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Cathedral of the Sagrada Familia, (Cathedral of the Holy Family)

Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

The Sagrada Familia is the work of the greatest architect of his time, Antoni Gaudi, and is the most visited place in Barcelona. Every year, three million tourists from different parts of our earth come to admire the beauty of this unusual, majestic church, as if it came out of a fairy-tale world.

The construction of the temple began in 1882 by an architect named Francisco del Villar, but just a year later the project was transferred to Gaudi. The latter worked on it all his life, but never finished it. Completion of the cathedral is planned only by 2026.

Attraction address: Calle Mallorca 08034, Barcelona
You can get to the Sagrada Familia by metro (Sagrada Familia station). This is the lilac branch L2 and the blue branch L5. You can become a visitor to this magnificent cathedral either individually or with a tour group.
The temple opens its doors to tourists from 9 to 18 during from October to March, A in summer from 9 to 20 hours.
If you use the services of an audio guide, the excursion will cost 19.30 euros, but if without it, then 14.8 euros. You can admire the beauty of the temple from the outside at any time, and it’s completely free.

Park Guell

Another attraction that Barcelona residents owe to the magnificent Antoni Gaudi. This is a charming union of residential areas and luxurious gardens, which locals affectionately call the gateway to a fairy tale. The main idea of Antonio Gaudi's creations is the absence of straight lines in the project. The master believed that if you give smooth curves to architectural structures, this will make them harmonious and natural, as if created by nature itself.

There are a lot of interesting places in the park. This is the main staircase, along which you can get to the Hall of a Hundred Columns. This is the hall itself with curved vaults, which seem to have merged in a noble dance with the columns. And the entrance itself is decorated with amazing gingerbread houses, giving the park a fabulous and magical look.

You can get to the famous Park Güell by metro, going to Vallcarca station, or Lesseps on the green line L3. You can also get to the park by taking number 24, or becoming a passenger on bus number 116 at Joanic station (L4).
The park can be visited freely, but entrance to the Gaudi Museum costs 5.50 euros per adult and 4.5 euros for children under 18 years of age.
During from November to February visiting the attraction is possible from 10 to 18, and in October and March - from 10 to 19 hours. IN April or September you can get to the park from 10 to 20, and during the period from the beginning of May to the end of August - from 10 to 21 hours.

Singing fountain

Perhaps one of the most fascinating and colorful sights in Barcelona is the singing fountain, which is also called the Magic Fountain. Every evening, the foot of the Montjuic hill attracts a crowd of thousands of tourists waiting for a magnificent show made of light, music and water.

The unique pictures that the fountain creates during operation are illuminated in blue, reddish, yellowish, and pale green, creating an indescribable, breathtaking action.

Those spectators who managed to climb higher and get closer to the National Palace will be able to not only contemplate the luxurious fountain, but also enjoy a beautiful panorama of the evening city.

You can get to the Montjuic fountain by metro, getting off at the Square station. This is the red branch L1, or the green L3.

From October to April fountain work begins at 19:00 and continues until 21:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. In summer tourists can enjoy this spectacle from Thursday to Sunday from 21 to 23 hours.

The Gothic or Cathedral Quarter is the most ancient part of the city, where you can see traces of Roman settlements, as well as buildings erected during the Middle Ages. The Gothic Quarter originates from the oldest square of the city - Plaza Nova, on which two fortress towers from the Roman period have been preserved. Here you can also see the Episcopal Palace and the building of the College of Architects.

The main attraction of the Cathedral Quarter is the Cathedral of Saint Eulalia, which gave the second name to this part of Barcelona. This Gothic temple was built in the 14th and 15th centuries in honor of a young girl who died as a martyr for the Christian faith.

Tourists, while exploring the Gothic Quarter, have the opportunity not only to admire the beauty of ancient buildings, but also to feel the spirit of the Middle Ages that reigns throughout its entire length.

You can get to the Gothic Quarter by metro on line L3 to Liceu, Drassanes station, or to Jaume I station on line L4. Buses No. 14, No. 17, No. 19, No. 40, No. 45 and No. 59 also go to this area.

La Rambla - a landmark of Barcelona

The most famous and beloved street in Barcelona by tourists is La Rambla. Starting from Plaza Catalunya, this 1.2 km long pedestrian street leads to the embankment itself, where it ends at the column of the Christopher Columbus monument.

You can stroll leisurely along La Rambla, enjoying its multifaceted and varied life. There are many cafes, souvenir and flower shops located in unique buildings. And an incredible number of street actors, mimes, musicians and artists give it a special spirit and uniqueness.

Almost every tourist considers it his duty to stroll along La Rambla, comfortably planted with beautiful trees and shrubs. And if you want to come back here again, then, according to an old legend, you just need to drink water from the Canaletas fountain.
You can get here by metro on line 3, reaching Liceu, Drassanes and Catalunya stations.

The Picasso Museum is a cultural landmark of Barcelona

The museum of the world-famous artist, located on Moncada Street, was founded in 1963. The collection of the master's works in this museum numbers 3,800 copies, 1,000 of which belong to works of the early period.

In addition to paintings, here you can see the master’s products made from ceramics. The museum also has halls dedicated to events in the life of the great artist.

You can get to the museum by metro line 4 to Jaume station, line 1 to Arc de Triomf station and line 3 to Liceu station.
It is located at Calle Montcada 15-23, 08003 Barcelona
The museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday to Sunday from 9 to 19 hours, on Thursdays until 21.30. The museum is closed on January 1, May 1, June 24, and December 25 and 26.
The museum can be visited for free on the first Sunday of every month, and admission is also free on any Sunday after 3 p.m. A visit to the museum and temporary exhibition will cost 14 euros, and to visit only the temporary exhibition costs 6.50 euros.

Casa Mila is a famous architectural landmark

This unique structure was the last work of the most brilliant of architects, Antonio Gaudi. The wavy lines of the house make it look like a magical fortress, a stone cliff, or a mysterious forest.

This building has no load-bearing or supporting walls, and all floors are supported by columns. The owner can move the partitions that exist inside this residential building as he pleases. And the special internal ventilation system is so carefully thought out that residents do not need air conditioning at all.

You can get to Casa Mila by metro lines 3 and 5 to Diagonal station.
The house is located at Passage de Garcia 92.
Visitors are welcome here every day from 9 to 20 hours from March to October. From November to February the house can be visited from 9 to 18.30. The museum is closed on December 25th.
Children under 6 years old enter free of charge, but children from 7 to 12 years old need to purchase a ticket costing 11.25 euros. The ticket price for an adult is 19.5 euros.

The Barcelona Aquarium is one of the largest such institutions in Europe. It consists of 35 different sections, which contain about 11,000 fish specimens belonging to 450 species.

The 80-meter-long glass tunnel built under the pool is also noteworthy. A walk along it allows you to feel like an underwater traveler. Here you have the opportunity to get a good look at underwater vegetation, stones, and, of course, various fish of incredible beauty and color.

The aquarium is located at Moll d’Espanya del Port Vell, s/n – 08039.
You can get there by metro line 3 to Drassanes station, and also by line 4 to Barceloneta station.
from Monday to Friday from 9.30 to 21 hours, on holidays and weekends from 9.30 to 21.30. In June and September the aquarium is open until 21.30, and in July and August - until 23.00.
An adult ticket costs 20 euros, children 5-10 years old and people over 60 years old will cost 15 euros.

Columbus Monument

Monument to Christopher Columbus on the coast of Barcelona

It is no coincidence that the monument to the great navigator was erected on the shores of Barcelona, because it was here that Christopher Columbus completed his most important voyage in his life. The weight of the structure, installed in 1888, is 205 tons, and its height reaches 60 meters.

The monument consists of three parts. This is a round base, an octagon-shaped pedestal and a Corinthian column with a statue of Columbus, the height of which is just over seven meters. The hand of the statue is directed towards the new land discovered by the navigator, and inside it there is an elevator that can lift those who wish to a height of 60 meters to visit the observation deck.

The monument is located at the point where the Ramblas ends and the old port area begins.
You can get to the attraction by metro - this is Drassanes station (on the third line).

Casa Batllo - the work of Antoni Gaudi

The unusual, unique and amazing Casa Batllo is another creation of the hands of Antoni Gaudi. There are absolutely no straight lines in the architecture of this building. The silhouette of the roof ridge of this house resembles the back of a dragon, and the tiles of different colors are similar to scales sparkling in the sun. The round tower, with a sharp top and a St. George's cross, resembles a spear with which the beast was pierced. The balconies of Casa Batlló can be compared to skulls, and the columns to bones. That is why local residents gave this building a different name - the House of Bones.

