Barceloneta land reclaimed from the sea. The neighbourhood was constructed according to specificcriteria, with uniform and ordered streets and houses that were mainly occupied byfishermen and sailors. The Paseo Marítimo is a long seafront promenade that connectsBarceloneta with the Olympic Port. It was design and built during the first part of the20th century and extended as a part of the Olympic organization. This promenadeforms a balcony over the beach and is the main connection between the city and itswaterfront. This is the ideal location for those who enjoy eating traditional seafood,paella and shellfish. You can experience these traditional dishes in any of the restaurantsalong this promenade.