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.