About Barcelona
Barcelona is one of Spain's major cities, home to around 1,686,208 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Barcelona
1
Sagrada Familia
2
Park Guell
3
La Rambla and Boqueria Market
4
Gothic Quarter
5
Casa Batllo or Casa Mila (La Pedrera)
6
Barceloneta Beach
7
Montjuic and Magic Fountain
8
Camp Nou experience
Budget travel
Free things to do in Barcelona
Park Guell
La Rambla and Boqueria Market
Gothic Quarter
Barceloneta Beach
Montjuic and Magic Fountain
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Sagrada Familia
- Visit Park Guell
- Visit La Rambla and Boqueria Market
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Gothic Quarter
- Visit Casa Batllo or Casa Mila (La Pedrera)
- Visit Barceloneta Beach
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Montjuic and Magic Fountain
- Visit Camp Nou experience
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
La Boqueria stalls
Market food · City's great food market — locals shop early
- $$
Can Culleretes
Catalan · Oldest restaurant in Barcelona (1786)
- $$
Bar Cañete
Tapas · Standing-room tapas favourite
- $$$
Tickets Bar
Tapas · Adrià-family tapas landmark
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Hotel Casa Fuster
Gràcia · Modernista landmark on Passeig de Gràcia
- $$$$
Hotel Arts Barcelona
Barceloneta · Beachfront tower hotel
- $$$
Casa Camper Barcelona
El Raval · Design hotel with free snacks lounge
Shopping
- El Corte Inglés
- La Boqueria
In pictures
Barcelona gallery
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