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    Sagrada Familia
    Sagrada Familia
    74 tours & activities
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    Barcelona Port
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    Montserrat Monastery
    Montserrat Monastery
    34 tours & activities
    Barcelona Zoo
    Barcelona Zoo
    7 tours & activities
    Port Vell
    Port Vell
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    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
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    L'Eixample District
    L'Eixample District
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    Las Ramblas
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    10 things you need to see in Barcelona

    Good football team, great beaches, delightful tapas, and dreamy architecture. There's just nothing bad about Barcelona, the Mediterranean seaside capital of Spain's Cataluyna region. Here are a few can't-miss attractions to put on your itinerary.

    • Sagrada Familia

      1. Sagrada Familia

      Your Barcelona trip isn't complete without a visit to the Sagrada Familia (named a minor basilica by Pope Benedict XVI in 2010), dreamt up by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí.

    • Passeig de Gràcia

      2. Passeig de Gràcia

      Heading north from Plaça Cataluyna, Passeig de Gracia is the richest street in the city. Look up as you walk -- you won't want to miss the architecture along this road.

    • Camp Nou

      3. Camp Nou

      If you're a fútbol lover, you'll be heading to Camp Nou. Spain's biggest stadium, seating over 99,000 fans, has been home to the Fútbol Club Barcelona since 1957.

    • Casa Milà (La Pedrera)

      4. Casa Milà (La Pedrera)

      Known as "the stone quarry," Gaudí's ambitious Casa Milà is one of the most famous buildings from the early 20th century Catalan Modernisme (Art Nouveau) period.

    • Casa Batlló

      5. Casa Batlló

      From 1902 to 1906, Gaudí remodelled a perfectly ordinary apartment building for Josep Batlló, a textile tycoon. Tour the inside of the Casa Batlló to get a glimpse of Gaudí's incredible detail work.

    • Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)

      6. Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)

      The national Catalan museum of visual art is housed inside the very regal-looking Palau Nacional, which sits high atop Montjuïc. Go for the art. Stay for the park and the views.

    • Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter)

      7. Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter)

      Barri Gòtic, located in the Ciutat Vella district, is the heart of Barcelona's old city. Explore its romantic, tiny alleys -- the perfect setting for lazy tapas and great photos.

    • Montserrat Mountain

      8. Montserrat Mountain

      Consider a daytrip to see the Catalan landscape. An hour's train journey from Barcelona, Montserrat is most well-known as the site of Benedictine abbey, Santa Maria de Montserrat.

    • Plaça del Rei

      9. Plaça del Rei

      The "King's Square" is a 14th century square inside Barri Gòtic. The square and its Palau Reial Major, Cataluyna's royal palace, paint a picture of Barcelona's medieval history.

    • Museu d'Història de Barcelona (MUHBA)

      10. Museu d'Història de Barcelona (MUHBA)

      The City History Museum conserves Barcelona's historical heritage, dating all the way back to Roman ruins. The museum is located in Plaça del Rei.

    Planning Your Visit

    • How many days should you spend in Barcelona?

      There are plenty of fun things to do in Barcelona -- especially if you're also planning on partaking in the infamous nightlife scene. In three full days, you could visit all the major Gaudí sights, as well as the Picasso and Miró museums. You could also stay for a week or more. As for what to do with your extra days? Well, you'll have plenty of time to spend at the beach, visit the nearby village of Sitges, or go shopping in the Gothic Quarter.

    • What's the best way to get around town?

      Barcelona is a wonderful city to explore by foot. You can easily stroll from La Rambla to the beach and then back to the Gothic Quarter in one afternoon. The city is pretty flat, so biking is an excellent option. If you love transportation, we suggest taking a trip to Tibidabo, the 1890s amusement park that overlooks the whole city. You'll take the metro, a tram, and a funicular -- and a ferris wheel ride, if that counts!

    • Which tours are the most fun?

      We're glad you asked! From hot air balloon rides to bike tours to all-access guided walks of Gaudí masterpieces, there are a dozen options to spice up your Barcelona tourism. A lot of the architecture-based sightseeing is enhanced by the history and descriptions that a guide can offer you.

    Good to know

    • Language
      Catalan and Spanish
    • Currency
      Euro (€)
    • Time Zone
      UTC (+01:00)
    • Country Code
      +34
    • Best time to visit
      Barcelona is a beach city at heart, so it's most lively in the summer. If you want to experience Barcelona at its best, schedule your trip around the festival of Sant Joan, or the "night of fire." Each year on June 23, the city celebrates with bonfires and parties until dawn.

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    based on 91,882 reviews

    Jorge was amazing!!! The entire experience from start to finish was impeccable. I will be requesting Jorge every time I come back to experience. The cava and refreshments were good too. He played good music while were out sitting on the ocean. Just a relaxing and enjoyable time. I recommend this to everyone visiting Barcelona, Jorge will take good care of you! Thanks again Jorge.

    Barcelona: 2-Hour Sailing Experience with Refreshments Reviewed by , 1/1/2021

    Nice relaxing boat cruise quiet not many people on board, was allowed to go on earlier than my timeslot which was good! Overall quick and efficient service

    Barcelona: Catamaran Trip Along Port Vell Reviewed by Anonymous, 10/19/2020

    Amazing tour, great views and beautiful singing from the choir. Highly recommend. Excellent tour guide and covid measures in place to ensure safety.

    From Barcelona: Montserrat Monastery, Easy Hike, Cable Car Reviewed by Lana, 9/19/2020

    Fabio is a man. He made our day. Amazing vievs, great atmosphere. If you visit Barcelona you have to sail and dont forget about changing clothes ;)

    Barcelona: 2-Hour Sunset Sailing Tour from Port Vell Reviewed by Wiktor, 9/15/2020

    I enjoyed The zoo, good value for money. There is lots of animals of many species. I had a fantastic time feeding the giraffes.

    Barcelona Zoo Tickets Reviewed by Anonymous, 10/22/2020

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