Casa Batlló is not only one of Barcelona's most famous landmarks, but also a national monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Attraction location: Barcelona, Passeig de Gracia 43.
You can get to Casa Batllo by metro line 3 (Passeig de Gracia station).
Opening hours: daily from 9 to 21 o'clock.
Cost: children under 7 years old admission is free, from 7 to 18 years old - 18.5 euros, adults - 21.5. An audio guide is included in the ticket price.

This incredibly beautiful building, made in the Gothic style, is the main cathedral of the city. This means that this is where the residence of the archbishop is located. The sharp peaks of the cathedral reach into the sky and are clearly visible from all parts of the quarter. The outer side of the building is decorated with many images of various saints, and the facade is decorated with amazing lace carvings. On the roof of the structure you can see a wide variety of animals, both real and mythical.

The interior of the cathedral is decorated with many carvings, frescoes and works of art, which are placed near the altar. Undoubtedly, this spectacle deserves the close attention of every tourist who decides to visit Barcelona.

Attraction address: Pla Seu, Barcelona, 08002.
You can get there by metro line 4 (Jaume I station).
Opening hours: on weekdays from 8 to 12.45, and also from 17.15 to 19.30. On holidays and weekends: from 8 to 13.45 and from 17.15 to 20. Tourist visits are provided on weekdays from 13:00 to 17:00, and on holidays and weekends - from 14:00 to 17:00.
The cost is 6 euros.

Spanish village

Spanish Village - an open-air museum

The Spanish village is represented by an open-air museum located in the upper part of the city. Here you can see 117 examples of buildings located in different regions of the country. Some of the structures are presented in full size, while others are shown in reduced size.

The houses of the Spanish village are located around the Main Square (Plaza Mayor). They contain various craft workshops, testifying to all the activities for which Spanish craftsmen have been famous throughout the centuries. These are items made of textiles, leather, ceramics, glass and much more.

There is also a flamenco theater, as well as several restaurants. The main goal pursued by the creators of this museum is to give tourists and local residents the opportunity to get acquainted with the cultural and everyday heritage of Spain, its architecture and crafts in one place.

Attraction address: Av. de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia, 13 08038 Barcelona
You can take the metro to Espanya station (first and third lines).
Opening hours: on Mondays - from 9 to 20 hours, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays - from 9 to 24 hours. On Friday you can get to the village from 9 to 3 o’clock, and on Saturday from 9 to 4 o’clock.
Cost: children under 12 years old – 6.25 euros, adults – 11 euros. Discounts are available for families and students.

In terms of height, this 142-meter structure ranks third in Barcelona. During the day, the tower surprises tourists with its unusual shape, and at night it fascinates with its beautiful bright lighting. If you take a closer look at the building, you will notice that its windows are not arranged in an orderly manner, but chaotically.

The fact is that the location of the windows was selected using a computer program, after which unique architectural techniques were developed for each floor. 59,619 glass plates are used in the design of the tower. To create colorful lighting for the structure, 4,500 LED lamps were installed in it.

Attraction address: AvingudaDiagonal 209-211, 08018 Barcelona
You can get there by trams (T4, T5), buses (7, 56, 60, 92.192), or by metro line 1 to Glories station.
The tower is closed to the public; tourists can only enter its lobby.
The tower illumination is open daily from 19:00 to 23:00 in winter, and from 21:00 to 24:00 in summer (from March 28 to October 31).

Montjuic is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Barcelona. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, the Montjuic hill, which means “Jewish mountain”, is replete with all sorts of parks, museums, buildings - everything that is interesting to any tourist. Here you can see the famous Magic Fountains, visit the Spanish Village, see the Joan Miró Foundation Museum and much more.

Another reason to climb Montjuic Hill is to enjoy the wonderful view of the city.

This hill is also an important part of the history of the city, because the Montjuic fortress was of great importance for the defense of Barcelona.

The castle was built in 1640, and in the mid-18th century it was completely reconstructed under the leadership of Juan Martino Cermeño. At the very end of the 18th century, many large-scale fortification works were carried out in the fortress, after which the building acquired its modern appearance.

While the Frankish regime reigned in the country, many sociologists and politicians of Catalonia were shot in the Montjuic fortress, including Lewis Companys. This is the former president of the country, whose execution took place in October 1940. Until the 60s of the 20th century, the fort was used as a military prison, and then the Weapons Museum opened there.

You can get to the hill by tourist bus or by metro along the first and third lines (Plaza Espany station).

The Palace of Catalan Music is a concert hall of incredible beauty, built in the Art Nouveau style. Its opening took place in the winter of 1908. This building is perhaps the only one in all of Europe that has a hall with natural light.

The outlines of the building consist of soft curved lines, which are much more numerous than straight ones. The façade of the building harmoniously combines several different styles. Here tourists can see figures of famous composers such as Ludwig and Beethoven, Richard Wagner, Johann Sebastian Bach and many others.

But the most unique part of this palace is the concert hall, which amazes with the beauty of its ceiling. The fact is that the ceiling of the hall is a glass dome made of mosaics of different colors. This solution allows this huge room to be illuminated naturally throughout the day.

The Palace of Catalan Music is attractive not only for connoisseurs of musical art. It is also an important landmark, which without exaggeration can be called the pearl of modernist Barcelona.

Palace address: Sant Pere Més Alt, Barcelona.
You can get to it by buses (17, 19, 40, 45), or by metro along lines 1 and 4 (Urquinaona station).
Attraction opening hours: daily from 10 to 15.30. In August and Easter week - from 10 to 18 o'clock.
Cost: adults – 18 euros, students – 11 euros.

There are many more attractions in Barcelona than are described in this article, because interesting places are found here at every step.

Friends, greetings! The holiday season is starting and many are dreaming of a trip to Barcelona. Many people dream, and some are already planning their holiday on the Mediterranean Sea and figuring out what to visit in Barcelona. There are so many wonderful things in this city! And in order to consider it in a few days, you need to at least roughly know which places to visit first.

Barcelona is special in that this city has entire areas of attractions located in different areas. It is not enough to see some famous object. You need to go or go to a certain place and see many, many things there. Therefore, I would now like to briefly introduce five places filled with attractions that made the strongest impression on me.

My TOP 5 - what to see in Barcelona:

Park Guell
Tibidabo Hill
Sights of Montjuic Hill
Gothic Quarter
Rambla and Barcelona promenade

Each of the listed places is not a single object, but a whole bunch of attractions, which will take at least three to four hours to get to know. Unless you are going to run, take a look, run away))) With this tactic, you can allocate an hour for each top quarter. But is it necessary to visit it at all?..

Seriously, set aside half a day to visit one planned place, given that you still need to get to it. These are completely real recommendations based on our own experience. And don’t believe anyone who says that you can visit everything in Barcelona in one day. It’s impossible to even look at all of the above in one day, let alone take a thorough look.

So, I will present all the declared places with a brief description and recommendations on how to get to them. Although information on how to get there depends on where you will be initially in Barcelona...

Park Guell

Park Güell is one of the main projects of Antoni Gaudi. The architect developed the structure of the park; according to his sketches, the main entrance, a system of stairs and viaducts in the park were created.

As a result, Barcelona received a beautiful park, which spreads out on multi-level natural terraces.

The entire park area consists of two parts. Spacious green area with fantastic viaducts and paths winding along the slopes. And a very spectacular central part, filled with unique architectural elements. There is a grand staircase with colorful fountains in the form of lizards and snakes, an open columned hall with Catalan mosaic vaults, and a 100-meter ribbon bench decorated with mosaics.

You will find all the details about Park Güell, and I will tell you that most of the park is freely accessible, and only tickets will be needed to visit its central part. Cost – 8 € (price 2015). The park is open from 10 a.m. to 6 or 7 p.m., depending on the season.

How to get there:

Metro - line L3, Vallcarca station; further along the alleys approach the western entrance.
Bus Turistic, get off at the appropriate stop and walk 300 meters to the main entrance.
For lovers of walking: from Plaza Catalunya, follow the Bus Turistic blue line to Sant Joan Boulevard, then up the boulevard and along the side streets to the main entrance. The walk takes 40 minutes.

Tibidabo Hill

Tibidabo is the most distant area of attractions from the center. It is good for its excellent views of Barcelona, its amusement park and majestic.

The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is beautiful both for its external design and interior decoration. The cathedral consists of a lower and an upper part, both are open to the public. In order to visit the upper part of the temple, you should climb the wide stairs that are built on both sides of the entrance. Having risen, visitors find themselves on a spacious observation deck from where the whole of Barcelona is visible. There is also an entrance to the upper hall.

