Barcelona

Gaudi's playground — a city of surreal architecture, golden beaches, and a legendary food scene on Las Ramblas.

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Population: 1,686,208
Timezone: Europe/Madrid
Nearest airport: BCN

Guide to Barcelona

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Suggested itineraries

4-day itinerary

4 Days in Barcelona: Gaudi, Beach & Tapas

Top attractions

Sagrada Familia

Gaudi's masterpiece basilica under construction since 1882. Book tower access tickets months ahead.

expensive

Park Guell

Gaudi's mosaic wonderland on Carmel Hill. Book the Monumental Zone in advance for best experience.

moderate

Gothic Quarter Barcelona

Barcelona's medieval heart built on Roman ruins. Get lost in the maze of streets around the Barcelona Cathedral.

free

Landmarks & places

Park GüellFundació Joan MiróMuseu PicassoFC Barcelona MuseumColumbus MonumentMontjuïc CastleSant Feliu de Llobregat CathedralMonastery of PedralbesHash Marihuana & Hemp MuseumParc de Joan MiróPlaça de TetuanSant Pau del CampChurch of Santa AnaBarcelona Wax Museum

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