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Barcelona in 3 Days: A Journey of Architectural Marvels and Beach Bliss

Xue Min Ho

Xue Min Ho

10 Oct 2023

Experience the best of Barcelona in just 3 days! Explore iconic landmarks like Park Güell, La Sagrada Familia, and Casa Batlló. Indulge in the vibrant atmosphere of Mercado de La Boqueria and savor delicious local cuisine at Bar Boqueria. Uncover the architectural wonders of La Pedrera-Casa Milà and Palau de la Música Catalana. Soak in the history at the Cathedral of Barcelona and Montjuïc Castle. Enjoy a mouthwatering dinner at l'Hamburgueseria del Poble Sec. Relax at Barceloneta Beach, visit the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, and unwind at Ciutadella Park. Admire the grandeur of Arco de Triunfo de Barcelona and end your trip with a delightful dinner at Elsa y Fred.

Trip to Barcelona

Day 1
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$394

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$ 32

Park Güell
Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$50
8 - 10 min

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La Sagrada Familia
Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$150
6 - 8 min

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Casa Batlló
Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$125
6 - 8 min

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Mercado de La Boqueria
Famous indoor public market with meat, produce, cheese & an array of other food in a bustling space.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
1 - 2 min

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Bar Boqueria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$44
Day 2
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$332

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$ 32

La Pedrera-Casa Milà
Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$100
6 - 8 min

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Plaça de Catalunya
Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$90
11 - 16 min

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Cathedral of Barcelona
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$50
19 - 23 min

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Montjuïc Castle
17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$40
9 - 11 min

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l'Hamburgueseria del Poble Sec
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 3
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$137

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$ 11

Barceloneta Beach
Popular swimming & lounging haunt with many services, including a lifeguard, rental chairs & Wi-Fi.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 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.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$40
9 - 14 min

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Ciutadella Park
Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Arco de Triunfo de Barcelona
Classical archway built as the main entrance to the Universal Exhibition hosted by the city in 1888.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
4 - 5 min

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Elsa y Fred
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72

Budget breakdown: $937 In total

Activities & Food:$863
Transport:$74