The capital of the Vallès Occidental in the east-central region of Catalonia is awaiting visitors with its rich history, culture, and architecture. Within the metropolitan area of Barcelona, Terrassa is a modern city full of year-round art and cultural activities, like jazz festivals, modernist architecture fairs, high-end restaurants, and beautiful gardens that gather locals and visitors alike.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay
- For a luxury experience visiting Terrassa, you can stay on the north side of El Centre or the city center near the city hall or Casa de la Vila de Terrassa. It has a great offer of restaurants as a part of the Michelin’s Guide to Barcelona and other attractions like the Cathedral of Terrassa.
- Families can stay nearby Masia Freixa or the Tourism Office of Terrassa. It is one of the most suitable areas to stay with its beautiful modernist architecture and is located within the Parc De Sant Jordi, a walkable space with playgrounds. Also, the areas near the Parc de Vallparadís are a great option. Both are close to pharmacies, supermarkets, restaurants, and other amenities.
- If you travel on a budget, there are several places to stay around the city. You can walk or take public transportation to move, and you won’t miss the food and art culture this city has for its visitors.
Great stays in the heart of the city
Family accommodations
Budget-friendly lodging
Close to everything in Terrassa
The capital of the Vallès Occidental in the east-central region of Catalonia is awaiting visitors with its rich history, culture, and architecture. It is a 70km wide city with a great portfolio of cultural and art activities year-round, which makes this city a vibrant spot for Catalonian culture and see unique museums such as Museu de la Ciència i de la Tècnica de Catalunya or the Centre de Documentació i Museu Tèxtil.
Within the metropolitan area of Barcelona, Terrassa is a modern city full of medieval history with its beautiful public spaces like Plaça de la Creu Gran, industrial-era constructions, modernist architecture like Edifici Modernista de l’Arquitecte LLUÍS MUNCUNILL i PARELLADA, high-end restaurants, unique churches such as Sant Esperit de Terrassa, and beautiful parks with stunning monuments like Castell Cartoixa de Vallparadís, that gather locals and visitors alike.
Areas for a family stay
Terrassa is a family-friendly destination that has several amenities for everyone to enjoy.
- Terrasa has plenty of parks to discover. The main is Parc de Vallparadís. This park is the biggest of its kind in Catalonia and Europe. In this park, you can find the Parc Infantil, with areas for children to play and enjoy the day, and the Piscine de Vallparadís or the public pools to have fun during the summer.
- This city has a safe and peaceful environment city to walk around.
- Nearby to the Parc De Sant Jordi is the Museu de la Ciència i de la Tècnica de Catalunya (National Museum of Science and Technology of Catalonia). They have year-round activities for children and several permanent collections of household appliances, electronics, science, and experimentation.
- Between these two areas is the Mercat de la Independència, a market full of local products and food options for the family to discover and enjoy together.
Terrassa Gastronòmica
Barcelona is a destination for great food, and Terrassa is no exception. You can discover over 29 restaurants that are part of the Terrassa Gastronòmica experience and become part of the city through its rich food culture.
Stay within a walkable distance of great restaurants in Carrer de la Palla, where some of these restaurants are.
Our recommendation for great dining is Le Cel de Les Oques with Catalonian author cuisine. Another great option is the restaurant El Vapor Gatronòmic with a more traditional approach to traditional regional food. The Michelin’s Guide recommends these restaurants in areas full of entertainment options like theaters and museums.
There are always good options hidden in every street and little passageways. Wander around the city center, and enjoy its Roman and industrial history and beautiful architecture while discovering the varied food options in the center of the city.
A Place for artists and students
So if you plan a budget trip to Terrassa, there are options to stay, and you will not miss the cheap or free cultural offer. Throughout the year, you can find festivals and concerts in this city. One of the most important ones is the Terraza Jazz Festival which is the favorite music genre of the city. But this offer is not limited to jazz music; several cultural centers like the Amics de les Arts i Joventuts Musicals, visual art galleries, and theaters have different options for every budget.
As this city has a significant concentration of students, there will always be excellent food options and things to do, especially around Carrer de la Rasa, where there are coffee shops, pubs, and bars to meet new people.
