Plaça de Sant Jaume
Attraction
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Landmark city square & gathering point, home to the town hall & the Palau de la Generalitat.
Pl. de Sant Jaume, 1, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
Did You Know?
Important Buildings
Plaça de Sant Jaume is home to two of Catalonia's most important institutions: the Barcelona City Council and the Palau de la Generalitat.
Age of the Square
Plaça de Sant Jaume has been a central point in Barcelona for over a thousand years, with its current name coming from a church that stood there during the Middle Ages.
Historical Significance
The square's location allows visitors to easily access nearby historical sites, including Roman ruins and the oldest synagogue in Europe.
Name Changes
The square has had at least three different names throughout its history, including Plaça de la Constitució, Plaça de la República, and its current name, Plaça de Sant Jaume.