5 Days in Barcelona: A Journey of History, Art, and Architectural Wonders

Alina S.

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Barcelona's rich cultural heritage, vibrant parks, and iconic landmarks. Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Montjuïc Castle, witness the enchanting Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, and savor the sensory delights of Mercado de La Boqueria. Discover the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Barcelona and find tranquility in the picturesque Ciutadella Park. Delve into the artistic realm at the Picasso Museum and dive into the mesmerizing underwater world at Aquàrium Barcelona. Experience the grandeur of Plaça de Catalunya and marvel at the architectural masterpiece of Casa Batlló. Unleash your imagination at La Pedrera-Casa Milà, wander through the whimsical Park Güell, and be awestruck by the magnificent La Sagrada Familia. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with history, art, and architectural wonders.

Trip to Barcelona

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Montjuïc Castle, Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Mercado de La Boqueria

$32

$ 16

Hotel Gargallo Rialto

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

12 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Famous indoor public market with meat, produce, cheese & an array of other food in a bustling space.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$12

Day 2Cathedral of Barcelona, Ciutadella Park

$25

$ 6

Hotel Gargallo Rialto

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

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Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

13 - 20 min

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Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Picasso Museum, Aquàrium Barcelona

$98

Hotel Gargallo Rialto

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Medieval mansions housing extensive collection of influential Spanish cubist's works & masterpieces.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$36

12 - 17 min

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Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$62

Day 4Plaça de Catalunya, Casa Batlló

$62

$ 6

Hotel Gargallo Rialto

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$62

Day 5La Pedrera-Casa Milà, Park Güell, La Sagrada Familia

$128

$ 22

Hotel Gargallo Rialto

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

16 - 20 min

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Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$22

10 - 12 min

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Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$56

Budget breakdown: $393 In total

Activities & Food:$345

Transport:$48