The Galvany neighborhood, also located in Barcelona’s zona alta, is known for its market, an architectural jewel built at the height of the Catalan Modernist movement that is located just off of the Diagonal. In Galvany’s streets, one can also find restaurants featuring signature cuisine with lunch time specials, boutiques selling international and local niche brands, gourmet bread stores, delis, beauty centers, night spots and gyms, among other retail outlets. What is most attractive about this neighborhood is that it is a small community; it is easy to establish relationships with local business owners and to run into friends or acquaintances doing their daily grocery shopping or having lunch al fresco. The elegant and majestic residential buildings, many of them built at the beginning of the 20th century, add to its unique charm.
Galvany has an excellent transportation network, making it easy to reach any spot in the city, including the many local and international schools located in the neighboring areas. As is the case with Pedralbes, its location allows for a quick and easy access to the Diagonal, the rondas, the highways and the airport.