El Poble Sec
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This edgy neighborhood offers some of the best entertainment in the city. Paralel Avenue offers a features of playhouses and theaters staging cabaret and musical theater in the traditional Catalan style, while the rest of the neighborhood offers lively wine and tapas bars. The area is set within beautiful 19th century architecture and has a great number of squares featuring open-air cafes and bars. The neighborhood is well-connected to the rest of the city and offers relatively affordable housing.