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10 Days in Barcelona: A Journey Through Art, Architecture, and Culture

Alexandra Reyes Yanquen

11 Nov 2023

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Embark on a 10-day adventure in Barcelona, exploring its vibrant art scene, architectural wonders, and rich cultural heritage. From the iconic Sagrada Familia to the hidden gems of Montjuïc, this itinerary will take you on a captivating journey through the heart of Catalonia.

Trip to Barcelona

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$268

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$ 16

La Taberna Sant Feliu

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

12 - 15 min

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Cripta de la Colònia Güell

Famed architect's grotto-like crypt, created as part of a colony for mill workers in the forest.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$20

20 - 24 min

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FC Barcelona Museum

Stadium museum of the history of FC Barcelona, one of the world's most successful football clubs.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

11 - 14 min

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La Pizza del Sortidor

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$38

14 - 21 min

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Poble Espanyol

Open-air museum, built in 1929, with 117 buildings showcasing Spain's typical regional architecture.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$30

6 - 9 min

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Magic Fountain of Montjuïc

Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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L'Antica Napoli

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

9 - 14 min

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Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

Palatial, hilltop museum for 11th- to 20th-century Catalan art plus important Romanesque collection.

8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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$35

10 - 15 min

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Joan Miró Foundation

Showcase of Joan Miro's modern, colorful artworks in hilltop museum with courtyards and terraces.

11:00 PM - 12:30 AM

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$20

21 - 32 min

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Montjuïc

Historic site on a hill with a cablecar, harbor views & a park with a castle & museums.

1:00 AM - 4:00 AM

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$13

14 - 21 min

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Jardins de Mossèn Costa i Llobera

Named after a Mallorcan poet, this 6.15-hectare botanic garden contains cacti from around the world.

4:30 AM - 6:00 AM

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$13

Day 2

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$264

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$ 22

SandwiChez

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

9 - 14 min

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Güell Pavilions

Ruins of a grand complex built in the late 1880s for Count Güell, with an elaborate gate & gardens.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

14 - 17 min

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CaixaForum Barcelona

Eclectic, contemporary art show program on display in striking, art nouveau former textile factory.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

9 - 14 min

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L'Antica Napoli

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

10 - 15 min

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Mies van der Rohe Pavilion

Reconstruction of pavilion from the 1929 World's Fair, home to architectural lectures & exhibitions.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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Montjuïc National Palace

Expansive neo-Baroque palace constructed in 1929, housing the National Art Museum of Catalonia.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$20

9 - 14 min

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l'Hamburgueseria del Poble Sec

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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$26

6 - 9 min

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Catalan Museum of Archaeology

Art deco building housing an archaeological museum, with Greek, Roman & prehistoric artifacts.

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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$25

8 - 10 min

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Mercat de Sant Antoni

Vibrant market for fresh fish, produce & vegetables set in a sprawling 1882 steel-frame building.

10:30 PM - 11:30 PM

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$13

13 - 16 min

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Montjuïc Castle

17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.

12:00 AM - 2:00 AM

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$20

16 - 24 min

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Barcelona Botanical Garden

Landscaped international flora, chosen to thrive in Mediterranean conditions, plus sea & city views.

2:30 AM - 4:30 AM

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$13

10 - 12 min

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Cementiri de Montjuïc

Joan Miró is buried in this hilly cemetery with modernist pieces overlooking the sea.

5:00 AM - 7:00 AM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $569 In total

Activities & Food:$532

Transport:$37