For us, the Gothic Quarter was one of the highlights during our time in Barcelona. The Gothic Quarter is the old city center of Barcelona. Wandering its labyrinth of narrow, cobblestoned streets will take you back in time. Go shopping at the small boutiques and pop into the small restaurants for tapas or cava. While you are here, there are two gorgeous churches to visit. The Barcelona Cathedral sits just north of the Gothic Quarter and was built between the 13th and 15th centuries.
Santa Maria del Mar is another historic cathedral to visit. As you wander through the Gothic Quarter, you will pass an almost endless number of restaurants to try. Bodega Biarritz is a tiny, popular restaurant that serves tapas heavy with meat and cheese. The Sagrada Familia, without a doubt, is a place you must visit while in Barcelona. Most people love it, but some think it is incredibly ugly. The Sagrada Familia is the most unique church we have ever visited.
The contrast between the inside and the outside of La Sagrada Familia is startling. On the outside, it looks like a sandcastle that is slowly melting into the ocean. But on the inside, it is gorgeous. There are several options for visiting Sagrada Familia. For views over the city, choose the Nativity tower and for views out to the Mediterranean choose the Passion tower.
On our visit, we chose the Passion tower. Scaffolding blocked most of our view so we never got to see the epic views that we heard such wonderful things about. Check Instagram or Trip Advisor for updated reviews of the views from these two towers. Or, read this article for more information. Tickets can only be purchased online. Website: Click here for updated hours and to purchase your tickets online in advance.
Getting Here: The closest metro stop is Sagrada Familia. A visit here lasts 1 to 1. Entry is limited to people every half hour, which sounds like a lot, but tickets can sell out early in the day. Hours: 8 am to 9 pm year round Cost: Most of the park can be visited for free.
One of our awesome readers recommended this local tapas restaurant to us and it was wonderful. Enjoying the view over Barcelona from Tibidabo and the Sagrat Cor was one of our favorite experiences.
Tibidabo is very small amusement park perched on a hillside overlooking the city of Barcelona. This is a great spot to take the kids when you need a break from sightseeing. You can purchase an all-day ticket to the amusement park expensive or pay for each ride individually.
Wherever you go in Barcelona, this church, prominently standing on top of Mount Tibidabo, can be seen. For one of the best views over Barcelona, climb the towers of the Sagrat Cor. In the Tibidabo amusement park, there is a ride called the Talaia Vantage Point. Essentially, you stand inside a large bucket that is attached to a long arm. As this arm swings up into the sky, you not only get amazing views of Barcelona, but you get this gorgeous photo of the church.
This is not a thrill ride. It moves slowly, like a Ferris Wheel. However, if you are afraid of heights, you might want to skip this ride. Overlooking the Tibidabo amusement park from the Sagrat Cor. You can see the Talaia Vantage Point ride in the center of this photo.
You can stay on top of Tibidabo and watch the sunset from here. Another great option is to watch the sunset from Alaire Terrace. For dinner, here are several recommendations:. Cerveseria Catalana , mentioned in day 1 of this itinerary. This is within walking distance of Alaire Terrace. This restaurant is so popular that reservations need to be made weeks in advance.
Delicious food at a low cost in a friendly, intimate atmosphere is what attracts people here. This restaurant is located near Tibidabo, so if you like the idea of eating here, go here after Tibidabo and then visit the Alaire Terrace rooftop bar. There are several different ways to spend your last day in Barcelona.
Rather than writing one set itinerary, here are four options on how to spend your time. These can be done in about half of a day, so pick two of your favorites and do one in the morning and one in the afternoon. With 4 to 5 hours at Montjuic Hill, you can visit several museums, take in the view from a castle, and see the Magic Fountain. This is perfect for art and museum lovers. This is the national museum of Catalunya art from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Montjuic Castle. Once a fortress and a prison, Montjuic Castle is now a municipal building and a vantage point over Barcelona. The Magic Fountain of Montjuic. This fountain puts on a display of color, water, and music several nights a week, depending on the season. Fantastic food and wine with great new friends?
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Twitter Instagram Pinterest. By Rick Steves So much to see, so little time. Barcelona in Two or More Days To better sample the city's ample charm, spread your visit over several days. Evening Choose among the evening activities listed earlier. Connecting with the Rest of Spain Located in the far northeast corner of Spain, Barcelona makes a good first or last stop for your trip.
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