It is very interesting to look at Barcelona from such a height. The huge city somewhere seems to be laid out like a ruler; in its western part it runs up the hills, and in the south it approaches the very edge of the sea. And the sea merging with the sky... Beautiful!

The most famous amusement park in the city operates on Tibidabo. Anyone who needs an adrenaline rush should definitely go to Tibidabo.

Go up to Tibidabo by funicular. Therefore, a round-trip fare of 6 € with a discount and 8 € without a discount can be considered an entrance ticket to this hill. It is impossible to climb on foot, since there are no paths, and in some places the funicular line is laid over steep cliffs.

But! You still need to get to the funicular station. How?

Metro - line L7, Av.Tibidabo station, then take the Blue Tram and get to the square where the funicular is located. The blue tram is a rarity and costs 4 or 5 €. But since the tram goes around the mountain, you can walk up to the square via a short path through the park. See details in.

Get off at the appropriate Bus Turistic stop (blue line), walk along Av.Tibidabo street to the park, then climb the steep slope to the funicular station, following the numerous signs in the park.

Sights of Montjuic Hill

It attracts everyone with its entertainment and fountains. There is a musical fountain here that entertains everyone with a wonderful show in the evenings. But even during the day, everything rages and gushes here against the backdrop of the beautiful National Palace.

Behind the palace on the hill there is an ancient one, and then the descent to the sea is covered with exotic cactus gardens.

The National Palace functions as an art gallery, housing permanent exhibitions of famous artists. Be sure to go up to the palace, even if you didn’t plan to visit it, because you need to see Barcelona from this angle:

For the most tired, there are escalators.

How to get there:

From the Bus Turistic red line, you can accurately determine where to get off after seeing the National Palace.
If you get to Barcelona by train from the suburbs, you need to get off at Barcelona Sants station and walk along Tarragona Street to Plaza España.
From the embankment, use the one that stretches from the Jaume I tower to Mount Montjuic.

Gothic Quarter

The quarter is located directly in the center of Barcelona and is easier to visit. The entire quarter is penetrated by a network of cramped ancient streets, where the sun barely penetrates, and the towers of temples rise above them.

There are many streets, squares and various museums concentrated here, so there is a lot to see. The center of the Gothic quarter of Barcelona is considered to be the Cathedral of St. Eulalia, which dates back to the 13th century.

The development of Barcelona began with the Barri Gotic quarter back in the 1st century AD. You can walk around this unique corner of Barcelona all day, exploring its temples, street musicians, or visiting museums. In the Gothic Quarter you will find the Picasso Museum and the delightful Palace of Catalan Music, the Museum of History and the Museum of Inventions, and a dozen others.

How to get there:

From the southeast corner of Plaza Catalunya, dive into the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter.
From the popular La Rambla, take any of the lanes heading east.
From the embankment you can cross Columbus Avenue and find yourself on the streets of the Gothic Quarter.

Rambla and Barcelona promenade

The most popular one and the embankment are perpendicular to each other, and they are connected by a column with which Columbus proudly points the way to the sea:

These are places that are attractions in themselves, and you want to plunge into their atmosphere. Although there are many objects here that are interesting to look at. these are the royal shipyards and the port building, modern sculptures of the Face of Barcelona and the Langouste.

On the Rambla, sculptures come to life through the efforts of theater studio artists, and it is very interesting to watch them. In the middle part of the boulevard, you must walk a few meters towards the Barri Gotic quarter to find yourself on the incredibly cozy and romantic Royal Square:

On the other side of the boulevard, again a few steps away, there is the Güell Palace and the famous Boqueria market, which is able to absorb all the attention of visitors and an impressive part of their money. Many people think that the first place to visit in Barcelona is this market.

How to get there:

The Rambla begins on the south side of Plaza Catalunya... Follow it))

Almost all travelers begin their acquaintance with Barcelona from Plaza Catalunya. Some go to the Rambla, while others get in and go to see the many attractions.

Friends, I have presented a rating of the top places that, in my opinion, will best and most fully introduce Barcelona. There are, of course, much more than five, and believe me, choosing was not so easy. And how many attractions are scattered throughout the city. Just what is it worth! The Sagrada Familia is one of the main attractions that you must see:

Travelers get their first impression of the Sagrada Familia Basilica when they go to see the city on the Bus Turistic blue line. The bus route runs around the cathedral and there is an opportunity to see the appearance of the temple. Visiting and examining the dizzy ones will require separate time.

It remains to clarify the question of where to stay if you intend to spend a few days in Barcelona. I would give preference to areas close to Plaza Catalunya and Boulevard Gràcia. This is the convenient center from where you can easily get to most of Barcelona's attractions. What is not easy is to find a decent hotel in the center for a reasonable price. Having studied many options, I became interested in two 3-star hotels with the optimal combination of price and quality: Onix Rambla Hotel and Casa Consell. Look, maybe these conditions will be the most acceptable for you.

I hope, friends, that my tips will help you plan your stay in Barcelona so that you get a great idea of the city and get a delightful experience from your trip. You already know what to visit first in Barcelona. Each of these places has a separate blog article where you will find a more detailed description. To do this, just follow the links given above. I wish you an unforgettable trip to Barcelona!

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Where is the best place to relax by the sea in Spain? Coast of Catalonia! We want to tell you about our favorite places to visit in Barcelona in 1 - 3 days of your trip. We have studied routes to the sights of the city more than once and over 4 trips there we have collected tons of photos and text for you. Where to go from Barcelona for one day? We will also tell and show you about this.

You can spin endlessly on the architectural and cultural carousel of the city, but if you only have a day or three left, the routes should be clear and systematized. What to see in Barcelona in a short time, where to go and, most importantly, how to get to the must see places? Let's share our experience and feedback. The last time in May we went there for 9 whole days!

One of the main attractions of Barcelona with huge queues

1. We recommend planning breakfast at the Brunch&Cake cafe, located a 10-minute walk away from Plaza Catalunya. Address: Carrer d’Enric Granados, 19. The doors open at 9 am, so we run straight to the opening, otherwise there will be a queue. The popularity of the place does not at all spoil the quality of the breakfasts, which you can eat to your heart’s content for about 18 €, and to have the strength to go – for 10-12 € :)

2. Those “prepared” in advance can skip this point and immediately go down to the metro and take the L3 line to Lesseps station. 15 minutes on foot, following the signs, and you - in Park Guell– an iconic landmark of Barcelona. In the morning it is most comfortable here, there are few tourists, and the sun is not so hot. 17 hectares of greenery, steps up, steps down, observation platforms and Gaudí’s characteristic “gingerbread” style - exploring the park, including paid areas (8 €), will take about 1.5 hours.

3. Returning the same way to the Catalunya metro station, cross the square and find yourself on the boulevard Rambla– the main tourist street of the city. Every visitor considers it necessary to walk a distance of a kilometer to Columbus monument. And at the same time, consider all the offers from the city’s souvenir and gift industry (at inflated prices) and evaluate the activities of street performers.

4. Here on the boulevard is Boqueria market, where you should definitely look if you want to commemorate your independent exploration of Barcelona in 1 day with an excellent piece of jamon, a portion of selected spices and fresh fruit.

5. Turning off La Rambla, tourists find themselves in Gothic Quarter. This is one of the oldest districts of the Catalan capital, its historical center full of medieval architecture and chaotic streets. There are also objects located here that are not listed in the top attractions of Barcelona, but, nevertheless, are considered the main points of visiting the quarter - Cathedral of Saint Eulalia, Royal Square, Church of Santa Maria del Pi. A suitable place for lunch is the Four Cats cafe at Carrer de Montsio, 3. Gaudi and Picasso once dined here.

6. It will take about half an hour of walking to get to Sagrada Familia Cathedral. To save time, you can take the metro from Passeig de Gracia station and take the L2 line to Sagrada Familia station. If you plan to go inside, purchase your tickets online in advance as... On site you will probably find huge queues at the box office. The basic option of all available tickets costs 15 €, with an audio guide – from 24 €.

7. If your one day in Barcelona falls on Thursday - Sunday, go in the evening to Plaza de España. From Sagrada Familia - take line L2 to Universitat station, change to L1 and go to Espanya station. Starts at 21:00 Singing Fountain Show, which attracts crowds of tourists every day.

However, if you are visiting the city from Monday to Wednesday, or the start time of the show is too late, end your mini-trip with a walk along the Barceloneta promenade.

