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Barcelona Adventure: A 4-Day Journey through Catalonia

Guillermo Vargas

Guillermo Vargas

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Explore stunning landmarks like the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, Cathedral of Barcelona, and Palau de la Música Catalana. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and visit iconic attractions such as La Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, and Casa Batlló. Indulge in the bustling markets of Mercado de La Boqueria and Mercat de Sant Antoni. Witness the enchanting Magic Fountain of Montjuïc and explore the historic Montjuïc Castle. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Day 1
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$180

Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar
14th-century, Gothic-style church with soaring columns & 3 naves, plus grand stained glass windows.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$40
8 - 12 min

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Cathedral of Barcelona
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$50
10 - 15 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.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$90
Day 2
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$200

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$ 22

Columbus Monument
Ornate 1888 Corinthian column topped with a statue of Christopher Columbus pointing toward America.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$25
8 - 10 min

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Ciutadella Park
Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
$25
9 - 11 min

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La Sagrada Familia
Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$150
Day 3
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$250

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$ 22

Museu de la Ciència CosmoCaixa
Imposing modernist building housing science museum with planetarium & living Amazonian rainforest.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$75
15 - 18 min

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Park Güell
Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$50
13 - 16 min

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Casa Batlló
Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$125
Day 4
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$90

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$ 22

Mercado de La Boqueria
Famous indoor public market with meat, produce, cheese & an array of other food in a bustling space.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$25
12 - 17 min

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Mercat de Sant Antoni
Vibrant market for fresh fish, produce & vegetables set in a sprawling 1882 steel-frame building.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
$25
7 - 9 min

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Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Montjuïc Castle
17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$40

Budget breakdown: $784 In total

Activities & Food:$720
Transport:$64