Barcelona city breaks

Welcome to the ultimate city by the sea. Prepare to be wowed by the genius of Gaudí at La Sagrada Familia, explore the epic waterfront and get lost among the city’s quirky neighbourhoods. Looking for family fun? A zoo, aquarium and magic fountains should do the trick. When relaxation is on the cards, take time out around Barceloneta Beach with its cool seaside bars and restaurants. But things get even more exciting at night thanks to Barcelona’s love for dining, drinking and good times. Go tapas-tasting and cava sipping around El Born, where crowds from tiny bars spill out onto the streets. Check out the al fresco entertainment along La Rambla and swing by the odd rooftop bar for a G&T or two. That’s the buzz of Barcelona for you…

Things to do in Barcelona

A cosmopolitan melting pot

Barcelona has a wealth of historic gems, inspiring art, designer shops and a vibrant nightlife scene. You can’t help but be mesmerised by the breathtaking architecture of Gaudí dotted around – especially the Sagrada Família. The church is like something from a Brothers Grimm fairytale and is the city’s crown jewel.

A city by the beach

If the sun’s shining, take time out from the sightseeing and head to the beach. There are wide, golden sandy stretches to check out. Pop over to the neighbouring port for a brilliant selection of chic bars and seafood restaurants. You’ll find peace and quiet further along on one of Barcelona’s seven sizzling shores.

Panoramic city views

Head up the steep hill to Park Güell to enjoy more artistic works, including Gaudí’s home – it looks like somewhere Hansel and Gretel would have lived! Sports fans will go mad for Olympic Park, while the nearby cable cars offer rides up to Montjuïc for cinematic cityscape scenes.

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Barcelona, Barcelona

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La Rambla

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La Rambla is a good place to find your feet if you’re a newcomer to Barcelona. A main artery in the centre, it extends from Plaça Catalunya down to the dock and is lined with cafés, bars,...

Mercat de la Boqueria

Barcelona

Many of Barcelona’s top restaurateurs buy their produce from Mercat de la Boqueria on Las Ramblas, which should give you an idea of how good it is. Try authentic tapas, such as bacallà salat (dried salted cod)...

Museu Marítim

Barcelona

Set in the old shipyard, the Museu Marítim reminds us of a time when Spain was a seafaring superpower. You’ll find a replica of one of the world’s first submarines here, and remakes of ships throughout the...

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Spanish and Catalan

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Euro (€)

Time difference

+1hr

Local beer

£2.60

48-hour express travel card

£14.20

Meal for two

£51.80

Sightseeing

The jaw-dropping Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s brainchild, towers watchfully above the city. For another dose of local art, the Picasso Museum houses some game-changing works to gawp at. Celebrate the finest feet of Barcelona at the awesome stadium of Camp Nou, while you’ll find colourful fountains and a zoo nearby.

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Eating and drinking

The Gothic Quarter is a maze of narrow streets featuring local markets and restaurants. Tapas bars are all over, so you can enjoy dainty meals of many tasty morsels, like chorizo and frittata. Port Olímpic offers the best seafood eateries by Barceloneta Beach, plus tempting, bubbly cava and traditional Catalan wine.

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Shopping

Barcelona boasts more than 35,000 shops! As you’d imagine, that gives you an amazing amount of choice, from the famous Els Encants Flea Market and foodie fave La Boqueria to the exclusive labels of Avinguda Diagonal. Plus, the famous thoroughfare La Rambla is filled with stalls and street performers. Plaza Catalunya’s also lined with the El Corte Inglés department store.

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Getting around

The bright sunshine makes Barcelona great for walking – and it’s a great way to stumble into different neighbourhoods and experience their distinct vibes. As an alternative, the metro system’s really reliable too. Pick up the Barcelona Tourist Card and you’ll get unlimited transport plus discounted entry on many attractions. The open-top tourist bus is also handy for visiting the sights.

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A cosmopolitan melting pot

A city by the beach