Multicultural La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample is home to palm-fringed Joan Miró Park, named for the artist who made its striking central “Woman and Bird” sculpture. Modernist-Gothic mansion Casa Golferichs hosts chamber music and photo exhibits, while Penitenciari La Model is a notorious men’s prison from 1904, now a museum. Dining options include hip brunch cafes and stylish Indian and Japanese restaurants.