Where to eat in Barcelona in the evening? A good place is Salamanca on Calle Almirall Cervera, 34, where you can enjoy paella and sangria for dinner with a view of the sea :)

In general, you can immediately simplify your plans for the days ahead by taking a thematic excursion from the locals:

If you have not yet decided how you will get to Barcelona and are thinking about a tour, then here are 3 proven sites for online booking of tours with 24 hour support:

The price is per person when purchasing a tour for two

Barcelona in 2 days

What to see in Barcelona on day 2? Route:

House of Mila,
Casa Batllo,
Barcelona Aquarium,
Museum of Catalan Art.

Look for shrimp on Barcelona beach

Located at Diagonal metro station Mila's house. The special style of the building - in the form of waves - gives a little surrealism and the impression of mobility of the house, and the characteristic “gingerbread” top reveals the hand of Gaudi. Open to the public from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., entrance fee: €22.

Review: How tourists are deceived in Barcelona

Five hundred meters up the road was located Casa Batllo at Passeig de Gracia, 43. This is another example of the absence of any straight lines in the design of buildings by Gaudi, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You are allowed to visit from 9 am to 9 pm, having pre-paid a ticket with a minimum price of €24.5.

You can continue your route through Barcelona on foot to the largest in the European part of the world Aquarium, located on Moll d'Espanya, Port Vell. Visitors find themselves literally on the seabed, fenced off from thousands of marine inhabitants only by a glass tunnel. Well, it’s as if they didn’t come to look at strange creatures, but on the contrary :) Entrance is from 10 to 21 (depending on the time of year) and costs 20 €.
To the largest museum in Barcelona - National Museum of Art of Catalonia– you can get on the metro, reaching the Espanya station and walking through the already familiar Piazza di Spagna up to the majestically towering palace. In summer, the museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 to 20, ticket price is about 12 €. However, a free visit is also possible; more on that below.

In 2013, entrance to Park Güell was still free

Barcelona in 3 days

On day 3 in Barcelona you can see the following on your own route:

Barceloneta beach,
Mount Tibidabo,
Spanish village,
Agbar Tower,
Embankment.

Where to live these 3 days? In Barcelona, we prefer not hotels, but apartments - cheaper, more comfortable, prettier. We are looking for it on the Airbnb service. If you are a beginner, you will get a 2100 rubles discount on your first booking.

If in previous days you were unable to sunbathe on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, then this morning is the most suitable moment for swimming and sunbathing on Barceloneta beach. Of course, provided you travel in the summer :)
Entertainment in Barcelona is still plentiful on the third day. One of the most interesting is climbing the mountain Tibidabo. Here are also amusement park, opened in the 19th century, and a complex of churches Church of the Sacred Heart, and one of the best viewing points in Barcelona. Getting to the highest point is an exciting adventure. You must first get to the Av Tibidabo station on the L7 line, change to the famous Blue Tram (4€ one way), which has been running along the route for more than a century, and arrive at the Plaça del Funicular stop, from where you will be taken up by the old Barcelona funicular (7.7 €).
Returning the same way to Plaza Catalunya and taking the metro a little further to Espanya, you can get to Spanish village. This place represents Spain in miniature: the quarter contains village houses, shops, churches from every region of the country. The cost of visiting will cost approximately 11 €.

Observation platforms in Barcelona are also appreciated near the Glories metro station - here there is a 34-story skyscraper visible from everywhere Agbar Tower. Well, or the “Glowing Cucumber”, as they call it at night :) It is possible to enter for free thanks to dozens of restaurants and cafes in the building.
In the evening you can go to the nightclubs of Barcelona, lined up along the Barceloneta promenade. Or you can just walk along the sea, enjoy the end of your visit to the capital of Catalonia and at the same time plan your next obligatory trip, because Barcelona, in addition to the attractions described above, still has something to surprise you with!

Map of Barcelona with landmarks

Below is a map of Barcelona with attractions in Russian. For your convenience, we have marked the main points of the Barcelona attractions route that can be visited in 1, 2 and 3 days in different colors (blue, green and red, respectively) so that you have a rough idea of moving around the city.

Tip: if you are without the Internet, the offline maps app maps.me is a great help for navigating around the area! We personally tested it in different countries. Download a detailed map of Barcelona and transfer all route points to the application. Such an assistant, with marked streets, hotels, etc., will definitely not let you get lost :) The main thing is to do everything in advance.

Another good guide to Barcelona, combining on a map the sights of Barcelona and the metro map 2019:

In Barcelona, the metro is the most convenient form of transport, connecting all corners of the city with its network. On the above map you can see for yourself that each attraction can usually be reached by subway.

In total, the capital of Catalonia has about 180 metro stations scattered across 10 lines. They (lines) are distinguished by numbers - from L1 to L5, L9N, L9S, L10-L11 and FM. Since the metro system is integrated with the railways (connecting to the suburbs), there is a division into metro zones. All of Barcelona is included in Zone 1.

How much does the metro cost in Barcelona?
A single one-way ticket, i.e. valid for both metro and bus, costs 2.20 €. It can be purchased at stations in special machines - you won’t find people behind the window selling tickets in Barcelona :)

You can reduce the cost of travel on the Barcelona metro if you intend to actively travel around the city. For this there is a T10 ticket, which for 10.20 € provides 10 trips on any type of public transport. Several people can use one pass. The T10 ticket does not apply to the L9 metro line and AeroBus airport shuttles.

You will definitely need a Barcelona metro map on site, so it is better to print it out or download it to your phone in advance. Let us remind you that opening hours vary depending on the days of the week: Monday to Thursday 5:00-00:00, Friday and holidays 5:00-2:00, Saturday around the clock, Sunday 5:00-00:00.

Be sure to watch the sunset at Montjuïc (Plaza di Spagna)

Where to go from Barcelona?

If you have a couple of extra days left, and you have walked the city itself far and wide, then you may ask the question - where to go from Barcelona for 1 day? You don’t have to go very far for new “beach” experiences - the coasts of the Costa Brava (Lloret de Mar) and Costa Dorada, to the south and north of the capital, are rich in golden sands and clear sea waves.

But if you want something atypical... For this case, we have selected attractions near Barcelona that will definitely make you admire, and some - freeze in fear.

The most convenient way to travel around Spain is by car - you have your own company, and you don’t have to adjust to your schedule. We prefer to rent a car in advance on the Rentalcars website. The service scans the offers of all global and local rental agencies and pleases us with profitable options.

Our trip to Barcelona (Montserrat Mountain and Benedictine Monastery - July 2016)

You can ride a funicular, marvel at the unusual shape of the rocks, listen to the oldest children's choir in the world and touch the Black Madonna just 50 kilometers from Barcelona. To do this, you need to take a train from platform R5 from Espanya station to either the Aeri cable car or the Cremallera funicular. The cost including transport to the top is €21.50€ in both directions. You can save at your own risk - buy a train ticket only one way, and ride back as a hare (there are no turnstiles).

Port Aventura and Ferrari Land. In 2013 it cost 42€, in 2018 - 55€. Some of the most famous entertainment in Barcelona, these theme parks will thrill your nerves! Take, for example, the recently opened extreme slide Red Force, which will send you into a free fall from 112 meters. Our knees were giving way for a long time... But even after several trips to Barcelona, every time we come here, we still head to Port Aventura. 🙂

Favorite place Port Aventura (in 2013 it cost 42€, in 2018 - 55€)

Figueres. Where can you go from Barcelona to experience the heritage of Catalan art? To the town where Salvador Dali was born and is buried! Moreover, hundreds of tourists’ feet pass over his grave every day, because... The artist is buried under one of the rooms of the famous Dali Theater and Museum. You can get to Figueres for €20 by train from Estacio Sants station in 55 minutes or by car, covering 140 km.

This city is divided by a river into two parts from different eras - modernity and the Middle Ages. The old city has at least 5 museums, 8 temples and even Arab baths from the 12th century.

Our trip to Girona in May 2013

All in all, this is truly one of the must-see attractions near Barcelona. From Passieg de Gracia station there are trains every half hour to Girona; ticket price – 9€.

Trip to Girona for 10€

Empuriabrava. The city, dotted with water canals along which locals move sedately on boats, can be found not only in Italy. In Spain it is Empuriabrava. However, instead of gondolas, there are yachts, boats, boats belonging to the owners of villas and mansions built on pieces of land, and professional yachtsmen. To get here you need to drive to Figueres and then take a bus for 4€.

Val de Nuria. This, of course, is no longer in the “what to see in the vicinity of Barcelona” section, because... the place is perhaps closer to Andorra 🙂 However, the picturesque mountains, clear lake, clean air and overwhelming serenity contrast so much with the landscapes and atmosphere of the capital of Catalonia that the 130-kilometer journey is worth it. If you have 3 days or more, stay longer! Get there first by train on line R3 from Placa de Catalunya to Ribes de Freser, and then by funicular train to an altitude of 1950 meters. The cost of a round-trip ticket is 30 €.

