Barcelona, Gaudí's city by the sea
57 activities · Spain
Barcelona, Gaudí's city by the sea
Barcelona blends architecture, beaches and neighborhood life. You go from Gaudí's curving facades to the lanes of the Gothic Quarter, then end the day on a terrace near the sea.
The Sagrada Família, Park Güell and Casa Batlló top most must-see lists. In the evening, the tapas bars of El Born and Gràcia take over.
Want a change of scenery? A trip to Montserrat from Barcelona takes you to the monastery set in the mountains, with tapas and wine on the menu depending on the option you choose.
01Activities to book
The best experiences in Barcelona
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Free cancellationBest of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Gaudi & Candy Tasting Tour
from €24.50★ 4.5
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Private tourBarcelona Airport Private Arrival Transfer
from €28★ 4.7
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Free cancellationFlamenco Show at Dalmases Palace in Barcelona
from €30★ 4.6
Selling fastFast Track: Sagrada Família Guided Tour
from €63★ 4.6
Top pickBarcelona Highlights Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick Up
from €79.47★ 4.9
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Top pickBarcelona Old Town & Gothic Quarter Small Group Tour
from €18.32★ 4.9
Top pickAll activities · Barcelona · 57
- Authentic Flamenco Show Barcelona: Intimate Casa Sors Experience
- Award-Winning Flamenco Show at Tablao Cordobes with Optional Dinner
- Balloon Ride over Catalonia with optional Pick-up from Barcelona
- Barcelona 3-hour Bike or E-Bike Tour: Highlights and Hidden Gems
- Barcelona Airport Private Arrival Transfer
- Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local
- Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Paella, Sangria & 8+ Local Tastings
- Barcelona Gothic Quarter Tapas & Taverns Food & Wine Tour
- Barcelona Highlights Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick Up
- Barcelona Interactive Spanish Cooking Experience
- Barcelona Old Town & Gothic Quarter Small Group Tour
- Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria
- Barcelona Private Sailing with Open Bar & Tapas (max 9)
- Barcelona Sagrada Familia Guided Visit with Optional Extras
- Barcelona Sailing: Light Snacks & Open Bar with Private Option
- Barcelona Shared Sensational Sunset Tour with Open Bar & Tapas
- Barcelona Tapas Walking Tour: Food, Wine & History
- Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience: Small-Group Walking Tour
- Barcelona in 1 Day: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Old Town & Pickup
- Barcelona: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tapas and Wine
- Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Priority Access & Guided Tour
- Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Skip-the-Line Guided Tour and Tickets
- Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic Quarter Tour
- Barcelona: Skip-the-Line Gaudi's Park Guell Guided Tour
- Best of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Gaudi & Candy Tasting Tour
- Best of Barcelona: Small Group Tour with Hotel/ Port Pick up
- Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona
- Fast Track: Sagrada Família Guided Tour
- Flamenco Night at Tablao de Carmen with Dinner or Tasting Menu
- Flamenco Show at Dalmases Palace in Barcelona
- From Barcelona: Half-Day Montserrat, Tapas & Wine Tour
- Girona & Costa Brava Small-Group Tour with Pickup from Barcelona
- Girona & Dali Museum Small Group Tour with Pick-up from Barcelona
- Half-Day Montserrat Small Group Guided Tour from Barcelona
- Intimate Flamenco Show at El Duende Bar & Cocktails Barcelona
- Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch
- Montserrat Full Day Tour with Castle-Winery Lunch & Wine Tasting
- Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up
- Montserrat Private Tour with Hotel pick-up from Barcelona
- Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch
- Montserrat, Girona & Costa Brava Guided Day Trip from Barcelona
- Montserrat, Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour with Pick-up
- Park Guell and Sagrada Familia Private Tour with Hotel pick-up
- Park Güell Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Barcelona
- Park Güell Skip-the-Line Guided Tour in Barcelona
- Park Güell and Sagrada Familia Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets
- Ramblas, Old Town, Gothic and Gaudi Architecture Walking Tour
- Sagrada Familia & Gaudi Tour: Private or Small Group with Tickets
- Sagrada Familia Golden Hour Small Group and Fast-Track Tickets
- Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip The Line Access
- Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
- Sagrada Familia Small Group Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
- Sagrada Familia VIP Tour: Skip the Line & Small Group Experience
