Have a few days to spend in the city , here’s a 4-Day Barcelona itinerary so you make the most of your time here.
Day 1: The Iconic Landmarks
🏙 Morning (09:00 – 13:00)
- Start at La Sagrada Familia (pre-book tickets!).
- Walk along Passeig de Gràcia Stroll down Barcelona’s luxury boulevard (~15 min walk).
- Casa Batlló & Casa Milà – Visit these Gaudí gems (~1h 30min visit for Casa Batlló)
🥘 Lunch (13:00 – 14:30)
- Tapas at Ciudad Condal or El Nacional
🌆 Afternoon (14:30 – 18:00)
- Gothic Quarter – Explore historic streets (~1h)
- Barcelona Cathedral & Plaça Sant Jaume (~45 min)
- Barcelona Cathedral & Plaça Sant Jaume (~45 min)
- El Born & Santa Maria del Mar – Charming streets and a stunning church (~1h)
- Sunset at Barceloneta Beach (~30 min walk or metro)
- Dinner at Can Fisher (seafood) or Bodega La Puntual
Day 2: Gaudí & Montjuïc
- Park Güell – Colorful Gaudí park with city views (~1h 30min, book in advance).
- Gràcia Neighborhood – Wander around bohemian streets (~30 min).
🥘 Lunch (13:00 – 14:30)
- Local spot in Gràcia (La Panxa del Bisbe or Pepa Tomate)
🌆 Afternoon (14:30 – 18:00)
- Montjuïc Hill – Take the cable car (~20 min travel)
- Montjuïc Castle & Mirador – Panoramic city views (~1h)
- Joan Miró Foundation or MNAC (Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya) (~1h 30min)
🌅 Evening (18:30 – 22:00)
- Sunset at Montjuïc Castle or MNAC
- Dinner at Mirablau or Can Travi Nou
Day 3: Markets & Local Life
🏙 Morning (09:00 – 13:00)
- La Boqueria Market – Iconic market on La Rambla (~45 min)
- El Raval – Trendy & multicultural neighborhood (~1h)
- MACBA (Museum of Contemporary Art) (~1h)
🥘 Lunch (13:00 – 14:30)
- Sant Antoni Market or Flax & Kale (healthy option)
🌆 Afternoon (14:30 – 18:00)
- Poble-sec & Carrer de Blai – Tapas & pintxos street (~45 min)
- Bunkers del Carmel – Stunning panoramic city views (~1h 30min)
🌅 Evening (18:30 – 22:00)
- Rooftop bar at Hotel 1898 or The Hoxton
- Final dinner at Disfrutar (Michelin-star) or El Xampanyet (casual tapas)
Day 4: Two Options
🗺 Option 1: Stay in Barcelona
🏙 Morning (09:00 – 13:00)
- Tibidabo Amusement Park & Temple of the Sacred Heart (~1h 30min)
- Sarrià Neighborhood – Charming old district (~1h)
🥘 Lunch (13:00 – 14:30)
- Canet (traditional Catalan cuisine) or Bar Tomás (famous for patatas bravas)
🌆 Afternoon (14:30 – 18:00)
- Ciutadella Park & Arc de Triomf (~1h)
- Poblenou Beach Walk & Rambla del Poblenou (~1h)
🌅 Evening (18:30 – 22:00)
Dinner at Xiringuito Escribà (beachfront paella)