Probably the most exciting adventure you can do from Barcelona! The neighboring principality welcomes all tourists with a Schengen visa in their passport. The distance from Barcelona to Andorra is about 200 km, and can be covered by car in about 3 hours. How to get from Barcelona to Andorra by public transport? Only by bus from Sants station or El Prat airport for 28–41 € one way.

To Andorra for the mountains and shopping

Barcelona Museums

Any route to the sights of Barcelona is not complete without... museums! It’s doubly nice to visit them for free, isn’t it? How to do it? 🙂

The most significant - National Museum of Art of Catalonia(Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya), which houses the collections of the former Museum of Modern Art and the Museum of Art of Catalunya. You will be able to enter for free every Saturday from 15 to 18 and the first Sunday of the month.

We went to the main museum of Catalonia (I didn’t like it)

The capital of Catalonia also cherishes the memory of another outstanding artist and sculptor. Picasso Museum in Barcelona(Museu Picasso) occupies 5 mansions, fitting perfectly into the architecture of the Gothic Quarter. Without a ticket, drop by every Sunday after 3:00 p.m.
The history of the provincial capital can be told in detail through numerous exhibits. Museum of the History of the City of Barcelona(MHCB). It is less often open to public access - only on the first Sunday of the month.

(MACBA) is for those who have a passion for futuristic exhibitions, mesmerizing art installations and sometimes blushing photographs. Free visits are available every Sunday from 15:00 to 20:00.
Well, why in Chocolate Museum in Barcelona(Museu de la Xocolata) is only allowed in without a ticket on the first Monday of the month - quite understandable. There won’t be enough chocolates that are given to all visitors at the entrance! 🙂

In general, if you give advice to tourists, then it is better to go to Spain, as well as to Barcelona in general, in order to have time to enjoy the sun, sea, steep roller coasters and attractions to the fullest.

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Barcelona is a place of attraction for millions of tourists. The snow-white beaches of Barceloneta give way to the modern skyscrapers of Les Corts, the amazing colorful houses of the Eixample give way to the old Gothic buildings of Born and Raval. At sunset, weary travelers flock to Park Güell in the Gràcia district, then descend into the city for the famous Montjuïc fountain show. The city glorified in the song of the same name performed by the great Montserrat Caballe and the inimitable Freddie Mercury. The famous singer still prefers to live here. Barcelona is Spanish and Catalan at the same time - so much is intertwined and mixed in it. This city is served with a sauce of ancient monuments, modern eclectic houses and football.

All the beauty of Barcelona can be seen in the video:

For those who want to plunge into the thick of the festive events, we advise you to plan a visit to Barcelona in September, when two major events are celebrated at once: on September 11, Catalan Independence Day and on September 24, local residents walk for several days in honor of Our Lady of Mercy, the patroness of the city. And for a leisurely and measured holiday, we recommend coming in the spring, when it is already warm, but there are still few tourists.

How to get there and navigate around the place

Photo: Barcelona Map

Spain is part of the euro zone and all prices are quoted in this currency. On average, a ticket from Moscow costs 230 euros with a transfer and 350 euros for a direct flight. Flights from St. Petersburg are much more expensive - 270 euros with a transfer and direct flights from 900 euros. Sometimes it is cheaper to buy a package tour from a travel agency and fly by charter.

Visa documents are accepted at Spanish visa centers in Moscow and St. Petersburg. Most often, a multiple visa is placed in the passport for a year or two.

There are three airports in and around Barcelona.

From El Prat there are several ways to get to the city:

From terminals 1 and 2 there are buses A1 and A2 respectively. The cost is 5.90 euros one way, 10.20 euros both ways (the ticket is valid for 15 days). Travel time is 35 minutes. They leave every 5 minutes. You can buy in advance on the website online.
In 2016, a separate metro line from the airport was launched - L9 Sud. Study the metro map in advance, because it is not always possible to immediately figure out how and where to go - the map is here http://www.barcelona-airport.com/TMB-Metro-Map.pdf The travel and regular metro tickets are not valid - you need to buy a special one for 4.50 euros.
Buses to metro stations: L46, LPR1, L77, L99, N17, N16. The ticket costs 2.15 euros. They go to different stations, sometimes they are a gateway through the airport to other areas. They run from morning to evening, except for the night N16.
Taxi is expensive, but convenient and fast.

Girona Airport is 90 kilometers from Barcelona. Low-cost airlines fly here to relieve El Prat.

To Barcelona Central Station (Estació del Nord). One way ticket – 16 euros.

Reus Airport is an hour and a half drive from the city. Bus number 50 runs from the terminal to Reus station, then by train to your destination. Or take the La Hispano Igualadina bus, which goes straight to Barcelona.

There is convenient and inexpensive public transport: metro, trams and buses.

The metro map is here - https://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/maps/barcelona-metro-map.html. The cost of the trip is 2.15 euros. T10 tickets for 10 trips are on sale for 9.95. And tourists can purchase a Barcelona Card: unlimited travel in the central zone by metro, trams and buses, discounts in museums, some restaurants and shopping centers. Options lasting from 2 to 5 days are available.

Barcelona has a huge selection of cars for rent starting from 5 euros per day.

What to see

Photo: Beautiful view of Barcelona

Barcelona is a rich and ancient city, with a lot of interesting things to do in and around it.

Must-see attractions:

The Sagrada Familia is perhaps the most famous long-term construction in the world. The great Antonio Gaudi spent 43 years building this structure. The fundamental decision was to finance the construction using only voluntary donations from parishioners. Therefore, the process continues and the end is not yet in sight.

Photo: Sagrada Familia

2. Park Guell with fantastic sculptures, houses and gardens.

Photo: Park Güell

3. Plaza Catalunya is a favorite meeting place for Barcelona residents and tourists.

Photo: Plaza Catalunya

4. Montjuic Hill is a huge area where famous museums, Olympic venues, and a well-maintained park for walking are concentrated. In the evening, a unique show of singing fountains begins.

Photo: Montjuic Hill

5. Museum of the Extraordinary Picasso - located in five ancient Gothic buildings.

Photo: Museum of the Extraordinary Picasso

6. Casa Batllo - an unusual building with bright ceramic mosaics and a roof in the shape of the curved back of a dragon.

Photo: Casa Batllo

7. Maritime Museum with large-scale models of liners, boats and ancient ships.

Photo: Maritime Museum

8. Gothic Quarter - narrow streets create a complete feeling of immersion in medieval Europe, when the guards of the Inquisition are about to appear around the bend. It’s easy to get lost in such a labyrinth.

Photo: Gothic Quarter

9. House Mila is really a residential building. They say that residents do not stay here for long due to the increased attention of tourists to this building, but the apartments are not empty for a long time. There are too many people who want to feel like special residents of Barcelona.

Photo: Dom Mila

10. Museum of Unusual Inventions – in case there aren’t enough strange buildings and monuments around.

Photo: Museum of Unusual Inventions

11. Rambla Boulevard is the visiting card of the city with a pedestrian part. There are theaters, museums, and palaces nearby. On one of the streets in this area, fans traditionally come to celebrate the victory of the Barcelona club.

Photo: Rambla

12. Rock Museum - in addition to the excellent exhibition of musical instruments, the roof of the Las Arenas shopping center offers a beautiful view.

Photo: Las Arenas Shopping Center

13. Aquarium – it presents almost all marine life from the Mediterranean Sea.

Photo: Aquarium

14. CosmoCaixa Museum - a modern interactive museum about how the Universe works. It clearly shows and tells a lot about nature and space.

Photo: CosmoCaixa Museum

15. FC Barcelona Museum - 99.99% of the city's residents support this club.

Photo: FC Barcelona Museum

Interesting surroundings:

Montserrat Monastery, hidden between the rocks. A place of pilgrimage for believers from all over the world. There are walking paths around.
The medieval city of Vik with the ruins of an ancient Roman settlement. There is a large market here on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
The famous Freixenet and Codorniu sparkling wine factories are for those who want to learn more about production technology and visit deep underground cellars.
Sau Reservoir with the flooded San Roma Church. In dry years it appears from under the water.
The towns of Cadaqués and Figueres are small and cozy; they once amazed Salvador Dali. His house-museum is also open here.
The resort town of Sitges with the most famous nightclubs. A carnival is held from late February to early March.
The volcanic region of Garrotxa is a huge park with more than 70 extinct volcanoes. Picturesque churches were erected in individual craters.
Girona is a medieval city 65 km from Barcelona with a fortress and a labyrinth of narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter. The Gothic building of the basilica has been preserved in the historical part.

