Barcelona
Gaudí, beaches and late dinners. One way from €45.
Why visit Barcelona?
Modernist architecture meets a Mediterranean beachfront. Pair the Sagrada Família with a stroll through El Born and a swim at Barceloneta.
Don't miss
- Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- Gothic Quarter
- Montjuïc
Where to stay
Read before you go
The Maresme coast: beach-hopping by train north of Barcelona
North of Barcelona, a commuter line runs right beside the sea, linking beaches and old fishing towns along the Maresme coast.
Sitges and the Garraf coast: beaches south of Barcelona
A short train ride south of Barcelona brings you to Sitges, a seaside town with a whitewashed old quarter and a string of sandy beaches.
Picasso, Miró and Romanesque frescoes: planning Barcelona's great museums
How to tackle Barcelona's art collections, from Picasso's early years to Miró on Montjuïc and medieval treasures at MNAC.
Barcelona's Modernisme: a self-guided architecture walk
Barcelona's Catalan art nouveau buildings are a joy to explore. Follow this route through the Eixample and old town.
Barcelona on a budget: free views, cheap eats and smart savings
Barcelona can be expensive, but beaches, viewpoints, free museum slots and lunch menus make a lean trip easy.
Beyond Barceloneta: choosing the right Barcelona city beach
Barcelona has around a dozen city beaches, each with its own crowd. Walk a little past Barceloneta and you'll find more space and a calmer mood.