by ludovicazen on 2025-02-10 #gear #people #videos
Take a look at these wonderful experimental Lomomatic shots by Sara Guerrero and find out more about her first experience with 110 film!
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"The Domestic Camera" at KBr Barcelona Through the Eyes of Mario Aparicio
written by ludovicazen on 2024-09-18 #gear #culture #people
Check out the results of the Open Call in collaboration with KBr Barcelona Photo Center, in Spain. The photographers were invited to rediscover the more amateur side of analogue photography and to document the most special moments of their daily life with our films and cameras.
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Foto Art Attack with Sibux at Creativa Barcelona with Lomography Cameras and Film
written by ludovicazen on 2025-03-13 #gear #culture #news
Check out the results of the experimental workshop organized with Spanish photographer Sibux at Creativa Barcelona!
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Júlia Giros Experiments with the LomoApparat
written by ludovicazen on 2025-03-15 #gear #people
Let's have a look at what photographer and filmmaker Júlia Giros created with the LomoApparat and LomoChrome Turquoise film!
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Past Photography Events & Exhibitions in Barcelona
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Experimental Photo Festival 2024
2024-07-24 – 2024-07-28 · Barcelona, Spain
The Experimental Photo Festival 2024 is set to captivate audiences from July 24th to 28th, 2024, offering a diverse array of 52 workshops, 20 conferences, 20 exhibitions, 3 portfolio reviews, and an experimental artistic Residency spanning 10 days. With over 100 face-to-face and online activities curated by 51 international artists and curators, the festival promises to be an immersive exploration of experimental photography in all its forms.
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Exhibition: Paisajes solares ɸ 41ºN by JB Cunillera
2023-06-30 – 2023-09-08 · Barcelona, Spain
The official opening reception will take place on June 30th and a second opening will take place on July 17th as the exhibition is part of the program of the Experimental Photo Festival Barcelona. Jordi Bofill Cunillera is a photographer who is passionate about solarigraphy and this photosensitive experience in physical installation format. PAISAJES SʘLARES ɸ 41ªN, shows 5 alternative and experimental photography projects where art and science are mixed. Some of them are interactive, being able to manipulate, even create and modify the landscape. With the special participation of international artists, such as Yoshihito Suzuki and Me Lata, in two of them.
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Experimental Photo Festival 2023
2023-07-19 – 2023-07-23 · Barcelona, Spain
The Experimental Photo Festival 2023 will take place between July 19 and 23, 2023 in Barcelona (Spain). What to expect: 55 workshops, 18 conferences, 15 exhibitions, 5 portfolio reviews where artists will be selected to exhibit internationally and an experimental artistic residency of 10 days. There will be more than 100 face-to-face and online activities carried out by 35 international artists and curators.
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Photo Forum Fest
2023-03-15 – 2023-03-17 · Barcelona, Spain
Photo Forum Fest brought together the best photographers of social photography, photojournalism, family, portrait, Fine Art. Keynote speeches by some of the most internationally recognized photographers will be held in the great auditorium of Barcelona at Fira Barcelona.
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Revela’T International Photography Festival
2022-09-09 – 2022-10-02 · Vilassar de Dalt, Spain
Revela’T is an international photography festival taking place from the 9th of September to the 2nd of October in Vilassar de Dalt, Barcelona and other cities. It is a meeting point for photography enthusiasts and especially for analogue photography enthusiasts, with an extensive program of exhibitions, lectures, debates, demonstrations, workshops, exhibition and sales booths. This year’s motto is TEMPUS FUGIT.
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EXP.22 – Experimental Photo Festival
2022-07-20 – 2022-07-24 · Barcelona, Spain
EXP.22 will be held in Barcelona, Spain between the 20th and 24th of July, 2022 and will host 80 workshops, 40 conferences, and 10 activities OFF with 46 international artists and curators. The festival is organized by a non-profit cultural association that aims to create, promote, and disseminate experimental photography in all its aspects.
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Where to Develop Film and Buy Analogue Cameras in Barcelona
Lomography Embassy Barcelona
Carrer d'en Rosic, 3, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain Show on Google Maps
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REVELAB Studio
Carrer d'Aragó, 381, L'Eixample, 08013 Barcelona, Spain Show on Google Maps Read our article in the Magazine
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Fotofília Vic
Carrer del Pont, 10, 08500 Vic, Barcelona, Spain Show on Google Maps
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Nostàlgic
C. de Goya, 18, Gracia, 08012 Barcelona, Spain Show on Google Maps Read our article in the Magazine
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Tenbei Concept
Carrer Nou, 40, 08301 Mataró, Barcelona, Spain Show on Google Maps
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Shooters Film Lab
Carrer d'Aragó, 418, L'Eixample, 08013 Barcelona, Spain Show on Google Maps
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Carrer d'en Tantarantana, 16, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain Show on Google Maps
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