10 Days in Barcelona: Unveiling the City's Hidden Gems

Radu Hagima

7 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Barcelona's vibrant streets, uncovering architectural wonders, cultural treasures, and culinary delights. From the iconic Park Güell to the majestic Sagrada Familia, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Catalonia.

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Day 1Gaudí's Masterpieces and Local Delights

$169

$ 22

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$44

14 - 17 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$100

9 - 11 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$25

Day 2Nature's Serenity and Architectural Marvels

$124

$ 11

8,000 hectare natural area for cycling, birdwatching & historic sites, plus themed & guided walks.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$124

Day 3Science Exploration and Urban Oasis

$75

$ 11

Imposing modernist building housing science museum with planetarium & living Amazonian rainforest.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$75

15 - 18 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Thrills and Spectacular Views

$125

$ 11

Amusement park, opened in 1868, with 25 rides, restaurants & picnic areas, plus views over the city.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$125

33 - 40 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Culinary Delights and Gothic Grandeur

$162

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$24

8 - 11 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

11 - 16 min

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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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$88

Day 6Spanish Village Charm and Artistic Treasures

$152

$ 11

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$60

8 - 11 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$68

12 - 15 min

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Ornate 1888 Corinthian column topped with a statue of Christopher Columbus pointing toward America.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$24

Day 7Sports Fever and Monumental Landmarks

$220

$ 22

Home ground for famous Barcelona football club, with regular matches plus stadium tours and museum.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$120

18 - 22 min

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This massive indoor arena used in the 1992 Summer Olympics hosts sporting events & concerts.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$75

18 - 22 min

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Classical archway built as the main entrance to the Universal Exhibition hosted by the city in 1888.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$25

Day 8Castle on the Hill and Underwater Wonders

$164

$ 11

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

17 - 21 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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$124

Day 9Wildlife Encounters and Sacred Beauty

$212

$ 11

Park setting for zoo with exotic animals in natural habitats, plus sea lion feedings.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$100

12 - 15 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$112

Day 10Picasso's Legacy and Tranquil Retreat

$112

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$72

3 - 4 min

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14th-century, Gothic-style church with soaring columns & 3 naves, plus grand stained glass windows.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$40

8 - 12 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1621 In total

Activities & Food:$1515

Transport:$106