Whenever I tell people that I stayed in El Raval in Barcelona, they gasp and say, “But isn’t that the most dangerous neighborhood in Barcelona?” It’s true that El Raval’s reputation often precedes it, but unfortunately that means that many travelers skip over one of the most historically and culturally important districts in Barcelona. In fact, there are so many things to do in El Raval that exploring it should be at the top of your Barcelona to-do list!