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Barcelona Adventure

Chris D'Onofrio

Chris D'Onofrio

29 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of Barcelona. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, marvel at architectural wonders, and discover hidden gems. From iconic landmarks to hidden museums, this itinerary has it all!

Day 1Artistic Treasures and Majestic Views
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$40

Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
Palatial, hilltop museum for 11th- to 20th-century Catalan art plus important Romanesque collection.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$17
6 - 9 min

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Catalan Museum of Archaeology
Art deco building housing an archaeological museum, with Greek, Roman & prehistoric artifacts.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$13
29 - 44 min

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Montjuïc Castle
17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$10
Day 2Modernist Marvels and Musical Delights
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$54

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$ 3

Mies van der Rohe Pavilion
Reconstruction of pavilion from the 1929 World's Fair, home to architectural lectures & exhibitions.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$12
17 - 26 min

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Joan Miró Foundation
Showcase of Joan Miro's modern, colorful artworks in hilltop museum with courtyards and terraces.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$10
21 - 26 min

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Old Hospital de la Santa Creu, Barcelona
A former hospital, this notable medieval complex houses the national library & academic institutes.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$10
16 - 23 min

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Palau de la Música Catalana
Art nouveau concert hall known for its ornate facade & opulent auditorium with a stained-glass dome.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$22
Day 3Gaudí's Masterpieces and Spiritual Splendor
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$96

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$ 3

Casa Batlló
Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$31
3 - 4 min

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Fundació Antoni Tàpies
Contemporary museum in a modernist building offering works by painter Antoni Tàpies & other artists.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$12
6 - 9 min

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La Pedrera-Casa Milà
Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$25
7 - 9 min

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La Sagrada Familia
Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$28
Day 4Park Güell and Gothic Grandeur
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$52

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$ 6

Park Güell
Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$11
18 - 22 min

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Casa Amatller
Colorful modernista house fusing Catalan & Flemish styles, decorated with quirky animal sculptures.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$12
15 - 18 min

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Cathedral of Barcelona
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$13
3 - 4 min

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MUHBA Temple d'August
A small courtyard surrounds these restored columns from Temple of Augustus, built 1st century BCE.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$6
6 - 9 min

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Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar
14th-century, Gothic-style church with soaring columns & 3 naves, plus grand stained glass windows.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
$10
Day 5Maritime Heritage and Musical Melodies
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$48

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$ 3

Barcelona Maritime Museum
Medieval harbor with a large maritime museum displaying a replica galleon, plus art, maps & models.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$10
12 - 18 min

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Barcelona History Museum MUHBA
Barcelona's history museum in a medieval setting, featuring remains of Roman streets & buildings.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$10
4 - 6 min

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Picasso Museum
Medieval mansions housing extensive collection of influential Spanish cubist's works & masterpieces.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$18
16 - 20 min

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Museu de la Música de Barcelona
Museum of music with displays of 500 musical instruments from ancient civilizations to present.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$10

Budget breakdown: $303 In total

Activities & Food:$290
Transport:$14