Barcelona 2025
West Europe Pacific Conference
14 – 21 July 2025
Academic Venue:
Grand Hotel Central
14 July
18:30 - 19:00
Welcome Drinks
The Library, 8th Floor, Grand Hotel Central
Join your fellow delegates for a welcome drink to kick off the exciting conference week ahead.
We will meet for a welcome drink at The Library, 8th Floor, Grand Hotel Central, followed by a memorable welcome dinner. This gathering is an ideal opportunity for delegates to meet one another and the CPE Conferences team in the charming ambiance of Barcelona. Dress code is smart casual.
14 July
19:00
Welcome Dinner
Rooftop Terrace, Grand Hotel Central
Join your fellow delegates for a welcome dinner to kick off the exciting conference week ahead.
After the Welcome Drinks, join us on the rooftop and savor a delightful dinner, featuring exquisite cuisine overlooking Barcelona. This event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, exchanging insights on Barcelona and its many attractions.
15 July
15:00 -19:00
Academic Day #1
Grand Hotel Central
16 July
09:00 - 11:30
Walking Tour – Introduction to Gaudi Private Tour
PLAÇA REIAL – By the water fountain.
Explore the life and vision of one of the world’s most influential architects. Learn about his unique techniques and creative journey while admiring the exteriors of his most iconic buildings in Barcelona in a private tour.
Discover the life and genius of Antoni Gaudí on this guided private walking tour through Barcelona, exploring the exteriors of his most iconic works. Begin at Plaça Reial, a vibrant 19th-century square where a young Gaudí left his mark. Visit Palau Güell, his first major commission, showcasing his early brilliance. Marvel at the Block of Discord, where three architects compete for attention in a single block. Admire the dreamlike Casa Batlló, known as a “fairytale in stone,” and stroll through the elegant Eixample district, home to Modernisme landmarks and chic city life. See Casa Milà (La Pedrera), a bold and controversial masterpiece shaped by creative defiance, and finish at the awe-inspiring Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s unfinished temple and enduring symbol of Barcelona—an architectural story still being written.
17 July
15:00-19:00
Academic Day #2
Grand Hotel Central
18 July
15:00-19:00
Academic Day #3
Grand Hotel Central
18 July
21:00
Palau de la Música – Barcelona Guitar Trio & Dance Tribute to Paco de Lucía
Carrer del Palau de la Música, 4-6 08003 – Barcelona/ Concert Hall
Experience an unforgettable night of Spanish music and dance at the stunning Palau de la Música. Enjoy the passion and rhythm of the Barcelona Guitar Trio in a vibrant tribute to flamenco legend Paco de Lucía, set in one of the city’s most iconic and breathtaking concert halls.
The Palau de la Música Catalana was built between 1905 and 1908 by the modernist architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner as a home for the Orfeó Català, financed by popular subscription. The building is located in Sant Pere district, one of the most beautiful areas of Barcelona.
Feel the passion of Barcelona Guitar Trio & Dance as you listen to some of the greatest compositions brought to you by names such as Manuel de Falla, Federico García Lorca, Chick Corea and Paco de Lucía itself at the Palau de la Música Catalana, one of the most famous concert halls in the world, and a beacon of Catalan modernist architecture.
Don’t miss the final surprise! you’ll love it!
Feel the passion of Barcelona Guitar Trio & Dance as you listen to some of the greatest compositions brought to you by names such as Manuel de Falla, Federico García Lorca, Chick Corea and Paco de Lucía itself at the Palau de la Música Catalana, one of the most famous concert halls in the world, and a beacon of Catalan modernist architecture.
Don’t miss the final surprise! you’ll love it!
19 July
17:00 - 20:00
Tapas Tour – The Gothic Quarter
5.00pm meet the guides in Plaza Ramon Berenguer el Gran, in Via Liaetana
Savour an authentic taste of Barcelona with a guided evening of tapas, wine, and local traditions. This relaxed, flavorful tour takes you through the city’s vibrant food scene—supporting local spots and bringing Catalan culture to life.
Includes food and drinks throughout the tour
All of the venues are locally owned and operated, handpicked for their quality and authenticity. By dining with them, you directly support local businesses, chefs, and independent producers.
Throughout, your guides will share stories of Spanish/Catalan food, culture and history, ensuring an engaging, easy, and delicious journey through the heart of the city. After the tour, the guides can also direct the group to local spots if they wish to carry on into the night, or help them find their way back to the hotel.
All of the venues are locally owned and operated, handpicked for their quality and authenticity. By dining with them, you directly support local businesses, chefs, and independent producers.
Throughout, your guides will share stories of Spanish/Catalan food, culture and history, ensuring an engaging, easy, and delicious journey through the heart of the city. After the tour, the guides can also direct the group to local spots if they wish to carry on into the night, or help them find their way back to the hotel.
20 July
15:00 -19:00
Academic Day #4
Grand Hotel Central