The program “Heads and Tails” came to Barcelona twice - to see the sights and do some shopping, you can watch the video:

What to do

Must-dos in Barcelona:

Photo: Singing fountains

Take a walk along La Rambla – it doesn’t matter whether it’s in the morning or in the evening. It is beautiful at any time of the day.
Go to a football match at the famous Camp Nou stadium. To be in the crowd of another hundred thousand fans is an amazing feeling.
To look at the city from above - there are many observation platforms: Mount Montjuic, Collserola TV Tower, Park Güell, Agbar Tower.
Admire the beauty of the singing fountains in Piazza di Spagna.
Visit the best museums in Barcelona - the CosmoCaixa Museum, the Barcelona Club Museum, the Picasso Museum and dozens of others..
Take a break from the summer heat in Park Güell, walking through the Ciutadella Park and the Zoo.
Try the freshest seafood in local restaurants – La Paradeta (Passage de Simó, 18) and El Puma (Carrer d’Aribau, 44).
Sunbathe and swim on Barceloneta beach (by the way, they appeared only in the 1990s before the 1992 Olympics). Just without fanaticism! Don't forget sunscreen to avoid health problems.
Come to the port to the statue of Christopher Columbus and try to imagine yourself in the place of the brave navigator and discoverer. From here there is a funicular going directly to Montjuïc Mountain.
Take a trip back in time as you stroll through the Gothic Quarter and the Raval district. Particular daredevils even dare to take such a walk late at night - in pursuit of thrills.
Put on comfortable sneakers and sneakers and go out of town - enjoy the mountain views and landscapes: the Montserrat monastery, the former craters of ancient volcanoes, the small streets of the village of Sitges.
Drink Catalan wine and eat tapas in the best bars in the city - El Xampanyet (Calle Montcada, 22), El Vaso d'Oro (Calle Balboa, 6), Jai-ca (Calle Ginebra, 13).
Taste the original national Catalan dishes.
Go to one of the many concerts and performances in the city, which is a magnet for talented musicians. Every day the event schedule includes dozens of events.
Take a tourist bus on the second floor and, with a breeze in the evening or in the morning (until it’s too hot), ride around Barcelona several times and listen to an interesting audio tour about the main attractions.
Come to the Boqueria market and try to bargain - not only you, but also the seller will have fun. After all, tourists who come and buy as if in a store are completely boring!
Come to the Bolshoi Opera House "Liceu" and compare it with the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow. If you take care of your tickets in advance, you can plunge into the world of high art while watching the artists from a comfortable box.
March through the city's largest shopping centers, as well as the Encants and Fira de Nautumismo (Placa Reial) flea markets, where lucky shoppers snag antiques.
Listen to great concerts in local clubs, such as Jamboree, or dance all night at La Terrrazza (open-air) discos, Razmatazz (the main techno club in the city)

Shopping (What and where to buy)

Photo: Arabic dessert “Turron”

What do tourists bring from Barcelona:

It’s better to take jamon in vacuum packaging, because it’s not enough to just bring a leg. You also need a sharp knife that can cut the meat into thin slices.
Turron is an Arabic dessert loved by the Spaniards.
For Christmas, in Catalonia they like to make little men who relieve themselves. They are hidden in the house, and according to local beliefs, whoever finds them will have good luck in all matters throughout the year. Catalans take a humorous approach to making figurines: these can be famous modern celebrities, politicians and even religious figures. Caganers are sold at all Christmas markets and souvenir shops before the holiday.
Cheese – Catalonia prepares its own special delicious varieties. It's basically goat cheese with various additives. There is also a spicy one - Formatge d-oli amb herbes de musser. But the most popular on Catalan tables is mato cheese - a delicate goat cheese served with dried fruits, berries, jams and honey.
Shoes – Barcelona has a long tradition of making high quality shoes at reasonable prices.
Original local souvenirs - they are sold in the Spanish village on Montjuic mountain. Local artisans - glassblowers, potters, leather workers - work right in front of tourists.
Olive oil – choose the packaging carefully; you will have to carry it in your luggage.
An FC Barcelona T-shirt with your favorite player is one of your favorite souvenirs.

Photo: Souvenirs

There is a unique bus in Barcelona for all those who like to shop: the Barcelona Shopping Line. It makes stops at all major shopping centers, as well as boutique streets and souvenir spots. The ticket costs 10 euros, the bus leaves from the stops every 7 minutes. With one ticket you can travel all day, getting off the bus, making purchases, and going further along the route.

Watch the video of the Heads and Tails program about shopping in Barcelona:

There are two big sales seasons in the city: from January 7 to March 6 and from July 1 to August 31. All stores announce big discounts. Experienced shopaholics know that at the very beginning of the sales season, discounts are small - up to 20-30%, but the assortment is huge. But at the end of the season, the discounts are much more noticeable - up to 70%, but the choice is much smaller.

The capital of Catalonia is the shopping center of the region, so there are many malls and outlets:

L’Illa Diagonal (Avinguda Diagonal, 557) - a huge shopping center near the metro, low prices, large selection;
Pedralbes (Av. Diagonal, 609-615) - a modern shopping center, many European brands, as well as a large food court and even an ice skating rink;
Bulevard Rosa (Paseo de Gracia, 53) - premium brands in numerous boutiques;
El Triangle (Plaça Catalunya, 1-4) - multi-storey shopping center, modern clothing and cosmetics brands;
Maremagnum (Muelle de España, 5) - next to the port, two floors, large selection for every taste;
El Corte Ingles (Plaça de Catalunya 14) is a chain mall in the city center with a huge selection;
Glòries (Plaça de les Glòries) - convenient location, parking and more than 100 clothing and accessories stores;
La Maquinista (Paseo Potosí, 2) - a good selection of both famous brands and local brands;
Diagonal Mar (3 Avda. Diagonal) - a wide selection, convenient parking and a rooftop food court.

Photo:

In addition to modern shopping centers, the city has wonderful markets.

The most famous of them is Boqueria, which is located in the very center of Barcelona. Even if you are not going to buy anything, it is still worth coming here to at least feel this atmosphere.

On Avinguda de Francesc Cambó there is another large Santa Catarina food market.

Photo: Santa Catarina Market

Among the various street markets, the most popular is the Enkants flea market. Its history of existence goes back more than seven hundred years. This is the oldest surviving market in Europe. He works at Av. Meridiana, 69 4 days a week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

Prices

In Barcelona, all prices are quoted in euros. The euro to ruble exchange rate is 1 to 63. According to tourists, it is best to exchange rubles for euros before traveling. Bank cards are accepted almost everywhere.

The average bill for a business lunch with a fixed menu (menu del dia) in an inexpensive establishment is 10-15 euros.

For 20-30 euros you can have dinner with alcohol in a decent restaurant.

Bread – 0.70 euros

Chicken 1 kg – 4 euros

Tomatoes – 1.5 euros

Milk – 0.8 euros

Prices for museum tickets range from 4 to 15 euros per person.

Souvenirs (plates, magnets) cost from 1 euro.

A taxi ride costs an average of 7 euros, depending on the distance.

Average budget for visiting Barcelona per person per day (accommodation, transport, food and tickets to museums and attractions): 100-120 euros.

Where to live

Photo: Room at Hotel Medium Prisma

The area of residence should be chosen in accordance with priorities. If you want to see the city first, then you should choose hotels closer to the attractions. According to tourists, the most convenient areas for living are Raval, Born, Eixample, Barceloneta and the Gothic Quarter.

Top 5 inexpensive hotels according to tourist reviews:

Bonanova (Bisbe Sivilla, 7) – an ideal combination of price and quality, close to restaurants, supermarkets, bus stops and a metro station.
Hotel Lloret Ramblas (Rambla Canaletes 125) – literally two minutes from the central pedestrian street of Barcelona. Delicious breakfasts, cozy rooms.
Amrey Sant Pau (173 Sant Antoni Maria Claret) is a small hotel a short distance from the center. Spacious rooms, excellent views from the windows, good transport accessibility.
Hotel Medium Prisma (Josep Tarradellas 119-121) – comfortable accommodation 10 minutes from attractions. Hearty breakfasts, modern equipment in the rooms.
SmartRoom Barcelona (56 Carrer Olzinelles) – minimalist but comfortable rooms. There are many cafes and restaurants nearby. The sea is within walking distance.

A 3 star hotel room costs about 50 euros per person. Hostels and 2-star hotels offer accommodation for about 35 euros per person.

