Barcelona is considered one of the best known cities throughout Spain, and the target of tourists at the time when they have to choose a vacation spot. One of its main advantages is that it offers a lot of leisure activities so that we can not get bored even for a moment.
If you are thinking of taking a trip to this special place, but you are short on time, then you might want to take a look at our guide to things to do in Barcelona. Read on to discover it.
Below, we have prepared for you some of the places that you must visit if or if you come to Barcelona.
1. The Sagrada Familia
It is considered the most outstanding work of Barcelona; a very visited monument with modernist buildings that will seem to be in another time. It was designed by Antonio Gaudí. Construction began in 1882, although it is still under construction.
Very close to the place, we also find another of those buildings that we have to know if or if: the Agbar Tower. We recommend that you visit it at night when the views are much better.
2. Gothic Quarter
It is considered the oldest part of the city; a tour through narrow streets that will seem that it is a complete journey through time and another plan to add to the list of things to do in Barcelona.
One of the most characteristic places in the area is the Cathedral of Barcelona that will leave us breathless.
Nearby we can find another point of interest: the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar that you will surely remember from the book The Cathedral of the Sea as it was based on it.
3. Batlló House
Casa Batlló is located in the heart of Paseo de Gracia and will impress you from the first moment. In addition to delight you with its incredible facade, it is also advisable to access the interior and enjoy some elements such as the courtyard of lights, its undulating forms and the roof full of chimneys that will leave you with your mouth open.
To make the most of the experience it is advisable to get the official audio guide. It will allow you to go back in time to the moment when Josep Battlló commissioned the remodeling of the old house.
4. Barcelona Cathedral
The Cathedral of Barcelona (also known as La Seu) is another of the activities to do in Barcelona.
It was erected between the twelfth and fifteenth centuries on what was an old cathedral. Inside we can find very varied points of interest such as its cloister, incredible stained glass windows, the High Altar or the Crypt of Santa Eulalia.
We recommend you to take time to climb to the terrace and enjoy the best views of the city of Barcelona.
5. Las Ramblas
In Las Ramblas you can enjoy the bustle of the city in all its splendor. It is an avenue with an extension of a kilometer and a half that stretches from Plaza Cataluña to the Columbus Monument.
Here you can find the Boqueria Market, many points of sale, street artists, the Mosaic of Miró or the famous Canaletas Fountain (very famous because it celebrates the victories of Barça fans).
6. Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau
Continuing with this list of plans to do in Barcelona we also encourage you to visit this place. It is located a short distance from the Sagrada Familia and was built between 1902 and 1930 by Lluís Domènech i Montaner and son.
The visit can be a bit long, as there are many exhibitions where you can learn all about the history of the hospital. Our recommendation is to hire a guided tour, so you don't miss anything important.
7. The Born
El Born is one of the most fashionable neighborhoods in Barcelona. It is located between La Barceloneta, Gothic Quarter and Via Laietana.
Walking through this place is like taking a trip back in time to an older era: its narrow streets are narrow with cobblestones. In them you will find local stores, places to have a drink or restaurants where you can taste the best tapas in Barcelona, as well as some boutiques.
Among some of the points of interest to see and do in Barcelona in El Born we recommend you to visit the old Born Market, the Marcus Chapel, the Passeig de Bon or the Church of Sant Pere de les Puelles.
8. Palau de la Música Catalana
This modernist building was built between 1905 and 1908 and is currently used as the headquarters of the Orféo Catalá (as a curiosity, one of the concert halls has been declared a World Heritage Site, with capacity for about 2000 spectators).
We also recommend you to hire a guided tour so you don't miss anything important.
9. Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar
The Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar has already been mentioned above, but it is so important that it deserves its own section.
It was built between 1329 and 1384 and stands out for its harmonious proportions, as well as its characteristic columns.
Among some of the points of interest we highlight the Stained glass window of the Ascension, or the stained glass window of the Lavatory. In addition, it is advisable to climb to the terrace to see the center of Barcelona in all its splendor.
10. Park Güell and other parks
Park Güell is one of the best known; built by Antoni Gaudí where we can find a whole succession of buildings of impossible shapes, as well as other elements that will leave us breathless.
Another park that you must visit is the Parque de la Ciudadela, which, according to records, was the first park in the city to be built. In addition, it is very close to the urban beaches of Barcelona.
In the Tibidabo Mountain we can find the Amusement Park where we can have a great time with the whole family.
Add these plans to your list of things to do in Barcelona and you will not miss anything important.
Comments