- Sagrada Familia and Park Guell Private Barcelona Tour
- Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & Casa Batllo: Complete Gaudí Tour
- Tarragona and Sitges Tour with Small Group and Hotel Pick Up
- Welcome to Barcelona in Eco Tuk Tuk Private with Local Guide
02Complete your day
More to do in Barcelona
Top pickMontserrat, Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour with Pick-up
from €109.99★ 4.9
Top pickMontserrat Private Tour with Hotel pick-up from Barcelona
from €203.53★ 5.0
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Private tourSagrada Familia and Park Guell Private Barcelona Tour
from €196★ 4.8
Top pick03Shows & Nightlife
Your nights out in Barcelona
Top pickFree cancellationFlamenco Show at Dalmases Palace in Barcelona
from €30★ 4.6
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Bestseller04On the water
Boats & cruises in Barcelona
Top pickBarcelona Private Sailing with Open Bar & Tapas (max 9)
from €200★ 5.0
Top pick05In the air
Planes & helicopters in Barcelona
Top pick06Categories
Guided tours in Barcelona
Selling fastFree cancellationBest of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Gaudi & Candy Tasting Tour
from €24.50★ 4.5
Top pickTop pickSelling fastFast Track: Sagrada Família Guided Tour
from €63★ 4.6
Top pickBarcelona Highlights Small Group Tour with Hotel Pick Up
from €79.47★ 4.9
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Food & Drink in Barcelona
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-10%Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local
from €48.60★ 5.0
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BestsellerBarcelona Interactive Spanish Cooking Experience
from €59★ 4.6
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Wine tours in Barcelona
09Categories
Skip the line in Barcelona
Selling fastSkip the linePrivate tourSagrada Familia and Park Guell Private Barcelona Tour
from €196★ 4.8
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Private tours in Barcelona
Top pickMontserrat Private Tour with Hotel pick-up from Barcelona
from €203.53★ 5.0
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DealWelcome to Barcelona in Eco Tuk Tuk Private with Local Guide
from €19.70★ 4.8
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Top pickGirona & Costa Brava Small-Group Tour with Pickup from Barcelona
from €99.47★ 4.9
-10%From Barcelona: Half-Day Montserrat, Tapas & Wine Tour
from €48.60★ 4.9
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Top pickBarcelona: good to know
- Population
- 1,731,649 (2025)
- Elevation
- 9 m
- Currency
- euro
- Official language
- Spanish
- Driving
- on the right
- Power plugs
- C, F · 230 V
- Emergency number
- 112
- Capital city
- Madrid
- 7°Jan
- 8°Feb
- 11°Mar
- 14°Apr
- 17°May
- 22°Jun
- 25°Jul
- 25°Aug
- 21°Sept
- 17°Oct
- 12°Nov
- 8°Dec
Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
Plan your trip
- Guide · 7 min readSmall-Group Tapas and Wine Tours in SpainThree guided small-group walking tours, in Barcelona, Madrid and Seville. This article compares what each one lets you taste, what it serves to drink, how long it lasts and which traveler it suits.
Guide · 7 min readSagrada Família and Park Güell in BarcelonaFour guided tours in Barcelona: the Sagrada Família alone, Park Güell alone, both in 4 hours with a private bus, or an 8-hour day with hotel pickup. Here is how to choose.- Guide · 7 min readGirona and the Costa Brava from BarcelonaThree day trips compared from Barcelona: Girona in a small group of 8 people at most, Girona with Montserrat and Tossa de Mar, or kayaking and cliff jumping. Here is how to choose.
Guide · 5 min readMontserrat from Barcelona: which tour to choose?The monastery perched in the mountain is an easy day trip from Barcelona. Five options, from a morning to an eleven-and-a-half-hour circuit: here is what sets them apart.
Frequently asked questions about Barcelona
What should I see first in Barcelona?
The Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Casa Batlló and La Pedrera for Gaudí, then the Gothic Quarter and La Rambla. Book the most popular sights ahead, especially in high season.
How many days do you need in Barcelona?
A short stay covers Gaudí's work and the old town. Plan more time if you want to enjoy the beaches, Montjuïc or a trip to Montserrat.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
Spring and early fall bring mild weather that makes walking a pleasure. Summer suits the beach, with bigger crowds at the best-known sights.
What can you do in Barcelona with kids?
Park Güell, the aquarium, Barceloneta beach and Montjuïc hill appeal to families. The Montjuïc cable car adds a fun touch to the day.
What is the best day trip from Barcelona?
Montserrat draws many visitors for its monastery and mountain scenery. A half-day trip leaves the rest of your day free for the city.