Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona

Gaudí's buildings, a Gothic old town and city beaches.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

3 days in Barcelona

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Sagrada Família; book ahead.
  2. AfternoonWalk through the Gothic Quarter and El Born to the beach.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset from the Bunkers del Carmel, then dinner in Gràcia.

Day 2

Visit Park Güell or Montjuïc, or day-trip to Montserrat.

Day 3

See Casa Batlló and La Pedrera on the Passeig de Gràcia, spend the afternoon on the beach in Poblenou, and have dinner in Poble-sec.

What to eat

Pan con tomate, patatas bravas and crema catalana.

Local tips

Make the most of Barcelona

Beat the crowds

Book the Sagrada Família and Park Güell ahead. Go at opening time or late in the day.

Best photo spot

The Bunkers del Carmel hill gives the best panoramic view of the city at sunset.

Getting there

The metro is fast and easy. Watch your bag on busy lines and on La Rambla.

Don't miss nearby

Montserrat and Sitges are easy day trips by train.

Good to know

Pickpockets are common in tourist areas. Dinner is usually after 21:00.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Barcelona

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Plan your visit

Getting to Barcelona

Getting there

  • Barcelona Airport (BCN)13 km away
  • Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)75 km away
  • Tarragona85 km away
  • Girona85 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountrySpain

Questions

Barcelona: good to know

Is Barcelona worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns, food and the coast. Gaudí's buildings, a Gothic old town and city beaches.

How many days do you need in Barcelona?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 3-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Barcelona?

You can visit all year. Book the Sagrada Família and Park Güell ahead. Go at opening time or late in the day.

How do you get to Barcelona?

The nearest airport is Barcelona Airport (BCN), about 13 km away. The metro is fast and easy. Watch your bag on busy lines and on La Rambla.

What is there to see near Barcelona?

Nearby hidden places include Montserrat (36 km), Tarragona (83 km) and Girona (85 km).

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