Considered the birthplace of Renaissance, Florence is the capital of Tuscany. Its historic center is one of the most visited in the world and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982. Florence is also in the top fifty fashion capitals of the world. The old districts still define the geography of Florence: you can know more information in the following sections about Santa Croce, Santa Maria Novella, Oltrarno (San Frediano + Santo Spirito) and Duomo – Cathedral areas and their incredible artistic heritage. Habitat Apartments provide high quality apartments in central Florence, close to Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery and the Brunelleschi Dome.
Barcelona's Old Town is made up of four areas: the Gothic Quarter, with its medieval buildings and winding streets; trendy El Born, with its fashionable stores and stylish bars; the lively Raval; and the beautiful seaside neighborhood of Barceloneta.
The Barri Gotic, its Catalan name (Gothic Quarter), is no doubt the true heart of the city. Its labyrinth of winding streets and asymmetric squares goes from the famous Las Ramblas to the sea at ‘Drassanes’. While enjoying the gothic architecture your senses will be stimulated by the smells of different types of food, beer, and sites of street artists, all making this area unforgettable.
The Born area is the fashionable part of Barcelona. Over the last few years this area, located between the Gothic Quarter, the sea, and Ciutadella Park, has rapidly become the part of the city known for its fast-paced & cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Barceloneta is a must-see during your stay in Barcelona. This area maintains its charm during the summer season as well as the winter. Always busy, Barceloneta is Barcelona’s most well-known beach, characterized by its bars, seafood restaurants, tourists, and locals passing by the seaside. On the small streets near the sea, you can observe typical fishermen's homes. Those apartment buildings are low with typical maritime architecture, adding to the bohemian spirit of the area.
El Raval is a multicultural and vibrant area, with cutting-edge exhibitions at the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art and adjacent Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona. Bohemian bars, hip design shops, and street art fill the surrounding streets. La Boqueria market on La Rambla Avenue sells seafood, wine, and tapas, while laid-back cafes line Rambla del Raval. The Maritime Museum displays replica boats in medieval shipyards.