It’s better this way - If you need it very inexpensively, you can spend the night in hostels, on average 20 euros. The best hostels in Barcelona according to tourist reviews:

Hostelscat BCN (C/ Panissars, 5)
INOUT Hostel (Major del Rectoret, 2)
Hola Hostal Eixample (149 Carrer de Napols)
Barcelona Central Garden Hostel (Roger de Lluria 41)
Alberguinn Sants Youth Hostel (C/ Melcior de Palau 70-74)

For a large group, it is more profitable to rent an apartment: per day per person from 20-30 euros.

Travel plan, tours for 1-3-7 days

We have prepared a detailed plan for visiting the attractions in Barcelona:

Day	Morning	Dinner	Evening
1	Sagrada Familia Temple, observation deck, park nearby	Along Diagonal Avenue to Plaza Juan Carlos I. Art Gallery. Walk to Casa Mila, then Casa Batllo, to Plaza Catalunya	Arc de Triomphe, Grand Cascade Fountain, walk along the sea past the yacht club, casino.
2		Zoological Park	Museum of the History of Catalonia
3	Plaza Catalunya, Museum of Modern Art, Boqueria Market, Grand Theater Liceu, Palacio Güell	Narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, Roman Gate Torres Romanes, Gallery of Modern Art (Villa del Arte Galleries) in an ancient building	Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia, Barcelona History Museum, Saint James Square, Cannabis Museum
4	Go for the whole day to Mount Montjuic, visit the Olympic Stadium, see the lighthouse	Olympic Museum, Montjuic Fortress, Spanish Village	Magic fountain of Montjuic
5	Montserrat Monastery in the mountains or the town of Sitges or Fegaras		Oceanarium
6	Enkants flea market	Shopping centers	Attending a match at the Camp Nou stadium
7	Relax by the sea		Concert at the Palace of Catalan Music

What and where to eat

Photo: Seafood

In Spain, delicious food is available at every turn. But Catalan cuisine in Barcelona is somewhat different. How to understand all this diversity?

Top 5 most delicious dishes:

Botifarra – raw meat sausages with spices. Most often it is eaten without heat treatment. There is a leaner white butifarra or a black one with pork blood. According to travelers' reviews, the most delicious butifarra is served in the Pork Boig Per Tu cafe (Carrer del Consolat de Mar, 15).
Escudella is a stew made from potatoes, beans, meat and cabbage. Be careful: this is a 3-in-1 meal: broth, meat and vegetables. The best escudella is prepared at the Terra d’Escudella restaurant (Premia 20, baixos).
Fideua is a Barcelona version of paella, but instead of rice they add small noodles. Contains vegetables and chicken or seafood. All visitors to the restaurant 7 Portes (Passeig Isabel II 14 | Pla del Palau) are delighted with the local preparation of this famous dish.
Empedrat is a traditional Catalan cold salad that, in addition to fresh vegetables, includes salted cod. Before serving, it is additionally placed in the refrigerator, which is very nice on a hot summer day. The restaurant Casa Isabel (Passeig Garcia Faria 69) has perhaps the most delicious salad in the whole city.
Suquet de peix is one of the most popular fish dishes in Barcelona. This is a succulent stew of fish and seafood with potatoes, tomato and a few cloves of garlic. When cooking, add the freshest fish, preferably the morning catch. The El Grao restaurant (Plaza Del Mar | Numero 6) is always full of people who want to try this dish.

Some establishments offer a buffet with unlimited meals for 10-15 euros per person - these are the chains WOK, Fresc&Co, Lactuca, Pans company, Dao Kaitensushi, El Puma.

Best excursions according to reviews

There are a lot of excursions in Barcelona, and we tried to select the most interesting ones based on reviews from experienced travelers:

Art Nouveau and Gothic: two faces of Barcelona - the guide will give you the opportunity to see medieval buildings next to the most modern skyscrapers, guide you through narrow streets and lead you to wide squares. Participants of the excursion will learn about the most mysterious legends of the city.
Secrets of Masonic Barcelona - this secret but powerful society hides many secrets and secrets. But professional historians have learned to read Masonic symbols and unravel hidden messages. Tourists will be very surprised to find out how many of them are around us in Barcelona.
Helicopter flight over the city. You will be able to cover it entirely during an air excursion. Only a select few get to see Barcelona from a bird's eye view. The most famous sights will be seen from a completely different perspective.
The “Legends of Barcelona” quest is an ideal way to get to know Barcelona and get to know it on a first-name basis for those who don’t like to leisurely follow a guide and listen to stories. Here you can become an active participant in the events yourself. During the excursion you will have the opportunity to solve riddles and get to the most mystical places of the city.
The night face of Barcelona is a large and dynamic city, where life just begins after dark. And it is no less interesting and exciting than in the light of the sun.
Get a taste of Barcelona: walk with a guide to the best establishments, learn how to eat cheese and jamon correctly, and even distinguish high-quality olive oil.

This video will help you appreciate the beauty of Barcelona once again:

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Cathedral of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

Millions of travelers visit the capital of Catalonia every year. Perhaps this is an even more popular destination than visiting the capital of Spain, Madrid. What makes Barcelona so attractive?

Barcelona cannot be confused with any other city in the world. This is a real anthill with a vibrant nightlife and the hospitality of the locals. You can always have a fun and carefree time here. Incomparable food and the national drink sangria will make your stay in the city even more vivid and unforgettable. But don’t think that a trip to Barcelona is only for nightlife lovers.

It’s not for nothing that Barcelona is called the cultural capital of Spain. The city is rich in historical sights and unique architectural monuments. The greatest genius, Antonio Gaudi, made a great contribution to the architectural appearance of Barcelona. He left his amazing masterpieces as a legacy to his descendants: the Sagrada Familia, the Palace and Park Güell, the College of the Order of Saint Teresa and others.

So, what to see first in Barcelona.

What interesting things to see in Barcelona

If you are visiting Barcelona for the first time, you should start your acquaintance with the city with the immortal creations of Gaudi. They have long become the hallmark of the capital of Catalonia. And many are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Temple of the Holy Family (Sagrada Familia)

This is one of the main attractions of Barcelona, built according to the design of Antoni Gaudi. The construction of the temple has not yet been completed, but the cathedral has already been consecrated by the Pope, which made it possible to begin holding daily services. The construction of the temple is carried out only with donations from parishioners and visitors who massively visit the Cathedral of the Holy Family. Completion of construction is planned in eight years. The cathedral is unlike any other famous temple in the world. Outwardly, it resembles either an enchanted forest, or a castle on the sand, or maybe a fairy-tale gingerbread house. No wonder Salvador Dali spoke of the cathedral as terribly “edible”. Gaudi based the design of his masterpiece on geometrically verified figures: helicoid, hyperboloid. According to the author's idea, the cathedral will be decorated with eighteen spiers, eight of them have already been built. The tallest spire is the personification of Jesus Christ, the remaining twelve belong to the apostles, four more to the evangelists Mark, Luke, John and Matthew, and the last remaining one belongs to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Inside the temple, visitors will find a whole fairy-tale forest of openwork columns, a star-shaped ceiling, and unique stained glass windows. The play of chiaroscuro creates a unique colored mosaic pattern throughout the interior of the cathedral. The Sagrada Familia is the first place to see in Barcelona.

House Mila

Another landmark of the city, created thanks to the architect Antonio Gaudi. This is a residential building where ordinary Catalan families still live. There are no straight lines in the external façade; there are waves and zigzags everywhere. The house is designed in such a way that every room is filled with light. Inside the house, the entire load is distributed between the load-bearing columns, this allows any redevelopment of the room: moving, demolishing, moving walls. Gaudi came up with a unique ventilation system that creates comfortable living conditions. There is a café in the building, where you should definitely stop by for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.

Casa Batllo

Casa Batllo is located in the heart of Barcelona. It is impossible not to notice it, its appearance is so different from all other buildings. The humpbacked roof, similar to a frozen outlandish dragon, the curved outlines of the facade and balconies, light splashes of ceramics, chimneys - the signature style of Antoni Gaudi can be read in everything. The inside of the house is no less interesting - there are amazing decorative elements here: for example, a chandelier in the shape of a sun, a staircase in the shape of a shell. Playing with chiaroscuro creates a beautiful pattern in the patio.

National Museum of Art of Catalonia

At the foot of Montjuic Mountain in the National Palace there is a museum building. Directly in front of it rise four Ionic columns, as a symbol of Catalonia. The columns are adjacent to a wonderful fountain that attracts visitors with a night show. The museum's observation deck offers one of the most memorable views of the city. The museum displays the most complete collection of Romanesque art. The works of Velázquez and El Greco form the basis of Renaissance art. In addition, there is a wonderful collection of all kinds of coins and banknotes, as well as sculptures, frescoes, and ceramics.

