Barcelona is a thriving city with numerous attractions and landmarks for every kind of visitor. From museums and art galleries to beaches and shopping avenues, the city has a lot going on and experiencing it all can be a challenge if you don't plan ahead. Depending on how many days you're in Barcelona for, your itinerary will include varied stops. Ideally, you can spend 3 days in Barcelona and experience everything the city boasts. If you're short on time and wondering what to do in Barcelona, we've put together 1-day and 2-day Barcelona itineraries as well.
Barcelona Itineraries
Casa Mila
Morning
Casa Batlló
Morning
Sagrada Familia
Afternoon
La Boqueria
Afternoon
Park Guell
Evening
Las Ramblas
Evening
Placa de Catalunya
Evening
Day 1
Casa Batllo
Morning
Casa Mila
Morning
Sagrada Familia
Afternoon
La Boqueria
Afternoon
Park Guell
Evening
Las Ramblas
Evening
Placa de Catalunya
Evening
Day 2
Camp Nou
Morning
Barcelona Aquarium
Afternoon
Montjuic Hill
Evening
Poble Espanyol
Evening
Gothic Quarter
Night
Day 1
Casa Mila
Morning
Casa Batllo
Morning
Sagrada Familia
Afternoon
La Boqueria
Afternoon
Park Guell
Evening
Las Ramblas
Evening
Plaça de Catalunya
Evening
Day 2
Camp Nou
Morning
Barcelona Aquarium
Afternoon
Montjuic Hill
Evening
Poble Espanyol
Evening
Gothic Quarter
Night
Day 3
National Museum of Catalunya Art
Morning
Chocolate Museum
Afternoon
Walking Tour of Barcelona
Evening
Las Golondrinas Boat Tour
Evening
Plan Your Visit to Barcelona
What are the top things to do in Barcelona?
While there's a lot to do in and around Barcelona, you simply cannot miss these experience:
- Sagrada Familia
- Park Guell
- Las Ramblas
- Gothic Quarter
- Camp Nou
What are the top places to stay in Barcelona?
If you're wondering where to stay in Barcelona, here are some of the neighborhoods we recommend:
- First-time Visitors: La Barceloneta
- Food & Architecture: Barri Gòtic
- Families: Gràcia
- Party: El Raval
- Nocturnal Tourists: El Born
What are the top day trips from Barcelona?
If you have time to spare, take a day trip from Barcelona to any of these incredible towns and villages nearby:
- Costa Brava
- Girona
- Montserrat
- Dali
- Figures
FAQs
Q. How many days should I spend in Barcelona?
A. On average, you can explore Barcelona in 2-3 days but we would recommend setting aside at least three days to properly explore the city.
Q. Which area of Barcelona is best for staying?
A. Keeping the location, safety and cost of living in mind, areas such as Placa de Catalunya, Las Ramblas and the Gothic Quarter are ideal for tourists.
Q. Is Barcelona safe at night for solo travelers?
A. Yes, Barcelona is a relatively safe place to walk around at night so long as you avoid deserted areas.
Q. What is the best time of day to visit Sagrada Familia?
A. The Sagrada Familia is the most visited tourist attraction in Barcelona and the best time to visit it is early morning from 9 am to 12 pm.
Q. Is Barcelona a walkable city?
A. Yes, Barcelona is an extremely walkable city with designated footpaths for walkers in most places.
Q. What is the city center of Barcelona called?
A. Barcelona's city center is located at Plaza Catalunya.