Cathedral of the Holy Cross

In the very center of the Gothic Quarter, a magnificent cathedral was built, its second name is the Cathedral of St. Eulalia, whose relics rest under the Gothic vault of the temple. This saint is revered in both Catholicism and Orthodoxy. This is also the Barcelona Cathedral. The cathedral was built in the Gothic style, and its main facade is decorated with a beautiful portal. The openwork spiers of the cathedral towers give it a majestic appearance. Another relic that is kept in this place is a statue of Christ, taken from a ship that took part in the Battle of Lepanto.

Barcelona Aquarium

This is the largest aquarium in Europe. Several thousand representatives of the deep sea live here. The main goal is to inform visitors about the need to take care of nature and its inhabitants, as well as maintain harmony between humans and marine inhabitants. The aquarium features several ecosystems, ranging from the Great Barrier Reef to underwater caves. Everyone is attracted by the huge oceanarium, where sharks swim majestically. There is a long tunnel underneath, which allows you to find yourself at the bottom of the sea.

What to see in Barcelona

The answer to this question depends on the number of days allocated for sightseeing in Barcelona. It takes at least a week to get acquainted with most of them. If you don’t have much time, then you should focus on the most important ones.

Mount Montjuic

Montjuic Mountain is home to several popular corners of the city. Firstly, the Royal Botanical Garden is located here. On the territory of the garden there are artificial streams, waterfalls, and a lake. It's nice to stroll here on a hot day and enjoy the beautiful flora that abounds here. The second garden laid out on the mountain is the Cactus Park. Representatives of the thorny family grow here in free conditions and amaze with their shapes and sizes. Here are presented cacti from the smallest to the largest.

Secondly, the famous Singing Fountains show takes place at the foot of Montjuic Mountain. To the beautiful musical accompaniment, streams of water, illuminated by multi-colored reflections, dance in the literal sense of the word. The spectacle, which takes place in the evenings, is very popular among tourists and local residents. This show is worth seeing with your own eyes.

Ramblas

This street has the same significance for Catalans as Old Arbat does for Muscovites. The Ramblas are completely pedestrian. There are souvenir shops, shops and cafes here. Artists perform on the streets: magicians, jugglers, painters, musicians. For a small fee you can take a photo with the “living statue”. Here you can spend a pleasant time in the shade of green plane trees, enjoying the special local flavor.

Boqueria Market

From the Ramblas it is worth going to the Boqueria market. It has long become the calling card of the city and a tourist Mecca. Growing from a small rural market, today the Boqueria market occupies 2500 sq.m. Here you can buy sanctioned jamon, real Spanish sausages, fresh seafood (oysters, shrimp, fish, squid, octopus, tuna), fruits and vegetables. The fruit is often sold in the form of ready-made smoothies or cut into slices. So many tourists come here that at one point organized tour groups were banned from entering the market. You can understand the traders; many come here to look, not to buy.

Mount Tibidabo

This is the best observation deck in Barcelona and the highest point on the city map. To get to the top, you can use an old funicular, and for the most resilient, you can climb on foot. People come here not only for the beautiful view, but also for the rides. The Ferris wheel, free fall tower and roller coaster will appeal to both adults and children. At the top of the mountain stands the snow-white Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Instead of a spire, there is a statue of Christ with outstretched arms, as if embracing the entire city. The figure of the Savior resembles a famous statue located in Brazil.

Triumphal Arch

There are triumphal arches in many European cities; they were installed in honor of significant events and military victories. So in Moscow the Arc de Triomphe appeared in honor of the victory in the Patriotic War of 1812. In the capital of Catalonia, it was built for the opening of the World Exhibition. It was built of red brick and decorated with sculptures along the perimeter. The entire structure is crowned by an exhibition depicting the coats of arms of all Spanish provinces. There are beautiful bas-reliefs on the facades.

Camp Nou Stadium

This is an iconic stadium that has become the home of FC Barça. This is the most titled club in Spain in terms of the total number of awards. In addition, they own a number of football records, some of which have not yet been broken. When Barça plays in their home stadium, tickets are almost impossible to get, but if you manage to do so, you will see the hundred-thousand-strong Camp Nou arena cheering for their team. You can also visit the museum at the stadium, admire the trophy exhibits and buy yourself a T-shirt of your favorite club. The stadium tour is not available on or immediately prior to match days. All current information can be found on the official website of the Camp Nou stadium.

Park Guell

The end of your acquaintance with the creative heritage of Antoni Gaudi can be Park Güell. Many people come to these places to admire the breathtaking panorama of the city from the main terrace of the park. From the obligatory program: sit on a snake bench, admire the fountains and sculptures, walk through the colonnade, admire the unique mosaic. There is never too much Antoni Gaudi, so after the park, if possible, visit his house-museum, where he lived for twenty years from 1906 to 1926.

What to see as a tourist in Barcelona

The excursion program in the city is rich, where everyone can choose an interesting direction. Of course, there are places intended for independent exploration and do not require a guide. However, to visit some of Barcelona's attractions, it is better to take the help of a professional.

Monastery of Montserrat

The strangely shaped mountain of Montserrat is located outside of Barcelona. To get here it is best to take a tour. This will help save both money and time. Montserrat has been a protected area since 1987, with several hiking trails to explore the local flora and fauna. But the main pearl of Montserrat is its unique ancient monastery. The monastery is located almost at the very top of the mountain among high steep walls. There are many caves in the surrounding area; they often served as a hiding place for monastery treasures. Pilgrims flock here to see the statue of the Black Madonna, who gives the joy of motherhood to believers. Depending on the excursion program there is different content. It is worth choosing a tour that not only includes a tour of the monastery, but also includes a tasting. Monks have long been involved in the production of liqueurs and goat cheese. At the tasting you can not only try natural products, but also purchase them, which is much more important.

Picasso Museum

The capital of Catalonia is inextricably linked with the activities of the great Pablo Picasso. To better learn about the work and life of the genius, take a tour and visit the artist’s favorite places in the city. Most of the excursions include visits to such iconic places as Picasso's first working studio, his first home, as well as the famous 4 Gatos restaurant, where you can stop for coffee. And ends with a visit to the Picasso Museum. Inside you will find not only paintings, but also ceramics, engravings, and photographs. Most of the works date back to Picasso's early period, and there are even his childhood pencil sketches. The later works of the Cubist genius are also presented in the museum, but in a smaller volume. The museum contains practically no information about the personal life of the genius, so if you choose to visit only the museum on your own, you will not learn many interesting facts.

Gothic Quarter

A walk through the Gothic Quarter is an immersive experience from the Roman period through the Middle Ages to modern times. Of course, you can take a walk in the Gothic Quarter on your own, but then you will most likely miss the significant attractions of the area.

The Gothic Quarter is part of the medieval city, which dates mainly from the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. Most of the block is pedestrian and not intended for traffic. In addition to medieval buildings, Roman buildings have also been preserved here, for example, the remains of a fortress wall and ruins of the palace of Octavian Augustus.

The heart of the Gothic Quarter became Cathedral of the Holy Cross. This is the second most beautiful temple in the city. Most of the postcards sold with the caption “Gothic Quarter” show off the Bridge of Sighs or Kissing Bridge. The beautiful lace bridge was created by Gaudí's colleague, architect G. Rubio.

The richest area before the Reconquista was considered Jewish Quarter. Its remains are perfectly preserved and today testify to its former greatness and wealth. The synagogue and Rabbi's House are at the center of the Jewish community. There is also a museum where you can go for tastings and lectures on ancient Jewish history.

Another gem of Gothic art is presented Church of Santa Maria del Pi. On the site where the modern building is located, the first church appeared in the fifth century. The existing cathedral building appeared in the fourteenth century. During its history, the temple has experienced many tragic moments: several earthquakes, fires, and the Spanish Civil War. But the Catalans always restored it.

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Cathedral of the Sagrada Familia, (Cathedral of the Holy Family)

Park Guell

Singing fountain

Columbus Monument

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Park Guell

Tibidabo Hill

Sights of Montjuic Hill

Gothic Quarter

Rambla and Barcelona promenade

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What interesting things to see in Barcelona

Temple of the Holy Family (Sagrada Familia)

House Mila

Casa Batllo

National Museum of Art of Catalonia

Cathedral of the Holy Cross

Barcelona Aquarium

What to see in Barcelona

Mount Montjuic

Ramblas

Boqueria Market

Mount Tibidabo

Triumphal Arch

Camp Nou Stadium

Park Guell

What to see as a tourist in Barcelona

Monastery of Montserrat

Picasso Museum

Gothic Quarter

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